Kaneohe, Hawaii

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Honolulu County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $1000Tax: 4%Min Stay: 90 nights
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Honolulu County which apply to this area.
$1000License Cost
90 nightsMin. Night Stay
4%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$1000
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay90 nights
Density / Distance Cap46
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT4%

Official Sources

hawaiiliving.com/blog/90-day-min-rental-terms/honolulu.gov/dpp/permitting/str/proper.insure/regulations/hawaii-airbnb-laws/happyvacationshawaii.com/understanding-oahus-rental-limits-for-short-term-and-monthly-stays/honolulu.gov/dpp/permitting/str/str-faq/thesalazargrouphawaii.com/blog/making-sense-honolulus-short-term-rental-rules-what-you-need-know-2025/mauicounty.gov/1377/Short-Term-Rentalsbnbcalc.com/blog/short-term-rental-regulation/Honolulu-County-Hawaii-Guide
Data confidence: 72%Last updated: May 22, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Kaneohe, Hawaii

Kaneohe, Hawaii has no separate city ordinance, so Honolulu County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $1000). A lodging/occupancy tax of 4% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Kaneohe, Hawaii?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Kaneohe, Hawaii.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Kaneohe?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $1000.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Kaneohe?

Short-term rentals in Kaneohe are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 4%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Kaneohe?

Yes — Kaneohe sets a minimum stay of 90 nights.

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