Spain's government has ordered Airbnb to remove over 65,000 holiday rental listings from its platform, citing violations of existing regulations. This move is part of a broader effort to address the country's housing affordability crisis, which has been exacerbated by the proliferation of short-term rentals. The consumer rights ministry is leading the crackdown, aiming to ensure compliance with local laws and protect long-term housing availability for residents. The action highlights growing tensions between tourism-driven rental platforms and government efforts to regulate the housing market. Airbnb has not yet publicly responded to the order.
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Spain's consumer rights ministry blocks more than 65,000 Airbnb listings for holiday rentals
Spain's consumer rights ministry said on Monday it had ordered Airbnb to withdraw more than 65,000 listings for holiday rentals from its platform, saying they violated existing rules.
