Vacation-rental income in the Riviera Maya: what to expect

Start with realistic occupancy

Headline nightly rates are easy to inflate. We anchor on realistic occupancy for comparable managed units — typically 55–70% across the year for well-located condos — then layer rate on top.

What drives demand

• Location — walkability and beach access carry the calendar.
• Amenities — pool, design, and fast Wi-Fi lift both rate and reviews.
• Management — professional operations protect occupancy and guest scores.

The costs that shape net yield

Management (15–25%), cleaning, platform fees, utilities, HOA, taxes, and a maintenance reserve all sit between gross and net. A credible projection shows them as line items.

A grounded example

A well-run two-bedroom condo in Playa del Carmen can target a gross yield in the high single digits — but only the net number, after every cost, should drive your decision.