The irruption of Airbnb and its effects on hotel profitability: An analysis of Barcelona’s hotel sector

• Published in: Intangible capital Vol. 13; no. 1
• Main Authors: Aznar, Juan Pedro, Sayeras, Josep M., Rocafort, Alba, Galiana Richart, Jorge
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: Catalan
• Published: 2017

Purpose: The aim of this study is to analyze the existence of a relationship between the presence of nearby substitute products, mainly Airbnb flats or rooms, and the effect on the revenue and profitability of hotels. Design/methodology: The empirical study is based on the analysis of financial info...