Montenegrin tourism sets new records every year. Millions of tourists, hundreds of thousands of overnight stays, thousands of private apartments, villas and houses that need to be prepared for new guests every day.
Behind all that are the maids.
If you are thinking about a seasonal job that you can do flexibly, without special degrees and with a real possibility of good earnings — the job of a housekeeper in the tourist season is one of the most concrete options in Montenegro today.
In this text, we explain what this job entails, how much you can earn and how to get started — step by step.
Who can work as a maid
The job of a housekeeper does not require a formal qualification. What it requires is reliability, precision and physical fitness.
It is most often chosen by:
- Women looking for a flexible source of income with family responsibilities
- Female students who want a seasonal job during the summer months
- People looking for additional income in addition to regular work
- Those who have already worked in households or hotels and want to work independently
- Unemployed persons looking for stable seasonal work
There is no age limit or special education requirement. What apartment owners are looking for is simple — that you can be on time, that you work thoroughly and that you are communicative.
What does the job of a housekeeper in tourism entail?
The job of a housekeeper in a tourist accommodation is different from cleaning a private home. The pace is faster, the standards are higher and every detail counts.
Typical tasks include:
- Detailed cleaning of the apartment, villa or house between guests
- Changing and placing fresh bed linen
- Cleaning and disinfection of bathrooms and kitchens
- Cleaning the terrace or balcony
- Checking the inventory and reporting any damage
- Welcoming guests and handing over keys — for those who offer that extra service
Most of the work takes place in the morning and afternoon — between the check-out time (usually until 10 or 11 am) and the check-in time (usually from 2 or 3 pm). This means you can cover more sites in one day and earn more.
How much can a housekeeper earn in Montenegro
This is a question that interests everyone who is thinking about this business. We give realistic frameworks — without exaggeration.
Price per cleaning varies depending on:
- Object sizes (studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, villa)
- Type of cleaning (regular between guests, general cleaning, welcoming guests)
- Cities and locations (coast vs. inland)
- Seasons (July-August bring higher demand and higher prices)
The approximate range that owners accept:
- Studio apartment: €15–25 per cleaning
- One-bedroom apartment: €20–35 per cleaning
- Two-room apartment: €30–50 per cleaning
- Villa: €60-€150 per cleaning, depending on size
If you do three to four cleanings a day in the height of the season, the daily earnings can be between €60 and €150 — without an employer, without a fixed schedule and without sharing with an agency.
On spremacica.me you determine your own price. There is no platform commission on your earnings — you negotiate directly with the owner.
Advantages of working as a maid on the platform
Until now, many cleaners have found clients exclusively through acquaintances and word of mouth. It works—but it has clear limits.
spremacica.me changes that model:
Visibility without word of mouth
Your profile is visible to all accommodation owners searching for a housekeeper in your city. You don't have to wait for someone to recommend you — clients can find you on their own.
Reviews that build trust
Any owner who is satisfied with your work can leave a review on your profile. Over time, a profile with good ratings becomes your strongest recommendation.
Direct agreement without intermediaries
There is no agency that takes part of your earnings. You negotiate the price directly with the owner, and you receive the money directly.
Flexibility
You choose which appointments you accept, which services you offer and which cities you work in. You are not tied to one employer.
See how registration works and what you get as a housekeeper on the page For Cleaner.
What services can you offer?
On Spremačica.me, you can offer one or more types of services, depending on your experience and capacity:
Apartment Cleaning — The most popular service on the platform. Preparing accommodation between guests, changing bed linen, cleaning the bathroom and kitchen. Learn more about apartment cleaning.
Villa Cleaning — A more demanding job that also brings higher earnings. If you have experience with larger facilities, this is a service in high demand. More about cleaning the villas.
Guest Check-In Services — You welcome the guests, hand over the keys and briefly introduce them to the accommodation. Excellent as a supplementary service to cleaning. More about welcoming guests.
Cleaning of private houses — For owners looking for regular home cleaning, not just tourist accommodation. More stable, longer-term engagement. See the page private houses.
Cleaning of business premises — Offices, surgeries, salons. It is usually done early in the morning or late in the afternoon — compatible with seasonal work. More about cleaning business premises.
Tips for a successful start
If you're just starting out, here are some practical tips that can help you build a clientele quickly:
Be specific in the description of your services
When filling out your profile on the platform, be specific — what services you offer, what cities you work in, when you're available. Landlords don't like ambiguity.
Respond quickly to inquiries
Owners looking for a housekeeper often need someone on short notice. A quick response — even within a few hours — increases your chance of getting an engagement.
Ask for a review after every job
The first review is the hardest to get — and the most important. After the job is done, kindly ask the owner to leave a comment on your profile. A good profile is built review by review.
Invest in fixed assets for work
Some housekeepers bring their own cleaning supplies — that's an advantage over the competition. It makes organization easier for owners and increases confidence.
Be professional in communication
Punctuality, clear communication and adherence to agreed terms — this is what builds long-term relationships with clients and leads to ongoing engagements.
In which cities is the demand the highest?
The demand for maids on the Montenegrin coast is seasonal — but in season it is extremely high.
Cities with the highest demand are:
- Budva — the largest tourist center, the most private accommodation
- Kotor and Herceg Novi — growing destinations with more and more apartments
- Bar and Ulcinj — south of the coast, high occupancy in July and August
- Tivat — Porto Montenegro and its surroundings bring premium clientele
- Zabljak and Kolasin - tourist centers where private accommodation is on the rise
Off the coast, Podgorica has a constant demand for cleaning private houses and business premises throughout the year.
Search for available opportunities in your city on the page Cities.
How to register on Spremačica.me
Registration is free and takes a few minutes:
- Go to page For Cleaner
- Fill out the profile — name, services you offer, city and availability
- Wait for owners to find your profile or actively respond to inquiries
- Make an agreement directly and start working
There are no registration fees. There is no commission on earnings. The platform gives you visibility — everything else you arrange yourself.
Conclusion
The job of a housekeeper in the tourist season in Montenegro offers a real income, flexible working hours and the opportunity to build your own clientele — without an employer and without an agency that takes part of the earnings.
Spremačica.me is here to help you reach your first clients faster and easier than you could through word of mouth.
👉 Register as a housekeeper — for free
