The new rates for the increased eco tax will apply from May 1st until October 31st
As of 1st May 2018, British tourists arriving in Majorca and Ibiza will be required to pay double eco tax for all those over the age of 16. The daily price then decreases by 50% for the low season.
The reason behind the increase (since 2016) is due to the number of tourists visiting the Balearic Islands continues to rise year after year and generates greater environmental impacts. The Balearic Government says the tax will still be 'the lowest in Europe' compared to Brussels (average cost of eight euros), Florence (five euros) and Amsterdam (three euros).
Cruise ship passengers will, for the first time, also be subject to the charge if they stop at a port in the Balearic Islands regardless of the berth time and is estimated to generate revenue of about 1.8 million euros throughout the peak season.
The tax will be added onto your holiday booking and will be calculated in the method below.
|
Types of establishments, homes or ships |
Euros/days* |
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>5-star, 5-star luxury and 4-star superior hotels |
4.00 |
|
>4-star and 3-star superior hotels |
3.00 |
|
>1-star, 2-star and 3-star hotels |
2.00 |
|
>Hostels, lodgings, guest houses, boarding houses and tourist camps or campsites |
1.00 |
But this shouldn’t put you off visiting the Balearic Islands. If you would like to book a trip to Majorca or Ibiza, call our holidays team on 01243 213 213 and discover our fantastic deals. You wont even notice the eco tax!
