Sintra

As of May 2026, Sintra, Cascais, Estoril have 922 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Sintra generates €24K per year. High-performing properties earn €59K/year, while low-performing properties earn €11K/year. This wide disparity suggests that the market rewards specific asset types or operational strategies significantly more than the average, highlighting a polarized landscape where top-tier inventory captures outsized demand despite broader revenue contractions.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Sintra. Average annual revenue is €24K with 37% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €59K/year. The delta between high and average performers indicates that even with a 37% occupancy baseline, significant revenue upside exists for units that successfully differentiate themselves within the current market environment.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Sintra is 37%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €185, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €43 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Sintra, with annual revenue of €52K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Sintra market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Sintra area. Sintra: Moderate. AL (Alojamento Local) registration mandatory, municipal tax collection required. Standard Portuguese rules apply. Moderate enforcement with occasional inspections. Cascais: Moderate. AL registration required, building approval needed in condos, tourist tax applies. Growing enforcement focus in historic areas with compliance checks. Estoril: Moderate. Part of Cascais municipality, same AL registration and tax rules. Standard enforcement, fewer restrictions than Lisbon but monitored for illegal operations. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Sintra Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 20%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous contraction in both supply and revenue suggests a natural market correction where less efficient listings are exiting, potentially stabilizing the competitive landscape for remaining operators.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -39% 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 Sintra listings include: Kitchen (93%), Tv (73%), Washing Machine (63%), Balcony (59%), Heating (57%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Gym, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 144% more (€69K/year vs €29K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Sintra over the last 12 months: May: €2K, June: €2K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €2K, October: €1K, November: €925, December: €1K, January: €610, February: €612, March: €1K, April: €2K. 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 Sintra is €185, up 19% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €110/night, 2-bedroom properties average €154/night, 3-bedroom properties average €204/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €628/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Guests in Sintra book an average of 36 days in advance, down 26% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 34 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 38 days, 4+ bedroom: 46 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Sintra Airbnb and VRBO market has seen: supply -11%, revenue -20%, occupancy -10%, nightly rates +19%, and lead time -26%. These shifts reveal a tightening market where higher pricing and shorter booking windows signal a shift toward more spontaneous, premium-focused travel, forcing hosts to adapt to reduced booking lead times.

In Sintra, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Thursday. Weekends show 11% higher occupancy than weekdays.