StovitaTourist tax in Saanen (Gstaad): what holiday rentals pay in 2026
How much is the tourist tax in Saanen?
| Valid | Model | Adults / Children | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| from January 1, 2026 | per person per night | up to 5: exempt · 6 to 12: CHF 2.90 · 13 and older: CHF 5.80 | Gstaad, Saanen, Schönried, Saanenmöser, Grund, Turbach: CHF 5.80. Abländschen: CHF 3.00 (children CHF 1.50) — enter the rate manually for Abländschen. |
Cantonal levy
- Canton of Bern accommodation levy: up to 15 exempt, 16 and older CHF 1.00 (paid by the host, not on the guest’s bill)
How do I settle the tourist tax in Saanen?
The municipality sets the settlement; ask them or the tourist office.
Airbnb does not collect the tourist tax in the canton of Bern: you collect it yourself or pay the flat rate.
Collector: Gstaad Saanenland Tourism. Instead of paying per night, you can choose an annual flat rate of CHF 261 per room; the regulations do not make clear whether rented apartments are eligible, so Stovita calculates per night.
Taken from a public source, not yet verified by Stovita.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is the tourist tax in Saanen?
Adults: CHF 5.80 per person per night
Do children pay tourist tax in Saanen?
up to 5: exempt, 6 to 12: CHF 2.90
Does Airbnb collect the tourist tax in Saanen?
Airbnb does not collect the tourist tax in the canton of Bern: you collect it yourself or pay the flat rate.
Sources
A short summary, not legal advice. The linked official source and your municipality’s rules prevail.