What Are the Best Places to Invest in Airbnb in Sri Lanka?

Source: AirROI Reviewed by Jun Zhou , Founder @ AirROI

Updated: 2026-05-04

The short-term rental market in Sri Lanka spans 56 cities tracked in AirROI's 2026 dataset, ranging from mature urban markets with thousands of active listings to emerging destinations where early operators still have pricing leverage. Supply growth, regulation, and seasonal demand vary significantly across the region — making market selection one of the highest-leverage decisions an Airbnb investor can make.

This page ranks the best Airbnb markets in Sri Lanka across four dimensions: market depth (active listings), revenue, nightly rate (ADR), and occupancy rate. Colombo, Western Province leads by market size with 507 active listings and $541/month revenue. Across all ranked markets, average occupancy is 30.0% with $814/month in average revenue and $113/night ADR. 56 of 56 markets carry a low regulation profile — a key consideration for investors evaluating compliance costs and time-to-market.

Rankings based on AirROI's analysis of 20,000,000+ short-term rental listings across revenue, ADR, occupancy, and regulation. See ranking methodology.

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Top Airbnb Markets in Sri Lanka by Active Listings

Active listing count is the most direct measure of a market's depth, maturity, and investor confidence. Cities with the most Airbnb listings in Sri Lanka attract the highest volume of travelers and offer the most reliable benchmarking data for pricing and revenue projections. Colombo, Western Province leads with 507 active short-term rental listings and $541/month in average revenue.

#	Market	Active Listings (TTM)	Revenue/mo	ADR	Occupancy	Regulation
1	Colombo, Western Province	507	$541	$70	35.1%	Low
2	Hikkaduwa, Southern Province	294	$449	$85	29.7%	Low
3	Galle, Southern Province	261	$598	$108	26.2%	Low
4	Mirissa, Southern Province	251	$665	$89	31.5%	Low
5	Ella, Uva Province	211	$536	$66	29.7%	Low
6	Kandy, Central Province	209	$363	$68	24.9%	Low
7	Ahangama, Southern Province	205	$1,083	$133	35.2%	Low
8	Weligama, Southern Province	160	$753	$98	32.7%	Low
9	Dikwella, Southern Province	137	$1,519	$135	35.2%	Low
10	Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Western Province	115	$321	$63	30.6%	Low
11	Talpe, Southern Province	108	$2,016	$302	31.8%	Low
12	Nuwara Eliya, Central Province	105	$461	$94	21.3%	Low
