Hamar

As of June 2026, Hamar, Lillehammer, Gjøvik have 866 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Hamar generates kr158K per year. High-performing properties earn kr420K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr69K/year. With minimal supply growth but declining revenues, the market shows stagnant demand despite stable inventory. The substantial gap between high and average performers—nearly 3x difference—indicates significant operational variation rather than broad market constraints.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Hamar. Average annual revenue is kr158K with 28% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr420K/year. Supply remains virtually flat while revenue declined annually, suggesting market saturation despite limited new competition. The significant gap between average and high performers indicates considerable variance in property performance within a relatively stable competitive landscape.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Hamar is 28%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr315 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Hamar, with annual revenue of kr253K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Hamar market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Hamar area. I don't have reliable, current data on short-term rental regulations and enforcement reality for Hamar, Lillehammer, and Gjøvik specifically. Norwegian municipalities set their own rules, but enforcement information isn't readily available in English sources. I recommend contacting each municipality directly (kommunen) or checking their official websites for current regulations and speaking with local hosts about actual enforcement practices before operating short-term rentals in these cities. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Hamar Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 3%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The wide gap between average revenue ($157,628) and top performers ($419,530) suggests significant performance variance, while the 28% occupancy rate points to substantial untapped capacity in the market.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 5% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Hamar listings include: Kitchen (97%), Heating (87%), Tv (83%), Washing Machine (74%), Balcony (65%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Ev Charger, Tv, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 38% more (kr512K/year vs kr371K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Hamar over the last 12 months: May: kr5K, June: kr6K, July: kr9K, August: kr7K, September: kr6K, October: kr6K, November: kr6K, December: kr12K, January: kr14K, February: kr15K, March: kr17K, April: kr11K. 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 Hamar is kr2K, up 33% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 2-bedroom properties average kr2K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kr2K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kr3K/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Hamar book an average of 34 days in advance, down 13% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 38 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Hamar Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 0%, revenue per listing decreased 3%, occupancy fell 19%, average nightly rates increased 33%, and lead time decreased 13%. The 19% occupancy decline despite rising nightly rates suggests weakening demand relative to pricing, while the significant revenue gap between top performers ($419,530) and average listings ($157,628) indicates highly uneven market conditions favoring premium properties.

In Hamar, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 19% higher occupancy than weekdays.