Overview

• The city prohibited registering any additional tourist lets, extending the curb to single-family and room rentals previously outside the rules.
• A total of 639 authorised holiday rentals may continue operating, yet their licences will not be replaced if those properties close.
• New youth hostels are barred and existing ones are being steered toward conversion to hotels or private housing.
• A ban on party boats along the Passeig Marítim is scheduled to take effect next year following resident complaints.
• City leaders cite an 18% two-year drop in illegal lets and higher visitor spending, while resident groups and experts say the steps will not resolve housing pressures or ensure better tourist behaviour.