Insight
Short-term rental stays across the European Union increased by 9.7% in the first quarter of 2026.
Short-term rental stays across the EU rise 9.7% in first quarter
Summary
STR stays in the EU surged 9.7% in Q1 2026, with 144.3 million bookings. Malta led growth at 30.5%, followed by Slovenia and Slovakia. Larger markets like Germany and Italy saw ~15% increases, indicating continued demand across Europe.
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