{"id":36363,"date":"2026-02-09T15:11:23","date_gmt":"2026-02-09T12:11:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bnbnews.gr\/?p=36363"},"modified":"2026-02-09T10:19:50","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T07:19:50","slug":"clean-monday-occupancies-up-to-100-and-rising-prices-in-carnival-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bnbnews.gr\/en\/news\/36363\/clean-monday-occupancies-up-to-100-and-rising-prices-in-carnival-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Clean Monday: Occupancies up to 100% and rising prices in carnival destinations"},"content":{"rendered":"

Clean Monday is once again proving to be a period of heightened travel activity, with a direct impact on both occupancy rates and accommodation prices. From major urban carnivals to destinations known for strong traditional festivities, demand for the long weekend has already largely \u201clocked in,\u201d creating conditions of limited availability and upward pressure on prices.<\/p>\n

High occupancies in carnival destinations<\/h2>\n

According to data processed by Themistoklis Bakas, President of the Panhellenic Network E-Real Estates, the short-term rental market is recording high pre-booking rates during a period traditionally considered transitional for tourism, confirming the role of seasonal events as a key demand driver.<\/p>\n

Patras: The strongest demand hub<\/h3>\n

The Patras Carnival remains the main driver of carnival-related travel demand. The opening ceremony, parades, and the burning of the Carnival King attract tens of thousands of visitors every year, a trend clearly reflected in market figures.<\/p>\n

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On the day of the opening ceremony, occupancy rates in short-term rentals reach 75%, while for the Parade Weekend pre-bookings are already close to 85%, significantly limiting available supply.<\/p>\n

For the peak three-day period (arrival Friday, February 20 \u2013 departure Monday, February 23), accommodation costs in the city center are notably elevated: from \u20ac676 for a one-bedroom apartment in the Dasyllio area,<\/p>\n

up to \u20ac2,292 for a two-bedroom apartment at the intersection of Maizonos and Korai streets, accommodating up to six guests.<\/p>\n

Indicative of the pressure on availability is the fact that in the wider city center of Patras (from Agia Sofia to Skagiopouleio) only 45 properties are currently available on the well-known Airbnb platform, while from Exo Agia to Perivola there are 64 available listings.<\/p>\n

More affordable options can be found in areas 20\u201325 minutes from the city center:<\/p>\n