Tourist rental in Cullera 2026: real profitability, licence and figures
How much you can earn with a holiday apartment in Cullera in 2026: average occupancy, nightly price, costs, taxation and procedures to obtain the VT licence.
Cullera is one of the consolidated tourist destinations of southern Valencian coast: 16 km of coast, two Blue Flag beaches, proximity to Valencia (35 min by car). If you have an apartment here or considering one as investment, here’s the economic reality of tourist rental in 2026.
The real numbers
2-bed apartment beachfront Sant Antoni
Estimated investment: €220,000
| Month | Occupancy | Avg/night | Gross income |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12% | €75 | €280 |
| February | 15% | €75 | €315 |
| March | 22% | €85 | €580 |
| April (Easter) | 50% | €110 | €1,650 |
| May | 38% | €95 | €1,120 |
| June | 65% | €135 | €2,630 |
| July | 92% | €195 | €5,560 |
| August | 96% | €215 | €6,400 |
| September | 70% | €145 | €3,045 |
| October | 32% | €100 | €990 |
| November | 18% | €80 | €432 |
| December | 22% | €85 | €580 |
Annual gross: ~€23,580 Average annual occupancy: 53% Gross yield: 10.7% on €220,000
But the real costs:
| Concept | Annual |
|---|---|
| Platform commission (15%) | €3,500 |
| Cleaning (~110 stays/year) | €6,000 |
| Linen | €800 |
| Utilities | €1,400 |
| IBI | €480 |
| Community fees | €850 |
| Multi-risk insurance | €380 |
| Regional tourist tax | €250 |
| Maintenance | €1,200 |
| Accountancy | €600 |
| Total costs | €15,460 |
Net before tax: €8,120 Net yield: 3.7% After IRPF (~22%): ~2.9%
Tourist vs annual rental
Same apartment, year-round to a resident:
| Model | Gross | Costs | Net | Tax | Final net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist | €23,580 | €15,460 | €8,120 | €1,790 | €6,330 |
| Annual resident | €11,400 (€950/mo) | €2,330 | €9,070 | €800 (60% reduction) | €8,270 |
Annual rental wins net in this scenario.
How to obtain VT licence in Cullera
1. Urban planning requirements
- Cullera permits VT only in ground, first floors and penthouses in some buildings
- Verify with Town Hall that your property allows tourist use
- Some communities have modified statutes prohibiting tourist rental
2. Required documentation
- Valid habitability certificate
- Energy certificate
- Property floor plan
- Minimum equipment
- Quality wifi (mandatory since 2024)
3. REGTUR procedure
- Registration in Tourist Companies Registry (Conselleria de Turisme)
- VT classification application
- Resolution time: 2-3 months
Key risks
Regulatory changes. The 2023 Housing Law and subsequent regional regulations limit new licences in tense areas. Cullera not declared tense in 2026 but could be.
Extreme seasonality. 65-70% of income generated July-September.
Property wear. Guest rotation accelerates wear vs annual rental.
Noise and neighbours. #1 community complaint. Many buildings restricting via statutes.
Conclusion: worth it in 2026?
Yes, in these cases:
- 2-3 bed apartment beachfront with sea views
- Area where licence still feasible
- Personal management capacity
- 7+ year investment horizon
No, in these cases:
- Apartment in interior or town centre
- No time to manage
- Buildings at risk of statute prohibition