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Santa Cruz, Costa Rica Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Santa Cruz brought in ₡8,632,784 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 46% less than the Provincia de Guanacaste average of ₡16,067,978.
The short answer
Santa Cruz Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the Provincia de Guanacaste average. Listings averaged ₡112,337 a night and were booked on 31% of available nights, against ₡152,000 and 38% for the Provincia de Guanacaste average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about three times as much as in September, usually the slowest.
With 237 active listings, Santa Cruz is the sixth-largest of 28 Provincia de Guanacaste markets AirROI tracks.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Santa Cruz?
Gross bookings per Santa Cruz listing averaged ₡8,632,784 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Provincia de Guanacaste average: ₡16,067,978), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Santa Cruz listing brings in ₡1,530,000 in December, its best month, and ₡501,000 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 6.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ₡2,800,000+ a month, about 4.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₡1,520,000 or more, roughly ₡900,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ₡618,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₡233,000 or less, about 38% of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
December earns about three times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average ₡1,710,000 ₡349,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡1,050,000. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Santa Cruz Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
March 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in December 2025 and bookings in February 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | ₡501,237 | 23.3% | ₡104,012 | ₡16,708 | 19 days | 4.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | ₡688,859 | 21.8% | ₡104,487 | ₡22,221 | 38 days | 3.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | ₡1,023,550 | 30.2% | ₡106,880 | ₡34,118 | 47 days | 4.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | ₡1,534,969 | 38.1% | ₡114,685 | ₡49,515 | 48 days | 5.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | ₡1,535,489 | 41.0% | ₡112,694 | ₡49,532 | 58 days | 5.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | ₡1,579,071 | 45.2% | ₡108,999 | ₡56,395 | 39 days | 5.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | ₡1,713,291 | 38.9% | ₡109,657 | ₡55,267 | 43 days | 4.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | ₡1,218,720 | 27.1% | ₡106,147 | ₡40,624 | 35 days | 4 nights |
| May 2026 | ₡1,292,962 | 27.1% | ₡108,370 | ₡41,708 | 29 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | ₡1,260,338 | 30.7% | ₡111,118 | ₡42,011 | 31 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | ₡1,466,285 | 38.0% | ₡112,914 | ₡47,300 | 43 days | 4.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | ₡846,569 | 24.0% | ₡107,477 | ₡27,309 | 32 days | 3.5 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Santa Cruz home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb revenue calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Santa Cruz Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Santa Cruz Airbnb took in ₡8,632,784 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about ₡517,000 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about ₡1,288,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the ₡423,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about ₡552,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about ₡448,000 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Santa Cruz Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | ₡8,209,784 | ₡20,202,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Santa Cruz bookings | ₡423,000 | ₡1,041,000 |
| Gross bookings | ₡8,632,784 | ₡21,243,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 70% of Santa Cruz listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −₡1,015,000 | −₡2,497,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ₡0 if you clean yourself | −₡423,000 | −₡1,041,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₡432,000 | −₡1,062,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₡173,000 | −₡425,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₡259,000 | −₡637,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₡86,000 | −₡86,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₡43,000 | −₡43,000 |
| Management₡0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | ₡0 | ₡0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | ₡0 | ₡0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | ₡0 | ₡0 |
| Total running costsAbout 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −₡2,431,000 | −₡5,791,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₡6,201,784about ₡517,000 a month | ₡15,452,000about ₡1,288,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Santa Cruz Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Santa Cruz's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Santa Cruz home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Santa Cruz's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Santa Cruz listings are booked on 47% or more of their nights, against 26% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of ₡67,400 adds about ₡674,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge ₡109,000 a night or more, against a median of ₡67,400. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about ₡821,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about ₡1,530,000, against ₡501,000 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Santa Cruz listings average 4.79 stars, and 34% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about ₡1,770,000 a month, against ₡719,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz listings were booked on 31% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points below the Provincia de Guanacaste average (38%) and 5 points below the Costa Rica average (36%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 41% in January and falls to 22% in October.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 68%+ of open nights, 42 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 47% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 26% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 13% or less, less than one night a week.
