Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Keauhou, HI

Airbnb listings are allowed in Keauhou, HI, but with restrictions. County ordinance (Bill 108 / Ordinance 2018-114) restricts STVRs to specified zoning districts and establishes standards; existing STVRs outside permitted zones may continue only with a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC) which must be renewed annually. The Planning Department administers STVR rules and Rule 23 sets procedures for processing and compliance. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

County ordinance (Bill 108 / Ordinance 2018-114) restricts STVRs to specified zoning districts and establishes standards; existing STVRs outside permitted zones may continue only with a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC) which must be renewed annually. The Planning Department administers STVR rules and Rule 23 sets procedures for processing and compliance.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Keauhou. 1) Download and complete the Short-Term Vacation Rental (STVR) Registration Form and Statement of Compliance from the Hawai‘i County Planning Department records page and submit per instructions; 2) If operating outside permitted zones, apply for a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC) using the NUC application and annual renewal forms; 3) Follow Planning Department Rule 23 procedures.

1) Download and complete the Short-Term Vacation Rental (STVR) Registration Form and Statement of Compliance from the Hawai‘i County Planning Department records page and submit per instructions; 2) If operating outside permitted zones, apply for a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC) using the NUC application and annual renewal forms; 3) Follow Planning Department Rule 23 procedures.

Vrbo is permitted in Keauhou, HI under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Keauhou are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Keauhou. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.