Hotel Excise Tax Resources
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Resource
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| Hotel Excise Tax Ordinance | Download Form |
| Hotel Excise Tax Monthly Report | Download Form |
| Exempt Receipts Claimed Form | Download Form
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| Hotel Excise Tax Exemption Certificate | Download Form
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| Hotel Excise Tax Application to Collect Tax | Download Form |
| Pay Hotel Excise Tax Online (for overnight lodging operators only) | Visit Site |
Mercer County established an ordinance that charges 5% Hotel Excise Tax on all overnight lodging as permitted by the ordinance. The monies collected benefits the Mercer County Tourism Bureau to promote tourism within the county.
A few exemptions apply to the ordinance. This includes permanent residents staying 30 days or more, federal employees while on government business, and temporary housing for those in distress if paid for by an organization such as The Red Cross.
Overnight Lodging Operators can remit the tax either by check through the mail or online with a credit card but must still mail the report and supporting documents. Credit card fees apply if paid online.