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How Short-Term Rentals Can Be Misused in Mallorca

Short-term rentals in Mallorca can sometimes be misused for illegal activity and are harder to monitor than shops or offices.

Published: April 22, 2026
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Are short-term rentals in Mallorca sometimes used for illegal activities?

Yes, short-term rental housing can sometimes be misused for illegal activity because it is harder to monitor than commercial premises. In Palma, investigators have pointed to the need for better controls when residential properties are repeatedly used in ways that do not fit normal living use. That does not mean most rentals are problematic, only that the risk exists in some cases.

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