Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hailey, ID

Airbnb listings are allowed in Hailey, ID, but with restrictions. Short-term occupancy is defined as rentals under 31 days. For lots with both a primary dwelling and an ADU, only one unit may be used for short-term occupancy while the other must be owner-occupied or long-term; Tiny Homes on Wheels (THOWs) are restricted to long-term use only. 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.

Short-term occupancy is defined as rentals under 31 days. For lots with both a primary dwelling and an ADU, only one unit may be used for short-term occupancy while the other must be owner-occupied or long-term; Tiny Homes on Wheels (THOWs) are restricted to long-term use only.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Hailey. 1. Obtain a tax permit from the City Clerk’s office. 2. Collect a 4% Local Option Tax on all rentals under 30 days. 3. Remit the collected tax to the City of Hailey on a monthly or quarterly basis.

1. Obtain a tax permit from the City Clerk’s office. 2. Collect a 4% Local Option Tax on all rentals under 30 days. 3. Remit the collected tax to the City of Hailey on a monthly or quarterly basis.

Vrbo is permitted in Hailey, ID 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 Hailey 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 Hailey. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.