Pilsen

As of June 2026, Pilsen, Prague, Karlovy Vary have 311 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Pilsen generates Kč338K per year. High-performing properties earn Kč727K/year, while low-performing properties earn Kč155K/year. Despite declining supply, revenue remains flat, suggesting demand is contracting faster than hosts are exiting—a sign of softening market conditions. The 2.1x gap between high and low performers indicates significant operational variance, though overall 36% occupancy reflects structural headwinds for the market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Pilsen. Average annual revenue is Kč338K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to Kč727K/year. Declining supply alongside flat revenue suggests tightening market conditions, while the significant gap between average and top performers indicates meaningful differentiation among listings despite modest overall occupancy rates.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Pilsen is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of Kč3K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of Kč662 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Pilsen, with annual revenue of Kč541K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Pilsen market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Pilsen area. Pilsen: Moderate. Registration required, business license needed, tourist tax collection mandatory. Enforcement increasing but inconsistent across districts. Prague: Moderate. Registration mandatory, business license required, tourist tax collection enforced. Growing enforcement with fines, but many unlicensed rentals still operate. Karlovy Vary: Moderate. Registration and business license required, tourist tax mandatory. Enforcement present but limited resources mean compliance varies significantly. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Pilsen Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 2%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The wide gap between average revenue ($338K) and top performers ($727K) suggests significant performance variance, reflecting a competitive market where differentiation drives returns despite modest occupancy at 36%.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -15% 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 Pilsen listings include: Kitchen (96%), Heating (88%), Tv (77%), Washing Machine (60%), Pets Allowed (55%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Sauna, Hot Tub, with Pool properties earning approximately 112% more (Kč936K/year vs Kč442K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Pilsen over the last 12 months: May: Kč20K, June: Kč20K, July: Kč23K, August: Kč23K, September: Kč19K, October: Kč21K, November: Kč18K, December: Kč22K, January: Kč15K, February: Kč17K, March: Kč18K, April: Kč26K. 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 Pilsen is Kč3K, up 26% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average Kč2K/night, 2-bedroom properties average Kč3K/night, 3-bedroom properties average Kč4K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average Kč6K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Pilsen book an average of 33 days in advance, down 16% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 31 days, 2-bedroom: 31 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 48 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Pilsen Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 4%, revenue per listing decreased 2%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 26%, and lead time decreased 16%. The 9% occupancy decline despite a 26% rate increase suggests hosts are pricing above market-clearing levels, while the wide gap between average ($338K) and high revenue ($727K) indicates significant performance stratification among properties.

In Pilsen, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 47% higher occupancy than weekdays.