The report for Welsh Government does though say jobs could be created by public sector spending with the tax revenues

The Welsh Government is planning to introduce a new tourist levy, that could differ across the local regions of the country as local authorities will be allowed to decide how much their levy is

The Visitor Accommodation (Register and Levy) Etc. (Wales) Bill proposes that people staying overnight in Wales and enjoying everything the country has to offer will pay a small charge. The money raised will go towards supporting local tourism activity and infrastructure.

A Bill that would allow councils to introduce a levy on overnight stays has been introduced in Wales this week.

The details of a tax which will apply to all overnight visitors in Wales have been announced. The visitor levy, being referred to as a tourism tax, will come into force in 2027 at the earliest.

A £1.25 per night tourism tax could be introduced in Wales from 2027, it has been announced. Guests at hotels, B&Bs and self-catered accommodation would pay the visitor levy if councils decide to introduce it in their areas.

Finance secretary Mark Drakeford introduced the bill on Monday, 25 November for consideration by the Senedd, the Welsh Parliament, who will scrutinise and vote on the legislation. A final decision may not be made until 2025.

The Welsh Government estimated that the levy could generate up to £33 million a year if all Welsh local authorities introduce it.

The Welsh Government has announced that a 'tourism tax' will be imposed on holidaymakers from 2027 - with families of four set to pay an extra £4-£6 per night to stay

Visitors might have to pay a tourism tax when staying overnight in Wales under plans to be outlined on Monday. The Welsh government wants to give councils the power to apply a “small additional charge” to accommodation bills.