Bilbao
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Overview
Annual Rev
€39.7k
12 mo avg
↑5%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 5•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 €1••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
38 days
12 mo avg
↓9 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
€89
12 mo avg
↓7%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Bilbao market data as of May 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning | 127 (14%) | +€14,576 (+31%) | €61,625 | €47,049 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (3.8 nights)
1 bedroom (3.7 nights)
2 bedrooms (3.6 nights)
3 bedrooms (3.6 nights)
Studio (3.5 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (€86)
3 bedrooms (€62)
2 bedrooms (€53)
1 bedroom (€47)
Studio (€32)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (80%)
Independent hosts (20%)
As of May 2026, Bilbao, San Sebastián, Santander have 1,041 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 17% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bilbao generates €45K per year. High-performing properties earn €127K/year, while low-performing properties earn €15K/year. The extreme variance between top and bottom tiers suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in specialized assets rather than reflecting broad market averages.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bilbao. Average annual revenue is €45K with 45% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €127K/year. This significant revenue spread despite a contraction in total supply indicates that market capture is increasingly dependent on specific property positioning rather than general availability.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bilbao is 45%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €229, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €85 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bilbao, with annual revenue of €89K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bilbao market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bilbao area. Bilbao: Strict. Registration mandatory, owner-occupancy required in most zones, density caps per building. Active enforcement with inspections and fines for violations. San Sebastián: Strict. License required, moratorium on new licenses in Old Town since 2017, owner-occupancy rules. Very active enforcement due to overtourism concerns. Santander: Moderate. Regional registration required, basic safety standards. Enforcement exists but less aggressive than Basque cities. Some unlicensed operations persist. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Bilbao Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 17% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 11%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized decline in both supply and revenue suggests a natural market correction where listing attrition is keeping pace with broader softening demand trends.
Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 61% 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 Bilbao listings include: Kitchen (98%), Washing Machine (94%), Tv (93%), Heating (83%), Elevator (51%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, Tv, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 46% more (€52K/year vs €36K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bilbao over the last 12 months: May: €4K, June: €3K, July: €3K, August: €4K, September: €2K, October: €2K, November: €2K, December: €2K, January: €2K, February: €2K, March: €2K, April: €4K. 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 Bilbao is €229, down 3% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €135/night, 2-bedroom properties average €198/night, 3-bedroom properties average €338/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €556/night. Rates peak in May and are lowest in November.
Guests in Bilbao book an average of 37 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 34 days, 2-bedroom: 38 days, 3-bedroom: 40 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 Bilbao Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 17%, revenue per listing decreased 11%, occupancy rose 0%, average nightly rates decreased 3%, and lead time decreased 19%. The reduction in lead time alongside price compression highlights a shift toward more reactive, short-notice booking patterns among travelers.
In Bilbao, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 42% higher occupancy than weekdays.