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As of June 2026, Bergen, Voss, Odda have 1,601 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bergen generates kr210K per year. High-performing properties earn kr535K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr99K/year. This wide revenue variance suggests that top-tier assets are capturing a disproportionate share of demand despite an overall 26% decline in market revenue, highlighting significant disparity in asset competitiveness.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bergen. Average annual revenue is kr210K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr535K/year. The delta between average and high-performing earnings indicates that while market-wide supply has contracted, the remaining inventory faces intense pressure to maintain occupancy levels.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bergen is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr368 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bergen, with annual revenue of kr321K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bergen market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bergen area. Bergen: Moderate. Registration required, zoning restrictions apply. Some enforcement through neighbor complaints and spot checks. Voss: Lenient. Minimal specific STR regulations, general business rules apply. Light enforcement, tourism-friendly approach. Odda: Lenient. Basic business registration needed, few STR-specific rules. Minimal enforcement, small tourism community with informal oversight. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bergen Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 26%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The concurrent drop in both supply and revenue suggests that declining demand is currently outpacing the market's ability to shed excess inventory.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -36% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bergen listings include: Kitchen (98%), Tv (89%), Washing Machine (88%), Heating (87%), Parking (50%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Internet, Tv, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 32% more (kr370K/year vs kr281K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bergen over the last 12 months: May: kr13K, June: kr16K, July: kr18K, August: kr18K, September: kr12K, October: kr10K, November: kr8K, December: kr9K, January: kr6K, February: kr7K, March: kr8K, April: kr12K. 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 Bergen is kr2K, up 18% 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 August and are lowest in January.

Guests in Bergen book an average of 39 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 37 days, 2-bedroom: 40 days, 3-bedroom: 42 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bergen Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 26%, occupancy fell 17%, average nightly rates increased 18%, and lead time decreased 20%. These shifts point to a market where rising rates are insufficient to offset falling volume, signaling a challenging environment for inventory utilization.

In Bergen, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 15% higher occupancy than weekdays.