New Hampshire lodging tax on Airbnb
Verdict for New Hampshire
- Airbnb collects
- State Meals and Rooms (Rentals) Tax
- You may still owe
- Meals and Rooms tax on bookings made off Airbnb
Researched from Airbnb's New Hampshire tax page and the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration. The rate was 9% before October 1, 2021. Not yet confirmed by a person; check your city and county before filing.
Tax layers
Meals and Rooms (Rentals) Tax
Reported- Rate
- 8.5%
- Applies to
- Stays of 184 nights or fewer (Airbnb); the state defines short-term rentals as less than 185 consecutive days
- Airbnb collects
- Yes
- Where to register
- New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration
- Source
| Layer | Rate | Applies to | Airbnb collects | Where to register | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meals and Rooms (Rentals) TaxReported | 8.5% | Stays of 184 nights or fewer (Airbnb); the state defines short-term rentals as less than 185 consecutive days | Yes | New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration |
Permits & registration
Meals and Rooms license
ReportedRequiredThe Department of Revenue Administration says any advertisement or online listing offering a short-term rental must include the operator's Meals and Rooms license number.
Change history
No changes since we started tracking on Oct 17, 2026.
FAQ
- Does Airbnb collect New Hampshire rooms tax?
- Yes. Airbnb's New Hampshire page says it collects the 8.5% Meals and Rooms (Rentals) Tax on stays of 184 nights or fewer.
- Do New Hampshire listings need a license number?
- The Department of Revenue Administration says any advertisement or online listing offering a short-term rental must include the operator's Meals and Rooms license number.
- Are there local lodging taxes in New Hampshire?
- Airbnb's page lists only the state Meals and Rooms (Rentals) Tax, and we did not find a local lodging tax in official sources.
Sources
- Occupancy tax collection and remittance by Airbnb in New Hampshire (Tier 1, Airbnb Help Center)
- Meals & Rooms (Rentals) Tax FAQ | New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration (Tier 1, New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration)
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This is general information, not tax advice. Check with your state or a tax professional before you file.