Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Denver, CO (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Denver pay roughly 13.65% in combined occupancy and lodging taxes. Here's the itemized breakdown, who collects each one, and what you may need to remit yourself.
Itemized tax rates
| Tax | Rate | Who collects |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Lodger's TaxApplies to stays under 30 consecutive days, on the total amount charged including cleaning and guest fees. A lodging platform that processes payment and appears as merchant of record is the 'vendor' responsible for collecting and remitting (Airbnb and Vrbo collect and remit for Denver hosts); for direct bookings or non-vendor platforms the host must collect and remit on their own lodger's tax returns. Hosts must hold a lodger's tax account regardless (renewed every odd year). | 10.75% | varies |
| Colorado state sales tax on lodgingState sales tax (plus applicable special district taxes, remitted separately to the Colorado Department of Revenue). Marketplace platforms such as Airbnb collect and remit state-administered taxes for bookings made through them; hosts remit for direct bookings. | 2.9% | varies |
What will guests pay on a Denver stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Denver occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Denver Lodger's Tax (10.75%)· collection varies | $48.38 |
| Colorado state sales tax on lodging (2.9%)· collection varies | $13.05 |
| Total tax (13.65%) | $61.43 |
| Guest pays | $511.43 |
Estimate only. Platform collection varies by listing site and agreement; verify rates with the taxing authorities.
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Verified July 10, 2026. Informational only — not legal, tax, or financial advice. Tax rates and collection rules change; confirm current requirements with Denver and your booking platform.