Quick answer
Amsterdam caps short-term rentals at 30 nights/year and requires a registration number on every listing. Three central districts (Centrum, De Wallen, Burgwallen-Nieuwe-Zijde) effectively ban new STR.
Worst-case scenario
Operating without a registration number incurs €23K+ fines. Effectively banned in central districts.
How Amsterdam's rules shape the market
There are currently 6,709 active short-term-rental listings operating in Amsterdam (of 10,480 total). Median occupancy across those is 24%. The median nightly rate is $233.28. With the 30-night cap, that limits unlicensed annual revenue.
FAQ
Do I need a license to run an Airbnb in Amsterdam?
Yes, Amsterdam requires a license or permit to operate a short-term rental.
How many nights can I rent my Airbnb in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam caps short-term rentals at 30 nights per year for entire homes.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy in Amsterdam?
Active Airbnb listings in Amsterdam run at ~24% occupancy (up 1 points year over year). Source: Inside Airbnb.
What is the median daily rate for an Airbnb in Amsterdam?
The median Airbnb daily rate (ADR) in Amsterdam is approximately $233.28, down 4% year over year. Based on listings with at least one review in the last 12 months.
How many active Airbnb listings are in Amsterdam?
There are approximately 6,709 active short-term rental listings in Amsterdam (listings with at least one booking in the last 12 months).
Is Airbnb income growing or shrinking in Amsterdam?
Compared to a year ago, Amsterdam short-term rental performance has shifted: occupancy +1 pts, daily rate -4%. Underlying data comes from the latest Inside Airbnb snapshot vs the closest archive ~12 months prior.
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