What Are the Best Places to Invest in Airbnb in Hungary?

Source: AirROI Reviewed by Jun Zhou , Founder @ AirROI
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The short-term rental market in Hungary spans 63 cities tracked in AirROI's 2026 dataset, ranging from mature urban markets with thousands of active listings to emerging destinations where early operators still have pricing leverage. Supply growth, regulation, and seasonal demand vary significantly across the region — making market selection one of the highest-leverage decisions an Airbnb investor can make.

This page ranks the best Airbnb markets in Hungary across four dimensions: market depth (active listings), revenue, nightly rate (ADR), and occupancy rate. Budapest, Central Hungary leads by market size with 10,353 active listings and $1,540/month revenue. Across all ranked markets, average occupancy is 32.7% with $840/month in average revenue and $143/night ADR.

Rankings based on AirROI's analysis of 20,000,000+ short-term rental listings across revenue, ADR, occupancy, and regulation. See ranking methodology.

Top Airbnb Markets in Hungary by Active Listings

Active listing count is the most direct measure of a market's depth, maturity, and investor confidence. Cities with the most Airbnb listings in Hungary attract the highest volume of travelers and offer the most reliable benchmarking data for pricing and revenue projections. Budapest, Central Hungary leads with 10,353 active short-term rental listings and $1,540/month in average revenue.

#MarketActive Listings (TTM)Revenue/moADROccupancyRegulation
1Budapest, Central Hungary10,353$1,540$12851.1%High
2Siófok, Transdanubia493$794$17031.0%High
3Szeged, Great Plain and North220$550$7535.1%High
4Pécs, Transdanubia195$566$7034.2%High
5Eger, Great Plain and North169$535$9127.6%High
6Debrecen, Great Plain and North153$699$8435.4%High
7Gyor, Transdanubia137$698$7937.0%High
8Hajdúszoboszló, Great Plain and North130$348$12122.3%High
9Hévíz, Transdanubia117$411$8927.9%High
10Miskolc, Great Plain and North109$465$8327.1%High
11Balatonfüred, Transdanubia102$688$14131.0%High
12Balatonalmádi, Transdanubia99$1,039$19930.0%High
13Keszthely, Transdanubia96$770$12336.3%High
14Sopron, Transdanubia70$1,078$11739.3%High
15Balatonlelle, Transdanubia63$965$20534.3%High
16Veszprém, Transdanubia62$736$10330.9%High
17Zamárdi, Transdanubia60$714$18429.3%High
18Fonyód, Transdanubia57$726$16533.4%High
19Tihany, Transdanubia54$1,100$16931.3%High
20Nagymaros, Central Hungary49$1,453$13343.0%High
21Balatonföldvár, Transdanubia49$605$18235.6%High
22Badacsonytomaj, Transdanubia48$1,038$17031.1%High
23Balatonboglár, Transdanubia47$673$15733.6%High
24Esztergom, Transdanubia45$760$10332.2%High
25Zalakaros, Transdanubia44$350$8724.1%High
26Balatonmáriafürdő, Transdanubia43$779$13236.9%High
27Alsóörs, Transdanubia39$983$18133.3%High
28Gyula, Great Plain and North38$450$9623.9%High
29Kecskemét, Great Plain and North38$504$8432.5%High
30Székesfehérvár, Transdanubia37$550$8031.8%High
31Nyíregyháza, Great Plain and North34$834$13335.9%High
32Balatonfenyves, Transdanubia33$511$15832.6%High
33Vecsés, Central Hungary31$770$9735.1%High
34Kaposvár, Transdanubia31$324$5728.8%High
35Szentendre, Central Hungary30$1,084$12934.7%High
36Balatonszemes, Transdanubia29$641$18227.4%High
37Révfülöp, Transdanubia29$829$18832.5%High
38Mosonmagyaróvár, Transdanubia28$686$9531.1%High
39Sárvár, Transdanubia28$386$8323.0%High
40Vonyarcvashegy, Transdanubia28$1,017$19335.4%High
41Balatonszárszó, Transdanubia27$1,255$24136.3%High
42Balatongyörök, Transdanubia26$718$19129.2%High
43Bük, Transdanubia26$472$9523.0%High
44Csopak, Transdanubia26$1,014$20436.1%High
45Balatonakarattya, Transdanubia25$2,367$39632.1%High
46Gyenesdiás, Transdanubia24$574$17130.0%High
47Balatonszepezd, Transdanubia23$1,647$16842.7%High
48Harkány, Transdanubia23$249$6421.8%High
49Szigliget, Transdanubia23$812$19228.6%High
50Szombathely, Transdanubia23$565$9330.2%High
51Zebegény, Central Hungary22$1,554$15539.9%High
52Balatonkeresztúr, Transdanubia22$722$11541.6%High
53Verőce, Central Hungary21$1,008$12429.3%High
54Velence, Transdanubia20$681$26125.5%High
55Balatonfűzfő, Transdanubia19$1,128$14538.6%High
56Balatonudvari, Transdanubia19$914$18932.6%High
57Ábrahámhegy, Transdanubia19$1,423$21640.5%High
58Budaörs, Central Hungary18$1,267$11547.1%High
59Vác, Central Hungary18$553$8828.6%High
60Balatonakali, Transdanubia18$1,576$20632.1%High
61Balatonkenese, Transdanubia18$1,153$21829.7%High
62Gárdony, Transdanubia18$1,064$13737.0%High
63Orfű, Transdanubia18$552$13526.8%High

