Giza

As of June 2026, Giza, Cairo have 2,754 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 30% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Giza generates EGP415K per year. High-performing properties earn EGP1.7M/year, while low-performing properties earn EGP132K/year. This massive variance suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to specific asset differentiation, as the top-tier listings capture a disproportionate share of total revenue despite rising supply levels.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Giza. Average annual revenue is EGP415K with 22% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to EGP1.7M/year. The gap between average and top performers highlights a bifurcated market where a small segment of inventory maintains strong yield traction while the broader market faces dilutive pressure from rapid supply expansion.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Giza is 22%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of EGP5K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of EGP917 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Giza, with annual revenue of EGP579K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Giza market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Giza area. Giza: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations. Tourism licenses exist for hotels but rarely enforced for apartments. Hosts operate freely on platforms with minimal oversight. Cairo: Lenient. No formal short-term rental framework. Hotel licensing laws technically apply but enforcement is minimal. Hosts list properties without permits; authorities focus on hotels, not residential rentals. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Giza Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing oversaturated conditions. Supply has grown 30% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 11%. This indicates supply growth outpacing demand, pressuring returns. The negative correlation between inventory growth and revenue suggests that the market is struggling to absorb new listings without eroding existing yield potential.

Launch around October, 2-3 months before peak winter season (January peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 32% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-March) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Giza listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Tv (97%), Kitchen (97%), Washing Machine (81%), Heating (70%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Pool, Heating, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 80% more (EGP902K/year vs EGP500K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Giza over the last 12 months: May: EGP24K, June: EGP20K, July: EGP27K, August: EGP26K, September: EGP24K, October: EGP33K, November: EGP36K, December: EGP37K, January: EGP41K, February: EGP22K, March: EGP20K, April: EGP26K. 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 Giza is EGP5K, up 18% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average EGP3K/night, 2-bedroom properties average EGP5K/night, 3-bedroom properties average EGP6K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average EGP11K/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in May.

Guests in Giza book an average of 19 days in advance, down 13% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 20 days, 2-bedroom: 17 days, 3-bedroom: 18 days, 4+ bedroom: 25 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Giza Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 30%, revenue per listing decreased 11%, occupancy fell 17%, average nightly rates increased 18%, and lead time decreased 13%. These metrics illustrate a fragmented landscape where hosts are attempting to offset lower utilization through higher pricing, though this strategy currently struggles to maintain revenue stability.

In Giza, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday.