Setubal

As of June 2026, Setúbal, Sesimbra, Comporta have 2,527 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Setubal generates €19K per year. High-performing properties earn €40K/year, while low-performing properties earn €8K/year. Despite declining supply and revenue year-over-year, the 38% occupancy rate and significant performance gap suggest a market where differentiation between properties drives returns more than overall demand growth.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Setubal. Average annual revenue is €19K with 38% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €40K/year. The significant gap between average and top performers, combined with declining supply and revenue, suggests a consolidating market where differentiation is increasingly important for maintaining returns.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Setubal is 38%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €145, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €33 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Setubal, with annual revenue of €37K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Setubal market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Setubal area. Setúbal: Moderate. Registration with tourism authority (RNAL) required, liability insurance mandatory. Standard enforcement through inspections and neighbor complaints. Sesimbra: Moderate. RNAL registration required, municipal authorization needed in some zones. Moderate enforcement, some unlicensed units operate. Comporta: Lenient. RNAL registration required but enforcement light in rural areas. Many luxury villas operate informally, minimal active monitoring. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Setubal Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 23%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($19,358) and high-performing properties ($40,009) suggests market stratification, where top-tier listings capture disproportionate revenue despite moderate 38% occupancy rates.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -12% 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 Setubal listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (84%), Washing Machine (76%), Air Conditioning (61%), Balcony (53%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 109% more (€52K/year vs €25K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Setubal over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €1K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €1K, October: €982, November: €569, December: €720, January: €405, February: €425, March: €689, April: €1K. 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 Setubal is €145, up 17% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €92/night, 2-bedroom properties average €125/night, 3-bedroom properties average €187/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €399/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in January.

Guests in Setubal book an average of 30 days in advance, down 32% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days, 4+ bedroom: 41 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Setubal Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing decreased 23%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 17%, and lead time decreased 32%. The rate increases failing to offset revenue declines, combined with falling occupancy and shortened booking windows, suggest weakening demand relative to pricing power. The wide gap between average ($19,358) and top-performing listings ($40,009) indicates significant performance stratification in a tightening market.

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