13	Rumassala, Southern Province	103	$797	$102	30.1%	Low
14	Dehiwala, Western Province	102	$404	$51	34.3%	Low
15	Thalaramba, Southern Province	96	$705	$125	30.7%	Low
16	Negombo, Western Province	86	$333	$51	26.2%	Low
17	Heenatigala Junction, Southern Province	77	$1,569	$236	30.8%	Low
18	Tangalle, Southern Province	74	$497	$99	24.2%	Low
19	Thiranagama, Southern Province	70	$407	$66	28.0%	Low
20	Ettukala, Western Province	68	$272	$43	23.4%	Low
21	Sigiriya, Central Province	66	$349	$51	29.8%	Low
22	Midigama, Southern Province	66	$388	$67	29.1%	Low
23	Walgama, Southern Province	63	$2,467	$163	42.9%	Low
24	Kabalana, Southern Province	59	$1,227	$133	35.0%	Low
25	Nilwella, Southern Province	59	$1,190	$119	35.7%	Low
26	Unawatuna, Southern Province	58	$805	$133	25.8%	Low
27	Anuradhapura, North Central Province	55	$212	$45	21.5%	Low
28	Arugam Bay, Eastern Province	54	$320	$76	31.1%	Low
29	Kathaluwa, Southern Province	49	$2,793	$344	33.4%	Low
30	Peleana, Southern Province	45	$1,229	$180	26.6%	Low
31	Nilaveli, Eastern Province	44	$705	$112	29.8%	Low
32	Goviyapana, Southern Province	44	$2,058	$189	42.0%	Low
33	Polhena, Southern Province	44	$1,128	$129	28.0%	Low
34	Matara, Southern Province	41	$853	$115	29.8%	Low
35	Trincomalee, Eastern Province	39	$1,099	$126	35.2%	Low
36	Bentota, Southern Province	37	$500	$123	22.7%	Low
37	Ulla, Eastern Province	34	$617	$86	39.2%	Low
38	Magasthota, Central Province	32	$828	$130	26.9%	Low
39	Kadewatta, Southern Province	32	$322	$58	29.4%	Low
40	Ehalagala, Central Province	30	$237	$40	25.0%	Low
41	Habaraduwa, Southern Province	30	$1,487	$200	28.2%	Low
42	Sinimodara, Southern Province	30	$938	$124	30.5%	Low
43	Kithal Ella, Uva Province	30	$300	$45	30.7%	Low
44	Unakuruwa, Southern Province	29	$968	$144	29.2%	Low
45	Madampagama, Southern Province	25	$1,600	$241	34.7%	Low
46	Rajgama, Southern Province	25	$1,496	$205	35.7%	Low
47	Nugegoda, Western Province	25	$227	$42	30.4%	Low
48	Habarana, North Central Province	23	$550	$74	32.8%	Low
49	Alles Garden, Eastern Province	22	$224	$39	28.5%	Low
50	Udawalawe, Sabaragamuwa Province	22	$227	$31	25.4%	Low
51	Moratuwa, Western Province	22	$232	$54	26.8%	Low
52	Ambalangoda, Southern Province	20	$437	$126	25.0%	Low
53	Batawala, Southern Province	20	$436	$42	34.1%	Low
54	Jaffna, Northern Province	18	$333	$72	19.5%	Low
55	Haliwala, Southern Province	18	$426	$98	31.6%	Low
56	Kamburugamuwa, Southern Province	18	$2,063	$267	27.8%	Low

