Hotel Sales and Lodging Taxes Explained: 2025 Guide for U.S. Hoteliers

Hotels in the U.S. face more than just state sales tax. Local lodging, occupancy, and tourism improvement taxes can add up to 15 % or more, and they vary by city and county.
This blog explains how these taxes are applied, who is responsible for collecting them (hotels, OTAs, or both), and how extended-stay exemptions work. Real examples from Florida, California, and Denver show how rates and sourcing rules differ, helping hoteliers and accountants avoid over- or underpayment.

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