Hudiksvall

As of June 2026, Hudiksvall, Söderhamn, Ljusdal have 333 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Hudiksvall generates kr120K per year. High-performing properties earn kr284K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr46K/year. With supply growing faster than revenue and occupancy at 27%, the market shows limited expansion despite new listings. The 6x performance gap between high and low performers suggests significant operational variance, indicating a competitive market where execution quality heavily influences returns.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Hudiksvall. Average annual revenue is kr120K with 27% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr284K/year. Supply growth remains minimal while revenue remains flat, indicating a stable but not expanding market. The significant gap between average and top performers suggests differentiation opportunities exist within a relatively uncrowded competitive landscape.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Hudiksvall is 27%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr239 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Hudiksvall, with annual revenue of kr192K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Hudiksvall market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Hudiksvall area. I don't have reliable information about short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality for Hudiksvall, Söderhamn, and Ljusdal specifically. These smaller Swedish municipalities may have local rules beyond national Swedish regulations, but I cannot verify their specific requirements or actual enforcement practices. I recommend contacting each municipality's planning department (byggnadsnämnd) directly for accurate current information on permits, restrictions, and how actively they enforce rules. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Hudiksvall Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 0%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The wide gap between average revenue ($120,066) and high-performing properties ($283,577) suggests significant performance variance, with low 27% occupancy reflecting a competitive market where differentiation drives returns rather than overall demand growth.

Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 1% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Hudiksvall listings include: Kitchen (96%), Heating (86%), Tv (83%), Washing Machine (69%), Balcony (67%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Sauna, Hot Tub, Ski In Out, with Sauna properties earning approximately 110% more (kr412K/year vs kr196K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Hudiksvall over the last 12 months: May: kr4K, June: kr11K, July: kr11K, August: kr7K, September: kr5K, October: kr5K, November: kr4K, December: kr9K, January: kr8K, February: kr10K, March: kr7K, April: kr5K. 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 Hudiksvall is kr2K, up 34% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kr945/night, 2-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kr2K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kr2K/night. Rates peak in June and are lowest in May.

Guests in Hudiksvall book an average of 32 days in advance, down 13% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 31 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Hudiksvall Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 4%, revenue per listing increased 0%, occupancy fell 12%, average nightly rates increased 34%, and lead time decreased 13%. The sharp rate increases amid falling occupancy and stagnant revenue suggest hosts are competing on price in a softening market, while the wide gap between average ($120,066) and top-performing listings ($283,577) indicates significant performance stratification.

In Hudiksvall, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 23% higher occupancy than weekdays.