Utrecht

As of May 2026, Utrecht, Amsterdam, Amersfoort have 858 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 15% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Utrecht generates €33K per year. High-performing properties earn €63K/year, while low-performing properties earn €14K/year. This substantial earnings spread suggests that revenue is heavily concentrated among top-tier assets, likely driven by specific unit features or management efficiency that capture the limited available demand.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Utrecht. Average annual revenue is €33K with 49% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €63K/year. The variance between average and high performance demonstrates that operators who capture higher occupancy rates significantly outperform the market baseline in an environment of contracting supply.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Utrecht is 49%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €194, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €54 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Utrecht, with annual revenue of €54K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Utrecht market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Utrecht area. Utrecht: Strict. Registration mandatory, 30-day annual cap, owner-occupancy required. Active enforcement with fines and platform monitoring. Amsterdam: Strict. Registration required, 30-day annual cap, owner-occupancy mandatory, tourist zones restricted. Very active enforcement, high fines, platform cooperation. Amersfoort: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy rule, 60-day annual cap. Active enforcement with monitoring and penalties for violations. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Utrecht Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 6%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous contraction in both supply and revenue per listing suggests the market is stabilizing as weaker inventory exits while remaining operators face softening demand.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 26% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Utrecht listings include: Kitchen (93%), Heating (85%), Tv (83%), Washing Machine (56%), Parking (53%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pets Allowed, Ev Charger, Tv, with Pets Allowed properties earning approximately 95% more (€98K/year vs €50K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Utrecht over the last 12 months: May: €2K, June: €1K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €2K, October: €2K, November: €1K, December: €2K, January: €1K, February: €1K, March: €2K, April: €3K. 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 Utrecht is €194, up 28% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €138/night, 2-bedroom properties average €189/night, 3-bedroom properties average €298/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €461/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in June.

Guests in Utrecht book an average of 39 days in advance, down 25% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 37 days, 2-bedroom: 39 days, 3-bedroom: 45 days, 4+ bedroom: 46 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Utrecht Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 15%, revenue per listing decreased 6%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 28%, and lead time decreased 25%. These metrics reflect a market pivot toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing, despite a broader decline in total occupancy.

In Utrecht, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 23% higher occupancy than weekdays.