Most Profitable Airbnb Markets in Hungary by Revenue

The most profitable Airbnb cities in Hungary are those where hosts earn the highest average monthly revenue per listing — the single most telling indicator of a market's income potential. Balatonakarattya, Transdanubia leads with $2,367/month at $396 ADR and 32.1% occupancy. Whether you are evaluating your first STR investment or benchmarking an existing property, these top-earning Airbnb markets show where vacation rentals generate the greatest short-term rental income.

#MarketRevenue/moActive Listings (TTM)ADROccupancyRegulation
1Balatonakarattya, Transdanubia$2,36725$39632.1%High
2Balatonszepezd, Transdanubia$1,64723$16842.7%High
3Balatonakali, Transdanubia$1,57618$20632.1%High
4Zebegény, Central Hungary$1,55422$15539.9%High
5Budapest, Central Hungary$1,54010,353$12851.1%High
6Nagymaros, Central Hungary$1,45349$13343.0%High
7Ábrahámhegy, Transdanubia$1,42319$21640.5%High
8Budaörs, Central Hungary$1,26718$11547.1%High
9Balatonszárszó, Transdanubia$1,25527$24136.3%High
10Balatonkenese, Transdanubia$1,15318$21829.7%High
11Balatonfűzfő, Transdanubia$1,12819$14538.6%High
12Tihany, Transdanubia$1,10054$16931.3%High
13Szentendre, Central Hungary$1,08430$12934.7%High
14Sopron, Transdanubia$1,07870$11739.3%High
15Gárdony, Transdanubia$1,06418$13737.0%High
16Balatonalmádi, Transdanubia$1,03999$19930.0%High
17Badacsonytomaj, Transdanubia$1,03848$17031.1%High
18Vonyarcvashegy, Transdanubia$1,01728$19335.4%High
19Csopak, Transdanubia$1,01426$20436.1%High
20Verőce, Central Hungary$1,00821$12429.3%High
21Alsóörs, Transdanubia$98339$18133.3%High
22Balatonlelle, Transdanubia$96563$20534.3%High
23Balatonudvari, Transdanubia$91419$18932.6%High
24Nyíregyháza, Great Plain and North$83434$13335.9%High
25Révfülöp, Transdanubia$82929$18832.5%High
26Szigliget, Transdanubia$81223$19228.6%High
27Siófok, Transdanubia$794493$17031.0%High
28Balatonmáriafürdő, Transdanubia$77943$13236.9%High
29Keszthely, Transdanubia$77096$12336.3%High
30Vecsés, Central Hungary$77031$9735.1%High
31Esztergom, Transdanubia$76045$10332.2%High
32Veszprém, Transdanubia$73662$10330.9%High
33Fonyód, Transdanubia$72657$16533.4%High
34Balatonkeresztúr, Transdanubia$72222$11541.6%High
35Balatongyörök, Transdanubia$71826$19129.2%High
36Zamárdi, Transdanubia$71460$18429.3%High
37Debrecen, Great Plain and North$699153$8435.4%High
38Gyor, Transdanubia$698137$7937.0%High
39Balatonfüred, Transdanubia$688102$14131.0%High
40Mosonmagyaróvár, Transdanubia$68628$9531.1%High
41Velence, Transdanubia$68120$26125.5%High
42Balatonboglár, Transdanubia$67347$15733.6%High
43Balatonszemes, Transdanubia$64129$18227.4%High
44Balatonföldvár, Transdanubia$60549$18235.6%High
45Gyenesdiás, Transdanubia$57424$17130.0%High
46Pécs, Transdanubia$566195$7034.2%High
47Szombathely, Transdanubia$56523$9330.2%High
48Vác, Central Hungary$55318$8828.6%High
49Orfű, Transdanubia$55218$13526.8%High
50Szeged, Great Plain and North$550220$7535.1%High
51Székesfehérvár, Transdanubia$55037$8031.8%High
52Eger, Great Plain and North$535169$9127.6%High
53Balatonfenyves, Transdanubia$51133$15832.6%High
54Kecskemét, Great Plain and North$50438$8432.5%High
55Bük, Transdanubia$47226$9523.0%High
56Miskolc, Great Plain and North$465109$8327.1%High
57Gyula, Great Plain and North$45038$9623.9%High
58Hévíz, Transdanubia$411117$8927.9%High
59Sárvár, Transdanubia$38628$8323.0%High
60Zalakaros, Transdanubia$35044$8724.1%High
61Hajdúszoboszló, Great Plain and North$348130$12122.3%High
62Kaposvár, Transdanubia$32431$5728.8%High
63Harkány, Transdanubia$24923$6421.8%High

