Is Airbnb Double Tax Hell Killing Your Hotel’s Conversion?
Almost 50% of resorts risk paying duplicate taxes on Airbnb bookings—are you at risk?
In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, maximizing bookings while minimizing unnecessary costs is critical. Yet, an all-too-common issue is wreaking havoc on hotels’ bottom lines: duplicate tax payments on Airbnb bookings. If your resort is affected, you’re not just losing revenue—you’re losing guests to competitors who offer lower, tax-adjusted prices.
But there’s a solution.
Jetstream Tax Mapping (JTM): The Game-Changer Your Hotel Needs
Our proprietary Jetstream Tax Mapping (JTM) technology is a breakthrough for hotels and resorts. It ensures you avoid paying lodging taxes twice by automatically aligning Airbnb-specific rate plans from your PMS/CRS (e.g., SynXis). This innovation reduces guest prices, boosts conversion rates, and gives participating resorts a distinct competitive edge.
Why Double Taxation is a Silent Killer for Hotels
“The guest loses, the hotel loses, the government gets paid twice, and they don’t notice and they don’t care”
In the past, hotels were solely responsible for remitting lodging taxes (typically 10%). But with the rise of Airbnb and similar platforms—now commanding 15% of the U.S. accommodation market—many jurisdictions mandate Airbnb to collect and remit taxes directly to the government.
This creates a massive problem for resorts. Without a way to segment Airbnb bookings, taxes are paid twice: once by Airbnb at booking and again by the hotel.
The fallout:
- Higher guest prices: Duplicate taxes inflate the cost, discouraging potential guests.
- Lost bookings: Price-sensitive travelers turn to competitors.
- Operational headaches: Accounting teams struggle to untangle the complexity, wasting valuable time and resources.
For large operators, this isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s revenue-draining.
How JTM Solves the Problem
Starting in mid-2025, Jetstream’s Tax Mapping (JTM) technology makes double taxation a thing of the past:
- Tax Simplification: Automatically allocates Airbnb-specific rate plans from SynXis-connected partners to reflect tax remittance at the source.
- Lower Guest Rates: Guests no longer see inflated rates caused by double taxation, increasing conversion and market share.
- No Operational Overload: Seamlessly integrates with your PMS/CRS, requiring no extra work for your front desk, reservations, or accounting teams.
The result? Hotels maintain the same revenue while lowering rates for guests—a win-win.
Beyond Tax Mapping: Jetstream’s Synchronous Mapping (JSM)
Jetstream’s innovative tools don’t stop at tax mapping. With Synchronous Mapping (JSM), hotels can offer diverse rate plans—such as length-of-stay discounts, advance purchase offers, and non-refundable rates—without falling into the double tax trap.
This dual advantage empowers resorts to create more attractive promotions and unlock additional revenue streams, all while staying compliant.
The Competitive Edge: Market Share Growth
When you eliminate unnecessary costs, you gain pricing power—and that means taking market share from competitors.
“With Jetstream’s new JTM feature, we’ve seen a substantial jump in Airbnb bookings and market share,” says Duane from Blackcomb Springs Suites.
Nothing feels better than outmaneuvering the competition, and Jetstream Tax Mapping is your ticket to making it happen.
Join the 2025 Jetstream Partner Program
Jetstream is now accepting a limited number of partners for 2025. Early adopters will receive:
- Exclusive Destination Access: Initial partners get a 90-day exclusivity in their region.
- Priority Support: Dedicated onboarding and integration assistance.
Spaces are limited to just 6 resorts per state/province. Don’t miss your chance to revolutionize your Airbnb bookings strategy and grow your revenue.
