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Are cleaning fees subject to lodging tax?

Last checked Oct 26, 2026 from official sources. Not tax advice.

In most places, yes. If the guest must pay it to stay, it's usually part of taxable rent.

• Monroe County lists cleaning, pet, traveler-service, processing and resort fees as taxable.
• Lee County taxes gross rent plus mandatory fees.
• Mammoth Lakes includes cleaning, linen, pet and late-checkout fees.
• Essex County NY includes cleaning and other guest charges.

Airbnb's guest service fee is Airbnb's charge, not your rent. Refunded amounts and qualifying long stays generally come out.

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Questions owners ask

Is the Airbnb service fee taxable rent for me?

The guest service fee is charged by Airbnb, not you; county rules on platform fees vary, so check your county.

Are security deposits taxable?

Refundable deposits generally aren't rent; any amount kept for damage may be treated differently. Confirm with your county.

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