Most Expensive Airbnb Markets in Hungary by Nightly Rate

The average daily rate (ADR) measures how much guests pay per night in each market, making it the clearest indicator of a city's short-term rental pricing power. Balatonakarattya, Transdanubia commands the highest Airbnb nightly rate in Hungary at $396/night, generating $2,367/month at 32.1% occupancy. Markets with premium nightly pricing typically feature high-demand destinations where travelers pay a significant premium over hotel alternatives.

#MarketADRActive Listings (TTM)Revenue/moOccupancyRegulation
1Balatonakarattya, Transdanubia$39625$2,36732.1%High
2Velence, Transdanubia$26120$68125.5%High
3Balatonszárszó, Transdanubia$24127$1,25536.3%High
4Balatonkenese, Transdanubia$21818$1,15329.7%High
5Ábrahámhegy, Transdanubia$21619$1,42340.5%High
6Balatonakali, Transdanubia$20618$1,57632.1%High
7Balatonlelle, Transdanubia$20563$96534.3%High
8Csopak, Transdanubia$20426$1,01436.1%High
9Balatonalmádi, Transdanubia$19999$1,03930.0%High
10Vonyarcvashegy, Transdanubia$19328$1,01735.4%High
11Szigliget, Transdanubia$19223$81228.6%High
12Balatongyörök, Transdanubia$19126$71829.2%High
13Balatonudvari, Transdanubia$18919$91432.6%High
14Révfülöp, Transdanubia$18829$82932.5%High
15Zamárdi, Transdanubia$18460$71429.3%High
16Balatonföldvár, Transdanubia$18249$60535.6%High
17Balatonszemes, Transdanubia$18229$64127.4%High
18Alsóörs, Transdanubia$18139$98333.3%High
19Gyenesdiás, Transdanubia$17124$57430.0%High
20Badacsonytomaj, Transdanubia$17048$1,03831.1%High
21Siófok, Transdanubia$170493$79431.0%High
22Tihany, Transdanubia$16954$1,10031.3%High
23Balatonszepezd, Transdanubia$16823$1,64742.7%High
24Fonyód, Transdanubia$16557$72633.4%High
25Balatonfenyves, Transdanubia$15833$51132.6%High
26Balatonboglár, Transdanubia$15747$67333.6%High
27Zebegény, Central Hungary$15522$1,55439.9%High
28Balatonfűzfő, Transdanubia$14519$1,12838.6%High
29Balatonfüred, Transdanubia$141102$68831.0%High
30Gárdony, Transdanubia$13718$1,06437.0%High
31Orfű, Transdanubia$13518$55226.8%High
32Nyíregyháza, Great Plain and North$13334$83435.9%High
33Nagymaros, Central Hungary$13349$1,45343.0%High
34Balatonmáriafürdő, Transdanubia$13243$77936.9%High
35Szentendre, Central Hungary$12930$1,08434.7%High
36Budapest, Central Hungary$12810,353$1,54051.1%High
37Verőce, Central Hungary$12421$1,00829.3%High
38Keszthely, Transdanubia$12396$77036.3%High
39Hajdúszoboszló, Great Plain and North$121130$34822.3%High
40Sopron, Transdanubia$11770$1,07839.3%High
41Balatonkeresztúr, Transdanubia$11522$72241.6%High
42Budaörs, Central Hungary$11518$1,26747.1%High
43Veszprém, Transdanubia$10362$73630.9%High
44Esztergom, Transdanubia$10345$76032.2%High
45Vecsés, Central Hungary$9731$77035.1%High
46Gyula, Great Plain and North$9638$45023.9%High
