Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)
The Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), also known as a room tax or bed tax, is authorized under State Revenue and Taxation Code Section 7280, as tax revenue to local government. This tax is levied in the City of Saratoga at a rate of 10% for accommodations at lodging facilities. Any person renting a hotel/motel room in the City of Saratoga must pay the tax on the total amount paid for the room directly to the hotel/motel (operator) and the operator will remit the taxes to the City.
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Exemptions Summary Form (PDF)
Download the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) exemption summary form.
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Government Agency Exemption Claim Form (PDF)
View the Government Agency Exemption Claim form for Transient Occupancy Tax.
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Hotel / Motel Operator’s TOT
Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), also known as a room tax or bed tax, is authorized under State Revenue and Taxation Code Section 7280, as tax revenue to local government and regulated within the City of Saratoga in accordance with Saratoga Municipal Code Article 5-25.
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Municipal Code Article 5-25
View the Saratoga Code of Ordinances.
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Over 30 Consecutive Day Exemption Claim Form (PDF)
Download the Transient Occupancy Tax exemption claim form for rentals over 30 consecutive days.
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TOT Tax Return (PDF)
Submit the tax return form for Transient Occupancy Tax.