Fontainebleau

As of May 2026, Fontainebleau, Paris, Disneyland Paris have 2,078 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 15% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Fontainebleau generates €17K per year. High-performing properties earn €39K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. This wide revenue variance suggests that property-specific appeal or operational efficiency dictates earnings far more than broader market averages in the current climate.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Fontainebleau. Average annual revenue is €17K with 35% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €39K/year. The 35% occupancy rate indicates a market segment where profitability is heavily tied to capturing peak demand periods rather than consistent, year-round volume.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Fontainebleau is 35%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €130, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €29 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Fontainebleau, with annual revenue of €43K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Fontainebleau market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Fontainebleau area. Fontainebleau: Moderate. Registration required, 120-day annual cap for non-primary residences, tourist tax. Enforcement increasing but many hosts still operate. Paris: Strict. Primary residence only, 120-day cap, registration mandatory, heavy fines up to €50,000. Very active enforcement with monitoring systems. Disneyland Paris (Chessy/Marne-la-Vallée): Lenient. Basic registration and tourist tax required. Light enforcement, many operate freely given tourism demand. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Fontainebleau Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 14%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized decline in both supply and revenue suggests the market is naturally contracting to align with current travel demand levels.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 4% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Fontainebleau listings include: Kitchen (98%), Heating (89%), Tv (85%), Washing Machine (71%), Parking (60%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, with Bbq properties earning approximately 60% more (€35K/year vs €22K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Fontainebleau over the last 12 months: May: €953, June: €875, July: €879, August: €900, September: €818, October: €1K, November: €789, December: €1K, January: €665, February: €597, March: €865, 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 Fontainebleau is €130, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €83/night, 2-bedroom properties average €119/night, 3-bedroom properties average €184/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €407/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in June.

Guests in Fontainebleau book an average of 26 days in advance, down 27% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 23 days, 2-bedroom: 28 days, 3-bedroom: 33 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, supply declined 15%, revenue decreased 14%, occupancy fell 3%, nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 27%. These figures reflect a shift toward shorter booking windows and higher price sensitivity, indicating that guests are booking closer to their stay while resisting recent rate hikes.

In Fontainebleau, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 20% higher occupancy than weekdays.