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Calistoga
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Calistoga, California. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

Rental restrictions are recorded in Calistoga
STRs PROHIBITED citywide (<30-day residential rentals banned since 2008; MC Ch 17.34 Prohibition of Short-Term Rentals). Nov 2025 amendments added tiered fines $1,000-$5,000 and ban on platforms (Airbnb/VRBO) listing or booking Calistoga STRs.
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What you need to do in Calistoga

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  1. Restricted
    Short-term rentals are restricted in Calistoga

    STRs PROHIBITED citywide (<30-day residential rentals banned since 2008; MC Ch 17.34 Prohibition of Short-Term Rentals). Nov 2025 amendments added tiered fines $1,000-$5,000 and ban on platforms (Airbnb/VRBO) listing or booking Calistoga STRs.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Calistoga requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 13% Calistoga occupancy tax yourself

    The record says booking platforms do not collect it, so you add it to every booking, platform and direct, and pay it to the authority.

  4. To confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

Verify each step with the authority before you file or apply. Source

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What to know.

Rental restrictions are recorded for Calistoga. Check the rule's scope and exceptions before listing. STRs PROHIBITED citywide (<30-day residential rentals banned since 2008; MC Ch 17.34 Prohibition of Short-Term Rentals). Nov 2025 amendments added tiered fines $1,000-$5,000 and ban on platforms (Airbnb/VRBO) listing or booking Calistoga STRs. The published guide for Calistoga lists 13% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
13%
State tax
Local only
License
Restricted
Local filing
You collect and remit

Other taxes or assessments may apply. Review tax context and confirm the full amount for your rental with the authority.

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What the recorded taxes cover

Recorded assessment: 2%

2% Napa Valley TID (NVTID) on gross room rentals; 1% Affordable & Workforce Housing Tax on gross room rentals This charge has no separate STR applicability recorded and is shown outside the estimate.

Tax details

Exemptions, penalties, filing information, and effective dates from the linked sources.

Calistoga: Recorded exemptions

payment with the monthly Transient Occupancy Tax Reporting form submitted to the City (no online portal). Measure D (Nov 6, 2018; Ord. 741; codified in Municipal Code Ch. 3.16 §020(D)) raised the rate from 12% to 13%, with the added 1% dedicated solely to affordable/workforce housing. A 2% NVTID assessment also applies to gross room rentals (Res. 2010-025, April 2010).

Calistoga: Recorded effective date

2019-01-01

Source for these notes: calistogaca.gov: transient occupancy tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Calistoga

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbNoneYou collect and remit
VrboNoneYou collect and remit
Booking.comNoneYou collect and remit
DirectNoneYou collect and remit

Platform collects means the platform pays that tax. You collect and remit means you pay it. Collection details unavailable identifies a missing answer for that channel. Filing duties are listed separately.

Your next steps

  • Find permit information

    Permit requirements are not available in this guide. The linked authority provides application information.

  • Collection of the 13% local tax

    You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

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Calistoga occupancy tax13%
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California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Calistoga STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Calistoga occupancy taxes?

You collect and remit this tax for Airbnb and direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Calistoga?

Rental restrictions apply in Calistoga. The eligibility notes below describe the applicable conditions and exceptions.

What happens if I don't file?

Penalties and interest depend on the tax and authority. Check the applicable rules and contact the authority about any missed filings or payments.

How often do I file?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.