Hotel porters · Greece
Do you tip hotel porters in Greece?
Short answer
€1–2 per bag
About €1–2 a bag, in cash.
CommonCash preferred
Porters at mid-range and luxury hotels expect a small cash tip. One or two euros per bag covers it; round up to a note if you have several pieces.
In practice
- Two suitcases → €3–5
Common questions
- How much should you tip hotel porters in Greece?
- €1–2 per bag. About €1–2 a bag, in cash.
- Can you tip by card in Greece?
- Card terminals sometimes offer a tip prompt, but cash left on the table is far more common and reaches staff more reliably.
More on tipping in Greece
Tipping hotel porters elsewhere
Reviewed by Greg Kockott on 3 September 2026.
Figures checked against the sources below on 4 September 2026.
Sources
- Lonely Planet, “The Ultimate Guide to Tipping in Europe” (consulted 2026-09-04)
- Rough Guides, “Greece travel tips for first-timers” (consulted 2026-09-04)