Q: If I have been a guest in the same hotel room for 3 years am I supposed to be charged taxes in San Diego county
A:
In San Diego County, as with the rest of California, hotel occupancy taxes, often referred to as transient occupancy taxes (TOT), are typically charged to guests who occupy a room in a hotel, inn, or other lodging for a period of 30 days or less.
However, if you've been a continuous guest for more than 30 days, you are generally considered a resident and not a "transient" for purposes of the TOT. Consequently, you should not be charged the transient occupancy tax after the first 30 days of continuous occupancy.
It's important to review your hotel bills and speak directly with the hotel management if you believe you've been incorrectly charged. If the issue isn't resolved, you might consider consulting with a local attorney familiar with San Diego County's specific regulations and seeking any potential remedies.
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