Tipping in Spain
Tipping is appreciated in Spain, but not obligatory.
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Tipping quick reference
| Service | Recommended | Range | Payment | Service charge? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Not obligatory; round up casual bills, 5–10% in fine dining | 5% | 0–10% | Cash only | No |
| Taxi Round up the fare to the nearest euro | 0% | 0–5% | Cash only | No |
| Hotel housekeeping €1 per night is a kind gesture; not expected in budget hotels | €1 per night | €0–€2 | Cash only | No |
| Hotel porter €1 per bag | €1 per bag | €1–€2 | Cash only | No |
| Bar Leave coins on the counter; not expected for casual drinks | €0 per drink | €0–€1 | Cash only | No |
| Café Leave small change; many locals don't tip at all | €0 per service | €0–€1 | Cash only | No |
| Hairdresser Around 5% of the bill if you're satisfied | 5% | 0–10% | Cash only | No |
| Tour guide €5–10 per person for guides; 5–10% on organized tours | €10 per person | €5–€15 | Cash only | No |
| Food delivery Not common; round up if you wish | 0% | 0–5% | Card or cash | No |