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Coronado
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

Rental conditions are recorded in Coronado
STRs effectively banned in residential zones: rentals <26 consecutive days prohibited (CMC 86.78 defines transient occupancy as <=25 days). limited exceptions.
Find published guidance for your Coronado address
Check published permit and tax guidance for Coronado.

What you need to do in Coronado

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  1. To do
    Meet the local rental conditions

    STRs effectively banned in residential zones: rentals <26 consecutive days prohibited (CMC 86.78 defines transient occupancy as <=25 days). limited exceptions.

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

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

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 10% Coronado 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.

STRs effectively banned in residential zones: rentals <26 consecutive days prohibited (CMC 86.78 defines transient occupancy as <=25 days). limited exceptions. The published guide for Coronado lists 10% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
10%
State tax
Local only
License
Not available
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Coronado: Recorded exemptions

city website searches found only dated official evidence : Election Compendium (coronado.ca.us, 1996): Prop J added CMC 16.12.035 setting TOT at 8% (1996 vote) : outdated, current rate unknown. filed kept as-is).

Source for these notes: coronado.municipal.codes: cmc

Platform tax collection guidance for Coronado

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 10% 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.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Coronado occupancy tax10%
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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.

Coronado STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Coronado occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Coronado?

The licensing requirement for Coronado is not available. Check state and local license or registration rules before listing.

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.