Rayong

As of June 2026, Rayong, Ban Phe, Klaeng have 514 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Rayong generates ฿179K per year. High-performing properties earn ฿735K/year, while low-performing properties earn ฿57K/year. With supply essentially flat while revenue grows double-digits, demand is outpacing available inventory—yet the 19% occupancy rate and four-fold performance gap suggest highly uneven market conditions where property positioning determines outcomes far more than overall market growth.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Rayong. Average annual revenue is ฿179K with 19% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to ฿735K/year. Flat supply combined with strong revenue growth suggests improving demand dynamics, though the four-fold gap between average and top performers indicates significant performance variance within the market.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Rayong is 19%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of ฿4K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of ฿391 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Rayong, with annual revenue of ฿368K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Rayong market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Rayong area. I don't have reliable data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality for Rayong, Ban Phe, or Klaeng specifically. Thailand's STR regulations are primarily national (hotel act requirements) with inconsistent local enforcement. Without verified information on these specific municipalities' rules and actual enforcement practices, I recommend contacting local municipal offices or Thai tourism authorities directly for current requirements. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Rayong Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing strong demand growth conditions. Supply has declined 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 18%. This indicates healthy demand growth outpacing supply. The wide gap between average ($179,265) and high-performing ($734,829) revenues suggests significant performance variance, reflecting a competitive market where property differentiation drives returns.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak winter season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -31% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-September) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Rayong listings include: Air Conditioning (97%), Tv (94%), Kitchen (92%), Pool (70%), Balcony (63%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Pool, Heating, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 75% more (฿688K/year vs ฿393K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Rayong over the last 12 months: May: ฿10K, June: ฿6K, July: ฿8K, August: ฿6K, September: ฿4K, October: ฿9K, November: ฿9K, December: ฿20K, January: ฿17K, February: ฿16K, March: ฿17K, April: ฿20K. 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 Rayong is ฿4K, up 37% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average ฿2K/night, 2-bedroom properties average ฿3K/night, 3-bedroom properties average ฿5K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average ฿10K/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in August.

Guests in Rayong book an average of 20 days in advance, down 10% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 18 days, 2-bedroom: 21 days, 3-bedroom: 24 days, 4+ bedroom: 25 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Rayong Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 0%, revenue per listing increased 18%, occupancy fell 11%, average nightly rates increased 37%, and lead time decreased 10%. Despite flat supply, the 11% occupancy decline paired with 37% rate increases suggests hosts are prioritizing higher nightly rates over volume, while the substantial gap between average ($179,265) and top-performing listings ($734,829) indicates significant performance stratification.

In Rayong, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 15% higher occupancy than weekdays.