Arecibo

As of June 2026, Arecibo, Barceloneta, Isabela have 540 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 14% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Arecibo generates $33K per year. High-performing properties earn $106K/year, while low-performing properties earn $13K/year. Declining supply paired with flat revenue suggests a contracting market where fewer listings compete for stable demand, though the 33% occupancy rate and wide performance gap indicate significant operational variance among hosts rather than broad market strength.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Arecibo. Average annual revenue is $33K with 33% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to $106K/year. Declining supply suggests reduced competition, while flat revenue indicates a stabilizing market without growth momentum. The significant gap between average and top performers signals that property differentiation remains a key driver of returns.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Arecibo is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $233, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $63 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Arecibo, with annual revenue of $82K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Arecibo market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Arecibo area. Arecibo: Lenient. No specific STR regulations beyond general business registration. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Barceloneta: Lenient. Basic municipal license required. Light enforcement, most hosts operate without issues. Isabela: Lenient. Tourist zone designation allows STRs with minimal requirements. Very light enforcement, popular surf town with active STR market. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Arecibo Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 0%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The wide gap between average revenue ($32,640) and high-performing properties ($106,150) suggests significant performance variation, reflecting selective demand rather than broad market strength.

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

The most common amenities in Arecibo listings include: Air Conditioning (100%), Kitchen (98%), Tv (93%), Balcony (75%), Washing Machine (60%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bbq, Gym, with Pool properties earning approximately 135% more ($75K/year vs $32K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Arecibo over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $2K, July: $2K, August: $2K, September: $1K, October: $1K, November: $1K, December: $2K, January: $2K, February: $2K, March: $3K, 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 Arecibo is $233, up 25% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $137/night, 2-bedroom properties average $173/night, 3-bedroom properties average $274/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $561/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in May.

Guests in Arecibo book an average of 33 days in advance, down 11% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 26 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 47 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Arecibo Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 14%, revenue per listing increased 0%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 25%, and lead time decreased 11%. The 14% supply contraction paired with rising nightly rates but flat per-listing revenue suggests hosts are pricing aggressively into weakening demand. The wide gap between average ($32,640) and top-performing listings ($106,150) indicates highly uneven market performance.

In Arecibo, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 36% higher occupancy than weekdays.