Hamburg Airbnb Rules
Is Airbnb legal in Hamburg?
Don’t worry, Airbnb is legal in Hamburg! Hamburg is the largest city of German western state of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) and the fourth-most populous city of Germany.
Currently, there are 1939 Airbnb listings in Hamburg, with 54% of entire houses earning up to €1,704 a month, 18% managed by professionals, and 82% managed independently. Apart from complete houses, Hamburg’s Airbnb offerings include 32% of private rooms and 11% of apartments(condos). Average Occupancy Rates in Hamburg is 44% and average daily rate is €94. According to vacation rental data source Airbtics, a 2-bedroom apartment in Hamburg can make up to €28,740 each year.
Short-term rental policy in Hamburg
– You can host your entire primary residence for ONLY 0-56 days with a housing protection number.
– Required to notify the city of the duration of the guest’s stay within 10 days (exemptions applicable)
– A permit to operate is required if your listing is a secondary or primary residential space (8 weeks per year)
– Culture tax is required for the promotion & advancement of culture, similar to Koln.
Short-term rental policy in Germany
– Hosts are required to collect & retain information about guests (for 3 months or less)
– Rentals on primary residences have NO duration.
– Rentals on secondary homes are limited to 90 days annually
