Burgas

As of May 2026, Burgas, Sunny Beach, Sozopol, Nessebar have 1,603 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Burgas generates BGN10K per year. High-performing properties earn BGN29K/year, while low-performing properties earn BGN4K/year. This wide disparity suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in a top tier, highlighting significant variance in asset desirability and operational execution within a contracting market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Burgas. Average annual revenue is BGN10K with 22% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to BGN29K/year. The performance gap indicates that while the broader market reflects lower utilization, top-quartile assets effectively capture demand, indicating that high-earners are navigating the 21% revenue decline more successfully than the average.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Burgas is 22%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of BGN151, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of BGN17 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Burgas, with annual revenue of BGN22K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Burgas market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Burgas area. Burgas: Lenient. Registration with municipality and tax ID required. No occupancy rules or caps. Minimal enforcement; many operate informally. Sunny Beach: Lenient. Tourist area with minimal restrictions. Registration recommended but rarely checked. Very light enforcement; widespread informal rentals. Sozopol: Lenient. Basic registration and categorization required for tourist accommodations. No caps. Light enforcement in practice. Nessebar: Lenient. Registration needed, heritage site rules apply. No rental-specific caps. Enforcement minimal; tourism focus allows flexible operation. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Burgas Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 21%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in both supply and revenue suggests a period of market adjustment where the exit of some listings is failing to fully offset the downward pressure on overall yield.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 58% 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 Burgas listings include: Air Conditioning (98%), Kitchen (96%), Tv (95%), Washing Machine (77%), Heating (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Hot Tub, Pool, with Bbq properties earning approximately 77% more (BGN43K/year vs BGN24K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Burgas over the last 12 months: May: BGN286, June: BGN744, July: BGN1K, August: BGN2K, September: BGN709, October: BGN233, November: BGN203, December: BGN289, January: BGN136, February: BGN121, March: BGN198, April: BGN250. 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 Burgas is BGN151, up 24% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average BGN126/night, 2-bedroom properties average BGN173/night, 3-bedroom properties average BGN276/night, 4+ bedroom properties average BGN441/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Burgas book an average of 21 days in advance, down 31% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 19 days, 2-bedroom: 23 days, 3-bedroom: 28 days, 4+ bedroom: 32 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Burgas Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 13%, revenue per listing decreased 21%, occupancy fell 4%, average nightly rates increased 24%, and lead time decreased 31%. These metrics point to a shift toward shorter-term booking patterns and more aggressive pricing strategies despite a cooling environment.

In Burgas, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 13% higher occupancy than weekdays.