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As of June 2026, Beirut, Byblos, Jounieh have 457 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Mount Lebanon generates LBP450.4M per year. High-performing properties earn LBP1388.8M/year, while low-performing properties earn LBP171.4M/year. The stark disparity between top and bottom earners suggests that market share is heavily concentrated among a specific tier of listings, potentially leaving secondary inventory struggling to capture consistent demand.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Mount Lebanon. Average annual revenue is LBP450.4M with 16% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to LBP1388.8M/year. This revenue variance indicates that profitability is highly sensitive to listing performance, as the majority of units currently operate at a relatively low occupancy baseline.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Mount Lebanon is 16%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of LBP11.4M, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of LBP1.0M per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Mount Lebanon, with annual revenue of LBP845.5M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Mount Lebanon market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Mount Lebanon area. Beirut: Lenient. No formal STR regulations or licensing system. Tourism Ministry registration theoretically required but rarely enforced. Hosts operate freely without permits. Byblos: Lenient. No specific STR laws. Municipal tourism permits exist but enforcement minimal. Most hosts operate informally without registration. Jounieh: Lenient. No dedicated STR framework. Nominal municipal business licensing available but not enforced. Hosts list properties without regulatory oversight. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Mount Lebanon Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing increasingly competitive conditions. Supply has grown 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 42%. This indicates growing competition requiring strong operations. The expansion of available inventory alongside declining revenue per unit reflects a market experiencing supply saturation that puts downward pressure on individual host earnings.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 93% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-November) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Mount Lebanon listings include: Kitchen (100%), Tv (98%), Heating (74%), Washing Machine (72%), Air Conditioning (68%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bbq, Parking, with Pool properties earning approximately 97% more (LBP3108.0M/year vs LBP1577.7M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Mount Lebanon over the last 12 months: May: LBP17.3M, June: LBP30.8M, July: LBP56.9M, August: LBP82.9M, September: LBP25.8M, October: LBP15.9M, November: LBP11.7M, December: LBP31.0M, January: LBP19.2M, February: LBP13.5M, March: LBP28.9M, April: LBP34.7M. 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 Mount Lebanon is LBP11.4M, up 2% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average LBP8.6M/night, 2-bedroom properties average LBP10.1M/night, 3-bedroom properties average LBP14.0M/night, 4+ bedroom properties average LBP25.3M/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in March.

Guests in Mount Lebanon book an average of 21 days in advance, up 1% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 18 days, 2-bedroom: 26 days, 3-bedroom: 20 days, 4+ bedroom: 13 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Mount Lebanon Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 9%, revenue per listing decreased 42%, occupancy fell 22%, average nightly rates increased 2%, and lead time increased 1%. These indicators point to a mismatch where supply growth is outpacing demand, resulting in stagnant pricing power and reduced utilization across the sector.

In Mount Lebanon, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 22% higher occupancy than weekdays.