Lodging providers face rising tax complexity across jurisdictions. From new fee transparency laws to shifting STR rules, this benchmark report reveals how operators are managing compliance today and what it takes to stay ahead in 2026 and beyond.

Key findings from Avalara’s U.S. lodging tax benchmark report. 

• See how hotels and STRs compare with regard to tax confidence and audit risk

• Learn which compliance tasks consume the most staff time

• Understand where new legislation is tightening tax enforcement

• Discover how rule variation across states impacts daily operations

• Find out what steps leaders are taking to future-proof compliance

   

Download the full report to see how the lodging industry is navigating rising tax complexity, where providers are falling short, and what it takes to stay compliant across jurisdictions.