Beijing

As of May 2026, Beijing, Tianjin, Langfang have 14 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 84% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Beijing generates ¥5K per year. High-performing properties earn ¥58K/year, while low-performing properties earn ¥15.799/year. The massive revenue variance suggests a market where only a tiny fraction of listings capture meaningful demand, highlighting extreme performance polarization amidst a sharp contraction in overall inventory.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Beijing. Average annual revenue is ¥5K with 1% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to ¥58K/year. This disparity indicates that profitability is highly non-linear, as the vast majority of hosts struggle with near-zero utilization while select units maintain outlier performance.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Beijing is 1%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of ¥74, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of ¥3 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Beijing, with annual revenue of ¥23K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Beijing market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Beijing area. Beijing: Strict. Registration required, most residential areas prohibit STRs, heavy restrictions in historic districts. Active enforcement with penalties and platform monitoring. Tianjin: Strict. Registration mandatory, residential STRs largely restricted, tight controls near sensitive areas. Moderate-to-active enforcement through inspections. Langfang: Moderate. Registration required, follows Hebei province rules, some residential restrictions. Enforcement varies by district, less consistent than Beijing. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Beijing Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 84% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 99%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized collapse of both inventory and revenue suggests a market-wide correction rather than shifting consumer preferences.

Launch around August, 2-3 months before peak fall season (November peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 100% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-October) when gaining traction is harder.

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Beijing over the last 12 months: November: ¥662, December: ¥551, January: ¥0, February: ¥0, March: ¥0, April: ¥0, May: ¥0, June: ¥0, July: ¥0, August: ¥0, September: ¥0, October: ¥0. 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 Beijing is ¥74, down 95% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average ¥73/night, 4+ bedroom properties average ¥8/night. Rates peak in November and are lowest in December.

Guests in Beijing book an average of 20 days in advance, down 87% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 20 days, 4+ bedroom: 0 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Beijing Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 84%, revenue per listing decreased 99%, occupancy fell 98%, average nightly rates decreased 95%, and lead time decreased 87%. These broad-based declines reflect a severe erosion of market activity, signaling minimal consumer interest across the board.

In Beijing, Monday sees the highest booking demand while Friday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Monday and are lowest on Friday. Weekends show 30% lower occupancy than weekdays.