Paphos Leads in Self-Catering Accommodations in Cyprus
Discover The Distribution Of Airbnb Listings Across Cyprus And Important Compliance Information
Paphos takes the top spot in the registration of self-catering accommodations in Cyprus, with 3,816 registered properties, while Nicosia is at the bottom with only 292. The Deputy Ministry of Tourism reminds property owners with Airbnb accommodations that they must declare their properties; otherwise, they risk facing a fine. In total, the number of registered accommodations across Cyprus amounts to 8,000, with available beds reaching approximately 35,000.
In communication with the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, Brief secured a detailed distribution of registered accommodations by district as follows:
However, according to the Deputy Ministry, several accommodations remain unregistered, with the exact number unknown. Additionally, several applications are under review, and the Deputy Ministry of Tourism continues to receive and examine new applications daily, as the registration process is ongoing.
According to the Deputy Ministry of Tourism, operating a self-catering accommodation without a registration license is an offense. Offenders risk imprisonment for up to one year and/or a monetary fine of up to 5,000 euros. Furthermore, if someone continues to operate their accommodation after being convicted, they commit a new offense, for which a further monetary penalty of up to 200 euros per day may be imposed.
Meanwhile, in a recent announcement, the Deputy Ministry of Tourism stated that, according to the "Regulation of the Establishment and Operation of Hotels and Tourist Accommodations Law," the entrepreneur or manager of each self-catering accommodation may advertise and/or rent the property, provided it is registered in the Register of Self-Catering Accommodations and has obtained a registration license and registration number from the Deputy Ministry of Tourism. The registration number must be stated in every advertisement, promotion, and all related transactions.
The registration of self-catering accommodations in the register of the Deputy Ministry of Tourism is conducted through the Deputy Ministry's official website at www.gov.cy/tourism, where interested parties can register their properties and obtain a registration license.
