El Alamein

As of May 2026, El Alamein, Alexandria, Marsa Matruh have 1,164 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in El Alamein generates EGP356K per year. High-performing properties earn EGP2.1M/year, while low-performing properties earn EGP177K/year. This massive revenue disparity suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to asset-specific appeal rather than general location, highlighting a stark divide between top-tier inventory and commodity-style units.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in El Alamein. Average annual revenue is EGP356K with 13% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to EGP2.1M/year. The low average occupancy relative to elite revenue figures indicates that the market is currently driven by a small subset of premium listings capturing the bulk of demand.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in El Alamein is 13%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of EGP12K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of EGP771 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in El Alamein, with annual revenue of EGP585K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the El Alamein market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the El Alamein area. I don't have reliable data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement practices for El Alamein, Alexandria, and Marsa Matruh in Egypt. Egypt's STR regulatory framework is underdeveloped at the municipal level, and enforcement information for these specific cities isn't documented in available sources. Local tourism authorities may have informal requirements, but codified rules and their enforcement reality aren't publicly tracked. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The El Alamein Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 37%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in revenue amidst modest supply growth points to a softening of pricing power as inventory expands faster than guest willingness to pay.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 86% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-April) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in El Alamein listings include: Tv (98%), Kitchen (97%), Air Conditioning (93%), Washing Machine (92%), Pool (79%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Internet, Air Conditioning, Parking, with Internet properties earning approximately 40% more (EGP3.7M/year vs EGP2.7M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in El Alamein over the last 12 months: May: EGP9K, June: EGP35K, July: EGP75K, August: EGP97K, September: EGP30K, October: EGP5K, November: EGP9K, December: EGP15K, January: EGP3K, February: EGP3K, March: EGP3K, April: EGP2K. 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 El Alamein is EGP12K, down 1% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average EGP6K/night, 2-bedroom properties average EGP9K/night, 3-bedroom properties average EGP8K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average EGP15K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in October.

Guests in El Alamein book an average of 17 days in advance, down 1% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 10 days, 2-bedroom: 17 days, 3-bedroom: 11 days, 4+ bedroom: 14 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the El Alamein Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 4%, revenue per listing decreased 37%, occupancy fell 15%, average nightly rates decreased 1%, and lead time decreased 1%. These synchronized declines suggest a broader market compression where increased competition is diluting performance across the existing base.

In El Alamein, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Tuesday and are lowest on Saturday. Weekends show 5% higher occupancy than weekdays.