Hawaii Gov. Josh Green speaks in Honolulu on Tuesday, May 27, 2026 before he signs legislation raising the state's tax on hotel rooms and other short-term accommodations to raise money to help the ...

Hawaii's governor signed legislation that boosts a tax imposed on hotel room and vacation rental stays in order to raise money to address climate change. 24/7 Live Fresno County North Valley South ...

The General Excise Tax is also part of the bill, added to your room rate. That changes depending on which island you’re on, ranging from 4% to 4.5%. New Hawaii ‘green fee’ to raise $100 ...

The legislation also adds a new tax of 11 percent on cruise ship bills beginning in July 2026. This is set to be prorated for the number of days the ships are in Hawaii's ports.

With the new law, the state’s existing 10.25% tax on short-term accommodations will climb to 11%. ... Green said the industry looked at “the greater good” for tourism, Hawaii and the planet.

Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, surrounded by lawmakers and supporters, signs legislation in Honolulu on Tuesday, May 27, 2026 that raises the state’s tax on hotel rooms and other short-term ...