Valencia

As of May 2026, Valencia, Cullera, Gandía have 5,626 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 25% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Valencia generates €30K per year. High-performing properties earn €61K/year, while low-performing properties earn €12K/year. The substantial revenue spread highlights a polarized market where top-tier units capture significantly larger market share amidst a 25% contraction in total supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Valencia. Average annual revenue is €30K with 44% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €61K/year. This performance gap suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated, reflecting high competition for premium guest segments even as overall market supply decreases.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Valencia is 44%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €165, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €56 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Valencia, with annual revenue of €41K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Valencia market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Valencia area. Valencia: Moderate. Tourist license (VT) mandatory, registration with Generalitat required, safety/habitability standards. Moderate enforcement with increasing inspections and fines for unlicensed properties. Cullera: Moderate. VT license required, municipal registration, coastal zone restrictions. Growing enforcement during peak season, unlicensed operators face penalties. Gandía: Moderate. VT license mandatory, stricter rules in historic center, habitability requirements. Enforcement increasing, particularly in beach areas, with fines for non-compliance. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Valencia Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced with strong demand conditions. Supply has declined 25% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 12%. This indicates healthy demand growth outpacing supply, signaling tightening inventory that supports upward pressure on existing listing profitability.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 46% 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 Valencia listings include: Kitchen (96%), Air Conditioning (95%), Tv (93%), Washing Machine (89%), Heating (75%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Pool, Air Conditioning, with Bbq properties earning approximately 41% more (€49K/year vs €35K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Valencia over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €2K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €2K, October: €2K, November: €1K, December: €1K, January: €1K, February: €2K, March: €2K, April: €3K. 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 Valencia is €165, up 29% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €139/night, 2-bedroom properties average €175/night, 3-bedroom properties average €199/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €353/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in May.

Guests in Valencia book an average of 35 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 38 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Valencia Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 25%, revenue per listing increased 12%, occupancy fell 1%, average nightly rates increased 29%, and lead time decreased 24%. The shift toward higher rates and shorter booking windows points to a market prioritizing yield efficiency over volume.

In Valencia, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 26% higher occupancy than weekdays.