Metz

As of June 2026, Metz, Luxembourg City, Nancy, Strasbourg have 1,500 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Metz generates €14K per year. High-performing properties earn €26K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. Supply contraction combined with flat revenue suggests the market is tightening without demand growth, indicating intensifying competition for a stable guest pool. The near-4x gap between high and low performers at 41% occupancy reveals significant performance stratification, suggesting differentiation rather than market-wide constraints is driving returns.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Metz. Average annual revenue is €14K with 41% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €26K/year. Declining supply and revenue year-over-year suggest a contracting market, while the nearly 2x gap between average and high performers indicates significant variance in property performance—pointing to a selective rather than saturated competitive environment.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Metz is 41%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €91, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €25 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Metz, with annual revenue of €39K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Metz market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Metz area. Metz: Moderate. Registration required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard enforcement through tax authorities. Luxembourg City: Moderate. Registration with commune required, tourist tax collection, safety standards. Moderate enforcement focused on tax compliance. Nancy: Moderate. Declaration required for furnished rentals, tourist tax collection. Standard enforcement primarily tax-focused. Strasbourg: Strict. Registration mandatory, primary residence requirement, compensation system for conversions. Active enforcement with fines and delisting. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Metz Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 7%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The wide gap between average revenue ($14,073) and high-performing properties ($26,250) suggests significant performance variance, with below-average occupancy at 41% pointing to selective booking patterns where differentiated properties command premium positioning.

Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak fall season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -41% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Metz listings include: Kitchen (97%), Tv (94%), Heating (92%), Washing Machine (71%), Parking (63%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Washing Machine, Pets Allowed, with Bbq properties earning approximately 27% more (€23K/year vs €18K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Metz over the last 12 months: May: €694, June: €678, July: €779, August: €841, September: €785, October: €922, November: €752, December: €1K, January: €582, February: €531, March: €647, April: €870. 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 Metz is €91, up 30% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €76/night, 2-bedroom properties average €98/night, 3-bedroom properties average €133/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €296/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Metz book an average of 22 days in advance, down 27% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 20 days, 2-bedroom: 24 days, 3-bedroom: 25 days, 4+ bedroom: 38 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Metz Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing decreased 7%, occupancy fell 11%, average nightly rates increased 30%, and lead time decreased 27%. The sharp rate increases amid falling occupancy suggest hosts are competing for fewer bookings, while the wide gap between average ($14,073) and top-performing listings ($26,250) indicates market bifurcation favoring differentiated properties.

In Metz, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday.