City Levies

As part of our commitment to transparency, we want our guests to be fully informed about any local city taxes or levies that apply when staying at Roomzzz Aparthotels. Certain UK cities have introduced visitor levies to help support tourism, events, and the local economy.

Below you’ll find details about the current city visitor levies in Manchester and Edinburgh.

Manchester ABID City Visitor Charge

From 1st April 2023, the City of Manchester introduced the Manchester Accommodation Business Improvement District (ABID) charge. This is a £1.00 per room, per night supplementary charge applied to all stays within the Manchester ABID zone, including Roomzzz Manchester City and Roomzzz Manchester Corn Exchange.

The levy is used to fund the development, marketing, and promotion of Manchester as a leading visitor destination, supporting local events, festivals, and improvements to the city’s visitor experience.

For more information, please visit Manchester ABID website.

Edinburgh Visitor Levy

From 24th July 2026, the City of Edinburgh will introduce a 5% visitor levy on the cost of overnight accommodation. This charge will apply to all short-term stays, including those at Roomzzz Edinburgh Aparthotel, and is designed to support the sustainability and growth of tourism within the city.

The funds generated will contribute to maintaining and enhancing Edinburgh’s vibrant culture, events, and public spaces for residents and visitors alike.

For more details, please visit VisitScotland’s guide to the Edinburgh Visitor Levy.