Puntarenas Province North

As of May 2026, Jacó, Puntarenas, Monteverde have 2,784 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Puntarenas Province North generates CRC14.4M per year. High-performing properties earn CRC57.8M/year, while low-performing properties earn CRC4.7M/year. The extreme variance between top and bottom performers suggests that market success is driven by specific asset positioning rather than broad market trends, especially as aggregate revenue faces downward pressure.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Puntarenas Province North. Average annual revenue is CRC14.4M with 27% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CRC57.8M/year. The gap between average and high performers indicates that while baseline profitability is compressed, specific properties are still capturing significant demand despite a contraction in total supply.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Puntarenas Province North is 27%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CRC138K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CRC31K per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Puntarenas Province North, with annual revenue of CRC41.0M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Puntarenas Province North market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Puntarenas Province North area. Jacó: Lenient. No specific STR permits required beyond business license. Tourism zone with minimal restrictions. Light enforcement, operates freely. Puntarenas: Lenient. Basic tourism registration recommended but rarely enforced. No occupancy rules or caps. Minimal oversight in practice. Monteverde: Lenient. Municipal permit technically required but enforcement very light. No density limits or owner-occupancy rules. Most hosts operate informally without issues. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Puntarenas Province North Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 17%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This simultaneous contraction suggests that the market is recalibrating to lower demand levels rather than experiencing a supply-driven surplus.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -99% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-October) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Puntarenas Province North listings include: Kitchen (94%), Air Conditioning (80%), Balcony (72%), Tv (66%), Pool (57%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Air Conditioning, Hot Tub, with Pool properties earning approximately 130% more (CRC36.2M/year vs CRC15.7M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Puntarenas Province North over the last 12 months: May: CRC628K, June: CRC553K, July: CRC844K, August: CRC599K, September: CRC339K, October: CRC321K, November: CRC753K, December: CRC1.5M, January: CRC1.6M, February: CRC1.3M, March: CRC1.6M, April: CRC1.4M. 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 Puntarenas Province North is CRC138K, up 0% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CRC71K/night, 2-bedroom properties average CRC102K/night, 3-bedroom properties average CRC194K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CRC419K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in October.

Guests in Puntarenas Province North book an average of 33 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 34 days, 4+ bedroom: 38 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Puntarenas Province North Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing decreased 17%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates increased 0%, and lead time decreased 19%. These indicators point to a shift toward shorter booking windows and reduced market velocity, reflecting a tightening consumer environment.

In Puntarenas Province North, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Thursday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 16% higher occupancy than weekdays.