GST on Hotel accommodation – OnlineTaxUpdate

GST on hotels slashed, but bills remain the same-here’s why

byAdmin02/10/202502/10/2025

Travellers who thought their hotel bills would be lighter on their pockets after September 22 have come in for a bit of a shock. Despite the recent GST rate reduction on hotel rooms, travellers report little to no decrease in their bills.

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Hotel accommodation with meals above Rs 7,500 to attract 18% GST: WB AAR

byAdmin02/09/202502/09/2025

The West Bengal Authority for Advance Ruling (AAR) has clarified that hotel accommodation bundled with meal plans will attract 18% GST if the combined value of services exceeds Rs 7,500 per room per day, regardless of whether food and lodging charges are shown separately in invoices.