Technology October 28, 2026 • 2 min read

Hotel GST Billing and Night Audit: How Software Keeps Accounts Accurate

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Related: Hotel Management Software
Hotel GST Billing and Night Audit: How Software Keeps Accounts Accurate

Hotel billing involves rooms, F&B, advances and corporate accounts. Software keeps GST invoices and daily audits accurate.

Key Takeaways

  • GST rates for hotel rooms and restaurants depend on tariffs and rules; configure with your CA.
  • Night audit closes the day, posts charges and reconciles payments.
  • Integration with Tally or accounting avoids duplicate entry.

Errors in hotel billing cause guest disputes, revenue leakage and compliance issues.

Billing features

  • Room charges posted automatically each night
  • F&B, laundry, spa charges to room
  • Advance deposits and refunds
  • Company (B2B) invoices with GSTIN
  • Split bills and transfers
  • Credit notes

GST configuration

GST on accommodation and restaurant services varies with tariff levels and conditions. Configure tax rules in your PMS with your Chartered Accountant and update them when rules change.

Night audit routine

  1. Post room and tax charges
  2. Verify arrivals, departures and no-shows
  3. Reconcile cash, card and UPI
  4. Check open folios
  5. Generate daily reports

City ledger

ItemPurpose
Corporate accountsCredit stays billed later
Travel agentsCommission and payments
AgeingTrack overdue receivables

Note: General information only; confirm GST rules with your CA.

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Related reading: Hotel PMS Features · Hotel Software Cost

Frequently Asked Questions

What is night audit in hotels?

A daily process to post charges, reconcile payments and close the business day in the PMS.

What GST applies to hotel rooms?

It depends on the room tariff and current GST rules; consult a tax professional.

Can hotel software integrate with Tally?

Yes, through exports or integrations that post sales and receipts.

What is a city ledger?

Accounts receivable for guests or companies billed on credit after checkout.

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