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title: Chekin Annual Industry Study 2026
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# Challenges and Trends in the vacation rental indsutry 2026

The state of the sector told by the people who run it. 331 operators across Spain, Italy and English-speaking markets. They give some insights on regulation, automation, guest experience and what they expect for 2026.

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## This guide includes content about:

- **The study & methodology** — 331 operators, Q1 2026
- **A sector run by small operators** — who answered, where they're based
- **Top challenges for 202**6 — what keeps operators awake
- **State of digitalisation** — how automated check-in really is
- **The regulatory impact** — how rules are reshaping the day-to-day
- **Guest experience** — where arrival still breaks down
- **Tech priorities** — where the 2026 budget is going
- **2026 outlook** **and three trends to watch in 2027**

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