Most Profitable Airbnb Markets in Sri Lanka by Revenue

The most profitable Airbnb cities in Sri Lanka are those where hosts earn the highest average monthly revenue per listing — the single most telling indicator of a market's income potential. Kathaluwa, Southern Province leads with $2,793/month at $344 ADR and 33.4% occupancy. Whether you are evaluating your first STR investment or benchmarking an existing property, these top-earning Airbnb markets show where vacation rentals generate the greatest short-term rental income.

#	Market	Revenue/mo	Active Listings (TTM)	ADR	Occupancy	Regulation
1	Kathaluwa, Southern Province	$2,793	49	$344	33.4%	Low
2	Walgama, Southern Province	$2,467	63	$163	42.9%	Low
3	Kamburugamuwa, Southern Province	$2,063	18	$267	27.8%	Low
4	Goviyapana, Southern Province	$2,058	44	$189	42.0%	Low
5	Talpe, Southern Province	$2,016	108	$302	31.8%	Low
6	Madampagama, Southern Province	$1,600	25	$241	34.7%	Low
7	Heenatigala Junction, Southern Province	$1,569	77	$236	30.8%	Low
8	Dikwella, Southern Province	$1,519	137	$135	35.2%	Low
9	Rajgama, Southern Province	$1,496	25	$205	35.7%	Low
10	Habaraduwa, Southern Province	$1,487	30	$200	28.2%	Low
11	Peleana, Southern Province	$1,229	45	$180	26.6%	Low
12	Kabalana, Southern Province	$1,227	59	$133	35.0%	Low
13	Nilwella, Southern Province	$1,190	59	$119	35.7%	Low
14	Polhena, Southern Province	$1,128	44	$129	28.0%	Low
15	Trincomalee, Eastern Province	$1,099	39	$126	35.2%	Low
16	Ahangama, Southern Province	$1,083	205	$133	35.2%	Low
17	Unakuruwa, Southern Province	$968	29	$144	29.2%	Low
18	Sinimodara, Southern Province	$938	30	$124	30.5%	Low
19	Matara, Southern Province	$853	41	$115	29.8%	Low
20	Magasthota, Central Province	$828	32	$130	26.9%	Low
21	Unawatuna, Southern Province	$805	58	$133	25.8%	Low
22	Rumassala, Southern Province	$797	103	$102	30.1%	Low
23	Weligama, Southern Province	$753	160	$98	32.7%	Low
24	Thalaramba, Southern Province	$705	96	$125	30.7%	Low
25	Nilaveli, Eastern Province	$705	44	$112	29.8%	Low
26	Mirissa, Southern Province	$665	251	$89	31.5%	Low
27	Ulla, Eastern Province	$617	34	$86	39.2%	Low
28	Galle, Southern Province	$598	261	$108	26.2%	Low
29	Habarana, North Central Province	$550	23	$74	32.8%	Low
30	Colombo, Western Province	$541	507	$70	35.1%	Low
31	Ella, Uva Province	$536	211	$66	29.7%	Low
32	Bentota, Southern Province	$500	37	$123	22.7%	Low
33	Tangalle, Southern Province	$497	74	$99	24.2%	Low
34	Nuwara Eliya, Central Province	$461	105	$94	21.3%	Low
35	Hikkaduwa, Southern Province	$449	294	$85	29.7%	Low
36	Ambalangoda, Southern Province	$437	20	$126	25.0%	Low
37	Batawala, Southern Province	$436	20	$42	34.1%	Low
38	Haliwala, Southern Province	$426	18	$98	31.6%	Low
39	Thiranagama, Southern Province	$407	70	$66	28.0%	Low
40	Dehiwala, Western Province	$404	102	$51	34.3%	Low
41	Midigama, Southern Province	$388	66	$67	29.1%	Low
42	Kandy, Central Province	$363	209	$68	24.9%	Low
43	Sigiriya, Central Province	$349	66	$51	29.8%	Low
44	Negombo, Western Province	$333	86	$51	26.2%	Low
45	Jaffna, Northern Province	$333	18	$72	19.5%	Low
46	Kadewatta, Southern Province	$322	32	$58	29.4%	Low
47	Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Western Province	$321	115	$63	30.6%	Low
48	Arugam Bay, Eastern Province	$320	54	$76	31.1%	Low
49	Kithal Ella, Uva Province	$300	30	$45	30.7%	Low
50	Ettukala, Western Province	$272	68	$43	23.4%	Low
51	Ehalagala, Central Province	$237	30	$40	25.0%	Low
52	Moratuwa, Western Province	$232	22	$54	26.8%	Low
53	Nugegoda, Western Province	$227	25	$42	30.4%	Low
54	Udawalawe, Sabaragamuwa Province	$227	22	$31	25.4%	Low
55	Alles Garden, Eastern Province	$224	22	$39	28.5%	Low
56	Anuradhapura, North Central Province	$212	55	$45	21.5%	Low

Most Expensive Airbnb Markets in Sri Lanka by Nightly Rate

The average daily rate (ADR) measures how much guests pay per night in each market, making it the clearest indicator of a city's short-term rental pricing power. Kathaluwa, Southern Province commands the highest Airbnb nightly rate in Sri Lanka at $344/night, generating $2,793/month at 33.4% occupancy. Markets with premium nightly pricing typically feature high-demand destinations where travelers pay a significant premium over hotel alternatives.

