Airbnb & Short-Term Rental
Management in Portugal.
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05 — Airbnb Management
Airbnb & Short-Term Rental
Property Management in Portugal.
Own a property in Portugal? Let it work for you. We’re a local team based in Portugal — not a call centre in another country. We manage your property on Airbnb and Booking.com end-to-end, and every owner gets a dedicated local contact, transparent monthly reporting and real results.
Being a Host is Harder Than It Looks.
Many property owners discover that running a successful Airbnb requires more time, knowledge and dedication than they imagined. That’s where we come in.
Three Paths. One Perfect Solution.
Choose the model that fits your goals and involvement level.
From First Contact to First Guest
A simple and transparent process, from start to finish.
We visit the property, assess its potential, and create a personalised design plan.
Furniture installed, decoration finalised, all details prepared — down to the last spoon.
Professional photo session and optimised listing published on Airbnb and Booking.com.
Daily management, dynamic pricing, guest support and constant performance improvement.
What Our Guests Say
Real reviews from guests who stayed in MOL-managed properties across Portugal.
“What a lovely stay we had at this pristine apartment! The location is easy to navigate and very walkable, not to mention close to the Tram 28 stop which we used daily.”
“An absolutely stunning apartment in a great area. A view of the castle which was incredible, close to the centre and to the main station that goes out to the coast.”
“Hugo / Piao made everything very easy, and the place was great. Highly recommend staying here!”
“Cute apartment in a great location with an amazing roof terrace and ground floor courtyard. Piao was lovely to deal with. We will be back.”
“Fantastic apartment for a short stay, in a quiet yet very accessible part of Tavira. Very well appointed throughout, everything is modern and new.”
“Beautiful apartment. Loved the location, very authentic little cobbled street in the heart of Tavira town. Short walk to boat to the beach, and a variety of wonderful restaurants.”
“We had a wonderful time at this little place! Everything was clean and location is superb, very close to the ferry. We’ll be back :)”
“An excellent house for the person to isolate and relax, with everything we needed in it. Hugo was always super responsive and fast. I highly recommend him!”
“Hugo was very attentive, he was always concerned about us and we enjoyed it as if it were our home. Highly recommended as a host.”
“We LOVED Piao’s place. It was very well located to get to the surrounding area. The courtyard space allowed us to have lovely breakfast outside.”
“Phenomenal little airbnb, perfect for a couple. It’s super private, but has everything you need and it’s stylish, modern and utilitarian all at the same time.”
“Such a peaceful and refreshing weekend! The house and outdoor space were absolutely beautiful. Can’t wait to come back!”
“The cottage is fantastic, tastefully decorated and the cleanliness stands out. We really liked having breakfast in the courtyard in the sun.”
“The place is in a perfect location especially if you want to be close to the ferry that takes you to the Island for the beach. Clean, no clutter, great outdoor space.”
Watch: is Airbnb even possible in Lisbon?
Did you know?
A short-term rental needs an Alojamento Local (AL) licence — and it doesn’t transfer when a property is sold.
Central Lisbon caps new AL licences, the income is taxed, and the licence doesn’t pass to a new owner. We check all of this before you count on the revenue.
The Rules That Matter
AL Licensing & Tax, Without the Guesswork.
Do you need an Alojamento Local (AL) registration?
Yes — every short-term rental in Portugal must be registered as Alojamento Local (AL). The framework sits in Decreto-Lei 128/2014, most recently amended by Decreto-Lei 76/2024, in force from 1 November 2024. That reform reversed several restrictions introduced by the 2023 Mais Habitação programme: the suspension of new AL registrations and the five-year validity limit were revoked, the condominium-authorisation requirement was removed (except for hostels), and the extraordinary AL contribution (CEAL) was repealed. Under the current rules a registration transfers with the property when it is sold, as the general national rule — with the important nuance that municipalities set their own rules on top and can limit transferability or restrict new registrations within designated containment areas (áreas de contenção).
Municipal Alojamento Local rules vary by parish and change. Verify the current local rules for any specific property with the relevant câmara municipal before committing.
How short-term rental income is taxed
AL income is taxed as business income (Category B), not passive rental income. Under the simplified regime, income from AL apartments and houses is assessed on a coefficient of 0.35 of gross income (per the personal income tax code, CIRS). On top of income tax, AL operators charge VAT at the reduced 6% rate on stays in mainland Portugal, and most municipalities apply a per-night tourist tax — for example €4 per night in Lisbon and €3 per night in Porto, each capped at seven nights per stay for guests aged 13 and over. What you actually pay depends on your residency, the property and how you structure the activity, so we connect you with trusted Portuguese tax advisers to run your specific numbers. If you’re weighing a purchase with rental income in mind, see whether you can Airbnb any property in Portugal and the hidden costs of buying property in Portugal.
Tax rules and rates change, and the right structure depends on your situation. Confirm current applicability with a qualified Portuguese accountant before relying on these figures. This is general information, not tax advice.
Sources & Verification
| Claim | Primary / official source | Verified |
|---|---|---|
| AL governed by Decreto-Lei 128/2014, amended by Decreto-Lei 76/2024 (in force 1 Nov 2024); Mais Habitação suspension, 5-year validity, condominium authorisation and CEAL revoked; transfer again the rule; municipalities may limit transfer / new registrations in containment areas | Turismo de Portugal (business.turismodeportugal.pt); Decreto-Lei 76/2024, Diário da República (data.dre.pt/eli/dec-lei/76/2024) | 2026-05-31 |
| AL income taxed as Category B; simplified-regime coefficient 0.35 for apartments/houses | AT / Código do IRS (CIRS), art. 31 — Portal das Finanças | 2026-05-31 |
| VAT reduced rate 6% on accommodation stays, mainland Portugal | AT / Código do IVA (CIVA), Lista I, verba 2.17 — Portal das Finanças | 2026-05-31 |
| Lisbon tourist tax €4/night, cap 7 nights, age 13+; Porto €3/night | Câmara Municipal de Lisboa (Edital 234/2024); Câmara Municipal do Porto | 2026-05-31 |
| Exact income-tax rate payable on AL income | Left qualitative — depends on residency, property and chosen regime | 2026-05-31 |
Good to know
Buying specifically to let on Airbnb? Not every property can get an AL licence.
We vet that before you commit, as your buyer’s agent.
Airbnb Management FAQ
Common Questions About Airbnb Management
Still have questions?
Everything you need to know about generating rental income from your Portuguese property. Schedule a private call with Mia & Rafael, or send us a message.
Book a Call with Mia & RafaelMunicipalities, however, set their own rules on top of the national framework and can restrict transferability or new registrations in designated containment areas (áreas de contenção). Because this varies by municipality and parish, verify the current position for any specific property with the relevant câmara municipal. We check the AL status of any property during your discovery call.
What you actually pay overall depends on your residency status, property type and how you structure the activity, so confirm your specific position with a qualified Portuguese accountant.
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