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Fêtes de Bayonne 2026: The Owner's Guide to a Flawless Rental
ÔME HOUSEKEEPING
August 15, 2026 at 8:18:31 PM
Every year, the Fêtes de Bayonne turn the city into the world capital of partying for five days - making every well-located apartment a goldmine for short-term rental owners. But with occupancy rates close to 100% and prices multiplied by 3 or 4, the stakes for cleaning and refurbishing are just as huge. More frequent damage, express turnovers between two groups of travelers, stubborn odors, tough stains - the Fêtes period is a real test for your quality standards. ÔME HOUSEKEEPING shares its practical guide to get through this period with peace of mind and protect your property.
Specific Challenges of the Fêtes for Owners
The Fêtes de Bayonne represent 5 days of festivities drawing over 1 million visitors to a city of 50,000 residents. For Airbnb owners, this is the most lucrative period of the year: rates reach 3 to 5 times the usual price, occupancy hits 100%, and bookings pour in months in advance. But this intensity has a downside: turnovers are more frequent, more guests pass through each unit, and the risk of damage rises significantly. A single bad review posted during the Fêtes can hurt your ranking for the entire following season.
During the Fêtes, every turnover between two groups of travelers is a race against the clock. Professional cleaning isn't a luxury - it's the only way to keep up the pace.
Protect Your Property: Essential Precautions
Before the Fêtes: create a complete inventory with dated photos of each room, remove valuables and personal belongings, protect mattresses with waterproof covers, and clearly brief guests on the building's rules (noise, common areas). Set a security deposit adapted to the period and check your cancellation insurance. During the Fêtes: don't plan to manage turnovers yourself if you have several stays - every hour lost between two groups is an hour of unnecessary stress and a risk of a negative review.
The ÔME HOUSEKEEPING protocol for the Fêtes de Bayonne
The ÔME HOUSEKEEPING Fêtes de Bayonne protocol is calibrated for express turnovers: intervention as soon as guests depart, full steam cleaning of surfaces (kitchen, bathroom, floors), treatment of stubborn odors (alcohol, cooking, outdoor smoke), systematic inspection of equipment and furniture, and immediate photo report to the owner. We coordinate time slots directly with your booking schedule. Availability guaranteed throughout the Fêtes - book early, slots fill up fast.
Conclusion
The Fêtes de Bayonne are an exceptional financial opportunity - provided you are well prepared. With the right professional cleaning protocol, you can maximize your income without risking your property or your reputation on the platforms. ÔME HOUSEKEEPING takes care of all your turnovers during the Fêtes: book your slot now, availability is limited.
Tip
Book your cleaning slots for the Fêtes as early as May - professional providers are fully booked several months in advance during this exceptional period.