Turn your Costa del Sol property into a top-performing rental — without lifting a finger.
RivaStay manages everything from guest bookings to cleaning and pricing, so your property earns more while you do less. Full transparency, no long-term lock-in.
Estimate your monthly earnings
Illustrative estimate tailored to the selected town and home size. Actual results depend on the property, licence and market conditions. See the full month-by-month breakdown ↓
See exactly how you'd get paid, month by month
The same seasonal earnings model we walk every prospective owner through, built from real Costa del Sol booking data for your town and property size.
| Month | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy | Gross income | Platform fees | RivaStay fee | Net to you |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Note: these are estimates based on typical Costa del Sol seasonality and are not guaranteed — actual results depend on your specific property. Figures exclude cleaning fees, deposits, and VAT on our management fee. Get a free valuation for an exact quote.
Why owners choose RivaStay
We combine local, on-the-ground management with the marketing reach of a full-scale rental operation.
Higher occupancy, better rates
Dynamic pricing tools and distribution across Airbnb, Booking.com and our own direct-booking site keep your calendar full at the right price, every season.
Guests and cleaning, fully handled
Check-ins, guest messaging, cleaning and linen turnover between every stay are coordinated by our local team — you're never the one fielding a 2am message.
Transparent payouts
Real-time access to your booking calendar and earnings. Monthly statements, no hidden fees, and you can see exactly what each stay earned.
Your property, protected
Verified guests, damage deposits and cleaning-standard checks after every stay, so your property is looked after like it's still yours to live in.
Local Costa del Sol team
We're based here — Mijas, Marbella, Fuengirola, Estepona and Torremolinos — and know what makes each area's guests book.
No long-term lock-in
Start with a trial period. If RivaStay isn't earning its keep, you're free to leave — we'd rather earn your trust than hold you to a contract.
How it works
From first call to first booking, most owners are live within two to three weeks.
Free valuation & rental plan
We assess local comparables, seasonality, licensing and your goals, then recommend the right rental strategy for your home.
Onboarding & launch preparation
We prepare the inventory, access and house rules, then create the photography, listing copy and booking setup for you.
Go live everywhere
Your property launches across the right channels with calendars synchronised and demand-led pricing switched on.
We manage, you stay informed
Guest care, check-ins, cleaning and property checks run day to day. You receive a clear monthly statement and stay in control.
What's included
From the first listing to every guest departure, we cover the operational detail that makes a home perform well.
Listing creation & distribution
Photography, persuasive copy, amenities and rules, then distribution through Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Google Vacation Rentals and direct bookings.
Dynamic, season-aware pricing
We use local market data and dynamic-pricing tools to manage minimum stays, gaps, early bookings and last-minute demand within your agreed floor price.
Reservations & guest communication
Enquiries, bookings, payment schedules and calendars are managed across the agreed channels, with professional support before, during and after every stay.
Arrival, departure & guest care
We coordinate access, check-in and check-out instructions, local guidance and the practical help that turns a stay into a five-star experience.
Cleaning, laundry & property checks
Turnover cleaning, linen coordination and a condition check after every stay keep the home guest-ready and help spot issues early.
Maintenance & damage follow-up
We coordinate small repairs and document issues. For larger work, contractors, insurers and next steps are agreed with you before proceeding.
Monthly owner statements
Each monthly settlement separates booking income, platform commission, management fee and documented property costs — no surprises.
Compliance support
We support guest-registration processes, tourism-rental requirements, house information and local compliance, with specialist advice where needed.
Professional management, with you still in control
We take responsibility for the daily operation, while the important choices always remain yours.
Your dates, your rules
Block personal-use dates in the shared calendar, define your house rules and set the booking conditions that matter to you.
Clear records from day one
We set up access, inventory and operating details together, so there is a practical record of how your home should be cared for.
Approved decisions, not surprises
We resolve routine issues promptly and bring you in before significant repairs, improvements or external costs are committed.
Simple, performance-based pricing
We only do well when your property does well. Our management fee is a percentage of actual booking revenue — no flat monthly charge, no setup cost.
- ✓ No cost to list your property with us
- ✓ No charge for photography or onboarding
- ✓ You set minimum nights, house rules and blocked owner dates
Make the most of the quieter months, too
Where it suits your home and goals, we can discuss a flexible mix of holiday lets in peak season and monthly stays in lower-demand months.
Trusted by owners across the Costa del Sol
"I used to spend hours coordinating cleaners and answering guest messages. Now I just get a report every month and a deposit."
"Occupancy went up noticeably in the first season. The pricing tool clearly knows the local market better than I did."
"What I appreciated most was the transparency — I can see every booking and exactly what it earned."
Frequently asked questions
Do I lose control of my property?
No. You set the house rules, block owner-use dates any time, and approve major decisions. We handle day-to-day operations, not ownership decisions.
What areas do you cover?
We currently manage properties in Mijas, Marbella, Estepona, Fuengirola and Torremolinos, with room to expand across the wider Costa del Sol.
How is pricing determined?
Our management fee is a percentage of booking revenue, so the exact rate depends on your property type and the services you need. We'll give you a specific quote at your free valuation.
Can I still use my property myself?
Absolutely — just block your dates in the shared calendar and the listing updates automatically across all channels.
Is my property eligible?
Most apartments and villas suitable for short-term rental qualify. We'll confirm licensing requirements (VUT registration) for your municipality during the valuation.
Owner updates, once a month
Practical Costa del Sol rental insights, local market notes and ideas to help your home perform — concise, useful and never spammy.
Ready to see what your property could earn?
Get a free, no-obligation rental valuation from our local team — usually back to you within 24 hours.
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