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Pagosa Springs
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

What you need to do in Pagosa Springs

Checked against the source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Pagosa Springs

    The record lists no ban. Zoning and HOA rules for your address still apply.

  2. To do
    Get the Pagosa Springs short-term rental license or registration

    Term: Annual.

  3. To do
    Who collects the 4.9% Pagosa Springs occupancy tax depends on the booking channel

    Airbnb: collects it for you; Vrbo: collects it for you; Booking.com: not confirmed; Direct: you collect and remit. Where a channel's answer is not confirmed, check its tax settings.

  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.

The published guide for Pagosa Springs lists 4.9% local occupancy tax. The state table lists a 2.9% Colorado state sales tax in addition. The state base rate excludes local taxes and any separate lodging charges. A license or registration is required. Term: Annual.

At a glance.

Local tax
4.9%
State tax
2.9%
Total for a direct booking
7.8%
License
Required
Local filing
By booking channel

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 local sales tax: 1%

Local sales tax is shown separately from the lodging-tax estimate.

Tax details

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

Pagosa Springs: Recorded remittance instructions

Airbnb and Vrbo collect and remit Town sales and lodging tax. Other booking channels require their own collection assessment; direct bookings are collected and remitted by the host.

Source for these notes: pagosasprings.co.gov: lodging tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Pagosa Springs

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsCheck
VrboPlatform collectsCheck
Booking.comPlatform collectsCheck
DirectYou collect and remitYou 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

  • Get the required license or registration

    Apply before you list. Term: Annual.

  • Collection of the 4.9% local tax

    Follow the channel breakdown above; you collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

  • 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.

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Pagosa Springs occupancy tax4.9%
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Colorado state sales tax2.9%
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Licensing recordRequired
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Pagosa Springs STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Pagosa Springs occupancy taxes?

Airbnb collects this tax. You collect and remit tax on direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Pagosa Springs?

A license or registration is required. Term: Annual.

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.