#	Market	ADR	Active Listings (TTM)	Revenue/mo	Occupancy	Regulation
1	Kathaluwa, Southern Province	$344	49	$2,793	33.4%	Low
2	Talpe, Southern Province	$302	108	$2,016	31.8%	Low
3	Kamburugamuwa, Southern Province	$267	18	$2,063	27.8%	Low
4	Madampagama, Southern Province	$241	25	$1,600	34.7%	Low
5	Heenatigala Junction, Southern Province	$236	77	$1,569	30.8%	Low
6	Rajgama, Southern Province	$205	25	$1,496	35.7%	Low
7	Habaraduwa, Southern Province	$200	30	$1,487	28.2%	Low
8	Goviyapana, Southern Province	$189	44	$2,058	42.0%	Low
9	Peleana, Southern Province	$180	45	$1,229	26.6%	Low
10	Walgama, Southern Province	$163	63	$2,467	42.9%	Low
11	Unakuruwa, Southern Province	$144	29	$968	29.2%	Low
12	Dikwella, Southern Province	$135	137	$1,519	35.2%	Low
13	Unawatuna, Southern Province	$133	58	$805	25.8%	Low
14	Kabalana, Southern Province	$133	59	$1,227	35.0%	Low
15	Ahangama, Southern Province	$133	205	$1,083	35.2%	Low
16	Magasthota, Central Province	$130	32	$828	26.9%	Low
17	Polhena, Southern Province	$129	44	$1,128	28.0%	Low
18	Trincomalee, Eastern Province	$126	39	$1,099	35.2%	Low
19	Ambalangoda, Southern Province	$126	20	$437	25.0%	Low
20	Thalaramba, Southern Province	$125	96	$705	30.7%	Low
21	Sinimodara, Southern Province	$124	30	$938	30.5%	Low
22	Bentota, Southern Province	$123	37	$500	22.7%	Low
23	Nilwella, Southern Province	$119	59	$1,190	35.7%	Low
24	Matara, Southern Province	$115	41	$853	29.8%	Low
25	Nilaveli, Eastern Province	$112	44	$705	29.8%	Low
26	Galle, Southern Province	$108	261	$598	26.2%	Low
27	Rumassala, Southern Province	$102	103	$797	30.1%	Low
28	Tangalle, Southern Province	$99	74	$497	24.2%	Low
29	Weligama, Southern Province	$98	160	$753	32.7%	Low
30	Haliwala, Southern Province	$98	18	$426	31.6%	Low
31	Nuwara Eliya, Central Province	$94	105	$461	21.3%	Low
32	Mirissa, Southern Province	$89	251	$665	31.5%	Low
33	Ulla, Eastern Province	$86	34	$617	39.2%	Low
34	Hikkaduwa, Southern Province	$85	294	$449	29.7%	Low
35	Arugam Bay, Eastern Province	$76	54	$320	31.1%	Low
36	Habarana, North Central Province	$74	23	$550	32.8%	Low
37	Jaffna, Northern Province	$72	18	$333	19.5%	Low
38	Colombo, Western Province	$70	507	$541	35.1%	Low
39	Kandy, Central Province	$68	209	$363	24.9%	Low
40	Midigama, Southern Province	$67	66	$388	29.1%	Low
41	Thiranagama, Southern Province	$66	70	$407	28.0%	Low
42	Ella, Uva Province	$66	211	$536	29.7%	Low
43	Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Western Province	$63	115	$321	30.6%	Low
44	Kadewatta, Southern Province	$58	32	$322	29.4%	Low
45	Moratuwa, Western Province	$54	22	$232	26.8%	Low
46	Negombo, Western Province	$51	86	$333	26.2%	Low
47	Sigiriya, Central Province	$51	66	$349	29.8%	Low
48	Dehiwala, Western Province	$51	102	$404	34.3%	Low
49	Kithal Ella, Uva Province	$45	30	$300	30.7%	Low
50	Anuradhapura, North Central Province	$45	55	$212	21.5%	Low
51	Ettukala, Western Province	$43	68	$272	23.4%	Low
52	Batawala, Southern Province	$42	20	$436	34.1%	Low
53	Nugegoda, Western Province	$42	25	$227	30.4%	Low
54	Ehalagala, Central Province	$40	30	$237	25.0%	Low
55	Alles Garden, Eastern Province	$39	22	$224	28.5%	Low
56	Udawalawe, Sabaragamuwa Province	$31	22	$227	25.4%	Low

Highest Occupancy Airbnb Markets in Sri Lanka

The highest-demand short-term rental markets in Sri Lanka, ranked by Airbnb occupancy rate and filtered to markets with 300+ active listings.

#	Market	Occupancy	Active Listings (TTM)	Revenue/mo	ADR	Regulation
1	Colombo, Western Province	35.1%	507	$541	$70	Low

How to Choose an Airbnb Investment Market in Sri Lanka

No single ranking tells the full story. The best Airbnb market for a given investor depends on their capital, risk tolerance, operating model, and income goals. The four ranking dimensions on this page — market depth, revenue, ADR, and occupancy — serve different investor profiles.

If you prioritize predictable cash flow, start with the occupancy rankings. Markets where occupancy exceeds 55% offer consistent bookings and lower vacancy risk. High-occupancy markets may not have the highest nightly rates, but their revenue stability makes them better suited for mortgage-backed investments where monthly debt coverage matters more than peak earnings.

If you're targeting maximum income per property, use the revenue rankings. Revenue is the product of nightly rate and occupancy — it captures the combined effect of both. The highest-revenue Airbnb markets in Sri Lanka tend to be destination cities where travelers stay longer and pay a premium for entire-home listings.

