Bern

As of May 2026, Bern, Interlaken, Thun have 1,190 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bern generates CHF18K per year. High-performing properties earn CHF41K/year, while low-performing properties earn CHF8K/year. The stark revenue variance suggests that top-tier assets capture significantly larger market shares despite a 13% contraction in overall supply, pointing to a bifurcated market where demand concentrates heavily in select listings.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bern. Average annual revenue is CHF18K with 38% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CHF41K/year. With supply shrinking by 13% while occupancy remains moderate, the data indicates that profitability is increasingly tied to the ability of top listings to maintain higher utilization rates amidst a consolidating inventory.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bern is 38%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CHF144, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CHF32 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bern, with annual revenue of CHF37K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bern market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bern area. Bern: Moderate. Registration required, no specific STR law but general rental regulations apply. Enforcement exists but not aggressive. Interlaken: Moderate. Tourism-focused area with permit requirements, zoning rules apply. Enforcement present due to housing concerns but many operate. Thun: Lenient. Basic registration needed, follows cantonal rules. Light enforcement, relatively permissive given lower tourism pressure than Interlaken. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bern Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 7%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This equilibrium suggests that the market is adjusting to lower demand levels by shedding inventory, preventing a more severe erosion of per-unit revenue performance.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak fall season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -48% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bern listings include: Kitchen (96%), Heating (87%), Tv (71%), Washing Machine (67%), Parking (46%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Lake Access, Tv, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 22% more (CHF37K/year vs CHF30K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bern over the last 12 months: May: CHF922, June: CHF1K, July: CHF1K, August: CHF1K, September: CHF1K, October: CHF1K, November: CHF859, December: CHF1K, January: CHF720, February: CHF673, March: CHF749, April: CHF1K. 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 Bern is CHF144, up 34% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CHF122/night, 2-bedroom properties average CHF163/night, 3-bedroom properties average CHF205/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CHF325/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Bern book an average of 32 days in advance, down 22% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 31 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 37 days, 4+ bedroom: 35 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, supply declined 13%, revenue per listing decreased 7%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 34%, and lead time decreased 22%. The combination of higher rates and lower occupancy suggests a shift toward shorter, higher-priced bookings, reflecting a market that is becoming more reactive and sensitive to immediate travel demand.

In Bern, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 6% higher occupancy than weekdays.