Accommodation Scams in Seville, Spain
Fake listings, bait-and-switch hotels, ghost rentals, and check-in fraud. Below are the accommodation scams scams reported in Seville — how they work and how to avoid them.
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Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Accommodation Scams Scams
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How it works
Ticket sellers operating near the Cathedral and in the Barrio Santa Cruz offer "discounted" flamenco show tickets but quote a per-person price that excludes a mandatory drink minimum, a booking fee, or a "reserved seating" surcharge added at the venue door. The total cost at the venue can be 30–50% above the price quoted by the tout. Some sellers also direct visitors to substandard shows far from the recognised tablaos in the Santa Cruz and Arenal neighbourhoods.
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