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Hawaii’s Transient Accommodations Tax to Rise to 11% on Jan. 1, 2026 as Aulani Updates Booking Rates

Affected Aulani guests will receive email notifications about the extra 0.75% tax applied at check-in for pre-2026 room-only reservations.

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Overview

  • The State of Hawai‘i’s transient accommodations tax will increase from 10.25% to 11% on January 1, 2026.
  • Honolulu’s 3% transient accommodations tax and the 4.712% Hawai‘i general excise tax will remain unchanged.
  • Aulani’s system will continue to display the 10.25% rate on room-only bookings made before 2026 and charge the additional 0.75% at check-in or checkout.
  • Aulani package rates that include ground transportation or a Vacation Protection Plan already factor in the full 11% tax.
  • Guests with affected reservations are receiving direct email notifications from Aulani and can consult travel agents for assistance.