Cyprus’ Short-Term Rental Boom: Nearly 2M Guest Nights Fuel EU Tourism Surge!

Cyprus recorded nearly 2 million guest nights (1.96 million) in short-term rentals during Q2 2025 (April–June), significantly contributing to platform-based tourism growth across the European Union. Demand was driven largely through platforms such as Airbnb and similar services, reflecting travelers’ increasing preference for flexible, affordable, and experience-driven accommodation options.

Across the EU, short-term rentals totaled 398.1 million guest nights in Q3 2025, marking an 8.7% year-on-year increase. Cyprus stood out with 19.4% growth, ranking second only to Malta, supported by strong sun-and-beach appeal alongside rising urban tourism demand. This growth highlights Cyprus’s expanding role within Europe’s competitive leisure and short-stay market.

Tourism revenue in Cyprus reached €458.6 million in October 2025, up 12.4% year-on-year, while cumulative earnings from January to October totaled €3.43 billion, reflecting 15% growth. However, average per-visitor spending declined 4% to €852.80, partly due to lower-cost short-term rentals. The UK, Israel, and Germany led arrivals, fueling interest in eco, nature, and experiential tourism.

Key Points

• Cyprus recorded 1.96M short-term rental nights in Q2 2025
  
• EU short-term stays rose 8.7% YoY in Q3 2025
  
• Cyprus growth (19.4%) ranked second after Malta
  
• Tourism revenue rose strongly despite lower per-visitor spend
  
• UK, Israel, and Germany were top source markets
  
• Eco, nature, and experience-based tourism gained momentum