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PressThe Spanish Grand Prix Is Filling Madrid Rentals at Premium Rates
Published: September 10, 2026
Camilo Schmid Rivas
ARTICLE SUMMARY
The 2026 Spanish Grand Prix debuts on Madrid’s new IFEMA street circuit on September 11 to 13, and forward bookings already show it. AirDNA data has race-weekend demand pacing 14.9% ahead of last year, with occupancy at 87% and booked rates up 38.8%. The lift is smaller than at Budapest or Zandvoort, but only because Madrid starts closer to full, so more of the response arrives through rate. The contrast with Barcelona, whose out-of-town circuit barely registers, shows that a race moves the rental market most when its circuit sits inside the city.
Camilo Schmid Rivas
AirDNA Data Analyst
Camilo Schmid Rivas is a Data Scientist at AirDNA who brings a uniquely well-rounded perspective to short-term rental analytics. With a background that spans investment, real estate, and business analysis—including roles at Stayery and Sollers Consulting—Camilo has worn many analyst hats, each sharpening his ability to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights. A graduate of École hôtelière de Lausanne, he now channels his multidisciplinary expertise into uncovering trends that drive smarter STR decisions. In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis or scuba diving in or around Barcelona.