Short-Term Rental Regulations · Austria

Airbnb rules in Vienna: 2026 guide

Risk: highRegistration required90-night annual cap
Quick answer

From mid-2024, STR in residential-zoned buildings in Vienna is capped at 90 nights/year unless the building is rezoned for short-term use. Effectively closes most of Vienna's central apartment stock to non-resident STR.

Worst-case scenario
Rezoning is rarely granted; non-compliant operators face fines and listing takedowns.

How Vienna's rules shape the market

There are currently 8,661 active short-term-rental listings operating in Vienna (of 14,123 total). Median occupancy across those is 30%. The median nightly rate is $97.2. With the 90-night cap, that limits unlicensed annual revenue.

FAQ

Do I need a license to run an Airbnb in Vienna?
Vienna does not require a license, but hosts must register their short-term rental with the city.
How many nights can I rent my Airbnb in Vienna?
Vienna caps short-term rentals at 90 nights per year for entire homes.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy in Vienna?
Active Airbnb listings in Vienna run at ~30% occupancy (up 3.7 points year over year). Source: Inside Airbnb.
What is the median daily rate for an Airbnb in Vienna?
The median Airbnb daily rate (ADR) in Vienna is approximately $97.2, down 1.1% year over year. Based on listings with at least one review in the last 12 months.
How many active Airbnb listings are in Vienna?
There are approximately 8,661 active short-term rental listings in Vienna (listings with at least one booking in the last 12 months).
Is Airbnb income growing or shrinking in Vienna?
Compared to a year ago, Vienna short-term rental performance has shifted: occupancy +3.7 pts, daily rate -1.1%. Underlying data comes from the latest Inside Airbnb snapshot vs the closest archive ~12 months prior.
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Source: https://www.wien.gv.at/stadtentwicklung/recht/bauen/bauordnung/ · Last verified July 2026