January is usually the busiest month in Santa Cruz, October the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 31% 45% 20%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Santa Cruz?
The average nightly rate in Santa Cruz, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₡112,337 over the past year, about 26% below the Provincia de Guanacaste average of ₡152,000 and about 6% above the Costa Rica average of ₡106,000. In a typical year, rates peak in December at about ₡115,000 and bottom out in September and October at about ₡104,000.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.9 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge ₡198,000+ a night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge ₡109,000 or more, about ₡42,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about ₡67,400 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge ₡40,500 or less, about 60% of the median.
December rates run 10% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average ₡115,000 ₡51,700
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡99,800. The 12-month ADR of ₡112,337 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Santa Cruz?
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Santa Cruz it averaged ₡37,900 over the past year, from about ₡16,700 in a typical September to about ₡49,500 in a typical December.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ₡80,900+ per open night, about four times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₡44,800 or more, about ₡24,000 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ₡20,600 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₡9,090 or less, about 44% of the median.
December RevPAR is about three times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average ₡56,400 ₡11,200
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡34,400. The 12-month RevPAR of ₡37,900 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has two high seasons, July and December–March, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from August to October.
Average revenue by month in Santa Cruz
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average ₡1,530,000 ₡501,000
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, ₡1,110,000.
Revenue by month in Santa Cruz in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | ₡1,390,000 |
| February | High season | ₡1,300,000 |
| March | High season | ₡1,420,000 |
| April | Shoulder season | ₡1,090,000 |
| May | Shoulder season | ₡1,040,000 |
| June | Shoulder season | ₡1,140,000 |
| July | High season | ₡1,300,000 |
| August | Low season | ₡859,000 |
| September | Low season | ₡501,000 |
| October | Low season | ₡689,000 |
| November | Shoulder season | ₡1,020,000 |
| December | High season | ₡1,530,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly, December–March | ₡1,390,000 | 39% | ₡111,020 |
| Shoulder seasonApril–June, November | ₡1,070,000 | 29% | ₡107,856 |
| Low seasonAugust–October | ₡683,000 | 23% | ₡104,800 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Santa Cruz?
Guests book Santa Cruz stays 44 days ahead on average (about six weeks). January stays are booked furthest out, about 57 days ahead, and September stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical January booking is made in mid-November.
January stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 37 days 65 days 9 days
The 12-month figure of 44 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Santa Cruz
None of the 237 active listings in Santa Cruz display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Santa Cruz.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Santa Cruz
AirROI's area guide picks Playa Hermosa, Montezuma and Cabo Blanco as the parts of Santa Cruz that draw short-term rental guests. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Hermosa | A beautiful beach known for its soft sand and stunning sunsets. Ideal for sunbathers and surfers, attracting families and couples alike looking for a relaxing getaway. | Playa Hermosa Beach, Surfing schools, Snorkeling tours, Nearby restaurants, Paddle boarding opportunities |
| Montezuma | Known for its eco-tourism and stunning natural beauty, Montezuma attracts backpackers and nature enthusiasts looking for waterfalls and jungle adventures. | Montezuma Waterfalls, Beaches, Yoga retreats, Nature trails, Mangroves |
| Cabo Blanco | Home to the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, this area is ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and hikers looking to explore diverse ecosystems. | Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, Hiking trails, Wildlife watching, Beaches, National park tours |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Santa Cruz Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Nine in ten Airbnbs in Santa Cruz are entire homes (90%), with private rooms at 9%. Houses are the most common property type at 65%, about 3.4 times the share of apartments and condos (19%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Santa Cruz Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 90%
