San Pedro Sula

As of June 2026, San Pedro Sula, Puerto Cortés, Tela have 786 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in San Pedro Sula generates HNL150K per year. High-performing properties earn HNL463K/year, while low-performing properties earn HNL52K/year. Despite supply growing nearly 9% annually, revenue has declined 15% year-over-year at an 18% occupancy rate, indicating demand hasn't kept pace with new listings. The wide performance gap suggests significant differentiation among properties in a tightening market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in San Pedro Sula. Average annual revenue is HNL150K with 18% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to HNL463K/year. Supply growth of 8.9% YoY outpaces declining revenue, signaling intensifying competition despite flat two-year trends. The threefold gap between average and top performers indicates significant performance stratification in a consolidating market.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in San Pedro Sula is 18%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of HNL2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of HNL338 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in San Pedro Sula, with annual revenue of HNL453K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the San Pedro Sula market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the San Pedro Sula area. San Pedro Sula: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or registration system. Operates under general business rules with minimal oversight. Very limited enforcement. Puerto Cortés: Lenient. No dedicated STR framework. Basic municipal business permits may apply but rarely enforced. Hosts operate freely with little government intervention. Tela: Lenient. Tourism-friendly with no formal STR licensing requirements. Informal market dominates. Minimal to no active enforcement of rental activity. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The San Pedro Sula Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing increasingly competitive conditions. Supply has grown 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates growing competition requiring strong operations. The wide gap between average revenue ($149,896) and top performers ($463,412) suggests market bifurcation, where differentiated properties are capturing disproportionate share amid rising supply and flat demand.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak winter season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -7% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in San Pedro Sula listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (99%), Tv (97%), Washing Machine (80%), Pool (53%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 44% more (HNL419K/year vs HNL292K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in San Pedro Sula over the last 12 months: May: HNL10K, June: HNL12K, July: HNL12K, August: HNL13K, September: HNL10K, October: HNL11K, November: HNL10K, December: HNL9K, January: HNL8K, February: HNL6K, March: HNL11K, April: HNL11K. 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 San Pedro Sula is HNL2K, up 22% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average HNL1K/night, 2-bedroom properties average HNL2K/night, 3-bedroom properties average HNL3K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average HNL6K/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in San Pedro Sula book an average of 11 days in advance, down 29% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 10 days, 2-bedroom: 12 days, 3-bedroom: 13 days, 4+ bedroom: 18 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the San Pedro Sula Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 9%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 20%, average nightly rates increased 22%, and lead time decreased 29%. The combination of rising supply, falling occupancy, and shortened booking windows signals intensifying competition, while the substantial gap between average revenue ($149,896) and top performers ($463,412) indicates highly uneven market performance.

In San Pedro Sula, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 35% higher occupancy than weekdays.