Almería

As of June 2026, Almería, Roquetas de Mar, Mojácar have 1,789 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Almería generates €13K per year. High-performing properties earn €33K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. The massive delta between top and bottom performers suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in a select subset of inventory, as overall market revenue has contracted by 23% despite a reduction in supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Almería. Average annual revenue is €13K with 32% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €33K/year. The 32% occupancy rate combined with the 10% decline in supply indicates that the market is currently struggling to absorb existing inventory, shifting the burden of profitability toward assets capable of capturing premium positioning.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Almería is 32%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €123, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €23 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Almería, with annual revenue of €24K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Almería market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Almería area. Almería: Moderate. Regional registration (VFT) required, liability insurance, habitability certificate. Standard enforcement through inspections and online monitoring. Roquetas de Mar: Moderate. VFT registration mandatory, distance rules from hotels in some zones, local license needed. Moderate enforcement, some unlicensed units operate. Mojácar: Lenient. VFT registration required but minimal local restrictions. Light enforcement, many hosts operate informally in tourist areas. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Almería Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 23%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. While the reduction in supply usually signals a correction, the sharp drop in revenue per listing confirms that demand is softening faster than properties are leaving the market.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 4% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Almería listings include: Kitchen (96%), Washing Machine (95%), Tv (91%), Air Conditioning (91%), Heating (75%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Gym, Pool, with Bbq properties earning approximately 56% more (€35K/year vs €22K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Almería over the last 12 months: May: €561, June: €891, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €870, October: €533, November: €359, December: €560, January: €347, February: €330, March: €580, April: €859. 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 Almería is €123, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €96/night, 2-bedroom properties average €116/night, 3-bedroom properties average €142/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €290/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Almería book an average of 29 days in advance, down 33% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 31 days, 4+ bedroom: 36 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Almería Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 23%, occupancy fell 6%, average nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 33%. These metrics reveal a market attempting to offset lower demand through higher pricing, though this strategy is resulting in reduced occupancy and accelerated revenue decay.

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