Amsterdam bans new hotels to combat mass tourism
22-04-24
Amsterdam has decided to implement a restrictive policy preventing the construction of new hotels in an effort to combat the mass tourism that has plagued the city in recent years. The measure aims to preserve the quality of life for local residents and maintain the unique character of the Dutch capital, which has been threatened by the relentless flow of tourists.
Amsterdam's local government has specified that the construction of new hotel establishments will not be authorized unless there is a closure of an existing one and the new project does not increase the total number of available beds. In addition, the quality and service standards of the new hotel must be improved. This policy will not apply to those projects that had already been approved with a building permit prior to the implementation of this new regulation.