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Castle Hills
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Castle Hills, Texas. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

What you need to do in Castle Hills

From the linked source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Castle Hills

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

  2. To do
    Get the Castle Hills short-term rental license or registration

    Fee: Application + $125 annual renewal fee. Rule: Ch.50.

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 0% Bexar County 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 do
    File monthly returns

    The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).

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

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What to know.

The published guide for Castle Hills lists 0% county occupancy tax. The state table lists a 6% Texas state hotel occupancy tax in addition. Local hotel occupancy taxes may apply in addition to the state rate. A license or registration is required. Fee: Application + $125 annual renewal fee.

At a glance.

County tax
0%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
6%
License
Required
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Tax details

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

Castle Hills: Recorded remittance instructions

permit via City Secretary; HOT remit method unknown; active STR permit program (renewal form dated 3/1/2026); city HOT NONE-REPORTED - confirm whether city levies HOT

Source: cityofcastlehills.com: short term rental permit and renewal 312026

Bexar County: Recorded remittance instructions

collected by City of San Antonio Finance Dept on behalf of county; monthly, due even if zero revenue; Nov 2025 voters approved increase to 2% for stadium projects - confirm effective date

Source: bexar.org: community venues

Bexar County: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Bexar County: County tax applicability

The county tax is shown separately from municipal tax.

Platform tax collection guidance for Castle Hills

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

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
VrboPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
Booking.comPlatform collectsYou collect and remit
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. Fee: Application + $125 annual renewal fee.

  • Collection of the 0% county tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).

  • Check the state tax requirements

    Use the linked state tax instructions to register and file.

Sources & confidence

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Bexar County occupancy tax0%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Castle Hills STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Castle Hills occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Castle Hills?

A license or registration is required. Fee: Application + $125 annual renewal fee.

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?

File monthly returns. The record does not state the due day; the tax office's calendar has it. File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).