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Airbnb in Amsterdam: License, Income & Investment Guide 2026

By HostPal Editorial·Updated 317 days ago·Source: Inside Airbnb + Government registry

Amsterdam Airbnb market: 24% occupancy (+1pts YoY), ~$233.28 ADR. Regulation: Amsterdam caps short-term rentals at 30 nights/year and requires a registration number on every listing. Three central d

At a glance
Median occupancy
24%
+1 pts YoY
Median daily rate
$233.28
-4% YoY
Active listings
6,709
10,480 total
Revenue per available night
$31.97

Year-over-year performance

Compared to the closest snapshot from approximately 12 months ago, the Amsterdam short-term rental market has shifted in measurable ways. Occupancy among active listings is up 1 points, while the median daily rate is down 4 percent.

Amsterdam — occupancy over time 10% 2y ago 2023-11 23% 1y ago 2024-09 24% Now 2025-09

Looking further back: Two years ago, 14.1 points lower.

When Amsterdam Airbnbs perform best

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

Amsterdam — monthly occupancy 70% 69% 72% 74% 73% 77% 78% 78% 82% 78% 70% 71% JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec 100% 0%

License & regulation

Risk: bannedLicense requiredRegistration required30-night annual cap

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
Operating without a registration number incurs €23K+ fines. Effectively banned in central districts.

Source: https://www.amsterdam.nl/en/housing/holiday-rental/

What kind of Airbnbs are in Amsterdam?

Of the 6,709 active operating listings, 77.7% are entire homes (vs private rooms), and 25.8% are operated by Airbnb Superhosts.

Bedroom mix among active listings
1 BR
2 BR
3 BR
Studio: 2.3%1 BR: 60.5%2 BR: 24.9%3 BR: 9.3%4+ BR: 3%

Top neighborhoods in Amsterdam

The 22 neighborhoods we track range from established tourist hotspots to emerging investment zones. Here are the five strongest by revenue.

NeighborhoodListingsOccupancyRevPARYoY
Centrum-West91332%$81.32-7.5 pts YoY
Bijlmer-Centrum4743%$59.62-21.1 pts YoY
Centrum-Oost64931%$58.97-9.3 pts YoY
Gaasperdam - Driemond3527.5%$42.01-28.4 pts YoY
De Aker - Nieuw Sloten4116%$32.72-16.9 pts YoY

Frequently asked questions

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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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=5,139, ADR n=4,617.