Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California

I’ve been staying at an “extended stay” type hotel in Santa Clara, CA for over six months, continuously. After 30 days, they gave me a monthly rate and stopped charging me certain taxes. I believe I am therefore classified a tenant, not a guest.

On July 1, they raised the rate by 40% in one go.

My questions:

- Is there a limit on rent increases for long term hotel guests (tenants) in California?

- Does the California Tenant Protection Act apply in my case?

- Do I have any recourse?


Asked on 7/13/22, 2:55 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

1. There is a limit only if they legally are tenants not hotel guests.

2. it depends. Generally by staying for more than 30 days and not charging you hotel occupancy tax you are probably a tenant, but there are some loopholes depending on the specific features of the property. Much more detail would be needed to make a determiniation.

3. See #2.

I suggest you locate a tenants rights non-profit in your local area to consult.

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Answered on 7/14/22, 11:54 am


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