Wimberley, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hays County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT13% total (6% state Hotel Occupancy Tax + 7% city Hotel Occupancy Tax)

Zoning Restrictions

  • STRs are not a permitted use in any zoning district; a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approved by City Council is required for all zones

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Wimberley, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Wimberley, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 13% total (6% state applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Wimberley, Texas?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Wimberley?

Short-term rentals in Wimberley are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 13% total (6% state .

Where do these Wimberley short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Wimberley'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 Wimberley, Hays County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.