Louisiana's Department of Revenue says state sales tax on hotel and motel stays rose to 5% on January 1, 2025, and the City of New Orleans lists a combined 15% hotel/motel rate for properties with 10 or more rooms and 17% for nine or fewer, plus a per-night occupancy privilege tax. Many local authorities add their own taxes, and we could not verify a rate for any other city. The calculator below applies only those verified rates, so treat its total as a floor.
Where to stay in Louisiana
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Which destination to choose
| Destination | Best for | Trade-off | Read more |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | Museums, music and the RTA | Layered lodging taxes | New Orleans guide |
| Natchitoches | History and holiday lights | 2026 festival dates unconfirmed | Natchitoches guide |
| Atchafalaya Basin | Wetland scenery | Tour details not verified | Atchafalaya Basin guide |
| Baton Rouge | A Capitol visit | Few verified details | Baton Rouge guide |
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New Orleans hotel-tax calculator (combined rate, 10 or more rooms)
This calculator applies the City of New Orleans' combined 15% hotel/motel rate for properties with 10 or more rooms, as read October 20, 2026. Properties with nine or fewer rooms are listed at 17%, and stays outside Orleans and Jefferson parishes are subject to the state's 5% lodging sales tax plus any local taxes, so do not use this calculator for them. It does not include New Orleans' per-night occupancy privilege tax, the 1.75% some tourism-organization members collect, resort fees or parking, so your actual total will be higher. Ask your hotel for its all-in rate.
Booking notes
- Transport: see the transportation guide.
- Taxes: the New Orleans rates are from the City's own page; the state figures come from the Department of Revenue via a search summary.
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Frequently asked questions
Which destination should I stay in?
The one nearest your main activity; see the cities and regions guide for trade-offs.
How are hotel taxes described in Louisiana?
The state sales tax on lodging is 5% from January 1, 2025, New Orleans lists a combined 15% or 17% rate by property size, and other local taxes may apply.
When should I book a hotel?
We have no verified price-by-month data; book early for the seasons you plan around.
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Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 20, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- Orleans Parish Sales Tax Rate — City of New Orleans
- State sales tax rate for sleeping rooms and similar accommodations — Louisiana Department of Revenue
- FTC Endorsement Guides: What people are asking — U.S. Federal Trade Commission
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