Greece holidaymakers to be hit with extra charges at hotels and villas from April this year
Greece holidaymakers to be hit with extra charges at hotels and villas from April this year
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UK holidaymakers planning a trip to Greece this year will face increased expenses as the country raises a fee intended to safeguard its citizens from climate catastrophes. The Climate Resilience Fee, which was introduced in January to support eco-friendly initiatives, has seen a hike, with charges going up to £12.66 per room per night during the peak holiday season.
This fee will escalate between April and October, affecting hotel stays and villa rentals across the country. Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni announced these changes this week, stating that the additional funds would be utilised for the prevention and restoration of natural disasters and to improve infrastructure supporting the tourism sector.
This move is a reaction to last year's severe forest fires and floods, as well as issues arising from over-tourism and the national housing crisis. The fee fluctuates based on the type of accommodation, with holidaymakers staying in one and two-star hotels or rented rooms now paying £1.73 per night, up from £1.29.
Guests at three-star hotels will pay £4.33 per night instead of £2.59, while those staying in four-star hotels will see the fee rise to £8.66 per night. Five-star hotels and villas will bear the highest charge at £12.66 per night, compared to the previous £8.66.
Holidaymakers heading to Greece might want to re-calculate their budgets as accommodation fees are set to increase, potentially increasing the cost of a week-long stay in a five-star hotel by a hefty £88.62, reports the Express. However, while the fee will apply throughout the year, it promises to lighten up during the winter season, dropping to rates as low as £0.43 for more economical places from November to March.
