The Montana Department of Revenue's lodging guide says two taxes apply to overnight lodging, a 4% Lodging Facility Use Tax and a 4% Lodging Sales Tax, for a combined 8%, with units rented 30 continuous days or more to the same purchaser exempt. It adds that certain communities may levy their own resort tax and that some cities charge a separate tourism business improvement district fee, and we verified none for a specific town. A search summary described the guide as a 2019 revision, so confirm current rates. The calculator below applies the 8%, so treat its total as a floor.
Where to stay in Montana
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Which destination to choose
| Destination | Best for | Trade-off | Read more |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glacier National Park | Mountain scenery | Seasonal road and pass rules | Glacier guide |
| Bozeman | A base near Big Sky and Yellowstone Country | No verified details | Bozeman guide |
| Missoula | A western Montana city | No verified details | Missoula guide |
| Big Sky | A mountain resort area | Possible resort tax not verified | Big Sky guide |
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Montana hotel-tax calculator (state 4% + 4%)
This calculator applies Montana's 4% Lodging Facility Use Tax and 4% Lodging Sales Tax, as read in the Department of Revenue's lodging guide on October 20, 2026. It does not include any local resort tax, tourism business improvement district fee, resort or service fees or parking, so your actual total may be higher. It does not apply to stays of 30 continuous days or more. Ask your hotel for its all-in rate.
Booking notes
- Transport: see the transportation guide.
- Taxes: the 8% was read directly in the Department of Revenue's guide; confirm for local add-ons.
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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.
What is Montana's lodging tax?
A combined 8%: a 4% lodging facility use tax and a 4% lodging sales tax; some communities add a resort tax.
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.
- Lodging Facility Sales and Use Tax Guide — Montana Department of Revenue
- FTC Endorsement Guides: What people are asking — U.S. Federal Trade Commission
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