Xalapa
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Overview
Annual Rev
MX$98.1k
12 mo avg
↑6%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
20%
12 mo avg
↓7%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
MX$856
12 mo avg
↑32%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
13 days
12 mo avg
↓3 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
MX$203
12 mo avg
↓4%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Xalapa market data as of September 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
0
1
2
3
4+
Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool | — | +$362,603 | — | — |
| Barbecue | 🔒 3• (••%) | 🔒 +$1••••• (+•••%) | 🔒 $2••••• | 🔒 $1••••• |
| Heating | 🔒 4• (••%) | 🔒 +$8•••• (+••%) | 🔒 $2••••• | 🔒 $1••••• |
| Parking | 🔒 1•• (••%) | 🔒 +$5•••• (+••%) | 🔒 $1••••• | 🔒 $1••••• |
| Pets Allowed | 🔒 8• (••%) | 🔒 +$2•••• (+••%) | 🔒 $1••••• | 🔒 $1••••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
1 bedroom (5.9 nights)
2 bedrooms (4.6 nights)
3 bedrooms (4.6 nights)
4+ bedrooms (3.2 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
3 bedrooms (MX$17)
2 bedrooms (MX$17)
4+ bedrooms (MX$13)
1 bedroom (MX$11)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (55%)
Independent hosts (45%)
Over the 12 months ending August 2026, the Xalapa market averaged 670 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 2% from a year earlier and up 35% over two years.
An average Xalapa listing earns $79K/year. High-performing listings earn $242K, while low-performing listings earn $22K.
Average occupancy in Xalapa is 20%, producing RevPAR of $173 per available night.
4+ bedroom listings generate the highest average annual revenue in Xalapa, at $200K.
Rules vary across Xalapa. I don't have reliable current data on Xalapa's (Veracruz, Mexico) short-term rental regulations or enforcement practices. Mexican municipalities have varying approaches to STR regulation, and Xalapa's specific requirements, if formalized, aren't well-documented in available sources. Without verified information on permits, restrictions, or actual enforcement levels, I cannot accurately classify the regulatory environment. I recommend contacting Xalapa's municipal government (Ayuntamiento) directly for current requirements. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.
The Xalapa Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 25%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.
RevPAR is highest in April and December; it is lowest in February and September.
The most common amenities are Kitchen (97%), Internet (96%), TV (93%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Bbq (+95%), Heating (+57%), Parking (+52%).
Average daily rate in Xalapa is $1K, up 45% year-over-year. Rates peak in August and are lowest in November.
Guests in Xalapa book an average of 15 days in advance, down 9% from last year. Booking windows range from 13 days for 2-bedroom listings to 23 days for 4+ bedroom listings.
Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 46% higher than weekday occupancy.