How to Leverage 2025 for Maximum Occupancy: Tips for Private Renter in Croatia

Price Optimization, Monitoring Holidays, and Competition on the German Market

Dear Hosts,

If you are a private host in Croatia, it’s important to prepare your property for the upcoming tourist season and maximize the opportunities offered by the German market. In this article, we’ll provide tips on optimizing prices, monitoring competition, and aligning with German holidays to increase occupancy and revenue.

Overview of German Holidays and School Breaks for 2025

German tourists make up a significant part of the visitors to Croatia, especially during the main tourist seasons. Therefore, it’s important to track German school holidays and public holidays, which directly affect the demand for accommodation. Here are the key dates for 2025:

• Christmas and New Year (25.12. - 1.1.) – High demand for accommodation, especially in popular Croatian cities and tourist destinations.

• Spring Break (8. - 23. April) – Ideal time for family vacations in Croatia.

• Summer Break (15. June - 31. August) – The peak season for German tourists, be sure to open calendars early.

• Autumn Holidays (1. October - 3. October) – Long weekends, increased demand for weekend stays in destinations like Istria and Dalmatia.

Link to the universal tourist calendar with German holidays: https://www.schulferien.org/deutschland/feriendichte/2025/

Season Calendar and Price Optimization for Private Hosts in Croatia

To set your prices correctly for 2025, it is crucial to follow seasonal changes and holiday demand. Here are some recommended price seasons for private hosts in Croatia:

1. Winter and Pre-Season (01.03. – 09.05.)

   • Season: Low season

   • Recommendation: Flexible terms for shorter stays, reduce prices to attract guests from Germany looking for a quieter holiday.

2. Spring Season (10.05. – 30.05.)

   • Season: Beginning of high season

   • Recommendation: Occasionally lower prices to attract families with children, especially during the German spring break.

3. Summer Season (31.05. – 04.07.)

   • Season: High season

   • Recommendation: Set Saturday-Saturday rules with higher prices, but consider flexible arrival dates to increase bookings.

4. Peak Summer Season (05.07. – 22.08.)

   • Season: Peak season

   • Recommendation: Limit stays to a minimum of 7 nights and set high prices due to maximum demand. Flexible arrival dates can be your backup plan for unbooked slots.

5. Late Summer (23.08. – 29.08.)

   • Season: High season

   • Recommendation: Include flexible terms and analyze competitor prices to stay competitive.

6. Autumn (30.08. – 19.09.)

   • Season: Transition season

   • Recommendation: Flexible terms, lower prices, and discounts for longer stays can help fill the calendar.

7. End of the Year (20.09. – 31.12.)

   • Season: Low season

   • Recommendation: Flexible terms, lower prices, and additional discounts for longer stays will attract guests looking for a quieter holiday.

Tips for Monitoring Competition and Local Market Analysis

When setting your prices, it’s important to monitor the competition in your local area. Analyze prices and services offered by similar properties and adjust your prices and offers accordingly. This is a key element that will help you maintain competitiveness in the market.

How to Analyze Competition?

• Visit popular tourism platforms like Booking.com or Airbnb and compare prices and terms with similar properties.

• Check guest reviews to learn what they value most and what they might expect from your accommodation.

• Set competitive prices but avoid going below the market value as this can negatively affect your offer.

Cooperation with a Travel Agency and Having Your Own Website

For greater visibility and access to a wider pool of potential guests, we recommend partnering with a professional travel agency like Euro Tours. Through cooperation, your accommodation will be featured on all platforms used by German, Belgian, Austrian, and other target tourists. This is an excellent way to ensure your property becomes visible to more guests.

In addition, having your own website is crucial for maintaining contact with past guests and securing direct bookings, reducing reliance on third-party platforms, and increasing profitability. You can find more information about working with us and how we can help increase your bookings here: Collaboration with Us.

Conclusion

Planning your prices and strategies for 2025, along with monitoring German holidays and competition, can help you achieve higher income and satisfied guests. If you follow market trends, open your calendars early, and allow flexible arrival dates during the peak season, your chances of success will be significantly higher.