Saint-malo

As of June 2026, Saint-Malo, Dinard, Cancale have 1,870 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Saint-Malo generates €18K per year. High-performing properties earn €35K/year, while low-performing properties earn €10K/year. Supply has contracted 11% year-over-year while revenue declined 15%, signaling weakening demand outpacing inventory reduction. The near-doubling gap between high and average performers suggests significant variance in execution, indicating a competitive but segmented market where differentiation drives returns.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Saint-Malo. Average annual revenue is €18K with 41% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €35K/year. Declining supply alongside falling revenue suggests a contracting market where demand isn't supporting the remaining inventory, while the near-doubling gap between average and top performers indicates significant performance variance among listings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Saint-Malo is 41%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €124, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €31 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Saint-Malo, with annual revenue of €26K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Saint-Malo market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Saint-Malo area. Saint-Malo: Moderate. Registration required with city hall, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard French STR rules apply. Moderate enforcement with occasional checks. Dinard: Moderate. Declaration to mayor required, tourist tax collection, primary residence rules for apartments. Enforcement present but not aggressive. Cancale: Lenient. Basic registration and tourist tax required. Small town with tourism focus, minimal active enforcement, hosts operate freely. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Saint-Malo Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The larger RevPAR decline relative to supply reduction suggests softening demand, while the substantial gap between average revenue ($18,219) and top performers ($35,234) reflects significant performance variance across the market.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 47% 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 Saint-Malo listings include: Kitchen (96%), Tv (89%), Heating (77%), Washing Machine (69%), Parking (50%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Bbq, Gym, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 30% more (€27K/year vs €21K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Saint-Malo over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €941, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €928, October: €1K, November: €604, December: €906, January: €446, February: €536, March: €693, 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 Saint-Malo is €124, up 19% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €97/night, 2-bedroom properties average €128/night, 3-bedroom properties average €176/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €286/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Saint-Malo book an average of 35 days in advance, down 27% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 47 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Saint-Malo Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 11%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates increased 19%, and lead time decreased 27%. The rate increase alongside declining occupancy suggests weakening demand relative to pricing power, while the substantial gap between average ($18,219) and high-performing listings ($35,234) indicates significant performance stratification in a contracting market.

In Saint-Malo, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 15% higher occupancy than weekdays.