Do Hotels in Ontario Charge Taxes? Understanding HST and Municipal Accommodation Tax

Learn about hotel taxes in Ontario, including the 13% HST and possible additional Municipal Accommodation Tax on your stay.

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Yes, hotels in Ontario charge taxes. Expect to pay the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) of 13% on your hotel bill. Some municipalities may also apply an additional Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT), typically around 4%.

Questions and answers

  1. What is the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) rate on hotels in Ontario?

    The HST rate applied to hotel bills in Ontario is 13%.

  2. Do all hotels in Ontario charge the Municipal Accommodation Tax?

    Not all hotels charge the Municipal Accommodation Tax; it depends on the municipality, with rates typically around 4%.

  3. How is the hotel tax calculated in Ontario?

    Hotel tax in Ontario includes a 13% HST on the bill and possibly an additional Municipal Accommodation Tax depending on the location.