Sibiu

As of June 2026, Sibiu, Brașov, Alba Iulia have 848 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 5% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Sibiu generates lei37K per year. High-performing properties earn lei88K/year, while low-performing properties earn lei11K/year. The substantial disparity between high and low earners suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in a select group of listings that likely capture the bulk of traveler demand.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Sibiu. Average annual revenue is lei37K with 25% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to lei88K/year. This variance indicates that profitability in the current market is not uniform, with top-tier listings significantly outperforming the market average despite the overall 25% occupancy rate.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Sibiu is 25%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of lei392, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of lei77 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Sibiu, with annual revenue of lei71K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Sibiu market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Sibiu area. Sibiu: Moderate. Registration with tax authority required, tourism license needed. Standard compliance checks, moderate enforcement through inspections. Brașov: Moderate. Tourism classification certificate mandatory, fire safety compliance, tax registration. Growing enforcement in tourist areas with periodic inspections. Alba Iulia: Lenient. Basic business registration and tax compliance required. Minimal active enforcement, hosts largely self-regulate with occasional checks. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Sibiu Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 3%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in both supply and revenue metrics suggests a market adjusting to lower demand levels rather than one experiencing aggressive growth or oversaturation.

Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak summer season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -4% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (January-March) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Sibiu listings include: Kitchen (96%), Heating (93%), Tv (91%), Washing Machine (63%), Parking (59%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Hot Tub, Air Conditioning, with Bbq properties earning approximately 111% more (lei118K/year vs lei56K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Sibiu over the last 12 months: May: lei2K, June: lei3K, July: lei3K, August: lei3K, September: lei2K, October: lei2K, November: lei2K, December: lei4K, January: lei2K, February: lei2K, March: lei1K, April: lei2K. 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 Sibiu is lei392, up 24% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average lei302/night, 2-bedroom properties average lei451/night, 3-bedroom properties average lei673/night, 4+ bedroom properties average lei1K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Sibiu book an average of 22 days in advance, down 29% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 20 days, 2-bedroom: 25 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 30 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Sibiu Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 5%, revenue per listing decreased 3%, occupancy fell 12%, average nightly rates increased 24%, and lead time decreased 29%. These shifts reflect a pivot toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing, highlighting a market transition toward more last-minute, premium-focused travel behavior.

In Sibiu, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 48% higher occupancy than weekdays.