Mataro

As of June 2026, Barcelona, Mataró, Badalona have 1,225 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 19% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Mataro generates €30K per year. High-performing properties earn €72K/year, while low-performing properties earn €13K/year. Supply has contracted significantly year-over-year while revenue declined more moderately, suggesting demand erosion outpacing inventory reduction. The 2.4x performance gap between high and average performers indicates substantial differentiation in the market despite modest 38% occupancy, pointing to concentrated competition among a shrinking host base.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Mataro. Average annual revenue is €30K with 38% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €72K/year. The year-over-year supply decline suggests easing competition, while the substantial revenue gap between high and average performers indicates that property positioning and management quality significantly differentiate returns in this market.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Mataro is 38%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €232, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €50 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Mataro, with annual revenue of €52K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Mataro market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Mataro area. Barcelona: Strict. Tourist license (HUT) required, frozen since 2014. Existing licenses expire 2028. Heavy fines (€90,000+), active inspections, platform cooperation mandatory. Very high enforcement. Mataró: Strict. Tourist license required, moratorium on new licenses since 2015. Owner-occupancy required for apartments. Active enforcement with inspections and fines up to €90,000. Badalona: Strict. Tourist license mandatory, moratorium on new licenses since 2014. Whole-apartment rentals banned in most zones. Active enforcement with substantial fines. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Mataro Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 19% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The substantial gap between average revenue ($30,387) and top performers ($72,223) suggests differentiated market positioning is rewarding select properties, while moderate occupancy at 38% reflects competitive pressure across the broader market.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 31% 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 Mataro listings include: Kitchen (95%), Washing Machine (92%), Tv (89%), Air Conditioning (76%), Balcony (73%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bbq, Gym, with Pool properties earning approximately 109% more (€71K/year vs €34K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Mataro over the last 12 months: May: €2K, June: €2K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €2K, October: €2K, November: €1K, December: €2K, January: €797, February: €751, March: €1K, 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 Mataro is €232, up 23% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €114/night, 2-bedroom properties average €151/night, 3-bedroom properties average €214/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €498/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Mataro book an average of 32 days in advance, down 33% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 31 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Mataro Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 19%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 23%, and lead time decreased 33%. The sharp rate increase amid declining occupancy suggests hosts are competing on price rather than filling inventory, while the significant revenue gap between top performers ($72K) and average listings ($30K) indicates highly concentrated market performance.

In Mataro, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 17% higher occupancy than weekdays.