Bari

As of June 2026, Bari, Polignano a Mare, Monopoli have 2,628 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bari generates €21K per year. High-performing properties earn €44K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. This massive performance spread suggests that revenue is driven by distinct asset tiering rather than market-wide demand, as lower-tier units face significant difficulty capturing value despite a shrinking total inventory.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bari. Average annual revenue is €21K with 39% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €44K/year. The delta between average and top-tier earnings indicates that market saturation affects standard listings more heavily, while top-tier properties maintain stronger resilience against the current slight contraction in total market revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bari is 39%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €124, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €40 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bari, with annual revenue of €42K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bari market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bari area. Bari: Moderate. Regional tourism code (CIN) registration required, tax collection mandatory. Standard enforcement through online platform monitoring. Polignano a Mare: Moderate. CIN registration, local tourist tax payment required. Growing enforcement due to overtourism concerns, occasional inspections. Monopoli: Moderate. CIN registration mandatory, tax compliance required. Enforcement present but not aggressive, focus on unregistered properties during peak season. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bari Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 4%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized contraction in both volume and revenue suggests a natural market correction where listing exits are effectively offsetting the downward pressure on per-unit earnings.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 46% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bari listings include: Air Conditioning (97%), Kitchen (93%), Tv (86%), Heating (78%), Washing Machine (54%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, Internet, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 12% more (€28K/year vs €25K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bari over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €1K, July: €1K, August: €2K, September: €2K, October: €1K, November: €858, December: €874, January: €644, February: €741, March: €1K, April: €2K. 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 Bari is €124, up 12% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €110/night, 2-bedroom properties average €144/night, 3-bedroom properties average €200/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €310/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Bari book an average of 35 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 38 days, 3-bedroom: 46 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 Bari Airbnb and VRBO market has seen: supply declined 6%, revenue per listing decreased 4%, occupancy fell 2%, average nightly rates increased 12%, and lead time decreased 19%. These indicators point to a shift toward shorter-notice bookings and higher price sensitivity, where aggressive rate hikes are struggling to fully compensate for dwindling utilization.

In Bari, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 19% higher occupancy than weekdays.