Hạ Long

As of June 2026, Hạ Long, Bãi Cháy have 752 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Hạ Long generates VND52M per year. High-performing properties earn VND276M/year, while low-performing properties earn VND15M/year. Despite minimal supply growth, revenue declined sharply year-over-year with occupancy at just 9%, indicating demand contraction outpacing any competitive pressure from new listings. The five-fold revenue gap between high and low performers suggests significant operational or positioning variance within a constrained market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Hạ Long. Average annual revenue is VND52M with 9% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to VND276M/year. Despite minimal supply growth, revenue declined significantly year-over-year while occupancy remained flat, suggesting demand softening outpaced new listings. The five-fold revenue gap between high and average performers indicates substantial performance variance, reflecting selective market conditions.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Hạ Long is 9%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of VND1815K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of VND122K per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Hạ Long, with annual revenue of VND140M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Hạ Long market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Hạ Long area. I don't have reliable information about short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality for Hạ Long and Bãi Cháy in Vietnam. Vietnam's STR rules vary significantly by locality, and enforcement data for these specific areas isn't readily available in English-language sources. I recommend contacting local tourism authorities (Quảng Ninh Department of Tourism) or Vietnamese property management companies operating in these areas for current, accurate regulatory information. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Hạ Long Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 22%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The substantial gap between average revenue ($51.6M) and high revenue ($275.5M) suggests significant performance variance across properties, while the 9% occupancy rate reflects a competitive environment with considerable unutilized capacity.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 25% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (January-October) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Hạ Long listings include: Air Conditioning (100%), Kitchen (100%), Tv (98%), Washing Machine (95%), Parking (90%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Pool, Hot Tub, with Bbq properties earning approximately 257% more (VND680M/year vs VND191M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Hạ Long over the last 12 months: May: VND4825K, June: VND7590K, July: VND8741K, August: VND4377K, September: VND1717K, October: VND1486K, November: VND2583K, December: VND2170K, January: VND1894K, February: VND1880K, March: VND1935K, April: VND5455K. 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 Hạ Long is VND1815K, up 5% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average VND924K/night, 2-bedroom properties average VND1481K/night, 3-bedroom properties average VND2098K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average VND6152K/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in October.

Guests in Hạ Long book an average of 19 days in advance, down 12% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 18 days, 2-bedroom: 18 days, 3-bedroom: 19 days, 4+ bedroom: 23 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Hạ Long Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 0%, revenue per listing decreased 22%, occupancy fell 32%, average nightly rates increased 5%, and lead time decreased 12%. The flat supply paired with plummeting occupancy suggests weakening demand, while rising nightly rates failing to offset revenue declines indicates hosts lack pricing power. The vast gap between average and peak revenues signals highly concentrated performance among top properties.

In Hạ Long, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 31% higher occupancy than weekdays.