Dallas vs Honolulu
Texas Restricted | Hawaii Restricted
Disclaimer: General information only — not legal advice. Verify with your local government.
| Requirement | Dallas, Texas | Honolulu, Hawaii |
|---|---|---|
| Legality Status | Restricted | Restricted |
| Permit Fee | $285 registration fee | $1,000 initial registration; $500 annual renewal |
| Tax Rate | 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state) | ~18.5% combined (11% state TAT + 3% county TAT surcharge + 4.5% GET) |
| Annual Day Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Renewal Interval | Annual | Annual |
| Platform Remits Taxes | No — host must remit | No — host must remit |
| Max Fine Example | $500–$2,000/violation | $10,000/day for recurring violations; $5,000 initial fine |
| Verdict | Both cities have comparable STR regulatory environments. | |
Dallas, Texas
Status Restricted
Permit Fee $285 registration fee
Tax Rate 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax No
Max Fine $500–$2,000/violation
Honolulu, Hawaii
Status Restricted
Permit Fee $1,000 initial registration; $500 annual renewal
Tax Rate ~18.5% combined (11% state TAT + 3% county TAT surcharge + 4.5% GET)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax No
Max Fine $10,000/day for recurring violations; $5,000 initial fine
Both cities have comparable STR regulatory environments.
Dallas Overview
Dallas banned non-owner-occupied STRs in residential single-family zoning districts effective April 2023. Owner-occupied or 'hosted' stays and multifamily/commercial zoning remain allowed with registration.
Full Dallas guide →Honolulu Overview
STRs limited to resort-zoned and eligible apartment-zoned areas. Hosts must register as B&B (owner-occupied, max 2 guest rooms) or TVU (whole-home in eligible zones). Registrations are non-transferable.
Full Honolulu guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Is it easier to Airbnb in Dallas or Honolulu?
Dallas is classified as "Restricted" while Honolulu is "Restricted." Dallas's permit fee is $285 registration fee compared to $1,000 initial registration; $500 annual renewal in Honolulu.
Which city has higher STR taxes — Dallas or Honolulu?
Dallas charges 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state), while Honolulu charges ~18.5% combined (11% state TAT + 3% county TAT surcharge + 4.5% GET). Compare the full breakdown in the table above.
Which city has stricter fines for illegal short-term rentals?
Dallas: $500–$2,000/violation. Honolulu: $10,000/day for recurring violations; $5,000 initial fine.