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Chaos over vacation rental numbers: Who's right — Madrid or the Consell?

Why the number of illegal vacation rentals in Mallorca is so disputed

Madrid and the Consell use different methods, so the number of illegal holiday rentals in Mallorca is still disputed.

Published: April 22, 2026
Chaos over vacation rental numbers: Who's right — Madrid or the Consell?

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How many vacation rentals in Mallorca are actually illegal?

There is no single agreed number. Madrid and the Consell de Mallorca are using different methods, so one side counts many more potential problem cases than the other. The difference often comes down to whether a missing registration number is treated as proof of illegality or as an unresolved administrative issue.

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