Larnaca

As of May 2026, Larnaca, Ayia Napa, Protaras have 1,703 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Larnaca generates €18K per year. High-performing properties earn €33K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. This significant performance gap highlights a bifurcated market where top-tier listings capture a disproportionate share of revenue despite stagnant overall supply and flat annual earnings.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Larnaca. Average annual revenue is €18K with 48% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €33K/year. The spread between average and high performance suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in a subset of properties rather than being uniformly distributed across the local inventory.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Larnaca is 48%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €95, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €34 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Larnaca, with annual revenue of €32K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Larnaca market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Larnaca area. Larnaca: Moderate. Tourism license required from Deputy Ministry of Tourism, property standards compliance needed. Registration enforced but monitoring limited. Ayia Napa: Moderate. Tourism license mandatory, zoning restrictions in residential areas. Enforcement inconsistent despite tourist volume. Protaras: Moderate. Tourism license required, property must meet safety standards. Light enforcement, many unlicensed rentals operate openly. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Larnaca Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 0%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The lack of volatility in both supply and revenue metrics reflects a period of market stability, suggesting that the current saturation level has reached a temporary equilibrium.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak fall season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 11% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Larnaca listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (97%), Tv (93%), Washing Machine (88%), Heating (75%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Gym, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Gym properties earning approximately 40% more (€30K/year vs €21K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Larnaca over the last 12 months: May: €872, June: €1K, July: €1K, August: €2K, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €1K, December: €865, January: €691, February: €742, March: €730, April: €895. 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 Larnaca is €95, up 12% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €69/night, 2-bedroom properties average €105/night, 3-bedroom properties average €176/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €317/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Larnaca book an average of 31 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 34 days, 3-bedroom: 36 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Larnaca Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 0%, revenue per listing decreased 0%, occupancy rose 6%, average nightly rates increased 12%, and lead time decreased 20%. These shifts indicate a tightening market environment where increased price elasticity and faster booking cycles are compensating for flat supply growth.

In Larnaca, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 11% higher occupancy than weekdays.