- Private room 9%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 90.3% | 214 |
| Private room | 9.3% | 22 |
| Shared room | 0.4% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Santa Cruz Airbnb listings by property type
- House 65%
- Apartment/Condo 19%
- Hotel/Boutique 10%
- Cabin/Outdoor 5%
- Unique stay <1%
- Others <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 64.6% | 153 |
| Apartment/Condo | 19.0% | 45 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 10.1% | 24 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 5.1% | 12 |
| Unique stay | 0.8% | 2 |
| Others | 0.4% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Santa Cruz Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Santa Cruz (35% of entire homes), and 44% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 210 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Santa Cruz entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
3%
18%
35%
25%
12%
7%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.9% | 6 |
| 1 bedroom | 18.1% | 38 |
| 2 bedrooms | 35.2% | 74 |
| 3 bedrooms | 24.8% | 52 |
| 4 bedrooms | 12.4% | 26 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.7% | 14 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Santa Cruz
A typical one-bedroom home in Santa Cruz earned ₡2,080,000 over the past year, against ₡38,400,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 38 | ₡2,080,000 | ₡2,530,000 | ₡45,384 | 26% |
| 2 bedrooms | 74 | ₡3,560,000 | ₡5,410,000 | ₡70,770 | 32% |
| 3 bedrooms | 52 | ₡7,610,000 | ₡9,860,000 | ₡106,468 | 36% |
| 4 bedrooms | 26 | ₡7,770,000 | ₡13,000,000 | ₡175,202 | 34% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 14 | ₡38,400,000 | ₡44,500,000 | ₡586,713 | 33% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Santa Cruz Sleep?
The most common capacity in Santa Cruz is eight or more guests (29% of listings), and 55% of listings sleep six or more.
Santa Cruz listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
10%
5%
24%
5%
23%
3%
29%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 10.2% | 23 |
| 3 guests | 5.3% | 12 |
| 4 guests | 23.9% | 54 |
| 5 guests | 5.3% | 12 |
| 6 guests | 23.5% | 53 |
| 7 guests | 3.1% | 7 |
| 8+ guests | 28.8% | 65 |
How Santa Cruz Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Santa Cruz hosts set up an average of 3.6 beds per listing. Only 47% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 16
- Beds per listing
- 3.6
- Show exact location
- 47%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Santa Cruz Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Santa Cruz: 78% of listings have one, and 99% offer free parking on site.
Share of Santa Cruz listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Santa Cruz
Listings in Santa Cruz with a gym earned about 5.7 times as much a year, on average, as those without: ₡38,200,000 against ₡6,640,000. The gap is smaller for a sound system (about 3.9 times as much) and beach essentials (about 3.8 times as much). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Santa Cruz listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym | 6% | ₡38,200,000 | ₡6,640,000 | +475% |
| Sound system | 10% | ₡26,200,000 | ₡6,650,000 | +295% |
| Beach essentials | 10% | ₡25,800,000 | ₡6,700,000 | +285% |
| Exercise equipment | 7% | ₡27,200,000 | ₡7,200,000 | +278% |
| BBQ grill | 56% | ₡12,500,000 | ₡3,630,000 | +246% |
| Sun loungers | 30% | ₡15,600,000 | ₡5,600,000 | +178% |
| Waterfront | 7% | ₡18,600,000 | ₡7,910,000 | +136% |
| Hot tub | 4% | ₡18,400,000 | ₡8,200,000 | +125% |
| Patio or balcony | 47% | ₡11,700,000 | ₡5,960,000 | +96% |
| Fire pit | 10% | ₡15,100,000 | ₡7,940,000 | +90% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz splits its demand between home and abroad: 51% of guests who left reviews live outside Costa Rica, led by visitors from the United States and Canada. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 42%, followed by Spanish and French.
51% of Santa Cruz guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 51%
- Domestic 49%
Where Santa Cruz guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| San José | 12.6% |
| Heredia | 5.7% |
| Cartago | 2.7% |
| Montreal | 2.5% |
| Alajuela | 1.9% |
Where Santa Cruz guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 48.8% |
| United States | 26.5% |
| Canada | 14.9% |
| Germany | 1.6% |
| France | 1.4% |
Languages spoken by Santa Cruz guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 42.2% |
| Spanish | 41.0% |
| French | 7.1% |
| German | 2.6% |
| Portuguese | 1.6% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 34% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.78.
