Short-Term Rental & Airbnb Management in Dubai
Dubai is one of the world’s busiest short-term rental markets: year-round tourism, a strong events calendar, and a clear legal framework run by the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM). For an owner, the opportunity is real — and so is the workload. Pricing that moves daily, guest messages at midnight, housekeeping between every stay, licensing paperwork, maintenance, reviews.
Mahogany exists so you never carry that workload. We are a Dubai hospitality and property management company built around calm, care and reliability — a fully licensed DTCM holiday home operator managing 20+ residences in Downtown Dubai, Dubai Hills and beyond.
What a short-term rental manager actually does
Professional photography, listing creation and distribution on the right channels — including direct booking on bookmahogany.com, which reduces dependence on platform commissions.
Dynamic pricingRates reviewed continuously against seasonality, events and demand, protecting both occupancy and nightly revenue.
Guest experienceScreening, communication, seamless check-in and human support during the stay — run to hotel standards, with hotel-quality linen.
OperationsHousekeeping between every stay, maintenance, inspections and quality control.
ComplianceDTCM holiday-home licensing and permits, handled end to end.
TransparencyA real-time owner portal: live calendar, revenue dashboard, guest reviews, statements. Real data, whenever you ask.
How much does Airbnb management cost in Dubai?
Most Dubai operators charge between 15% and 25% of revenue, sometimes with setup fees, fixed monthly charges or extras. Mahogany keeps it simple:
No fixed fees, no onboarding charges. We earn when you earn, so our incentives are exactly yours.
How fast can my property go live?
With Mahogany, a typical property goes from keys to first guests live in 15 days: a conversation and assessment, DTCM licensing and setup, styling and photography, then go-live.
Why owners choose Mahogany
20+ residences under management · 95% average occupancy · rated 4.93 on Airbnb across 750+ reviews · Airbnb Superhost · Guest Favorite · licensed by Dubai’s DTCM.
Whether you own one unit or a growing portfolio, we’re here to manage, optimize, and elevate your property — as if it were our own.
FAQ
Yes — holiday homes in Dubai must be registered with the DTCM. Mahogany handles the licensing and permits for you as part of onboarding. Read our guide to the DTCM holiday home licence.
Which areas do you cover?Our portfolio is centred on prime Dubai locations — Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa district), Dubai Hills and neighbouring communities.
How do I follow my property’s performance?Through your owner portal: live booking calendar, occupancy, revenue dashboard and statements — updated in real time.
How do I start?A WhatsApp message is enough. No pressure — just a conversation.