Ripoll

As of June 2026, Ripoll, Puigcerdà, La Seu d'Urgell have 844 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 12% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Ripoll generates €22K per year. High-performing properties earn €41K/year, while low-performing properties earn €11K/year. The nearly 4x revenue spread suggests that market performance is heavily bifurcated, where top-tier assets capture significantly higher demand despite a contracting overall revenue environment.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Ripoll. Average annual revenue is €22K with 31% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €41K/year. This occupancy rate indicates a reliance on seasonal or sporadic demand, with the wide revenue gap suggesting that only specific property types effectively navigate the current downward pressure on total market earnings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Ripoll is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €195, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €45 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Ripoll, with annual revenue of €36K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Ripoll market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Ripoll area. Ripoll: Moderate. Registration with Catalan tourism registry (HUT) required, municipal license needed. Standard Catalan STR rules apply. Moderate enforcement through inspections. Puigcerdà: Moderate. HUT registration mandatory, municipal tourism license required. No specific owner-occupancy rules. Moderate enforcement, some unlicensed units operate. La Seu d'Urgell: Moderate. HUT license required, municipal authorization needed. Standard Catalan regulations apply. Moderate enforcement with periodic checks. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Ripoll Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 12% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 21%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The disproportionate drop in revenue compared to supply suggests that even with fewer active listings, the market is experiencing a notable softening in consumer spending power.

Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak winter season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 14% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Ripoll listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (93%), Washing Machine (87%), Heating (80%), Pets Allowed (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Washing Machine, Pool, with Bbq properties earning approximately 46% more (€43K/year vs €29K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Ripoll over the last 12 months: May: €816, June: €956, July: €1K, August: €2K, September: €942, October: €1K, November: €1K, December: €2K, January: €2K, February: €2K, March: €1K, April: €1K. 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 Ripoll is €195, down 4% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €124/night, 2-bedroom properties average €154/night, 3-bedroom properties average €206/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €363/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Ripoll book an average of 33 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Ripoll Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 12%, revenue per listing decreased 21%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates decreased 4%, and lead time decreased 20%. The simultaneous drop in lead times and occupancy points to a shift toward last-minute booking behavior amidst broader market contraction.

In Ripoll, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 76% higher occupancy than weekdays.