Castelvetrano

As of June 2026, Castelvetrano, Selinunte, Mazara del Vallo have 477 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 19% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Castelvetrano generates €9K per year. High-performing properties earn €32K/year, while low-performing properties earn €4K/year. Supply has contracted 18.8% year-over-year while revenue fell 30.6%, indicating demand is weakening faster than hosts are exiting the market. The substantial gap between high and low performers at 23% occupancy suggests significant differentiation among listings despite tight overall demand.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Castelvetrano. Average annual revenue is €9K with 23% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €32K/year. The significant gap between average and high performers suggests market segmentation, while declining supply and revenue indicate a contracting market where differentiation increasingly determines viability.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Castelvetrano is 23%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €157, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €17 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Castelvetrano, with annual revenue of €17K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Castelvetrano market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Castelvetrano area. Castelvetrano: Lenient. Regional tourism code registration required. Minimal enforcement, many operate informally. Selinunte: Lenient. Basic regional registration needed. Light oversight, informal rentals common in beach areas. Mazara del Vallo: Lenient. Sicily tourism registry (CIR code) mandatory. Sporadic enforcement, widespread unregistered operations tolerated. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Castelvetrano Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 19% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 31%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The substantial gap between average revenue ($9,382) and top performers ($32,351) suggests significant performance variance across listings, while the 23% occupancy rate reflects softer demand relative to available inventory.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 8% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Castelvetrano listings include: Air Conditioning (92%), Washing Machine (90%), Kitchen (81%), Tv (79%), Bbq (49%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Air Conditioning, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 110% more (€64K/year vs €30K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Castelvetrano over the last 12 months: May: €312, June: €546, July: €995, August: €1K, September: €800, October: €541, November: €212, December: €270, January: €112, February: €163, March: €236, April: €622. 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 Castelvetrano is €157, up 2% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €109/night, 2-bedroom properties average €128/night, 3-bedroom properties average €190/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €295/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in January.

Guests in Castelvetrano book an average of 36 days in advance, down 5% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 42 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 Castelvetrano Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 19%, revenue per listing decreased 31%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 2%, and lead time decreased 5%. The sharp revenue decline despite modest rate growth signals demand is contracting faster than supply, while the substantial gap between average ($9,382) and high-performing listings ($32,351) indicates market bifurcation favoring differentiated properties.

In Castelvetrano, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Monday and are lowest on Thursday.