La Manzanilla

As of June 2026, Puerto Vallarta, Manzanillo, La Manzanilla have 1,571 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in La Manzanilla generates $282K per year. High-performing properties earn $1.1M/year, while low-performing properties earn $94K/year. The extreme variance between top and bottom performers suggests that market success is heavily skewed, with a small cohort of properties capturing the majority of revenue despite a contraction in total market earnings.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in La Manzanilla. Average annual revenue is $282K with 21% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to $1.1M/year. The 21% occupancy rate indicates a highly selective traveler base, as the significant revenue ceiling implies that a minority of listings effectively dominate the limited demand pool.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in La Manzanilla is 21%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $4K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $625 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in La Manzanilla, with annual revenue of $888K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the La Manzanilla market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the La Manzanilla area. Puerto Vallarta: Lenient. COFEPRIS health permit and SAT tax registration theoretically required. Minimal enforcement, thousands operate informally without permits. Manzanillo: Lenient. Similar federal requirements (COFEPRIS, SAT) rarely enforced. Most hosts operate without formal registration or consequences. La Manzanilla: Lenient. Small village with virtually no enforcement. Hosts operate freely without permits or oversight despite nominal federal requirements. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The La Manzanilla Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 24%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue suggests that while competition is thinning, the market is experiencing a broader contraction in consumer spending power.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak winter season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 18% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-October) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in La Manzanilla listings include: Kitchen (98%), Air Conditioning (93%), Tv (89%), Pool (87%), Balcony (67%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Hot Tub, Washing Machine, with Heating properties earning approximately 43% more ($854K/year vs $599K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in La Manzanilla over the last 12 months: May: $19K, June: $13K, July: $20K, August: $21K, September: $11K, October: $10K, November: $19K, December: $27K, January: $22K, February: $17K, March: $21K, April: $28K. 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 La Manzanilla is $4K, down 7% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $2K/night, 2-bedroom properties average $3K/night, 3-bedroom properties average $4K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $12K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in July.

Guests in La Manzanilla book an average of 24 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 22 days, 2-bedroom: 22 days, 3-bedroom: 25 days, 4+ bedroom: 30 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the La Manzanilla Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing decreased 24%, occupancy fell 12%, average nightly rates decreased 7%, and lead time decreased 21%. These metrics point to a shift toward impulsive, price-sensitive booking behaviors that are outpacing the natural correction in inventory levels.

In La Manzanilla, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Thursday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 40% higher occupancy than weekdays.