Manitou Springs, Colorado

Short-Term Rental Regulations — El Paso County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 1Owner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
1Min. Night Stay
500 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Permit Cap2 permits
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Density / Distance Cap2% of the City's residential structures; 500-foot radius buffer between STRs
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • 500-foot buffer from all other existing STRs required

Official Sources

manitouspringsco.gov/450/Short-Term-Rental-Operations
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Manitou Springs, Colorado

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Manitou Springs, Colorado are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Manitou Springs, Colorado?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Manitou Springs?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Manitou Springs?

Yes — Manitou Springs sets a minimum stay of 1 night.

Where do these Manitou Springs short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Manitou Springs's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Manitou Springs, El Paso County, or Colorado authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.