Tipping in Spain

Tipping is not expected but leaving small change is common.

Tipping mandatory

Round up or leave a euro or two at sit-down restaurants.

0-10%

Round to the nearest euro.

Round up

Small tip for housekeeping at nicer hotels.

1 EUR/night

Per person for guided tours.

3-5 EUR

Leave small coins; not expected.

Leave change

General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Spain, tipping customs may differ from what you're used to. Here are some general guidelines to follow:

✓Check if a service charge is already included on your bill before tipping extra.
✓When in doubt, observe what locals do or ask your hotel concierge for advice.
✓Keep small bills and coins in the local currency handy for tipping situations.
✓For exceptional service, a small tip is almost universally appreciated even in non-tipping cultures.
✓Tip in local currency whenever possible — foreign coins and small bills are hard for staff to exchange.