Communication scores highest in Santa Cruz; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.80 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.86 |
| Location | 4.80 |
| Check-in | 4.81 |
| Value | 4.78 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Santa Cruz: Stays, Rules and Fees
95% of Santa Cruz listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 8% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 44% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Santa Cruz listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 76%
- 181-270 days 19%
- 91-180 days 5%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 75.5% | 179 |
| 181-270 days | 19.0% | 45 |
| 91-180 days | 5.1% | 12 |
| 31-90 days | 0.4% | 1 |
Days a year Santa Cruz listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days <1%
- 181-270 days 7%
- 91-180 days 18%
- 31-90 days 44%
- 1-30 days 30%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 0.4% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 7.2% | 17 |
| 91-180 days | 18.1% | 43 |
| 31-90 days | 43.9% | 104 |
| 1-30 days | 30.4% | 72 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Santa Cruz?
The average Santa Cruz booking lasts 4.9 nights, longest in December and shortest in August. Listings took about 13 bookings each over the year, some 2,970 in all. Nearly six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Santa Cruz
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.4 nights 5.6 nights 3.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Santa Cruz Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About eight in ten listings in Santa Cruz accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Santa Cruz listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Santa Cruz?
Flexible and Firm are the most common cancellation policies in Santa Cruz, each used by 31% of listings. Hosts here lean flexible: nearly six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 36% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Santa Cruz listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Santa Cruz?
Nearly two-thirds of Santa Cruz listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is ₡18,719, and some higher fees lift the average to ₡33,437. Spread over the average stay of 4.9 nights, that adds roughly ₡3,860 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 5% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- ₡18,719
- Average cleaning fee
- ₡33,437
- Listings charging a fee
- 65.4%
- Share of gross revenue
- 4.9%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Santa Cruz
The top-grossing Airbnb in Santa Cruz, a seven-bedroom home, took in ₡188,000,000 over the past year, about 22 times the city's average of ₡8,630,000. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.
Beachfront Estate • Private Chef & Full Staff Entire home · 7 bedrooms 
Grande Dreams 100ft to beach includes golf cart! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- ₡70.9M
- Occupancy
- 46.9%
- Daily rate
- ₡480,200
Stunning Eco Villa with Ocean Views and Staff Entire home · 5 bedrooms - Revenue
- ₡60.6M
- Occupancy
- 23.8%
- Daily rate
- ₡1.2M
Casa Amigos Tamarindo Luxury Villa w/ Private Pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- ₡47.7M
- Occupancy
- 60.0%
- Daily rate
- ₡205,011
Casa Surfside Sands Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- ₡44.8M
- Occupancy
- 64.8%
- Daily rate
- ₡290,305
Infinity Pool | Ocean Views | Flamingo Beach Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- ₡44.8M
- Occupancy
- 25.7%
- Daily rate
- ₡727,289
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Santa Cruz?
Kenny is the top-grossing host in Santa Cruz, with ₡188.4 million in bookings from a single listing over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 8% of the market's 237 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenny | 1 | ₡188,410,327 | ₡188,410,327 | – | |
| Michelle | 1 | ₡70,877,208 | ₡70,877,208 | 5.00/5 | |
| Nils | 1 | ₡60,599,805 | ₡60,599,805 | – | |
| 4 | Krain Vacation Rentals | 2 | ₡56,868,268 | ₡28,434,134 | 4.92/5 |
| 5 | Outer Reef Properties | 3 | ₡50,438,456 | ₡16,812,819 | 4.86/5 |
| 6 | William | 1 | ₡47,743,925 | ₡47,743,925 | 5.00/5 |
| 7 | Eden Properties | 4 | ₡47,146,336 | ₡11,786,584 | 4.90/5 |
| 8 | Lilian | 3 | ₡46,411,166 | ₡15,470,389 | 4.54/5 |
| 9 | Darren | 1 | ₡44,844,894 | ₡44,844,894 | 5.00/5 |
| 10 | Felipe | 1 | ₡44,751,770 | ₡44,751,770 | 5.00/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Santa Cruz?
