December 2022
Disclaimer. This page is intended solely to assist you in understanding the regulations you may need to comply with. The information provided here is not exhaustive and may not reflect the most current legal standards. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with applicable laws. For further guidance, please contact your local tax authorities or consult with a qualified legal or tax professional.
On January 4, 2022, the Rhode Island General Assembly enacted a law to regulate the short-term rental industry. Please also consult the Rhode Island Code (RIC) as other provisions may apply to your hosting activity. For more information, visit the STR portal on Rhode Island's website.
STR Taxation
Your hosting activity may be subject to various taxes. Please note misterb&b registered with the State to collect the following taxes on your behalf, for stays not exceeding 30 consecutive days.
- Rhode Island Sales Tax
- Rhode Island Statewide Hotel Tax
- Rhode Island Local Hotel Tax
Check our FAQ about tax collection by misterb&b in Rhode Island.
You remain responsible for registering for, collecting and/or remitting any other taxes applicable to your hosting activity.
State registration
All short-term rentals (meaning, tourist rental for less than 30 consecutive nights) must be registered before operating.
- Registration process. The registration can be completed online. For more information about the registration process (including pre-requisite steps and required documentation), check this official FAQ.
- Renewal. The registration expires every 2 years: it can be renewed online.
You must add your registration number to your misterb&b listing(s) (go to the “Local Requirements” page, via “Edit my listing”). In the absence of a valid registration number, misterb&b may delete your listing.
Local registration
The State registration requirement is independent of any municipal short-term rental registration requirements. If the municipality in which the STR is located has its own registration requirement, then you must register both with the state and the municipality.