47Bük, Transdanubia$9526$47223.0%High
48Mosonmagyaróvár, Transdanubia$9528$68631.1%High
49Szombathely, Transdanubia$9323$56530.2%High
50Eger, Great Plain and North$91169$53527.6%High
51Hévíz, Transdanubia$89117$41127.9%High
52Vác, Central Hungary$8818$55328.6%High
53Zalakaros, Transdanubia$8744$35024.1%High
54Kecskemét, Great Plain and North$8438$50432.5%High
55Debrecen, Great Plain and North$84153$69935.4%High
56Miskolc, Great Plain and North$83109$46527.1%High
57Sárvár, Transdanubia$8328$38623.0%High
58Székesfehérvár, Transdanubia$8037$55031.8%High
59Gyor, Transdanubia$79137$69837.0%High
60Szeged, Great Plain and North$75220$55035.1%High
61Pécs, Transdanubia$70195$56634.2%High
62Harkány, Transdanubia$6423$24921.8%High
63Kaposvár, Transdanubia$5731$32428.8%High

Highest Occupancy Airbnb Markets in Hungary

The highest-demand short-term rental markets in Hungary, ranked by Airbnb occupancy rate and filtered to markets with 300+ active listings.

#MarketOccupancyActive Listings (TTM)Revenue/moADRRegulation
1Budapest, Central Hungary51.1%10,353$1,540$128High
2Siófok, Transdanubia31.0%493$794$170High

How to Choose an Airbnb Investment Market in Hungary

No single ranking tells the full story. The best Airbnb market for a given investor depends on their capital, risk tolerance, operating model, and income goals. The four ranking dimensions on this page — market depth, revenue, ADR, and occupancy — serve different investor profiles.

If you prioritize predictable cash flow, start with the occupancy rankings. Markets where occupancy exceeds 55% offer consistent bookings and lower vacancy risk. High-occupancy markets may not have the highest nightly rates, but their revenue stability makes them better suited for mortgage-backed investments where monthly debt coverage matters more than peak earnings.

If you're targeting maximum income per property, use the revenue rankings. Revenue is the product of nightly rate and occupancy — it captures the combined effect of both. The highest-revenue Airbnb markets in Hungary tend to be destination cities where travelers stay longer and pay a premium for entire-home listings.

If you're evaluating luxury or premium positioning, the ADR rankings show where guests are willing to pay top dollar per night. High-ADR markets reward property upgrades, professional photography, and amenity investments. However, a high nightly rate with low occupancy may generate less income than a moderately priced listing that stays booked consistently.

If you want the deepest market data, the active listings rankings identify cities with the largest short-term rental supply. More listings mean more comparable properties for pricing, more data points for revenue projections, and typically a more liquid resale market if your investment thesis changes.

