Istanbul Airbnb: 30% occupancy (-9.5 pts YoY)

By HostPal Editorial·Updated 299 days ago·Source: Inside Airbnb

Istanbul Airbnb market: 30% occupancy (-9.5pts YoY), ~$81.06 ADR. Regulation: Turkey's Law 7464 (effective 2024) requires a Ministry of Culture and Tourism permit for any STR under 100 nights per bo

At a glance

Median occupancy

30%

-9.5 pts YoY

Median daily rate

$81.06

+25.8% YoY

Active listings

12,663

30,051 total

Revenue per available night

$17.45

Year-over-year performance

Compared to the closest snapshot from approximately 12 months ago, the Istanbul short-term rental market has shifted in measurable ways. Occupancy among active listings is down 9.5 points, while the median daily rate is up 25.8 percent.

When Istanbul Airbnbs perform best

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

License & regulation

Risk: highLicense requiredRegistration required

Turkey's Law 7464 (effective 2024) requires a Ministry of Culture and Tourism permit for any STR under 100 nights per booking. Building majority consent (typically all unit owners) is required — a high bar in practice.

Worst case

Permit refusals are common in apartment buildings without unanimous consent.

What kind of Airbnbs are in Istanbul?

Of the 12,663 active operating listings, 78% are entire homes (vs private rooms), and 35.7% are operated by Airbnb Superhosts.

Bedroom mix among active listings

1 BR

2 BR

Studio: 3.2%1 BR: 63.7%2 BR: 21.7%3 BR: 8%4+ BR: 3.4%

Top neighborhoods in Istanbul

The 39 neighborhoods we track range from established tourist hotspots to emerging investment zones. Here are the five strongest by revenue.

Neighborhood	Listings	Occupancy	RevPAR	YoY
Gaziosmanpasa	20	13%	$36.13	-41.8 pts YoY
Cekmekoy	17	48%	$32.42	+15.1 pts YoY
Gungoren	6	66%	$32.25	-9.5 pts YoY
Catalca	6	57%	$30.49	+2.2 pts YoY
Beykoz	47	30%	$25.54	+3.7 pts YoY

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a license to run an Airbnb in Istanbul?

Yes, Istanbul requires a license or permit to operate a short-term rental.

What is the average Airbnb occupancy in Istanbul?

Active Airbnb listings in Istanbul run at ~30% occupancy (down 9.5 points year over year). Source: Inside Airbnb.

What is the median daily rate for an Airbnb in Istanbul?

The median Airbnb daily rate (ADR) in Istanbul is approximately $81.06, up 25.8% year over year. Based on listings with at least one review in the last 12 months.

How many active Airbnb listings are in Istanbul?

There are approximately 12,663 active short-term rental listings in Istanbul (listings with at least one booking in the last 12 months).

Is Airbnb income growing or shrinking in Istanbul?

Compared to a year ago, Istanbul short-term rental performance has shifted: occupancy -9.5 pts, daily rate +25.8%. Underlying data comes from the latest Inside Airbnb snapshot vs the closest archive ~12 months prior.

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Risk level: high

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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=7,110, ADR n=11,461.

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