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Kristy Lake

Kristy Lake

Regional Manager of Business Development

Dear Trusted Partners,

We hope you had a productive third quarter and are looking forward to the upcoming ski season! We are excited to start sharing short-term rental data, along with our perspective on how it applies to the Mammoth Lakes market. This review provides an overview of key performance indicator trends for July, August and September 2026 as compared to the same period last year. 

Market Overview

The Mammoth Lakes rental market experienced some softening in ADR and RevPAR during Q3, but experienced consistent Occupancy year-over-year. This shows us that guests are still traveling but may be more price-conscious when booking their accommodations. 

With this said, we are looking forward to a great Q4 to close out the year. With the “super” El Nino developing for the 2026-2027 season, weather forecasters are highlighting Mammoth as a primary candidate for above-average snow accumulation. This should lead to a busy and successful fourth quarter!

Key Performance Indicators


The Data

This data was sourced from 29 property managers with +/- 950 properties, all of which are located within Mammoth Lakes.

Mammoth Lakes Market Average Daily Rate

Average Daily Rate (ADR) 2026 Mammoth

Average Daily Rate (ADR): 

The Mammoth Lakes market saw a 5.5% year-over-year decrease in ADR. Continued Economic uncertainty throughout the quarter likely contributed to softer pricing performance in the market.

Mammoth Lakes Market Occupancy

Adjusted Occupancy Rate 2026 Mammoth Lakes

Occupancy: Year-over-year occupancy increased slightly by 0.1%. July remained a consistent and successful month, with occupancy at 50%. August’s occupancy experienced a slight decrease, while September saw a healthy increase. It appears that travelers are catching on to the appeal of beautiful, quiet Autumn in Mammoth.

Mammoth Lakes Market RevPAR

RevPar (ADR) 2026 Mammoth

Revenue per Available Rental (RevPAR) decreased 5.4% year over year, from $74 to $70. RevPAR combines both occupancy and rate performance, offering a more complete picture of how well a rental is earning. The hardest hit segments of the market were smaller accommodations, which supports the theory of price conscious travelers not taking last minute trips due to economic uncertainty and increased fuel prices.

Natural Retreats vs Mammoth Lakes Market – RevPAR

Natural Retreats Vs Market 2026 Mammoth Lakes

Natural Retreats beat the market by nearly 25% in RevPAR. While the market experienced contraction in RevPAR for the quarter, we were able to improve in the metric. This was likely driven by the quality of our portfolio and the judicious rate adjustments we made to material occupancy without undermining rate integrity. 

Natural Retreats vs Mammoth Lakes Market – Average Length of Stay

Natural Retreats Vs Market 2026 Mammoth Lakes

Natural Retreats led the market in Q3 for Average Length of Stay, outperforming competitors by a notable margin in both July and August. This achievement reflects the strength of our Revenue Management team and the success of our tailored pricing strategies. By encouraging longer guest stays, we generate more revenue opportunities for homeowners while reducing turnover costs and maximizing overall property performance.

KEY-DATA KPI DEFINITIONS

Glossary

 

  • ADR (Average Daily Rate) measures the average Unit Revenue paid by guests for the Guest Nights in a given time period. ADR = Unit Revenue (Nightly) / Guest Nights.
  • APO (Adjusted Paid Occupancy) calculates the percentage of Guest Nights out of the total nights available for guests to book, or the Nights Available. Adjusted Paid Occupancy = Guest Nights / Nights Available.
  • Adjusted RevPAR (Revenue Per Available “Room”) is calculated by multiplying the Adjusted Paid Occupancy % by the ADR. A critical KPI for measuring revenue performance, Adjusted RevPAR takes into account both the average rate at which you booked the property (ADR) and the number of nights it was booked less owner nights and holds (Adjusted Paid Occupancy).  This provides a better indicator of overall performance when compared to looking at the ADR or the Occupancy alone. Adjusted RevPAR = Adjusted Paid Occupancy % x ADR (or) Total Unit Revenue / Total Available Paid Nights in a given period.
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Partner with Natural Retreats

We’re actively seeking partnerships with real estate professionals who want to bring added value to their clients. Whether your buyers are exploring vacation home investment or sellers need a compelling income story, we’re here to help with:

  • Complimentary revenue projections
  • Pre-market rental assessments
  • Seamless onboarding for new homeowner clients
  • Assistance with short-term rental regulations and Transient Occupancy Taxes
     

At Natural Retreats, we provide expert vacation rental management designed to drive returns and preserve property value. We're actively partnering with local agents to help buyers and sellers unlock the full potential of short-term rentals.

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