VALLETTA – Visitors to Malta will face significantly higher tourist fees starting January 1, 2027. The environmental contribution for hotel stays will jump from €1.50 to €8 per night, and up to €10 for short-term rentals. New rules will also introduce charges for visiting the island of Comino and for certain types of boat transport.
How accommodation prices will change
Under Malta’s proposed 2027 budget, the overnight fee in hotels and similar accommodation will be set at €8 per night, capped at €64 per person. For short-term rentals, the rate will be €10 per night with a maximum of €80 per person.
New fees for popular excursions
Tourists visiting Comino and its famous Blue Lagoon will be charged a new €5 fee. Day-trippers arriving on cruise ships, who disembark and then reboard the same vessel, will now pay a €10 fee.
Changes to Gozo ferry routes
For non-residents, the fast ferry to Gozo will become more expensive, and standard boat fares will also be adjusted. According to the proposed budget, adult visitors will pay €11 for the regular ferry, up from the current €4.65.
Why the government is raising fees
Finance Minister Clyde Caruana justifies the changes by citing tourism’s impact on infrastructure and public services. However, hotel associations warn that the sharp cost increase could weaken competitiveness outside the peak season.
What this means for Slovak travelers
When planning a holiday, it is important to factor in not only flights and accommodation prices, but also these separately charged local tourist fees. The final amount depends on both the type of accommodation and the length of stay.
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Source: Malta 2027 budget, TVM News, Times of Malta, October 26 – November 11, 2026
This article was translated from the original Slovak version with the assistance of AI.
