These targeted measures signal the government’s intention to put a stop to the uncontrollable expansion of Airbnb’s across the county
Nearly 1 million beds were available for short-term rental in July in Greece thanks to strong tourist flows.
It ranked 8th regarding short-stay accommodations booked via online platforms - Airbnb, Booking, Expedia Group, or TripAdvisor
This growth, averaging about 20,000 new units per month, pushed the total number of accommodations to 224,860 by June, up from 204,578 the previous year.
According to AirDNA, Mykonos is among the destinations propelling Greece into the upper echelons of Europe's most expensive countries for Airbnb stays.
Greek PM confirmed that new measures to address lack of housing and to regulate Airbnb-style activities were on the table.
Greeks seeking Airbnbs this summer set sights on short stays in picturesque and serene locations with unique experiences and family-friendly amenities.