Dubrovnik County

As of May 2026, Dubrovnik, Cavtat, Korčula have 4,808 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Dubrovnik County generates kn231K per year. High-performing properties earn kn592K/year, while low-performing properties earn kn123K/year. This massive revenue variance suggests that market success is heavily tied to specific property positioning rather than general market health, as overall revenues face significant downward pressure.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Dubrovnik County. Average annual revenue is kn231K with 39% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kn592K/year. The spread between average and top performers indicates that while market-wide revenue is contracting, select units maintain strong utilization, highlighting a bifurcated competitive environment.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dubrovnik County is 39%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kn1K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kn335 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Dubrovnik County, with annual revenue of kn567K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Dubrovnik County market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Dubrovnik County area. Dubrovnik: Strict. Registration mandatory, density caps in Old Town, tourist tax required. Active enforcement with inspections and fines for illegal rentals. Cavtat: Moderate. Registration and categorization required, tourist tax collection. Standard enforcement, some unlicensed activity exists. Korčula: Moderate. Registration needed, categorization system, tourist tax mandatory. Enforcement present but less intensive than Dubrovnik, compliance generally good. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Dubrovnik County Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 29%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. Despite the contraction in supply, the sharper drop in revenue suggests that demand is softening faster than inventory can adjust.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 30% 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 Dubrovnik County listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (91%), Tv (83%), Washing Machine (66%), Heating (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 120% more (kn553K/year vs kn252K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Dubrovnik County over the last 12 months: May: kn14K, June: kn18K, July: kn23K, August: kn22K, September: kn15K, October: kn10K, November: kn3K, December: kn2K, January: kn1K, February: kn916, March: kn3K, April: kn11K. 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 Dubrovnik County is kn1K, up 2% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kn914/night, 2-bedroom properties average kn1K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kn2K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kn6K/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Dubrovnik County book an average of 37 days in advance, down 29% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 35 days, 2-bedroom: 38 days, 3-bedroom: 42 days, 4+ bedroom: 46 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Dubrovnik County Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 9%, revenue per listing decreased 29%, occupancy fell 17%, average nightly rates increased 2%, and lead time decreased 29%. These metrics reflect a shift toward last-minute bookings and reduced market liquidity, signaling increased operational pressure on hosts.

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