Labour’s proposed holiday tax has come under fire across the country, with some of the UK’s tourism hotspots criticising the plans.Shortly after Andy Burnham was accused of launching another raid on struggling households as he approved a new holiday tax for England, a similar move has been rejected by a range of towns and seaside spots.Some have pushed back until more research can be undertaken regarding the consequences of an overnight tourism levy.MPs have also pushed back on the decision, while hospitality bosses have said the measure could cost a family upwards of £100 extra for a two-week holiday in certain regions.Meanwhile, hoteliers have had their say, with one in a popular UK seaside location saying: ‘This is absolutely horrendous – I can’t find a single positive!’ Here’s a rundown of the spots hitting back against the tourism tax…Anglesey, Wales Fierce opposition has broken out in response to the proposed holiday tax in AngleseyProposals for Anglesey to tax its more than one million annual visitors £1.30 per night for hotel stays, and 75p for shared accommodation such as campsites, were dropped after an overwhelmingly negative response.In Anglesey, around one in five jobs are supported by tourism.More than 83 per cent of businesses on the island who responded to a consultation were opposed, and 84 per cent of visitors.More than six out of ten holidaymakers polled said they would stay for a shorter period if the tax was imposed, while two-thirds would consider booking a different destination.Concerns from business included the impact on those dependent on the seasonal tourist trade, as well as competition with areas of Wales with no overnight levy.Gwynedd, Wales Elsewhere in Wales, Gwynedd has delayed the choice to implement the taxSo far, Cardiff is the only area of Wales planning to introduce a tourist tax, with Gwynedd council among those facing strong local opposition. This region covers popular destinations such as Snowdonia and the Llyn peninsula.Gwynedd Council has postponed making any decision on the tax.’Cyngor Gwynedd is currently considering the potential introduction of a levy locally, but no decision has yet been made,’ the council website says. Conwy, Wales Similarly, implementing a tourist tax in Conwy has not yet been confirmedMeanwhile, in Conwy the decision has been deferred on ‘implementing a visitor levy until further evidence and practical experience are available to enable a fully informed assessment of its potential impacts and benefits’, according to the council.Between May 20 and July 17, 2026, the Council undertook a public consultation to gather views from residents, visitors and businesses on the possible introduction of a visitor levy in Conwy County. Responses highlighted a significant concern around the limited availability of robust data and evidence to fully evaluate the potential implications of introducing the levy. Other concerns centred around the economic impact of introducing a visitor levy and Conwy’s competitiveness as a destination, as it was perceived this could lead to reduced bookings, shorter stays and reduced visitor spend. The proposed timing of a visitor levy was concern raised, as current economic and business conditions are already placing significant pressure on local businesses and the wider tourism sector.In light of this feedback, the report recommended postponing a decision until more comprehensive evidence can be gathered. Sharon Doleman, cabinet member for a sustainable economy and communications said: ‘Tourism plays a vital role in Conwy’s economy, and any decision on introducing a visitor levy must be based on robust evidence and a clear understanding of the potential impacts on residents, visitors and businesses. ‘We have carefully listened to the views shared through the consultation, and one of the strongest messages was the need for more evidence before a decision is taken.’West Worcestershire West Worcestershire’s MP has also said she does not want to implement the taxThe new tax could also cause problems in West Worcestershire, according to a local MP. West Worcestershire MP Dame Harriett Baldwin has spoken up for tourism businesses facing yet another tax hike as the Government plans to tax overnight stays. She warned that the policy would have a devastating impact on the local tourism sector. Hospitality bosses have said the measure could cost a family upwards of £100 extra for a two-week holiday.The tax would be implemented by locally elected mayors, but local government in West Worcestershire remains in limbo after reorganisation plans were shelved last month.Thousands of visitors are drawn to West Worcestershire each year to experience the Malvern Hills, the Three Counties Showground, Malvern Theatres, Upton’s music festivals and local stately homes.Dame Harriett said: ‘Our local hotels, B&Bs, restaurants and bars are already struggling to make ends meet under Labour’s approach of taxing businesses more and more to pay for benefits.’After squeezing hospitality venues and tourist attractions with increased Business Rates, Minimum Wage and National Insurance, and Inheritance Tax, Labour has invented a new tax to hit local businesses with.’The Overnight Visitor Levy has already been imposed in Manchester and now the Prime Minister wants to extend it across the country.’The cost will have to be passed on to guests, of whom many will be put off by the price increase. With the cost of living already spiralling, my worry is this will drive vital tourism revenue away from our area, cost local jobs, harm growth and kill off the Great British holiday.’Blackpool Popular seaside resort Blackpool has seen many locals complaining about the taxLabour is facing a backlash over its new tax on holidays – which it is feared could stop Britons from visiting our traditional seaside resorts, including Blackpool.Hoteliers and residents have strongly opposed these proposals in this popular seaside town.Chris Webb, Labour MP for Blackpool South and chair of the Parliament’s Tourism and Hospitality all-party group, told the Daily Mail earlier this year: ‘Businesses are worried that this will deter people from booking, or will deter people from actually coming.’ One Blackpool hotelier, Claire Smith, who is president of hospitality association ‘StayBlackpool’, told The Express: ‘This is absolutely horrendous – I can’t find a single positive!’ Another, Chris Rinder, who runs The Fossil Tree Hotel in North Shore, Blackpool, told the publication: ‘It would be totally bonkers to introduce an overnight levy to a place like Blackpool, which is specifically geared towards tourism and relies on it so much.’Overnight stays can also lead to restaurant bookings, more paid-for attraction visits, more use of the shops and paid car parking which all adds to the town’s revenue.’But a Tourism Tax would effectively be penalising people for staying overnight – and that is bound to put people off coming. It would be detrimental to this town.’Skegness Rounding out the list is Skegness, home to beloved Butlin’s resortThe mayor of Lincolnshire has decided not to implement the new tourism tax, leading to praise from the community in seaside resort town Skegness.Dame Andrea Jenkyns said, according to LincolnshireWorld: ‘I do not want to drive out people from visiting our region, so I will not be implementing it.’People are struggling anyway, so don’t worry, your seaside holidays, the local businesses, I’ve got your back.’In response, East Lindsey District Council leader Craig Leyland said: ‘The tourism industry that we have is very valuable to us and historically there’s repeat visitors and people that have made use of our lovely coastline and our beautiful resorts for many years.’We want to encourage visitors and we want to make sure that they enjoy themselves when they’re here and the nature of our holiday accommodation wouldn’t lend itself to an overnight tourism tax.’He told LincsOnline: ‘We are a traditional holiday destination – sort of bucket and spade holidays along the coast – and families with the cost of living crisis at the moment have to work hard to save hard to make their holidays a reality.’Anything that hinders that – that’s £20 or £30 over a week – can have an impact – and we want to make sure that people do keep visiting our resorts.’It comes after the CEO of Butlin’s said the levy could harm low-income families holidaying at the budget-friendly park.