Hotels & Lodging in San Bernardino County, CA (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated San Bernardino County, California.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Transient Occupancy Tax

San Bernardino County imposes a 7 percent transient occupancy tax on stays of 30 days or fewer at hotels, motels, RV parks, and short-term rentals in unincorporated areas, including Big Bear and Joshua Tree.

7 Percent County Transient Tax

Some Restrictions

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Hotel Worker Retention

Unlike Los Angeles or Long Beach, San Bernardino County does not impose hotel worker retention or living-wage rules, leaving lodging employers to follow only state minimum wage and labor protections.

No County Hotel Worker Retention Law

Few Restrictions

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