Tipping

Tipping in Spain

In Spain, rounding up or leaving a little change is common, with small restaurant add-ons in some places.

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In Spain, rounding up or leaving a little change is common, with small restaurant add-ons in some places.

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Rounding up or leaving a little change is common in Spain.

Last reviewed 2026-03-19 · 2 sources

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Each destination gets a quick, scannable tipping rule.

Restaurant

At sit-down restaurants, around 5% or a round-up is common.

Cafe

Cafes usually only need a little change.

Bar

Bars usually do not expect an extra tip.

Taxi

Taxis are usually rounded up.

Hotel

Hotel porters and housekeeping can receive a small cash tip.

Guide

Guides or drivers can receive a small cash tip.

Porter

Porters usually only need a small coin tip.

Delivery

Delivery usually does not need an extra tip.

Quick notes

Sit-down restaurants in tourist areas are more tip-friendly.

If the bill already has a service item, usually do not add much more.