Shkodër

As of June 2026, Shkodër has 975 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Shkodër generates ALL401K per year. High-performing properties earn ALL2.2M/year, while low-performing properties earn ALL104K/year. Supply growth of 9.3% YoY combined with declining revenue signals intensifying competition despite flat long-term trends. The 21x performance gap between high and low earners indicates a bifurcated market where differentiation significantly impacts viability.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Shkodër. Average annual revenue is ALL401K with 15% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to ALL2.2M/year. Supply growth of 9.3% YoY outpaces flat revenue, indicating intensifying competition. The 5.4x gap between high and average performers suggests significant variance in execution, pointing to a market where differentiation increasingly determines viability.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Shkodër is 15%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of ALL8K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of ALL919 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Shkodër, with annual revenue of ALL2.1M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Shkodër market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Shkodër area. I don't have reliable current information about short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality specific to Shkodër, Albania. Albania's STR regulatory framework is still developing at the national level, and local enforcement data for Shkodër is not readily available in my sources. I recommend contacting Shkodër municipality directly or consulting with local property management companies for accurate, current requirements and actual enforcement practices. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Shkodër Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing increasingly competitive conditions. Supply has grown 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 1%. This indicates growing competition requiring strong operations. The wide gap between average revenue ($400k) and top performers ($2.1M) suggests market bifurcation, where differentiation is driving disproportionate returns amid modest 15% occupancy rates.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 81% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Shkodër listings include: Kitchen (97%), Air Conditioning (97%), Tv (94%), Washing Machine (88%), Heating (67%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Internet, Washing Machine, Heating, with Internet properties earning approximately 3881% more (ALL38.1M/year vs ALL958K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Shkodër over the last 12 months: May: ALL26K, June: ALL45K, July: ALL65K, August: ALL82K, September: ALL43K, October: ALL19K, November: ALL10K, December: ALL10K, January: ALL7K, February: ALL4K, March: ALL8K, April: ALL19K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Shkodër is ALL8K, up 21% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average ALL5K/night, 2-bedroom properties average ALL6K/night, 3-bedroom properties average ALL16K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average ALL28K/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in March.

Guests in Shkodër book an average of 26 days in advance, down 15% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 22 days, 2-bedroom: 25 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 49 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Shkodër Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 9%, revenue per listing decreased 1%, occupancy fell 4%, average nightly rates increased 21%, and lead time decreased 15%. The combination of rising supply, falling occupancy, and shortened booking windows signals intensifying competition despite higher nightly rates, while the substantial gap between average and top-performing listings suggests highly uneven market performance.

In Shkodër, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 8% higher occupancy than weekdays.