Key Stats for Mexico City’s Short-Term Rental Market:

• 📈 Annual Revenue: $16.5K (+18%)
• 🏘️ Total Active Listings: 20,035 (+7%)
• 🛏️ Occupancy Rate: 58% (+4%)

New Regulations in Mexico City:

• 🏙️ Stricter Limits on Short-Term Rentals:
  • Rentals limited to 50% of the year to protect traditional hotels.
  • Aimed at reducing gentrification and rising housing prices.
• 🏘️ Social Housing Restrictions: No rentals of government-built housing for tourism.
• 📜 Host Registration Requirement:
  • Hosts must register properties every two years.
  • Each listing needs its own registration number and certificate.

Impact on the Market:

• 🏗️ Investment Concerns: Some worry it may reduce investment in real estate.
• 💰 Tax Obligations: Hosts must comply with local lodging taxes and report earnings.

Despite Changes:

• 📊 Market Still Strong: With Mexico City’s appeal, savvy investors can navigate the regulations for continued success.

Key Exchange Approaches:

• Remote: Lockboxes, smart locks, keypads (popular for contactless access) 📲
• In-Person: Personal touch, but time-consuming and may cause scheduling conflicts ⏳

Self Check-in Benefits:

• Flexibility for guests and hosts 🕒
• Increased guest satisfaction and positive reviews 🌟
• Enhanced security with controlled access 🔒
• Reduced operational costs 💰

🔔 Buzzer Options:

• Smart intercoms for secure building entry 🏢
• Integration with property management systems for easy access 📱

💡 Tech-Savvy Solutions:

• Smart Locks: Generate temporary codes and provide high security 🧑‍💻
• Keypads: Easy entry but requires frequent code updates 🔢

Top Cities by Investment Potential:

• Seville, Novalja, and Edinburgh rank highest when balancing property costs with RevPAR.
• Markets like Florence, Dubrovnik, and Spain’s coastal resorts also offer high RevPAR with manageable property costs.
• Tier AAA cities like London and Paris face challenges due to high acquisition costs and tighter regulations.

Regulatory Considerations:

• Investors must be aware of evolving regulations in key cities. Examples include Scotland’s licensing requirements and Barcelona’s planned short-term rental ban in 2028.
• The EU is introducing regulations requiring platforms to share host data with authorities, increasing scrutiny on the sector.

2024-2025 RevPAR Outlook:

• RevPAR growth potential in Europe is more muted due to rising supply.
• In 2024, occupancy and average daily rates were down slightly compared to 2023.
• Investors are advised to focus on high-performing destinations and consider second-tier cities for better value.