Monte Real

As of June 2026, Nazaré, Fátima, Leiria have 369 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Monte Real generates €11K per year. High-performing properties earn €28K/year, while low-performing properties earn €4K/year. Declining supply paired with flat revenue suggests market contraction rather than growth, while the 29% occupancy rate and wide performance gap indicate significant operational variance among hosts—some properties are capturing disproportionate demand.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Monte Real. Average annual revenue is €11K with 29% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €28K/year. Declining supply suggests market consolidation, while flat revenue indicates stable but competitive conditions. The significant gap between average and high performers reveals substantial differentiation in property appeal or management effectiveness.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Monte Real is 29%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €120, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €19 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Monte Real, with annual revenue of €24K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Monte Real market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Monte Real area. Nazaré: Moderate. AL (alojamento local) registration required with tourism authority, liability insurance mandatory. Standard enforcement through inspections and neighbor complaints. Fátima: Moderate. AL registration required, fire safety compliance needed. Moderate enforcement, religious tourism focus means some scrutiny during pilgrimage seasons. Leiria: Moderate. AL registration mandatory, building safety standards apply. Standard enforcement, operates similarly to broader Portuguese regulations with periodic inspections. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Monte Real Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 4%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($10,525) and high-performing properties ($28,140) suggests differentiated market performance, where competition remains selective rather than commoditized.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 44% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Monte Real listings include: Kitchen (97%), Tv (89%), Washing Machine (72%), Parking (66%), Balcony (63%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Pool, Bicycles, with Bbq properties earning approximately 55% more (€31K/year vs €20K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Monte Real over the last 12 months: May: €427, June: €658, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €820, October: €511, November: €285, December: €503, January: €247, February: €226, March: €307, April: €516. 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 Monte Real is €120, up 33% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €85/night, 2-bedroom properties average €98/night, 3-bedroom properties average €152/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €339/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Monte Real book an average of 29 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 26 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 36 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Monte Real Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 4%, occupancy fell 3%, average nightly rates increased 33%, and lead time decreased 20%. The sharp rate increase alongside declining occupancy and revenue suggests hosts are competing on price despite reduced supply, while the substantial gap between average ($10,525) and high-performing listings ($28,140) indicates significant performance stratification in the market.

In Monte Real, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 9% higher occupancy than weekdays.