Cordoba

As of May 2026, Córdoba, Seville, Granada, Málaga have 1,890 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cordoba generates €22K per year. High-performing properties earn €60K/year, while low-performing properties earn €11K/year. This significant revenue variance suggests a market where top-tier listings capture a disproportionate share of demand, potentially leaving average units to compete for a smaller, more price-sensitive pool of travelers.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cordoba. Average annual revenue is €22K with 33% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €60K/year. The gap between average and top performers highlights that while market-wide occupancy is modest, specific units are successfully navigating current supply contractions to command premium returns.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cordoba is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €161, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €46 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cordoba, with annual revenue of €28K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cordoba market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cordoba area. Córdoba: Moderate. Registration with Junta de Andalucía required, municipal license needed. Standard enforcement with periodic inspections. Seville: Strict. Registration mandatory, banned in historic center since 2018, density limits in other zones. Active enforcement with significant fines. Granada: Strict. Registration required, banned in Albaicín and center, tight restrictions elsewhere. Active enforcement, many closures. Málaga: Strict. Registration mandatory, banned in historic center, 90-day annual limit in residential zones. Active enforcement with penalties. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Cordoba Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 10%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous contraction in supply and revenue suggests that demand is softening at a rate that currently offsets the benefit of fewer active listings.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 53% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (January-July) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Cordoba listings include: Air Conditioning (97%), Kitchen (96%), Tv (93%), Washing Machine (86%), Heating (77%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Pool, Washing Machine, with Bbq properties earning approximately 96% more (€52K/year vs €26K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cordoba over the last 12 months: May: €2K, June: €975, July: €845, August: €914, September: €1K, October: €2K, November: €1K, December: €2K, January: €961, February: €1K, March: €2K, April: €2K. 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 Cordoba is €161, up 11% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €143/night, 2-bedroom properties average €145/night, 3-bedroom properties average €173/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €293/night. Rates peak in May and are lowest in January.

Guests in Cordoba book an average of 33 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 31 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 38 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Cordoba Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 6%, revenue per listing decreased 10%, occupancy fell 12%, average nightly rates increased 11%, and lead time decreased 24%. These shifts reflect a transition toward shorter booking windows and higher rate pressure despite an overall reduction in total unit availability.

In Cordoba, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 68% higher occupancy than weekdays.