In all cases, check the regulation column before committing capital. A profitable market with high regulation may require permits, annual caps on rental days, or costly compliance steps that erode returns. Markets with low regulation offer faster time-to-market but may tighten rules as STR supply grows.

Short-Term Rental Regulation in Hungary

Understanding the regulatory environment is critical for any Airbnb investment in Hungary. Regulation affects licensing costs, annual operating limits, tax obligations, and the long-term viability of a short-term rental strategy.

Across the 63 markets ranked on this page: 0 have a low regulation profile (generally operator-friendly with minimal licensing requirements), 0 have medium regulation (some permit or registration requirements), and 63 have high regulation (strict licensing, annual rental day caps, or active enforcement). Markets with low regulation offer the lowest barrier to entry, while high-regulation markets may still be profitable — but require careful compliance planning and often limit the number of properties a single operator can manage.

AirROI classifies regulation as a market-level signal based on available ordinance data and platform registration patterns. This is not legal advice — always verify current local ordinances, as short-term rental rules can change rapidly, especially in high-growth markets where municipalities are actively responding to STR expansion.

How We Rank the Best Airbnb Investment Markets in Hungary

This page ranks Airbnb markets in Hungary across four dimensions that matter most to short-term rental investors and operators: market depth (active listings), revenue potential (monthly income per listing), pricing power (average daily rate), and booking demand (occupancy rate). Each ranking uses the same underlying dataset but sorts by a different metric, giving you multiple lenses to evaluate where to invest in Airbnb in Hungary.

No single metric tells the full story. A market with high ADR but low occupancy may underperform one with moderate pricing and strong demand. Revenue captures the combined effect of rate and occupancy, while active listings signal whether a market has enough depth for reliable benchmarking and a liquid resale environment. We include regulation data alongside every ranking so you can weigh compliance risk before committing capital.

Ranking Methodology & Data Sources

  • Active Listings (TTM): The count of active short-term rental listings in each market over the trailing twelve months — a proxy for market maturity, data reliability, and investor confidence in Hungary.
  • Monthly Revenue: Average gross revenue per listing per month — the bottom-line metric for evaluating Airbnb profitability in Hungary and projecting cash flow.
  • Average Daily Rate (ADR): The mean nightly booking price across all active listings — the clearest measure of a market's short-term rental pricing power.
  • Occupancy Rate: Percentage of available nights booked — the demand signal that determines how much of your nightly rate converts to actual income. Occupancy rankings are filtered to markets with 300+ listings to exclude small markets with unreliable averages.
  • Regulation: An indicator of the local regulatory climate in Hungary, from low (operator-friendly) to high (strict licensing and enforcement) — essential for assessing compliance risk.

All data is sourced from AirROI's proprietary analytics pipeline, which tracks 20,000,000+ properties across 190+ countries. Metrics are recalculated on a rolling basis using trailing twelve-month aggregates from active listings. For full methodology, see the data methodology page.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Best Airbnb Markets in Hungary

These quick answers summarize the most common investor and operator questions using AirROI's latest market data for Hungary.

What are the best places to invest in Airbnb in Hungary?

Budapest, Central Hungary leads this ranking for Hungary with 10,353 active listings — the largest market by depth. Markets are ranked by listing count because deeper markets offer more comparable data, more pricing benchmarks, and a more predictable operating environment for investors. Each row also shows revenue, ADR, occupancy, and regulation so investors can evaluate based on what matters most to them.

Which market has the highest Airbnb revenue in Hungary?

Balatonakarattya, Transdanubia posts the highest average monthly revenue in this ranking at $2,367. Revenue leaders often combine healthy rates, solid occupancy, and enough listing scale to support repeatable operations rather than one-off outliers.

Which market has the strongest Airbnb occupancy in Hungary?

Budapest, Central Hungary has the highest occupancy rate in this comparison at 51.1%. High occupancy can signal resilient demand, but investors still need to balance it against nightly rates, regulation, and supply depth before deciding where to buy or operate.

Is short-term rental investing still profitable in Hungary in 2026?

The markets ranked here average 32.7% occupancy, and the top performer posts $2,367 in monthly revenue. Profitability depends on property acquisition cost, local operating expenses, and regulation compliance — but the data shows active, performing markets exist across Hungary for well-researched investors.

