Le Gosier

As of June 2026, Pointe-à-Pitre, Sainte-Anne, Le Gosier, Saint-François have 6,775 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 17% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Guadeloupe generates €12K per year. High-performing properties earn €31K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. The wide performance gap suggests that top-tier assets capture significantly higher demand despite a contracting market, indicating that market share is increasingly concentrated among a select group of listings.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Guadeloupe. Average annual revenue is €12K with 31% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €31K/year. With supply decreasing alongside revenues, the 31% occupancy rate highlights a challenging environment where only top-performing units effectively navigate the current downward pressure on total market earnings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Guadeloupe is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €136, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €22 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Guadeloupe, with annual revenue of €27K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Guadeloupe market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Guadeloupe area. Pointe-à-Pitre: Moderate. Registration required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Moderate enforcement in tourist areas. Sainte-Anne: Lenient. Basic registration and tourist tax required. Light enforcement, many unlicensed rentals operate. Le Gosier: Moderate. Registration and tourist tax mandatory. Moderate enforcement near beaches, lighter elsewhere. Saint-François: Lenient. Minimal registration requirements, tourist tax collection. Light enforcement, high informal rental activity. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Guadeloupe Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 17% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 17%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This correlation suggests the market is self-correcting as weaker inventory exits, potentially stabilizing competition levels despite the concurrent decline in per-listing revenue.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -1% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-September) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Guadeloupe listings include: Kitchen (97%), Air Conditioning (94%), Washing Machine (83%), Tv (80%), Pool (62%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 53% more (€31K/year vs €20K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Guadeloupe over the last 12 months: May: €459, June: €303, July: €409, August: €492, September: €241, October: €381, November: €507, December: €817, January: €914, February: €998, March: €1K, 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 Guadeloupe is €136, up 23% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €97/night, 2-bedroom properties average €134/night, 3-bedroom properties average €219/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €386/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Guadeloupe book an average of 36 days in advance, down 27% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 34 days, 2-bedroom: 38 days, 3-bedroom: 40 days, 4+ bedroom: 44 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Guadeloupe Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 17%, revenue per listing decreased 17%, occupancy fell 11%, average nightly rates increased 23%, and lead time decreased 27%. These trends show a shift toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing, reflecting a market where operators are reacting to lower utilization.

In Guadeloupe, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 6% higher occupancy than weekdays.