Granada

As of May 2026, Granada, Sierra Nevada, Málaga have 4,042 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Granada generates €22K per year. High-performing properties earn €47K/year, while low-performing properties earn €10K/year. The substantial performance gap between top earners and the average suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to specific asset positioning rather than broad market trends.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Granada. Average annual revenue is €22K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €47K/year. With supply contracting by 9% annually, the market is currently consolidating, favoring established listings that capture a larger share of consistent demand.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Granada is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €144, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €44 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Granada, with annual revenue of €32K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Granada market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Granada area. Granada: Strict. Registration (VFT) mandatory, limited licenses in historic center with density caps. Active enforcement with fines and platform monitoring. Sierra Nevada: Moderate. Andalusian VFT registration required, municipal rules vary by town. Standard enforcement in main areas. Málaga: Strict. VFT license required, banned in historic center since 2019, severe density restrictions citywide. Heavy enforcement with significant fines and closures. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Granada Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 2%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This minor contraction suggests that the market is shedding underperforming inventory, which likely stabilizes the competitive landscape for remaining operators.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak winter season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 27% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-July) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Granada listings include: Kitchen (97%), Tv (90%), Washing Machine (82%), Air Conditioning (82%), Heating (78%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Pool, Washing Machine, with Bbq properties earning approximately 37% more (€38K/year vs €28K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Granada over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €945, July: €877, August: €1K, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €1K, December: €2K, January: €1K, February: €2K, 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 Granada is €144, up 11% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €105/night, 2-bedroom properties average €141/night, 3-bedroom properties average €180/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €290/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in June.

Guests in Granada book an average of 36 days in advance, down 22% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 35 days, 2-bedroom: 36 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 41 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Granada Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 9%, revenue per listing decreased 2%, occupancy fell 4%, average nightly rates increased 11%, and lead time decreased 22%. Increased nightly rates despite lower occupancy highlight a shift toward shorter-term, higher-premium bookings that compress booking windows.

In Granada, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 54% higher occupancy than weekdays.