Investing in a vacation rental on the Costa Brava can yield a 6 %–7 % annual return if you optimize pricing, occupancy, and management. This guide shows you how to:

Identify key performance metrics (Cap Rate, RevPAR)

Select high-demand areas

Obtain all required licenses and comply with regulations

Implement marketing strategies and dynamic pricing

Engage professional management to boost your net income

Key Metrics

Cap Rate = (Net annual income / Purchase price) × 100.
Example: €15,000 net income on a €200,000 purchase = 7.5 %.

RevPAR (Revenue per Available Room) measures revenue per unit.

Occupancy Rate
Aim for a 70 %–80 % annual occupancy. Offer discounts for longer stays and adjust availability for holidays and peak season.

Top Locations
Focus on municipalities with strong tourism:

Tossa de Mar: Rates ~10 % above regional average.

Lloret de Mar: Popular with families and groups.

Blanes: Quieter, family-friendly destination.

Licensing & Tax

Secure a tourist rental license from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Report rental income as property income on your IRPF return.

Charge the tourist tax (€0.90–2.25 per night, season-dependent).

Marketing & Dynamic Pricing

List on OTAs (Airbnb, Booking.com) and on your own site.

Use dynamic-pricing tools to adjust nightly rates in real time.

Encourage 5-star reviews and respond promptly to inquiries.

Professional Property Management
Outsource cleaning, check-in/out, and maintenance. A local management company can raise your NOI by 10 %–15 %.

Conclusion & Call to Action
Maximizing ROI requires data-driven decisions, legal compliance, and top-notch guest experience. At Inmobiliaria Barneda-Roses, we offer:

Personalized profitability analysis

Full licensing and tax support

End-to-end management (reservations, cleaning, maintenance)

👉 Contact us today to kick-start your vacation rental project and maximize your returns.