Bed tax

How it is used

Used on lodging quotations and bills; terminology and calculation vary between jurisdictions.

Example sentences

1. The quotation lists the bed tax separately so the guest can see the full nightly cost.

   A separate tax line distinguishes the levy from the hotel's room price.

2. The receptionist checked the local bed tax rules before correcting the invoice.

   The calculation follows the applicable local rules rather than a universal hotel formula.

Common collocations

• bed tax charge
• bed tax calculation

Related terms

• invoiceAn official document that lists goods or services with their prices and taxes, and asks a company or person to pay or records the payment.
• room rateThe price a hotel charges for a room for one night, which can change with the season, room type and booking channel.

More terms: Check-in & Check-out

• check in
• check out
• bill
• late check-out
• registration card
• pre-authorization
• incidentals
• settle the bill
• early check-in
• receipt
• wristband
• welcome drink