Equipment Requirements for a Tourist Apartment: Official Regulations
To comply with the regulations for Tourist Use Homes (VUT) in Andalusia, a series of specific equipment requirements are demanded. The goal is to guarantee the quality, comfort, and safety of the guests. Discover the list of mandatory items and avoid fines.
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Tourist or vacation homes must be sufficiently furnished and equipped with the necessary appliances for immediate use. This includes basic supplies (hot and cold running water, electricity), power outlets in all rooms, and a television with channel information.
Mandatory Periods
- Cooling: Mandatory in bedrooms and living rooms if the accommodation operates from May to August.
- Heating: Mandatory if the home operates in the months of December to March.
🍳 2. Kitchen Equipment
The kitchen area is one of the most valued by guests and must have complete equipment to be considered suitable for short-term rental.
Main Appliances
- Minimum of two burners.
- Oven or microwave.
- Refrigerator.
- Essential small appliances: blender, toaster or grill, juicer, and coffee maker.
Kitchenware and Cleaning
- Crockery, glassware, and cutlery appropriate for the capacity.
- Pots, pans, serving utensils, corkscrew, bottle opener, scissors, can opener, and colander.
- Cleaning kit: scouring pad, cloth, rag, cleaning gel, and trash bags. (At Torremolinos Gestión Vacacional we provide this welcome kit for free with every booking).
- Clothesline, iron, ironing board.
- System for selective waste separation.
🚿 3. Bathroom Equipment
Andalusian regulations require minimum standards of hygiene, safety, and comfort in the bathrooms of vacation homes.
Facilities and Safety
- Toilet, sink, and bathtub or shower tray.
- Non-slip floors in showers or bathtubs.
- Mirror with a nearby plug and proper lighting.
- Hangers, shelving, and toilet brush.
- Hair dryer and sanitary bin.
Linens and Hygiene Items
- Towels: One hand towel and one bath towel per person.
- Washable bath mat.
- Consumables: Hand soap, shower gel, shampoo, and an additional roll of toilet paper. (We also include these for free in our bathroom kits).
🛏️ 4. Bedrooms and Bedding
Rest is the key to a 5-star review on Airbnb or Booking. Bedrooms must have direct ventilation (to the outside or a ventilated patio) and a window darkening system (blinds or blackout curtains).
Beds and Dimensions
- Singles: Minimum 80×190 cm.
- Doubles: Minimum 135×190 cm.
- Mattresses: Minimum thickness of 18 cm and in good condition.
- Light point next to the bed.
- Closet or space for clothes with hangers (one for every four guests).
Textile Bedding
- Sheets, blankets or duvets, and pillows in good condition.
- Replacement: It is mandatory to leave an extra set of replacement bedding in the closet. (Are you overwhelmed by washing so many clothes? We have our own laundry in Torremolinos).
🛡️ 5. Safety, Information, and Guest Service
Legality not only affects registries; risk prevention and tourist care are essential regulatory pillars to act as a host.
Safety and Complaints
- First aid kit.
- Fire extinguisher.
- Smoke detector installed in an area near the kitchen.
- Official Junta de Andalucía Complaint and Claim Forms with their respective explanatory sign visible.
Tourist Care
- Local tourist information: restaurants, transportation, medical services, and a local map.
- Instructions for the correct operation of appliances and devices.
- 24/7 Support: Obligation to provide a 24-hour phone number for incidents. (A service that we fully cover in the early hours so you can sleep peacefully).
💬 Frequently Asked Questions about Tourist Accommodation Equipment
We resolve the most common doubts owners have when preparing their home for temporary rental, based strictly on current regulations.
What type of climate control is mandatory for a tourist apartment?
According to the current guidelines of Decree 31/2024, it is mandatory to install a fixed climate control system, such as a Split or centralized system. Portable devices are no longer allowed for new licenses.
In which months is it mandatory to have air conditioning in the home?
It is mandatory to have cooling (air conditioning) in bedrooms and living rooms when the accommodation operates in the months of May to August.
During what period is heating required to be installed?
It is mandatory to have heating if the vacation accommodation operates from December to March.
Can portable air conditioning units be used?
No. It should be noted that portable units are no longer allowed for new licenses; it is mandatory to install a fixed system in the home.
How many burners must the accommodation’s kitchen have at a minimum?
The regulations require that the kitchen must have a minimum of two burners for cooking.
What small appliances are essential in the kitchen?
You must mandatorily have a blender, toaster or grill, juicer, and coffee maker.
What is required regarding furniture and cleaning supplies?
It is necessary to have storage furniture, a cleaning kit (scouring pad, cloth, rag, cleaning gel, and trash bags), a clothesline, an iron, an ironing board, and a system that allows for selective waste separation.
Is it mandatory for the toilet to be in a separate space?
Yes, it is essential that the toilet is independent and closed off. This can be individually (just the toilet) or together with the rest of the sanitary fixtures inside a closed bathroom.
What hygiene items should I leave for guests in the bathroom?
Basic hygiene items must be provided: hand soap, shower gel, shampoo, and an additional roll of toilet paper to the one already provided.
How many towels must be provided per guest?
It is required to provide one hand towel and one bath towel for each person staying in the apartment.
What are the minimum required dimensions for single and double beds?
Beds must measure at least 80×190 cm if they are single, or 135×190 cm if they are double or matrimonial.
What is the minimum thickness for mattresses in a tourist home?
Mattresses and bed bases must always be in good condition, requiring a minimum mattress thickness of 18 cm.
Is it necessary to leave extra spare bedding?
Yes, the law indicates that it is mandatory to leave an extra set of replacement bedding for guests.
What safety and fire prevention elements are mandatory?
For the safety of the guests, the home must have a first aid kit, a fire extinguisher, and some type of smoke detector installed in an area near the kitchen.
Must I have official Complaint Forms in the apartment?
Yes, there must be official Complaint and Claim Forms, accompanied by their respective explanatory sign placed in a visible area of the accommodation.
What kind of tourist information should I provide to the guest?
The owner or operating entity must provide information about the area, including restaurants, transportation, medical services, a local map, among other data of interest.
Is it mandatory to leave appliance instructions?
Yes, guests must be provided with instructions for the proper operation of appliances and devices in the house.
Must I provide a customer service phone number for incidents?
Yes, it is a requirement to provide a 24-hour phone number to resolve any incident during the stay.
What characteristics must showers or bathtubs have for safety?
It is required that showers or bathtubs have non-slip floors, in addition to having a washable bath mat.
How many hangers should be in the bedroom closets?
It is required to have a closet or space intended for clothing provided with adequate hangers, at a ratio of one hanger for every four guests accommodated.