Copenhagen

As of May 2026, Copenhagen, Malmö, Helsingør have 4,718 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 25% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Copenhagen generates kr255K per year. High-performing properties earn kr732K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr108K/year. The stark revenue gap suggests significant stratification, where a shrinking supply pool increasingly concentrates earnings among top-tier assets while underperformers struggle to capture demand.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Copenhagen. Average annual revenue is kr255K with 50% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr732K/year. Despite a 25% drop in total supply, revenue per unit has faced downward pressure, highlighting a market where existing operators must navigate compressed margins despite less direct competition.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Copenhagen is 50%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr392 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Copenhagen, with annual revenue of kr441K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Copenhagen market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Copenhagen area. Copenhagen: Strict. Max 70 days/year for entire home unless commercial permit. Registration required. Active enforcement with fines and platform cooperation. Malmö: Moderate. Max 90 days/year for entire home, owner must be registered resident. Registration required. Enforcement exists but less aggressive than Copenhagen. Helsingør: Moderate. Follows Danish 70-day rule for entire home. Registration required. Smaller city with lighter enforcement than Copenhagen but rules apply. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Copenhagen Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 25% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 7%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This contraction suggests that the market is shedding less efficient listings, effectively recalibrating supply to align with current, more tepid demand levels.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -59% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Copenhagen listings include: Kitchen (96%), Tv (83%), Heating (77%), Washing Machine (74%), Parking (58%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Tv, Washing Machine, Pets Allowed, with Tv properties earning approximately 30% more (kr442K/year vs kr339K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Copenhagen over the last 12 months: May: kr13K, June: kr14K, July: kr14K, August: kr16K, September: kr14K, October: kr12K, November: kr10K, December: kr15K, January: kr7K, February: kr6K, March: kr9K, April: kr13K. 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 Copenhagen is kr2K, up 35% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 2-bedroom properties average kr2K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kr3K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kr4K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Copenhagen book an average of 42 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 39 days, 2-bedroom: 44 days, 3-bedroom: 47 days, 4+ bedroom: 47 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Copenhagen Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 25%, revenue per listing decreased 7%, occupancy fell 2%, average nightly rates increased 35%, and lead time decreased 20%. These shifts reflect a move toward shorter-term, opportunistic booking patterns, forcing hosts to manage higher volatility despite reduced inventory competition.

In Copenhagen, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 9% higher occupancy than weekdays.