StovitaTourist tax in Morcote: what holiday rentals pay in 2026
How much is the tourist tax in Morcote?
| Valid | Model | Adults / Children | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| from January 1, 2018 | per person per night | up to 13: exempt · 14 and older: CHF 2.00 | Cantonal tourist tax: CHF 2.00 for holiday flats; under-14s are exempt. Show it separately on the guest bill. |
How do I settle the tourist tax in Morcote?
- Settlement: annually
- How to settle: Private landlords must settle accounts at least once a year, by 5 January, with the responsible regional tourism organisation (OTR).
Airbnb does not collect the tourist tax in the canton of Ticino: you collect it yourself or pay the flat rate.
Legge sul turismo (Arts. 21–22) and Decreto esecutivo sulle tasse turistiche (as at 1 January 2025), applies across the canton. The landlord pays the tourism promotion tax of CHF 1.25 per night. Flat rate per bed applies only to own use and rentals of 3 months or more. The identification number must be included in the listing. The responsible OTR (Ente turistico del Luganese or Mendrisiotto e Basso Ceresio) has not been established.
Taken from a public source, not yet verified by Stovita.
Calculate the tourist tax
Frequently asked questions
How much is the tourist tax in Morcote?
Adults: CHF 2.00 per person per night
Do children pay tourist tax in Morcote?
up to 13: exempt
Does Airbnb collect the tourist tax in Morcote?
Airbnb does not collect the tourist tax in the canton of Ticino: you collect it yourself or pay the flat rate.
Sources
A short summary, not legal advice. The linked official source and your municipality’s rules prevail.