Lausanne

As of May 2026, Lausanne, Montreux, Geneva have 913 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 31% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Lausanne generates CHF23K per year. High-performing properties earn CHF51K/year, while low-performing properties earn CHF9K/year. This wide earnings variance suggests that market success is heavily skewed toward top-tier listings, likely driven by significant differences in operational positioning despite the overall contraction in total supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Lausanne. Average annual revenue is CHF23K with 38% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CHF51K/year. The delta between average and high performance indicates that while baseline occupancy is modest, operators who capture peak demand segments can double the typical revenue output.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Lausanne is 38%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CHF182, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CHF38 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Lausanne, with annual revenue of CHF51K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Lausanne market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Lausanne area. Lausanne: Strict. Authorization required, primary residence rule enforced, max 90 days/year for secondary homes. Active enforcement with inspections and fines. Geneva: Strict. Permit mandatory, primary residence only, max 90 days/year. Very active enforcement, heavy fines, illegal listings removed. Montreux: Moderate. Registration required, fewer restrictions than other Swiss cities. Moderate enforcement, some tolerance for tourist areas. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Lausanne Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 31% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 1%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The sharp reduction in listings suggests a thinning of less competitive inventory, which provides a stabilizing effect on the revenue potential for remaining active hosts.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak fall season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -33% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Lausanne listings include: Kitchen (98%), Heating (89%), Tv (81%), Washing Machine (67%), Balcony (51%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, with Pool properties earning approximately 114% more (CHF80K/year vs CHF37K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Lausanne over the last 12 months: May: CHF1K, June: CHF1K, July: CHF1K, August: CHF1K, September: CHF1K, October: CHF1K, November: CHF1K, December: CHF1K, January: CHF800, February: CHF841, March: CHF1K, April: CHF2K. 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 Lausanne is CHF182, up 34% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CHF131/night, 2-bedroom properties average CHF223/night, 3-bedroom properties average CHF324/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CHF551/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Lausanne book an average of 31 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 34 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 31 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Lausanne Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 31%, revenue per listing increased 1%, occupancy fell 4%, average nightly rates increased 34%, and lead time decreased 24%. These shifts reflect a pivot toward higher-rate, shorter-notice bookings, signaling that the market is currently favoring yield over volume.

In Lausanne, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 5% higher occupancy than weekdays.