How often are AirROI's top Airbnb market rankings updated?

AirROI updates these rankings using the latest market snapshot available in the dataset, which for this page is anchored to 2026. Rankings should be treated as current market intelligence rather than permanent truths because pricing, demand, regulation, and supply can all shift over time.

What metrics should I use to evaluate Airbnb investments in Hungary?

The most important metrics for comparing short-term rental markets are active listing count (market depth and data reliability), occupancy rate (demand consistency), average daily rate (pricing power), monthly revenue (income potential), and regulation level (compliance cost and risk). This ranking sorts by market depth first; use the other columns to filter for the profile that fits your investment strategy.

What makes a good Airbnb market for first-time investors in Hungary?

First-time investors in Hungary should prioritize markets with high occupancy (55%+) and low regulation, which reduce the risk of empty calendars and compliance surprises. Markets with 200+ active listings also provide better benchmarking data and a more predictable operating environment. Revenue is important, but consistent demand is more forgiving for operators still learning pricing and guest management.

What is a good Airbnb occupancy rate in Hungary?

Across the markets ranked here, the average occupancy rate in Hungary is 32.7%. Occupancy above 50% is generally considered healthy for short-term rentals, and above 65% signals strong, sustained demand. However, the best occupancy rate depends on pricing strategy — some hosts maximize revenue by targeting fewer bookings at higher nightly rates rather than maximizing booking volume.

How does regulation affect Airbnb investment returns in Hungary?

Regulation is one of the most overlooked risks in short-term rental investing. In Hungary, 0 of 63 ranked markets have low regulation, 0 have medium, and 63 have high. High-regulation markets often require permits, limit annual rental days, or impose occupancy taxes — all of which reduce net returns. Low-regulation markets offer faster time-to-market and lower compliance costs, but rules can tighten as STR supply grows.

What is the difference between ADR and RevPAR for Airbnb investing?

ADR (Average Daily Rate) is the average nightly price guests pay, while RevPAR (Revenue Per Available Rental night) factors in both price and occupancy. A market with $200 ADR and 50% occupancy has $100 RevPAR — the same as a market with $125 ADR and 80% occupancy. RevPAR is a better single-number benchmark for comparing markets because it captures how effectively nightly rates convert to realized income. AirROI's city-level reports include RevPAR with percentile breakdowns for deeper analysis.

How many Airbnb listings does a market need to be investable in Hungary?

Markets with fewer than 100 active listings can show volatile averages that do not predict future performance. The median market in this Hungary ranking has about 33 listings. Larger markets (500+) offer more reliable data, more comparable properties for pricing, and typically a more liquid exit if you decide to sell. Smaller markets can still be profitable, but investors should treat the data as directional rather than precise.

How do seasonal and year-round Airbnb markets differ in Hungary?

Seasonal markets in Hungary experience dramatic swings in booking demand — often earning 60-70% of annual revenue in just 3-4 peak months. Year-round markets deliver steadier cash flow with lower peak-to-trough variation. Investors who need predictable monthly income should prioritize high-occupancy markets with low seasonal variance, while those comfortable with cash-flow timing can target seasonal markets where peak rates compensate for off-season softness.

About AirROI Market Data

AirROI tracks over 20 million properties across 190+ countries and maintains 15+ years of historical performance data, making it one of the deepest Airbnb and STR intelligence platforms available. The analytics pipeline aggregates listing-level data monthly — revenue, occupancy, nightly rates, RevPAR, guest demographics, booking patterns, and competitive supply — so investors and operators can benchmark any market against its own history and against neighboring destinations.

Real estate investors, property managers, financial institutions, hospitality consultants, and academic researchers rely on AirROI data to underwrite acquisitions, optimize pricing, model macro trends, and conduct peer-reviewed research. Data is available through in-depth market reports, the data portal for bulk downloads, the Airbnb API with 22 endpoints, and an Airbnb MCP Server for AI agents.

All metrics reflect trailing twelve-month aggregates from active listings as of 2026-04-08. Revenue figures are market averages, not projections. For full methodology, see the data methodology page.

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