Samarkand
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Overview
Annual Rev
UZS67.8m
12 mo avg
↓24%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 3•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 UZS5•••••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
24 days
12 mo avg
↓5 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
UZS156,341
12 mo avg
↓23%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Samarkand market data as of June 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heating | 28 (74%) | +UZS 4,922,601 (+5%) | UZS 112,680,674 | UZS 107,758,074 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
2 bedrooms (11.4 nights)
1 bedroom (4.0 nights)
3 bedrooms (3.2 nights)
4+ bedrooms (2.9 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
2 bedrooms (UZS 8)
1 bedroom (UZS 0)
3 bedrooms (UZS 0)
4+ bedrooms (UZS 0)
Professional host share
Independent hosts (54%)
Professionally managed (46%)
As of June 2026, Samarkand has 177 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Samarkand generates so'm39M per year. High-performing properties earn so'm173M/year, while low-performing properties earn so'm12M/year. With supply essentially flat and revenue declining year-over-year despite minimal competition growth, the market faces a demand contraction rather than oversupply issue. The four-fold gap between high and low performers suggests differentiation remains possible, though overall market conditions are tightening.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Samarkand. Average annual revenue is so'm39M with 15% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to so'm173M/year. Minimal supply growth combined with declining revenue suggests a contracting market, while the significant earnings gap indicates performance is highly property-dependent rather than driven by broad demand strength.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Samarkand is 15%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of so'm647K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of so'm91,285 per day.
2-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Samarkand, with annual revenue of so'm63M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Samarkand market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Samarkand area. I don't have reliable current information about short-term rental regulations or enforcement practices in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. The regulatory framework for vacation rentals in Uzbekistan is not well-documented in available sources, and I cannot verify whether permits, licenses, or specific restrictions exist, nor assess actual enforcement levels. I recommend contacting local tourism authorities or legal advisors in Samarkand for accurate, current information. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Samarkand Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 13%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average ($39.3M) and high revenue ($172.8M) suggests considerable performance variance across listings, while the 15% occupancy rate reflects a market where demand remains constrained relative to available inventory.
Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 34% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-February) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Samarkand listings include: Kitchen (100%), Air Conditioning (97%), Washing Machine (95%), Tv (90%), Heating (74%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Internet, Heating, Parking, with Internet properties earning approximately 17% more (so'm124M/year vs so'm106M/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Samarkand over the last 12 months: May: so'm4631K, June: so'm2323K, July: so'm2114K, August: so'm2335K, September: so'm3235K, October: so'm3639K, November: so'm2504K, December: so'm2089K, January: so'm1809K, February: so'm1350K, March: so'm2734K, April: so'm4629K. 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 Samarkand is so'm647K, up 0% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average so'm503K/night, 2-bedroom properties average so'm729K/night, 3-bedroom properties average so'm866K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average so'm634K/night. Rates peak in May and are lowest in August.
Guests in Samarkand book an average of 26 days in advance, down 6% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 24 days, 2-bedroom: 28 days, 3-bedroom: 19 days, 4+ bedroom: 22 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Samarkand Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 0%, revenue per listing decreased 13%, occupancy fell 25%, average nightly rates increased 0%, and lead time decreased 6%. The flat supply paired with declining occupancy and revenue suggests weakening demand outpacing any competitive pressure, while the substantial gap between average and high-performing listings indicates performance is highly concentrated among top properties.
In Samarkand, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday.