Short-Term Rental Regulations · Ireland

Airbnb rules in Dublin: 2026 guide

Risk: highRegistration required90-night annual cap
Quick answer

Inside Rent Pressure Zones (covering all of Dublin), non-primary-residence STR requires planning permission. Primary residences are limited to 90 nights/year. The Short-Term Tourist Letting Register (since 2024) requires every listing to display a registration number.

Worst-case scenario
Council enforcement has historically been weak but is tightening — properties without planning permission face revenue-to-zero risk.

How Dublin's rules shape the market

There are currently 4,990 active short-term-rental listings operating in Dublin (of 6,945 total). Median occupancy across those is 30%. The median nightly rate is $142.56. With the 90-night cap, that limits unlicensed annual revenue.

FAQ

Do I need a license to run an Airbnb in Dublin?
Dublin 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 Dublin?
Dublin caps short-term rentals at 90 nights per year for entire homes.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy in Dublin?
Active Airbnb listings in Dublin run at ~30% occupancy (down 1.2 points year over year). Source: Inside Airbnb.
What is the median daily rate for an Airbnb in Dublin?
The median Airbnb daily rate (ADR) in Dublin is approximately $142.56, down 5.7% year over year. Based on listings with at least one review in the last 12 months.
How many active Airbnb listings are in Dublin?
There are approximately 4,990 active short-term rental listings in Dublin (listings with at least one booking in the last 12 months).
Is Airbnb income growing or shrinking in Dublin?
Compared to a year ago, Dublin short-term rental performance has shifted: occupancy -1.2 pts, daily rate -5.7%. Underlying data comes from the latest Inside Airbnb snapshot vs the closest archive ~12 months prior.
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Source: https://www.failteireland.ie/Footer/Industry-Standards/Short-Term-Tourist-Lettings/ · Last verified July 2026