Cardiff tourist tax
£1.30 per person per night (75p in hostels and campsites) from 1 April 2027.
Starts 1 April 2027Last checked 13 October 2026
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Who pays
- Stays from 1 April 2027, including bookings made from 28 September 2026
Who doesn't pay
- Some stays are exempt. The Welsh Revenue Authority publishes the full list.
Good to know
- The Welsh Revenue Authority collects the levy for the council.
Common questions
How much is the tourist tax in Cardiff?
£1.30 per person per night (75p in hostels and campsites) from 1 April 2027.
When does the tourist tax in Cardiff start?
Starts 1 April 2027.
Who doesn't have to pay the tourist tax in Cardiff?
Some stays are exempt. The Welsh Revenue Authority publishes the full list..
Sources
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