Tourists in Paris Must Pay: 2025 Tourist Tax

Going to Paris, France comes with its costs, but many travelers don't realize that they will also need to pay a tax that is specific to tourists.

The Paris Tourist Tax is a nightly tax, and the longer you spend in Paris, the more you pay.

Don't worry, though. This tax is easy to pay and varies depending on where you're staying in the City of Lights. Plus, not everyone needs to pay it.

But do you?

In this guide, we're going to clarify everything you need to know about France's Paris Tourist Tax, including who needs to pay it, when, and how.

The nicer the hotel, the higher the tax

If you're staying at a hotel and are not a resident, paying the tourist tax is mandatory.

The way that it works is that the higher the number of stars a hotel has (5 star, 4 star, etc.), the higher the nightly tax is.

Some cities have tourist taxes that fluctuate depending on the time of year. For instance, winter usually has a lower tax than summer, which is the peak of travel season. Paris isn't like this, unfortunately. The tax is the same no matter what time of year you're visiting.

What you'll need to pay in 2025

Hotels, tourist residences, and furnished tourist accommodations (including Airbnb, etc.)

5-star: €3.50 per night.

4-star: €2.60 per night.

3-star: €1.70 per night.

2-star: €1.00 per night.

1-star: €0.80 per night.

All-inclusive holiday rentals (village de vacances)

4 and 5-star: €1.00 per night.

1, 2, and 3-star: €0.80 per night.

Campers aren't exempt

Anyone camping, parking their RV, car, boat, etc., has to pay a nightly tax, though it is lower than the rates for travelers staying in hotels and resorts.

Campsites, RV parks, similar outdoor accommodations, tourist car parks, etc.

3, 4, and 5-star: €0.60 per night.

1 and 1-star: €0.20 per night.

Marinas for boat parking

€0.20 per night.

A pretty penny for a palace in Paris

If your dream is to stay at a French chateau, it's possible. However, they have the highest tax as far as tourists go.

Palaces have a €4.80 per night tax that guests must pay.

If you stay more than a month, there's a cap

Taxes can add up, especially if you're staying in Paris for a longer trip (like a month or more).

If this is the case, there is a maximum monthly tax.

Tourists can't be charged more than €100.00 in tourist taxes per month. If you're staying in a Palace for two months, for example, the most you can expect to pay is €200.00 in tourist taxes.

Remember - these taxes are for the Paris municipality, specifically.

How to pay the tourist tax in Paris

Paying the tourist tax is very easy in Paris.

There are two different ways you'll likely encounter.

• You can pay it to the hotel/accommodation staff.
• If you use a booking service, they might collect it on the accommodation owner's behalf.

Some establishments may ask you to pay the tourist tax in cash, while others may put it on your card. If you're not sure which will apply to you, you can look at the accommodation listing online or contact the hotel/site directly to prepare.

Regardless, the staff or booking service will prompt you to pay it. You don't have to go anywhere specific.

Some people are exempt

Not everyone has to pay the tourist tax. The following travelers are exempt.

• If you're traveling to Paris because you have a temporary/seasonal work contract.
• If it is an emergency accommodation or temporary relocation.
• If you're low income (below an amount determined by the municipal court).
• If you're under the age of 18.

If you're not sure whether or not you fall into one of these categories, you can learn more here.

If you're staying with a friend or family member, you do not have to pay the tourist tax

If you're visiting a friend or family member and no money is being exchanged for your accommodation, you do not have to pay a tax.

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