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Airbnb in Vienna: License, Income & Investment Guide 2026

By HostPal Editorial·Updated 314 days ago·Source: Inside Airbnb + Government registry

Vienna Airbnb market: 30% occupancy (+3.7pts YoY), ~$97.2 ADR. Regulation: From mid-2024, STR in residential-zoned buildings in Vienna is capped at 90 nights/year unless the building is rezoned f

At a glance
Median occupancy
30%
+3.7 pts YoY
Median daily rate
$97.2
-1.1% YoY
Active listings
8,661
14,123 total
Revenue per available night
$21.28

Year-over-year performance

Compared to the closest snapshot from approximately 12 months ago, the Vienna short-term rental market has shifted in measurable ways. Occupancy among active listings is up 3.7 points, while the median daily rate is down 1.1 percent.

Vienna — occupancy over time 26% 1y ago 2024-09 30% Now 2025-09

When Vienna Airbnbs perform best

Monthly occupancy data shows the seasonal rhythm of the Vienna short-term rental market. Use this to plan dynamic pricing, target peak demand, and avoid lulls.

Vienna — monthly occupancy 48% 47% 50% 53% 58% 57% 59% 59% 69% 62% 52% 57% JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec 100% 0%

License & regulation

Risk: highLicense requiredRegistration required90-night annual cap

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

Source: https://www.wien.gv.at/stadtentwicklung/recht/bauen/bauordnung/

What kind of Airbnbs are in Vienna?

Of the 8,661 active operating listings, 88.1% are entire homes (vs private rooms), and 34.7% are operated by Airbnb Superhosts.

Bedroom mix among active listings
1 BR
2 BR
Studio: 7.4%1 BR: 64.9%2 BR: 20.8%3 BR: 5.2%4+ BR: 1.7%

Top neighborhoods in Vienna

The 23 neighborhoods we track range from established tourist hotspots to emerging investment zones. Here are the five strongest by revenue.

NeighborhoodListingsOccupancyRevPARYoY
Innere Stadt37136%$48.71+9.7 pts YoY
Neubau38436%$37.69-14.8 pts YoY
Wieden26934%$36.18-8.2 pts YoY
Josefstadt14636%$33.59-6.7 pts YoY
Mariahilf32536%$31.32+1.5 pts YoY

Frequently asked questions

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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Methodology. Market metrics are derived from Inside Airbnb's 2025-09 snapshot, filtered to active listings (those with at least one booking in the last 12 months). Year-over-year deltas compare against the closest archived snapshot ~12 months prior. Sample sizes: occupancy n=5,073, ADR n=7,853.