Davos

As of May 2026, Davos, St. Moritz, Klosters have 1,336 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Davos generates CHF27K per year. High-performing properties earn CHF71K/year, while low-performing properties earn CHF17K/year. The massive earnings gap suggests a bifurcated market where top-tier assets capture disproportionate value, leaving limited revenue potential for standard inventory despite the 11% contraction in total supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Davos. Average annual revenue is CHF27K with 35% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CHF71K/year. Consistent 35% occupancy amidst a shrinking supply pool indicates that revenue growth relies heavily on capturing premium demand segments rather than broad-based volume.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Davos is 35%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CHF284, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CHF55 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Davos, with annual revenue of CHF56K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Davos market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Davos area. Davos: Moderate. Registration required, cantonal tourism tax collection mandatory. Graubünden canton allows STRs but municipalities can restrict. Moderate enforcement through tax compliance checks. St. Moritz: Moderate. Registration and tourist tax required. Second homes face rental restrictions under federal law. Enforcement focuses on tax collection and illegal hotel operations rather than individual hosts. Klosters: Moderate. Similar to Davos - registration and tourism tax mandatory. Part of Graubünden regulations. Light enforcement, primarily tax-focused rather than operational restrictions. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Davos Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 1%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The stability in revenue despite lower inventory points to a market consolidation where remaining operators benefit from reduced competition.

Launch around October, 2-3 months before peak winter season (January peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 64% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-June) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Davos listings include: Kitchen (81%), Tv (79%), Balcony (71%), Heating (66%), Washing Machine (64%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Internet, Washing Machine, Ski In Out, with Internet properties earning approximately 29% more (CHF55K/year vs CHF43K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Davos over the last 12 months: May: CHF720, June: CHF668, July: CHF1K, August: CHF1K, September: CHF853, October: CHF784, November: CHF778, December: CHF3K, January: CHF5K, February: CHF3K, March: CHF2K, April: CHF859. 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 Davos is CHF284, up 27% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CHF203/night, 2-bedroom properties average CHF287/night, 3-bedroom properties average CHF372/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CHF666/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in June.

Guests in Davos book an average of 38 days in advance, down 16% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 35 days, 2-bedroom: 39 days, 3-bedroom: 40 days, 4+ bedroom: 45 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, supply declined 11%, revenue per listing increased 1%, occupancy fell 14%, average nightly rates increased 27%, and lead time decreased 16%. These shifts reveal a transition toward shorter-notice, high-rate bookings, suggesting that investors are trading volume for higher yields in a more volatile booking environment.

In Davos, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 12% higher occupancy than weekdays.