Only 5% of Santa Cruz listings are classed as professionally managed, though 37% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 45% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 70% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 44.7%
- Professional management
- 5.1%
- Cohosted listings
- 37.1%
- Instant Book enabled
- 40.5%
- Simplified Pricing
- 70.0%
Nearby markets
Santa Cruz vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 12 km, Pinilla (9 km away) earned the most per listing, about 3.5 times as much as Santa Cruz. Playa Grande was the busiest, booked on 47% of nights against 31% in Santa Cruz.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villarreal 5 km | 91 | ₡8,073,298 | ₡90,874 | 34% |
| Tamarindo 8 km | 1,448 | ₡22,948,906 | ₡184,916 | 42% |
| Pinilla 9 km | 120 | ₡30,611,332 | ₡260,819 | 35% |
| Playa Grande 10 km | 86 | ₡25,310,715 | ₡193,184 | 47% |
| Playa Langosta 10 km | 174 | ₡27,430,587 | ₡243,692 | 41% |
| Cabo Velas 11 km | 791 | ₡21,566,543 | ₡187,312 | 39% |
| Playa Avellana 11 km | 57 | ₡13,665,456 | ₡117,973 | 36% |
| Brasilito 12 km | 36 | ₡9,739,246 | ₡107,753 | 38% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Provincia de Guanacaste
- Sardinal Airbnb data 1,242 listings
- Nosara Airbnb data 930 listings
- Sámara Airbnb data 619 listings
- Tempate Airbnb data 619 listings
- Liberia Airbnb data 188 listings
- Cuajiniquil Airbnb data 175 listings
- Puerto Carrillo Airbnb data 107 listings
- La Cruz Airbnb data 101 listings
See all 28 Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Santa Cruz
Markets elsewhere in Costa Rica with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Santa Cruz:
- Parrita Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡99,859/night · 30.7%
- Tárcoles Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡122,943/night · 29.1%
- Bahía Ballena Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡119,635/night · 36.1%
- Savegre Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡129,972/night · 34.7%
FAQ
Santa Cruz Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Santa Cruz?
An active Santa Cruz Airbnb grossed ₡8,632,784 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 237 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₡1,520,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Santa Cruz?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Santa Cruz listings earn between ₡233,000 and ₡1,520,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₡2,800,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Santa Cruz?
Listings in Santa Cruz were booked on 31% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the Provincia de Guanacaste average. January is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Santa Cruz?
The average booked night in Santa Cruz cost ₡112,337 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₡40,500 and ₡109,000; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Santa Cruz?
None of the active Santa Cruz listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Santa Cruz?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Santa Cruz Airbnb grossed ₡8,632,784 in the 12 months to September 2026, 46% below the Provincia de Guanacaste average of ₡16,067,978. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, ₡6,201,784 a year (about ₡517,000 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about ₡1,288,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Santa Cruz?
December usually pays best, averaging ₡1,530,000 per active listing, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Santa Cruz?
Each night a Santa Cruz listing was open to book earned ₡37,900 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made ₡80,900 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz stays were booked 44 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Santa Cruz?
The average Santa Cruz Airbnb stay lasted 4.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 13 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Santa Cruz rated?
Guests rate Santa Cruz Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Santa Cruz?
Playa Hermosa, Montezuma and Cabo Blanco draw the most short-term rental interest in Santa Cruz. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Santa Cruz?
AirROI counted 237 active Airbnb listings in Santa Cruz as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Villarreal, 5 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Santa Cruz?
In Santa Cruz, nearly two-thirds of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is ₡18,719, and some higher fees lift the average to ₡33,437.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 237 active Airbnb listings in Santa Cruz from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Costa Rican colóns at ₡468 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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