Dehradun

As of June 2026, Dehradun, Mussoorie, Rishikesh have 2,753 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Dehradun generates ₹412K per year. High-performing properties earn ₹2.5M/year, while low-performing properties earn ₹130K/year. The massive gap between average and top-tier earners indicates that market success is heavily skewed toward a small segment of listings, suggesting that current supply growth is outstripping demand for generic accommodation.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Dehradun. Average annual revenue is ₹412K with 14% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to ₹2.5M/year. This wide revenue disparity suggests that while the broader market faces pressure from rising supply, premium or specialized properties maintain significant pricing power despite low overall occupancy levels.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dehradun is 14%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of ₹8K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of ₹972 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Dehradun, with annual revenue of ₹876K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Dehradun market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Dehradun area. Dehradun: Moderate. Tourism registration recommended, basic commercial licenses. Enforcement inconsistent, many operate informally. Mussoorie: Moderate. Hotel/guesthouse registration with tourism board required. Rules exist but enforcement sporadic in peak season. Rishikesh: Lenient. Minimal formal STR framework, basic trade license suggested. Limited enforcement, widespread informal operations especially near ashrams and Ganga. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Dehradun Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing increasingly competitive conditions. Supply has grown 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 12%. This indicates growing competition requiring strong operations. The negative correlation between supply expansion and revenue per listing suggests an oversaturated market where price-taking is becoming the norm for average operators.

Launch around March, 2-3 months before peak spring season (June peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 13% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-September) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Dehradun listings include: Kitchen (90%), Tv (84%), Air Conditioning (74%), Pets Allowed (67%), Heating (63%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Heating, Pool, with Bbq properties earning approximately 114% more (₹2.3M/year vs ₹1.1M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Dehradun over the last 12 months: May: ₹36K, June: ₹45K, July: ₹24K, August: ₹23K, September: ₹14K, October: ₹26K, November: ₹28K, December: ₹46K, January: ₹30K, February: ₹16K, March: ₹29K, April: ₹39K. 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 Dehradun is ₹8K, up 15% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average ₹4K/night, 2-bedroom properties average ₹7K/night, 3-bedroom properties average ₹15K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average ₹22K/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in September.

Guests in Dehradun book an average of 13 days in advance, down 33% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 13 days, 2-bedroom: 13 days, 3-bedroom: 14 days, 4+ bedroom: 16 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Dehradun Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 11%, revenue per listing decreased 12%, occupancy fell 24%, average nightly rates increased 15%, and lead time decreased 33%. These metrics point to a tightening market where hosts are raising rates to offset occupancy drops, significantly shortening booking windows as demand becomes more last-minute.

In Dehradun, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 42% higher occupancy than weekdays.