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Tipping in Spain

EURLast reviewed · Apr 2026

Tipping is optional in Spain. Small change or rounding up is most common, with slightly larger tips only in sit-down restaurants for very good service.

Rounding common

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Service is already included in the price
+Sit-down restaurants may leave a little more for very good service
−Casual bars and menus del dia often just round up
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up

How to tip in Spain

•Round up or leave small cash for good service
•If paying by card, ask to add the tip before paying
•Do not feel pressured to leave a percentage

Quick tips

Service is included in Spain
Rounding up is more common than percentage tipping
Large tips are unusual

Other situations (8)

DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up or 5-10%
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 EUR
Tour guides5-10 EUR
Valet Parking1-2 EUR
Airport Services1-2 EUR
Car Services / UberRound up

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Tipping questions in Spain

Tipping Terms Glossary

Service charge
A mandatory fee added to the bill by the establishment, separate from optional tips.
Round up
To increase the total bill amount to the nearest convenient whole number or denomination.
Exceptional service
Service that exceeds standard expectations, often warranting a higher tip percentage or amount.
Cash preferred
A preference for cash tips over card tips, often because card tips may not reach staff directly.