What this solves
You're staying 5 nights in a 4-star hotel in Florence. The tax is €4.50/night × 5 nights = €22.50, paid at check-in or check-out. Different cities charge different rates. Some have caps; some don't. This tool calculates the total and tells you when and how it's collected.
Calculate
Tax rates by city (per night, per person, 2024-2026)
| City | 1-3 star | 4 star | 5 star | Cap (nights) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venice | €1.50-3 | €3-5 | €5 | 5 |
| Florence | €3-4.50 | €4.50-5 | €5 | 7 |
| Rome | €3-4 | €6-7 | €7 | 10 |
| Milan | €2-3 | €4-5 | €5 | 14 |
| Naples | €2-3 | €3-4 | €5 | 14 |
| Bologna | €2-3.5 | €4-5 | €5 | 5 |
| Turin | €2.30-2.80 | €3.20-3.70 | €5 | 7 |
| Palermo | €2 | €3 | €3 | 4 |
| Verona | €2 | €3.5 | €5 | 5 |
| Catania | €2.50 | €3 | €3 | 3 |
| Siena | €2.50-3 | €4 | €5 | 6 |
| Amalfi Coast | €2-3 | €3-4 | €4 | 7 |
| Cinque Terre | €1-2 | €2-3 | €3 | 3 |
Rates are 2024-2026 figures. Cities update annually. Some are reduced or waived for off-season or low-revenue periods.
How to read the result
- The per-night rate is for one person. Add per room occupant if needed (children usually exempt).
- The cap means after X nights, no more tax. Useful for long stays.
- The collection is at check-in or check-out. Cash, card, or included in the booking platform's payment.
- Children under 10-12 are typically exempt (varies by city).
Limitations
- Rates change yearly. Some cities (Venice, Florence) have raised rates multiple times in the last 5 years.
- Booking platforms (Booking.com, Airbnb) sometimes include the tax in the price, sometimes not. Check before assuming.
- Some accommodations don't collect the tax. They keep it as revenue — illegal but happens.
- Off-season rates are sometimes lower; verify with the hotel.
FAQ
Is the tax per person or per room?
Per person, per night. So a couple in a 4-star Florence hotel for 5 nights pays 2 × €4.50 × 5 = €45. Children typically exempt.
Is Airbnb / vacation rental subject to the same tax?
Yes. Vacation rentals are subject. Some hosts include it in the price; some collect separately.
Sources
Italian comune-by-comune tourist tax regulations 2024-2026. Rates change with annual municipal decisions.