A recent ruling by the Spanish Supreme Court meant that the government's national registry of short-term lets was struck down. With Airbnbs blamed by many for rising prices and scarce supply, how will tourist accommodation in Spain be regulated now?
Conor Faulkner - conor.faulkner@thelocal.com
Updated: Fri 26 Jun 2026 09:35 CET
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Demonstrators take part in a protest against mass tourism and housing prices in Palma de Mallorca in 2025. (Photo by JAIME REINA / AFP)
A recent ruling by the Spanish Supreme Court meant that the government's national registry of short-term lets was struck down. With Airbnbs blamed by many for rising prices and scarce supply, how will tourist accommodation in Spain be regulated now?
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