Santarém

As of June 2026, Santarém, Tomar, Fátima have 710 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Santarém generates €14K per year. High-performing properties earn €35K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. This wide revenue variance suggests that top-tier assets capture significantly higher market share despite a 13% contraction in overall supply, highlighting a bifurcated performance landscape.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Santarém. Average annual revenue is €14K with 29% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €35K/year. The delta between average and high performance indicates that elite properties maintain strong revenue resilience even as aggregate market revenue experiences a 10% annual decline.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Santarém is 29%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €159, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €26 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Santarém, with annual revenue of €29K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Santarém market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Santarém area. Santarém: Moderate. AL (Alojamento Local) registration required with tax authority and tourism board. No owner-occupancy rules. Standard Portuguese regulations apply. Moderate enforcement through inspections. Tomar: Moderate. AL registration mandatory, fire safety compliance needed. No density limits. Enforcement exists but inconsistent in smaller properties. Fátima: Lenient. AL registration required but enforcement light due to religious tourism demand. Many operate informally. Authorities prioritize pilgrim accommodation availability over strict compliance. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Santarém Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 10%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics where the reduction in active listings is largely offsetting the softening revenue per unit, preventing a sharper market correction.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 19% 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 Santarém listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (83%), Air Conditioning (68%), Washing Machine (61%), Balcony (59%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bicycles, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 87% more (€44K/year vs €24K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Santarém over the last 12 months: May: €768, June: €946, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €946, October: €699, November: €721, December: €818, January: €464, February: €436, March: €548, April: €839. 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 Santarém is €159, up 30% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €90/night, 2-bedroom properties average €121/night, 3-bedroom properties average €187/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €347/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Santarém book an average of 30 days in advance, down 29% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 30 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 Santarém Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 13%, revenue per listing decreased 10%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 30%, and lead time decreased 29%. These metrics suggest a shift toward shorter-term, higher-priced bookings amidst a shrinking inventory base.

In Santarém, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 29% higher occupancy than weekdays.