Snowdonia National Park

As of May 2026, Betws-y-Coed, Bala, Dolgellau, Caernarfon have 2,679 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Snowdonia National Park generates £24K per year. High-performing properties earn £57K/year, while low-performing properties earn £13K/year. This significant revenue spread highlights a market where asset positioning creates a massive performance divide, even as total supply contracts and overall revenue faces downward pressure.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Snowdonia National Park. Average annual revenue is £24K with 40% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £57K/year. The delta between high and average earners suggests that top-tier properties maintain stronger resilience against the current 30% aggregate revenue decline.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Snowdonia National Park is 40%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £154, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £45 per day.

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

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Snowdonia National Park area. Betws-y-Coed: Lenient. No specific STR permits required, general planning rules apply. Minimal enforcement, many operate freely. Bala: Lenient. No dedicated STR licensing, standard business rates. Light enforcement, hosts operate openly. Dolgellau: Lenient. No STR-specific regulations, planning permission for change of use rarely enforced. Minimal oversight. Caernarfon: Lenient. No registration system, general planning laws exist but rarely applied to STRs. Light enforcement, widespread operation. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Snowdonia National Park Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 31%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized contraction in supply and revenue suggests the market is recalibrating to lower demand levels rather than experiencing a supply glut.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 6% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Snowdonia National Park listings include: Tv (86%), Kitchen (74%), Pets Allowed (68%), Washing Machine (66%), Heating (63%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Washing Machine, Tv, with Heating properties earning approximately 81% more (£57K/year vs £31K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Snowdonia National Park over the last 12 months: May: £2K, June: £2K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £785, December: £1K, January: £721, February: £957, March: £1K, April: £2K. 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 Snowdonia National Park is £154, down 9% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £116/night, 2-bedroom properties average £130/night, 3-bedroom properties average £163/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £318/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in November.

Guests in Snowdonia National Park book an average of 41 days in advance, down 22% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 37 days, 2-bedroom: 41 days, 3-bedroom: 42 days, 4+ bedroom: 50 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Snowdonia National Park Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 31%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates decreased 9%, and lead time decreased 22%. These indicators reflect a compressed booking window and softening demand, signaling a transition toward shorter-term planning for travelers.

In Snowdonia National Park, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 28% higher occupancy than weekdays.