Short-Term Rental Regulations in Hawaii

State Overview
Hawaii does not preempt local STR regulation. Counties have significant regulatory authority. Each county has its own STR ordinances. The state imposes a 11% Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) in addition to any local taxes.

Cities in Hawaii

City Permit Tax Rate Day Limit Primary Res.
Honolulu ✓ Required 17.75% No annual cap · per-stay limit Varies →
Kailua-Kona ✓ Required 18.712% No annual cap · per-stay limit No →
Kauai ✓ Required 18.712% No limit Varies →
Maui ✓ Required 17%-18% No limit Varies →

Hawaii's STR Landscape

Hawaii does not have a uniform STR framework, leaving regulation to individual municipalities. The state imposes a 11% Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) in addition to local taxes.

Regulation varies significantly across cities. Some cities (Honolulu, Kauai, Maui) require primary residence, while others (Kailua-Kona) allow non-owner-occupied rentals. Tax rates vary from 17%-18% to 18.712%.

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