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Laguna Vista
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

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

What you need to do in Laguna Vista

Checked against the source
  1. No action
    Short-term rentals are allowed in Laguna Vista

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

  2. To do
    Get the Laguna Vista short-term rental license or registration

    Fee: One-time $50/owner fee.

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 7% Laguna Vista 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

    Due by the 20th (per the source). 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 Laguna Vista lists 7% local 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: One-time $50/owner fee.

At a glance.

Local tax
7%
State tax
6%
Total for a direct booking
13%
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.

Laguna Vista: Recorded exemptions

HOT applies to short-term rental stays of less than 30 consecutive days (Town of Laguna Vista HOT page).

Laguna Vista: Recorded penalties and interest

Failure to register or submit the HOT Return Form can result in fines up to $500, with potential daily fines for non-compliance (Town of Laguna Vista HOT page).

Laguna Vista: Recorded remittance instructions

Self-remit to city (online or at City Hall; info@lvtexas.us) · monthly (due 20th); Baseline NONE-REPORTED but city actively administers 7% HOT; monthly return required even if not rented; SPI-adjacent market

Laguna Vista: Recorded filing schedule

Filing frequency: Monthly.

Source for these notes: lvtexas.us: hotel ocuppancy tax

Platform tax collection guidance for Laguna Vista

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: One-time $50/owner fee.

  • Collection of the 7% local tax

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

  • File your tax returns

    File monthly returns. Due by the 20th (per the source). 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
Laguna Vista occupancy tax7%
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Texas state hotel occupancy tax6%
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Laguna Vista STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Laguna Vista occupancy taxes?

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

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Laguna Vista?

A license or registration is required. Fee: One-time $50/owner 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. Due by the 20th (per the source). File even when you owe nothing for the period (per the source).