Perez Zeledon

As of May 2026, San Isidro de El General, Dominical have 1,070 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Perez Zeledon generates CRC7.8M per year. High-performing properties earn CRC36.2M/year, while low-performing properties earn CRC2.0M/year. The massive earnings gap suggests that market success is heavily skewed toward a small segment of listings capable of capturing significant premium value despite a contraction in overall supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Perez Zeledon. Average annual revenue is CRC7.8M with 21% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CRC36.2M/year. This variance indicates that profitability in this region is highly dependent on specific asset positioning rather than broad market demand, as occupancy remains modest across the board.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Perez Zeledon is 21%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CRC123K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CRC17K per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Perez Zeledon, with annual revenue of CRC27.2M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Perez Zeledon market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Perez Zeledon area. San Isidro de El General: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations or permits required at municipal level. Costa Rica national tourism law exists but rarely enforced for small operators. Most hosts operate without formal registration. Minimal enforcement. Dominical: Lenient. No municipal STR regulations. Part of Osa canton with minimal oversight. Hosts typically operate without permits or licenses. Costa Rica's tourism board registration rarely enforced for vacation rentals. Very light enforcement. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Perez Zeledon Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 12%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous decline in both supply and revenue suggests that operators are facing a softening demand environment that is currently recalibrating in tandem with inventory levels.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -67% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-October) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Perez Zeledon listings include: Kitchen (97%), Washing Machine (82%), Air Conditioning (78%), Tv (76%), Pool (69%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Air Conditioning, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 212% more (CRC32.5M/year vs CRC10.4M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Perez Zeledon over the last 12 months: May: CRC307K, June: CRC329K, July: CRC435K, August: CRC376K, September: CRC268K, October: CRC233K, November: CRC395K, December: CRC741K, January: CRC675K, February: CRC706K, March: CRC877K, April: CRC687K. 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 Perez Zeledon is CRC123K, up 18% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CRC55K/night, 2-bedroom properties average CRC84K/night, 3-bedroom properties average CRC144K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CRC368K/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in May.

Guests in Perez Zeledon book an average of 32 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Perez Zeledon Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 6%, revenue per listing decreased 12%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 18%, and lead time decreased 21%. These shifts show that while hosts are pushing higher rates, the resulting compression in lead times and occupancy highlights a challenging booking environment.

In Perez Zeledon, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Monday and are lowest on Saturday. Weekends show 14% higher occupancy than weekdays.