What is the residence tax
The sojourn tax is a local tourist tax paid by visitors when they stay overnight in an accommodationstaying in establishments such as hotels, apartments and tourist rentals, B&Bs and guesthouses, campsites and tourist villages.
The proceeds of this tax are used to fund tourism infrastructure, beach maintenance and visitor service improvements.
The tax is not included in the price of accommodation and is usually paid locally to the accommodation provider.
When the tourist tax in Vieste is paid
In Vieste, the tourist tax is levied seasonally, i.e. from 1 April to 31 October. Outside this period, the fee is usually not charged.
Maximum number of nights charged
The tourist tax is unlimited and is charged for a maximum of 10 consecutive nights per person.
How much does the tourist tax cost in Vieste
The amount of the fee depends on the category of accommodation and the season (lower rates outside of high summer, higher rates in high season).
Hotels (high season)
| Hotel category | Stay tax (person/night) |
|---|---|
| ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 3,00 € |
| ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 3,00 € |
| ⭐⭐⭐ | 2,50 € |
| ⭐⭐ | 2,00 € |
Other accommodation
| Type of accommodation | Tourist tax |
|---|---|
| Apartments, B&B, tourist rentals | approx. 2,00-2,50 € / person / night |
| Campsites and tourist villages | approx. 2,00 € / person / night |
Who does not pay the tourist tax
According to the municipal ordinance, children under 14 years of age, permanent residents of Vieste, disabled persons and their accompanying persons are exempt from the fee.
How to pay the residence tax
The fee is payable directly to the accommodation provider, usually at check-out or at the time of payment. The accommodation provider then remits the amount collected to the municipality.
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