Aguilas

As of June 2026, Águilas, Mazarrón, Lorca have 271 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 16% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Aguilas generates €10K per year. High-performing properties earn €21K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. The significant revenue spread suggests that top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of limited demand, while the broader market faces contraction pressure despite a reduction in total available supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Aguilas. Average annual revenue is €10K with 26% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €21K/year. This variance highlights a market where profitability is highly segmented, suggesting that current occupancy levels are insufficient for the average host to mitigate the recent downward trend in overall market revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Aguilas is 26%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €115, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €18 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Aguilas, with annual revenue of €18K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Aguilas market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Aguilas area. Águilas: Moderate. Regional registration (VT code) required, liability insurance, habitability standards. Moderate enforcement through inspections and tourist complaints. Mazarrón: Moderate. Murcia Region VT registration mandatory, safety/quality standards, local tourism declaration. Growing enforcement via online monitoring and neighbor reports. Lorca: Moderate. VT tourist license required, building code compliance, insurance obligations. Enforcement increasing but many operate informally in rural areas. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Aguilas Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 16% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 35%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue implies that demand is retreating faster than inventory, resulting in a challenging environment for maintaining historical yield levels.

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

The most common amenities in Aguilas listings include: Washing Machine (98%), Tv (93%), Kitchen (90%), Air Conditioning (88%), Heating (70%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Gym, Pets Allowed, with Bbq properties earning approximately 235% more (€81K/year vs €24K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Aguilas over the last 12 months: May: €424, June: €579, July: €968, August: €973, September: €551, October: €410, November: €311, December: €379, January: €279, February: €512, March: €510, April: €632. 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 Aguilas is €115, up 11% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €79/night, 2-bedroom properties average €105/night, 3-bedroom properties average €113/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €205/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Aguilas book an average of 29 days in advance, down 31% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 25 days, 2-bedroom: 24 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 37 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Aguilas Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 16%, revenue per listing decreased 35%, occupancy fell 24%, average nightly rates increased 11%, and lead time decreased 31%. These metrics point to a tightening market where higher prices are failing to offset the sharp decline in booking volume and occupancy.

In Aguilas, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 19% higher occupancy than weekdays.