Visiting Vancouver

Vancouver, the largest city in British Columbia and one of Canada’s most vibrant cities, is a great destination for tourists looking to experience its unique blend of urban culture and stunning natural beauty. With its bustling downtown core full of world-class restaurants, bars and shops; iconic attractions such as Stanley Park, Granville Island Market and Grouse Mountain; plus an abundance of outdoor activities including skiing, snowboarding, kayaking and hiking — there’s no shortage of things to do during a stay in Vancouver. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway or an action-packed adventure, Vancouver has something to offer everyone!

AIRBNB in Vancouver

Airbnb has become an increasingly popular option for accommodations in Vancouver. The number of active Airbnb hosts in the city continues to grow, with thousands of people renting out their homes and apartments on the platform. According to data from Airbnb, almost 70 percent of these listings are entire homes or apartments, making this a great option for those who want to have their own space during their stay. There are also a variety of different types of listings available, ranging from private rooms to shared homes and apartments. Airbnb’s prices tend to be cheaper than those of hotels in Vancouver, so it can be a great budget-friendly option for travellers.

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vacation rentals in Vancouver by numbers

Average daily rate

$221

Occupancy rate

84%

Annual revenue

$42,108

revenue by bedroom

Property Type	Estimated Annual Revenue
One Bedroom	$42,692.94
Two bedroom	$59,173.76
Three bedroom	$89,154.88

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Airbnb rules

What is allowed for short-term rentals in Vancouver?

A short-term rental can:
• Be an entire home, or a room within that home, that is rented for less than 30 consecutive days at a time
• Only be operated from your principal residence – the home where you live, as an owner or tenant, and use for bills, identification, taxes, and insurance
• Be a laneway or secondary suite ONLY if the operator lives there and it is their principal residence (not permitted if the operator lives in the primary dwelling unit on the property)
• Be licensed ONLY to the person who resides in the property
• Be managed and marketed by a property management company with a valid property management business licence

What is not allowed for short-term rentals in Vancouver

• Operating, listing, or advertising a short-term rental without displaying a valid business licence
• Operating a short-term rental in a home that is not your principal residence
• Operating in an unauthorized or illegal dwelling unit
• Causing negative community impact through noise, garbage, and parking
• Using the same licence for multiple properties
• Using accessory buildings, like garages or studios for a short-term rental

Audits & Reviews for Short-term Rentals in Vancouver

An audit is a formal review of your licence application to confirm your short-term rental business qualifies under Vancouver’s regulations.
During the review, you may be asked to submit:
• Legal documentation verifying the address for the short-term rental as your principal residence
• A strata approval letter
• A landlord approval letter
• Your property manager’s contact information
• Your booking calendar for the last 12 months and future reservations

Vancouver’s Prohibited Buildings Registry

The City of Vancouver’s prohibited buildings registry restricts the online issuance of short-term rental licences for all SRO and Rental 100 buildings and many strata buildings in Vancouver.
Any strata whose by-laws do not permit short-term rentals in the building may contact the City of Vancouver through their property management company to have their building added to the list.

Listings in Vancouver

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Visiting Vancouver

AIRBNB in Vancouver

vacation rentals in Vancouver by numbers

$221

84%

$42,108

revenue by bedroom

Get a personalized income estimate

Airbnb rules

Listings in Vancouver

Get a personalized income estimate

Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to rent my home on Airbnb?

How much rental revenue can my home generate?

How often can I stay at my home?

Who takes care of getting the home ready to rent on Airbnb?

Who takes care of the cleaning and who pays for it?

What do I need to rent my home on Airbnb?

What does it mean to be an Airbnb superhost?

Do I have to sign a long-term contract?

Do you charge initial setup fees?

Is AtEase BnB legitimate?

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Visiting Vancouver

AIRBNB in Vancouver

vacation rentals in Vancouver by numbers

$221

84%

$42,108

revenue by bedroom

Get a personalized income estimate

Airbnb rules

Listings in Vancouver

Get a personalized income estimate

Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to rent my home on Airbnb?

How much rental revenue can my home generate?

How often can I stay at my home?

Who takes care of getting the home ready to rent on Airbnb?

Who takes care of the cleaning and who pays for it?

What do I need to rent my home on Airbnb?

What does it mean to be an Airbnb superhost?

Do I have to sign a long-term contract?

Do you charge initial setup fees?

Is AtEase BnB legitimate?

Have more questions?Talk to an expert.

Have more questions?
Talk to an expert.