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Hawaii Vacation Rental
Tax Calculator

Hawaii STRs carry an 18–19% combined tax burden. Know exactly what you owe — GET, State TAT, and County TAT — before your next booking.

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Per 2019 Hawaii law revision, all guest fees (cleaning, maintenance, resort, booking) are subject to GET and TAT.

Tax Breakdown

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General Excise Tax
4–4.7%
GET
Base 4.0% state + county surcharge (0.5% or 0.712% depending on island). Applied to all gross revenue including fees.
Transient Accommodations Tax
11%
State TAT
Applies to all rentals under 180 consecutive days. No exemptions for platforms — hosts are responsible even if OTA collects on their behalf.
County TAT Surcharge
3%
County TAT
All four counties (Oahu, Maui, Hawaii, Kauai) impose the 3% county surcharge on top of state TAT. Effective since 2022.
Island GET Base GET County Surcharge Effective GET State TAT County TAT Combined
Oahu 4.000% 0.712% 4.712% 11.000% 3.000% 18.712%
Maui 4.000% 0.712% 4.712% 11.000% 3.000% 18.712%
Big Island 4.000% 0.500% 4.500% 11.000% 3.000% 18.500%
Kauai 4.000% 0.500% 4.500% 11.000% 3.000% 18.500%

Frequently Asked Questions

Are cleaning fees taxable in Hawaii?
Yes. Since the 2019 revision to Hawaii tax law, all fees charged to guests — cleaning fees, maintenance fees, resort fees, booking fees, and service charges — are subject to both GET and TAT. There is no exemption.
Does Airbnb or VRBO collect these taxes for me?
Airbnb and VRBO have agreements with the State of Hawaii to collect and remit GET and State TAT on your behalf. However, you remain legally responsible for ensuring taxes are paid. If the platform fails to remit, the liability falls on you. County TAT collection policies vary — verify with your OTA and file separately if needed.
When are Hawaii STR taxes due?
GET and TAT are filed quarterly for most small operators (Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct). High-volume operators may need to file monthly. Filing deadlines are the 20th of the month following the end of the quarter. Late filing penalties start at 5% per month, up to 25%. Hawaii has no statute of limitations for unfiled returns.
What is the difference between GET and TAT?
GET (General Excise Tax) applies to virtually all business activity in Hawaii — think of it as a broad-based business tax, not a sales tax. TAT (Transient Accommodations Tax) is specific to short-term rentals and hotel stays. Both apply simultaneously to vacation rental revenue.
Do I need a GET license and TAT registration?
Yes to both. You must obtain a Hawaii GET license (Form BB-1) and a TAT registration before your first rental. Operating without registration can result in penalties, back taxes, and permit revocation. KaiNest's compliance dashboard tracks your registration deadlines and filing windows.

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