{"id":9974,"date":"2026-02-20T15:56:44","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T15:56:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/blog\/?p=9974"},"modified":"2026-04-02T16:00:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T15:00:19","slug":"holiday-let-market-insights-report-north-wales","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.menaiholidays.co.uk\/blog\/holiday-let-market-insights-report-north-wales\/","title":{"rendered":"Holiday Let Market Insights Report: North Wales 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving North Wales holiday market? After a year of resilience and shifting traveller habits, we\u2019re excited to unveil our 2026 Market Insights Report, based on 2025 data.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Despite wider economic challenges that affected search volumes across the self-catering sector, the North Wales portfolio showed remarkable strength in 2025. In fact, average occupancy across our 900+<\/strong> properties was 1%<\/strong> higher than the previous year.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re an experienced owner or considering your first investment, these data-driven insights are designed to help you plan for a successful season ahead.<\/p>\n

Carry on reading as we explore the key trends shaping the North Wales holiday let market\u2014and find out how to make 2026 your most profitable year yet…<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Market Overview<\/a>
\nTop Properties 2025<\/a>
\nMaximising Bookings<\/a>
\nValue-Adding Features<\/a>
\nEmerging Trends<\/a>
\nBuying a Holiday Let<\/a>
\nMarketing Your Holiday Let<\/a>
\nHoliday Letting FAQs
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An Overview of the North Wales Holiday Let Market<\/h2>\n
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The 2025 season was dynamic and fast-paced. While winter brought challenges such as high winds, storms, and softer search demand, the spring, summer, and autumn months delivered standout performance across the region.<\/p>\n

During peak summer weeks, average occupancy in North Wales reached 89%<\/strong>, demonstrating the continued strength of domestic travel.<\/p>\n

Consumer appetite remains high; our annual survey of 1,000 adults revealed:<\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f 63% of Brits plan to take a UK break in the next 12 months.<\/p>\n

\u2714\ufe0f 34% expect a UK stay to be their main holiday.<\/p>\n

This strong intent, combined with an encouraging start to 2026 bookings, suggests a buoyant outlook for the season ahead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Who is booking holidays in North Wales?<\/h3>\n

Our data suggests that couples are leading the way when it comes to booking staycations in the region.<\/p>\n

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2025 Guest Demographics<\/h3>\n
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Couples<\/span>
\n42%<\/span><\/div>\n
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Adult Groups<\/span>
\n29%<\/span><\/div>\n
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Families<\/span>
\n26%<\/span><\/div>\n
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Solo Travellers<\/span>
\n4%<\/span><\/div>\n
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Source: Menai Holidays Market Insight Report 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Top-Performing North Wales Properties in 2025<\/h2>\n

The best-performing North Wales properties in 2025 achieved 50\u201364 bookings<\/strong>, with many already seeing strong numbers booked for 2026.<\/p>\n

These results highlight the importance of a clear pricing strategy, prime location, and standout presentation in driving consistent bookings and maximising revenue.<\/p>\n

Here are our top properties in 2025<\/strong>, ranked by total bookings:<\/h3>\n
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    Cwrt<\/a>, Dwyran<\/strong> \u2013 64 bookings in 2025 (33 already secured for 2026)<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \"Cwrt,<\/p>\n

    2. Y Felin (The Granary)<\/a>, Caernarfon<\/strong> \u2013 56 bookings in 2025 (28 already secured for 2026)<\/h4>\n

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    3. Swyn Llyr<\/a>, Rhosneigr<\/strong> \u2013 55 bookings in 2025 (36 already secured for 2026)<\/h4>\n

    \"Swyn<\/p>\n

    4. The Pot Loft<\/a>, Benllech<\/strong> \u2013 50 bookings in 2025 (27 already secured for 2026)<\/h4>\n

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    5. Ysgol Fach (Little School)<\/a>, Benllech<\/strong> \u2013 50 bookings in 2025 (41 already secured for 2026)<\/h4>\n

    \"Ysgol<\/p>\n

    Could your property be featured in 2027?<\/strong>
    \n    Get in touch <\/a>with North Wales\u2019s leading holiday letting agency today.<\/span><\/div>\n
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    Maximising Your North Wales Holiday Let Yield and Bookings<\/h2>\n

    To increase your holiday let income, it is vital to adapt to modern booking habits.<\/p>\n

    Here are four key areas where owners can significantly improve their holiday let yield:<\/p>\n

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    1. Smarter Pricing Strategies<\/h3>\n

    Properties following our professional base pricing advice see 41% more revenue<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Those using real-time dynamic pricing earn an average of 26% higher annual revenue<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    2. Booking Flexibility<\/h3>\n

    Last-minute bookings are now the norm: 32% of bookings<\/strong> are made within four weeks of arrival.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    3. The Power of Short Breaks<\/h3>\n

    Accepting 3\u20135 night stays can generate 25% more revenue annually<\/strong>. Demand is high, with 47% of North Wales bookings currently for short breaks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    4. Making Your Property Pet-Friendly<\/h3>\n

    27% of all bookings<\/strong> <\/span>included pets in 2025. Welcoming four-legged guests increases occupancy and can boost revenue by an average of 16% per year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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