More and more Dutch investors are choosing to buy property in Spain not only for their own use, but also as a source of passive income.
In popular regions such as the Costa del Sol, the Costa Blanca and Alicante in particular, demand for rental property keeps growing strongly. Both holiday letting and long-term letting offer attractive opportunities for investors.
At Jansen & Brouwer Property Capital we guide investors through the entire process of purchase, letting and property management in Spain.
Why do investors choose to let in Spain?
Spain remains one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations. Every year millions of tourists visit the country for the climate, the beaches, the golf resorts and the international amenities.
As a result, demand for quality rental property remains high.
For investors this offers several advantages:
- The opportunity for passive income
- International diversification of wealth
- Combination of rental income and capital growth
- Flexibility between personal use and letting
Modern apartments and villas in good locations in particular remain popular with tenants.
Holiday letting vs long-term letting
An important choice for investors is the type of letting strategy.
Holiday letting
Holiday letting can generate high returns in popular tourist areas.
Advantages:
- Higher rental prices per night
- High demand in tourist regions
- Flexible availability for personal use
Disadvantages:
- More management and changeovers
- Seasonal influences
- Local regulations and licences
Long-term letting
With long-term letting the property is let for several months or years.
Advantages:
- More stable income
- Less operational management
- Less dependent on tourist seasons
Disadvantages:
- Lower monthly income compared with holiday letting
- Less flexibility for personal use
Which strategy suits best depends on the investor's objectives.
The importance of location
For rental property, location is one of the most important factors.
Properties close to:
- Beaches
- Golf courses
- International airports
- Restaurants and shops
- Popular coastal areas
generally remain the most sought after.
We also see that modern new build developments are often more attractive to international tenants because of the facilities and energy efficiency.
Regulations and licences
Letting in Spain calls for good preparation.
In some regions specific rules apply to holiday letting and licences may be compulsory.
Important points to watch are:
- Local letting rules
- Registration of letting activities
- Taxes
- Owners' association (comunidad de propietarios)
- Insurance
Professional guidance is therefore essential to avoid problems or unexpected costs.
Property management in Spain
Many foreign investors choose to outsource the management of the property.
This includes:
- Check-ins and check-outs
- Cleaning
- Key management
- Maintenance
- Guest communication
- Rental marketing
Good property management can make a big difference to occupancy, reviews and return.
Is letting property in Spain attractive in 2026?
Demand for quality rental property remains high in many popular regions. Modern properties in strong locations in particular remain attractive to both tourists and long-term tenants.
Thanks to the combination of international demand, tourism and limited availability in prime locations, Spanish rental property remains interesting for investors seeking passive income and long-term capital growth.
Conclusion
Letting property in Spain offers attractive opportunities in 2026 for investors looking to build international wealth.
The right location, letting strategy and professional guidance all play an important part in this.
At Jansen & Brouwer Property Capital we guide investors through the entire purchase and letting process in Spain.
Curious about the possibilities?
Get in touch with Jansen & Brouwer Property Capital for personal advice on investing in and letting Spanish property.