St Moritz

As of May 2026, St. Moritz, Davos, Pontresina, Livigno have 1,345 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 12% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in St Moritz generates CHF23K per year. High-performing properties earn CHF54K/year, while low-performing properties earn CHF12K/year. This significant performance spread suggests that revenue potential is highly polarized, with top-tier assets capturing substantially more value than the market median despite a contraction in overall supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in St Moritz. Average annual revenue is CHF23K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CHF54K/year. The gap between average and high-performing revenue indicates that market success is heavily skewed toward specific segments, even as the broader market experiences a year-over-year revenue decline.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in St Moritz is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CHF252, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CHF44 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in St Moritz, with annual revenue of CHF41K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the St Moritz market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the St Moritz area. St. Moritz: Strict. Second homes rental ban (Lex Weber), strict permits required, primary residence enforcement. Active prosecution, heavy fines up to CHF 1M. Davos: Strict. Second home rental restrictions, municipal approval needed. Active enforcement with regular inspections and penalties. Pontresina: Strict. Second home limitations, rental permits mandatory. Enforced through cantonal oversight and neighbor complaints. Livigno: Lenient. Basic registration with comune, tax compliance. Light enforcement, many operate informally in tourist zone. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The St Moritz Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 12% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The concurrent drop in both supply and revenue suggests a cooling period where market participation is shrinking alongside diminished yield potential.

Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 50% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-November) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in St Moritz listings include: Washing Machine (82%), Kitchen (81%), Tv (60%), Balcony (56%), Elevator (46%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Ski In Out, Internet, with Heating properties earning approximately 34% more (CHF41K/year vs CHF31K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in St Moritz over the last 12 months: May: CHF643, June: CHF733, July: CHF1K, August: CHF1K, September: CHF916, October: CHF1K, November: CHF603, December: CHF2K, January: CHF2K, February: CHF3K, March: CHF2K, April: CHF833. 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 St Moritz is CHF252, up 29% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CHF175/night, 2-bedroom properties average CHF263/night, 3-bedroom properties average CHF396/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CHF516/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in St Moritz book an average of 41 days in advance, down 16% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 41 days, 2-bedroom: 40 days, 3-bedroom: 42 days, 4+ bedroom: 46 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the St Moritz Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 12%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 17%, average nightly rates increased 29%, and lead time decreased 16%. These metrics point to a shift toward shorter-notice bookings at higher price points, forcing hosts to navigate a more volatile and compressed seasonal demand cycle.

In St Moritz, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 10% higher occupancy than weekdays.