short-term rentals

Government to Ban Windowless Basements, Freeze Central Athens Licenses in Overhaul of Short-Term Rentals

Lawmakers began debating proposed legislation on Friday to toughen rules for short-term rentals amid a surge in tourism, including a…

11 January 2025

New Greek Bill Removes Renovated Properties from Short-Term Rental Market

A new bill introduced by Greece's Ministry of Tourism has removed renovated properties, including former warehouses and basements, from short-term…

10 January 2025

Greece Introduces New Tax and Rental Framework for Airbnb Properties Amid Housing Crisis

Starting January 1, Greece will halt issuing Airbnb licenses in several districts of downtown Athens as part of new measures…

9 January 2025

Greece Increases 'Climate Resilience Fee' for Hotels and Short-term Rentals

As of January 1, Greece has increased its "Climate Resilience Fee," a nightly charge applied to hotels and short-term rentals.…

8 January 2025

Airbnb Demand in Greece Surges, 2025 Set to Break Records

Demand for short-term rentals, particularly Airbnb, is expected to break records in Greece in 2025, with projections showing a strong…

6 January 2025

Tourism Minister Kefalogianni: 2024 Poised to Break Records for Greek Tourism

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni has predicted a record-breaking year for tourism in 2024, with revenues expected to surpass €20…

23 December 2024

Airbnb Market in Central Athens "Changing Hands"

The Airbnb market in central Athens is undergoing a dramatic shift as professional companies take the reins, managing the majority…

16 December 2024

Greece Tightens Regulations on Short-Term Rentals, Sparking Controversy

Greece is implementing stricter regulations on short-term rentals, aiming to ensure safety and compliance standards. However, these new rules have…

12 December 2024

New Tax Exemption for Long-Term Rentals: What Greek Property Owners Need to Know

The Greek government has introduced a tax exemption for rental income to encourage property owners to convert vacant or short-term…

9 December 2024

Converting Airbnbs to Rentals: The Greek Government's Big Incentive

The Greek government is incentivizing property owners to convert short-term rentals (like Airbnb) into long-term leases by reducing the required…

3 December 2024

Greece Imposes New Taxes on Tourism and Short-Term Rentals

Greece introduces new taxes on tourism and short-term rentals, aiming to address climate change, improve infrastructure, and alleviate housing shortages…

28 November 2024

Greek Hotel Regulations Set for Overhaul

New regulations are on the horizon for Greek hotels, including mandatory liability insurance for short-term rentals and an innovative environmental…

25 November 2024

Airbnb and the New Tax Bill: What Changes to Expect – Fines Up to €40,000 for Properties in Central Athens

The new Greek tax bill introduces major changes for short-term rental properties, including a ban on new permits for Airbnb-style…

7 November 2024

Greece Expects €830 Million in Tax Revenue from Short-Term Rentals in 2024

Greece is projected to collect €830 million in tax revenue from short-term rentals by the end of 2024, up from…

23 October 2024

Greece's Tourism Revenues Decline 1.8% Despite Increase in Arrivals

Tourism revenues in Greece dropped 1.8% in August 2024, despite a 6.6% increase in visitor arrivals, according to the Bank…

22 October 2024

Greek Tourism Set for Landmark Year in 2024, Says SETE President

Greek tourism is expected to see a 25% growth in 2024 compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to SETE President Yiannis…

20 October 2024

Airbnb on the Rocks: Rapid Developments in Greece as Owners Scramble

The Airbnb landscape in Greece is undergoing a seismic shift as Athens moves to prioritize long-term housing affordability. New licenses…

20 September 2024

Mykonos: Massive €995,000 Fine for Businessman with 199 Undeclared “Airbnb” Properties

He rented them like Airbnb, but hadn't declared them to the Short-Term Accommodation Property Registry - Villas were rented through…

19 September 2024

Greece Announces New Tourist Fees to Boost Revenue and Sustainability

Greece is implementing new fees for cruise ship passengers and tourists staying in accommodations, including short-term rentals, starting June 2025.…

17 September 2024

Greece Forecasts Record Tourism Revenues for 2024

Greece is on track to hit a record-breaking €22 billion in tourism revenue for 2024, surpassing last year’s high of…

16 September 2024

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