Medulin

As of May 2026, Pula, Rovinj, Opatija, Rijeka have 11,861 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Medulin generates kn124K per year. High-performing properties earn kn516K/year, while low-performing properties earn kn60K/year. The extreme revenue variance suggests a market where top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of demand, highlighting a significant divide between specialized offerings and standard stock.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Medulin. Average annual revenue is kn124K with 31% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kn516K/year. With a 31% occupancy rate, the market relies on high-revenue outliers to sustain profitability, indicating that broader market returns are currently constrained by limited seasonal utilization.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Medulin is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kn1K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kn171 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Medulin, with annual revenue of kn259K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Medulin market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Medulin area. Pula: Moderate. Registration with Ministry of Tourism mandatory, categorization certificate required. Standard enforcement with inspections. Rovinj: Moderate. Tourism registration and categorization required, safety standards enforced. Regular inspections in tourist zones. Opatija: Moderate. Registration and categorization mandatory, local permits required. Active monitoring in high-season areas. Rijeka: Moderate. Ministry registration required, categorization certificate needed. Standard enforcement with periodic checks. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Medulin Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 39%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. Despite the reduction in supply, the sharper decline in revenue points to a cooling demand environment that is effectively offsetting the benefits of decreased competition.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 28% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Medulin listings include: Air Conditioning (96%), Kitchen (84%), Tv (74%), Washing Machine (66%), Balcony (53%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Hot Tub, with Pool properties earning approximately 169% more (kn454K/year vs kn169K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Medulin over the last 12 months: May: kn5K, June: kn11K, July: kn15K, August: kn13K, September: kn6K, October: kn3K, November: kn1K, December: kn2K, January: kn1K, February: kn542, March: kn1K, April: kn3K. 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 Medulin is kn1K, up 8% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kn712/night, 2-bedroom properties average kn1K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kn2K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kn4K/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in September.

Guests in Medulin book an average of 29 days in advance, down 37% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 25 days, 2-bedroom: 28 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 38 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Medulin Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 11%, revenue per listing decreased 39%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 8%, and lead time decreased 37%. Shorter lead times and higher rates paired with lower occupancy suggest a shift toward more impulsive, price-sensitive booking behavior.

In Medulin, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday.