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Short-Term Rentals in East Honolulu, HI (2026)

6 verified short-term rentals rules for East Honolulu, Hawaii, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Permit Requirements

East Honolulu owners of bed and breakfast homes or transient vacation units must register with the Department of Planning and Permitting before renting to guests for under 180 consecutive days.

East Honolulu Short-Term Rental Registration

Heavy Restrictions

Noise Rules

Short-term rental operators in East Honolulu must ensure guests comply with Honolulu's prohibited noise ordinance, particularly during night hours in quiet coastal neighborhoods.

East Honolulu STR Noise Control

Some Restrictions

Taxes & Fees

East Honolulu short-term rental operators must collect and remit the 3% Oahu Transient Accommodations Tax on gross rental proceeds from stays under 180 consecutive days.

East Honolulu Transient Accommodations Tax

Some Restrictions

Parking Rules

East Honolulu short-term rentals must provide a DPP-approved on-site parking plan as part of registration, with adequate stalls for guest vehicles.

East Honolulu STR Parking Requirements

Some Restrictions

Occupancy Limits

East Honolulu short-term rentals must post maximum occupancy limits set in the DPP-registered floor plan, based on bedroom count and safety standards.

East Honolulu STR Occupancy Limits

Some Restrictions

Insurance Requirements

East Honolulu short-term rental operators must carry at least $1 million in commercial general liability insurance, with proof submitted to DPP at registration.

East Honolulu STR Insurance Requirements

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Honolulu County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement East Honolulu city rules.

Short-Term Rentals in Honolulu County