Short-term rental & Airbnb taxes in Steamboat Springs, CO (2026)
Short-term rental guests in Steamboat Springs pay roughly 20.4% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado state sales taxRemitted to the State. Airbnb collects on its bookings (2.9% of listing price incl. cleaning fees for stays 29 nights or shorter); hosts remit on direct bookings. | 2.9% | varies |
| Routt County sales taxState-administered; remitted to the State. Marketplace platforms collect on their bookings; hosts remit on direct bookings. | 1% | varies |
| City of Steamboat Springs sales tax (incl. 0.5% school tax)4.0% city sales tax + 0.5% school tax, remitted directly to the City (home-rule, self-collecting). Airbnb collects 4.50% on its bookings; hosts must still hold a City sales tax license and file returns for direct bookings. | 4.5% | varies |
| City accommodations taxApplies to all rentals under 30 days within city limits; remitted to the City. Airbnb collects 1% ('Public Accommodations Tax') on its bookings. | 1% | varies |
| City short-term rental (STR) excise taxVoter-approved (Measure 2A, Nov. 2022), effective Jan. 1, 2023; revenue dedicated to affordable housing. Airbnb collects 9% on its bookings; hosts remit to the City on direct bookings. | 9% | varies |
| Local Marketing District (LMD) accommodations taxOnly for rentals located within the LMD (mountain area); remitted to the State. Brings the combined total to about 20.4% inside the LMD vs. 18.4% elsewhere in the city. | 2% | varies |
What will guests pay on a Steamboat Springs stay?
Enter a nightly rate to see the itemized occupancy-tax cost.
Steamboat Springs occupancy tax calculator
| Gross rent | $450.00 |
| Colorado state sales tax (2.9%)· collection varies | $13.05 |
| Routt County sales tax (1%)· collection varies | $4.50 |
| City of Steamboat Springs sales tax (incl. 0.5% school tax) (4.5%)· collection varies | $20.25 |
| City accommodations tax (1%)· collection varies | $4.50 |
| City short-term rental (STR) excise tax (9%)· collection varies | $40.50 |
| Local Marketing District (LMD) accommodations tax (2%)· collection varies | $9.00 |
| Total tax (20.4%) | $91.80 |
| Guest pays | $541.80 |
Estimate only. Platform collection varies by listing site and agreement; verify rates with the taxing authorities.
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Verified July 12, 2026. Informational only — not legal, tax, or financial advice. Tax rates and collection rules change; confirm current requirements with Steamboat Springs and your booking platform.