Resort Fee Calculator
See the full cost of a hotel stay after mandatory resort and amenity fees
Stay Details
Per night, per room, before fees
Per night, per room
e.g. F&B / spa credit
Tax Rates
Example rates; enter the rates for your destination
Fee Breakdown
Base Room Total
$796.00
$199/night × 4 nights × 1 room(s)
Resort Fees
$180.00
23% of base room total
Taxes on Rooms
$95.52
12.0% combined
Taxes on Resort Fees
$21.60
Only if your destination taxes them
Full Cost
Grand Total (fees taxed)
$1093.12
Grand Total (fees not taxed)
$1071.52
Full Cost per Room Night
$273.28
37% above base rate, fees taxed
What is a hotel resort fee and why is it charged?
A resort fee (also called a destination fee, property fee, or amenity fee) is a mandatory nightly charge on top of the base room rate. Guests pay it whether or not they use what it covers. Inclusions vary by hotel and can include Wi-Fi, pool access, a gym, in-room coffee or local calls.
US rules changed in 2025. The FTC's Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees took effect on 12 May 2025 and covers short-term lodging, including offers on third-party platforms and through travel agents. The price shown must be the total price with mandatory fees such as resort fees, displayed more prominently than other pricing. Taxes can be left out of that total, but they must be disclosed before payment. The rule does not ban or cap fees (FTC FAQ).
Other rules can apply too. New York City's hotel fee rule took effect on 21 February 2026 (summary from Akerman LLP). In the EU, consumers must be told the total price including taxes and additional charges, and this also applies to booking a hotel (Your Europe). Whatever the rules, check the final total before you confirm a booking.
Working out the cost of a resort fee
Resort fees vary by hotel and season, so use the amount shown for your dates. At a $199 base rate with a $45 nightly resort fee for 4 nights and 12% tax on both, the full cost is $273.28 per night, 37% above the base rate. If the fee is not taxed, it is $267.88 per night.
Some loyalty programs reduce or remove these fees. World of Hyatt waives them for Globalists on eligible rates and for members using Free Night Awards, with exceptions such as Hyatt Vacation Club properties. Hilton Honors charges none on reward stays booked with all points. Marriott Bonvoy leaves them to the member on most award stays, and Ambassador Elite members get a waiver at MGM Collection hotels. Premium card programs may include on-property credits, which are not fee waivers. Program terms checked October 2026; they change, so confirm them before you book.
For groups, resort fees are typically charged per room per night. A 20-room group with a $45 nightly fee for 3 nights pays an extra $2,700. Use the Group Booking Splitter to include these in your per-person cost estimate.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hotel resort fee?
A resort fee, also called a destination fee or amenity fee, is a mandatory nightly charge on top of the base room rate. Guests pay it whether or not they use the amenities it covers, which depend on the hotel.
Are hotel resort fees legal?
In the US, the FTC does not ban them. Since 12 May 2025, its Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees has required businesses offering short-term lodging, including online travel agencies, to show the total price with mandatory fees more prominently than other pricing. Taxes can be left out of that total but must be disclosed before payment. In the EU, consumers must be told the total price, including taxes and additional charges.
Are resort fees taxed?
It depends on local rules, so ask the local tax authority or the hotel. This calculator shows both outcomes, with the fee taxed and untaxed, so you can see the difference.
Can you avoid paying resort fees?
Sometimes, under a loyalty program's terms. World of Hyatt waives them for Globalists on eligible rates and for members using Free Night Awards, with exceptions. Hilton Honors charges none on reward stays booked with all points. Marriott Bonvoy leaves them to the member on most award stays; Ambassador Elite members get a waiver at MGM Collection hotels. Premium card programs may include on-property credits, which are not fee waivers. Check the current terms before you book.
How do I work out the full cost of a stay with resort fees?
Add the room charges and resort fees for all nights and rooms, then add tax on the room charges, and on the fees if your destination taxes them. Divide by room nights for the cost per night. This calculator does that for you.
General information only, not tax, legal or financial advice. Rates and rules change, so check them with the relevant authority, your employer or a qualified adviser before relying on them. Company names identify the companies described; hotels.tools is not affiliated with them.