If you're evaluating luxury or premium positioning, the ADR rankings show where guests are willing to pay top dollar per night. High-ADR markets reward property upgrades, professional photography, and amenity investments. However, a high nightly rate with low occupancy may generate less income than a moderately priced listing that stays booked consistently.

If you want the deepest market data, the active listings rankings identify cities with the largest short-term rental supply. More listings mean more comparable properties for pricing, more data points for revenue projections, and typically a more liquid resale market if your investment thesis changes.

In all cases, check the regulation column before committing capital. A profitable market with high regulation may require permits, annual caps on rental days, or costly compliance steps that erode returns. Markets with low regulation offer faster time-to-market but may tighten rules as STR supply grows.

Short-Term Rental Regulation in Sri Lanka

Understanding the regulatory environment is critical for any Airbnb investment in Sri Lanka. Regulation affects licensing costs, annual operating limits, tax obligations, and the long-term viability of a short-term rental strategy.

Across the 56 markets ranked on this page: 56 have a low regulation profile (generally operator-friendly with minimal licensing requirements), 0 have medium regulation (some permit or registration requirements), and 0 have high regulation (strict licensing, annual rental day caps, or active enforcement). Markets with low regulation offer the lowest barrier to entry, while high-regulation markets may still be profitable — but require careful compliance planning and often limit the number of properties a single operator can manage.

AirROI classifies regulation as a market-level signal based on available ordinance data and platform registration patterns. This is not legal advice — always verify current local ordinances, as short-term rental rules can change rapidly, especially in high-growth markets where municipalities are actively responding to STR expansion.

How We Rank the Best Airbnb Investment Markets in Sri Lanka

This page ranks Airbnb markets in Sri Lanka across four dimensions that matter most to short-term rental investors and operators: market depth (active listings), revenue potential (monthly income per listing), pricing power (average daily rate), and booking demand (occupancy rate). Each ranking uses the same underlying dataset but sorts by a different metric, giving you multiple lenses to evaluate where to invest in Airbnb in Sri Lanka.

No single metric tells the full story. A market with high ADR but low occupancy may underperform one with moderate pricing and strong demand. Revenue captures the combined effect of rate and occupancy, while active listings signal whether a market has enough depth for reliable benchmarking and a liquid resale environment. We include regulation data alongside every ranking so you can weigh compliance risk before committing capital.

Ranking Methodology & Data Sources

Active Listings (TTM): The count of active short-term rental listings in each market over the trailing twelve months — a proxy for market maturity, data reliability, and investor confidence in Sri Lanka.
Monthly Revenue: Average gross revenue per listing per month — the bottom-line metric for evaluating Airbnb profitability in Sri Lanka and projecting cash flow.
Average Daily Rate (ADR): The mean nightly booking price across all active listings — the clearest measure of a market's short-term rental pricing power.
Occupancy Rate: Percentage of available nights booked — the demand signal that determines how much of your nightly rate converts to actual income. Occupancy rankings are filtered to markets with 300+ listings to exclude small markets with unreliable averages.
Regulation: An indicator of the local regulatory climate in Sri Lanka, from low (operator-friendly) to high (strict licensing and enforcement) — essential for assessing compliance risk.

All data is sourced from AirROI's proprietary analytics pipeline, which tracks 20,000,000+ properties across 190+ countries. Metrics are recalculated on a rolling basis using trailing twelve-month aggregates from active listings. For full methodology, see the data methodology page.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Best Airbnb Markets in Sri Lanka

These quick answers summarize the most common investor and operator questions using AirROI's latest market data for Sri Lanka.

What are the best places to invest in Airbnb in Sri Lanka?

Colombo, Western Province leads this ranking for Sri Lanka with 507 active listings — the largest market by depth. Markets are ranked by listing count because deeper markets offer more comparable data, more pricing benchmarks, and a more predictable operating environment for investors. Each row also shows revenue, ADR, occupancy, and regulation so investors can evaluate based on what matters most to them.

Which market has the highest Airbnb revenue in Sri Lanka?

Kathaluwa, Southern Province posts the highest average monthly revenue in this ranking at $2,793. Revenue leaders often combine healthy rates, solid occupancy, and enough listing scale to support repeatable operations rather than one-off outliers.

Which market has the strongest Airbnb occupancy in Sri Lanka?

Walgama, Southern Province has the highest occupancy rate in this comparison at 42.9%. High occupancy can signal resilient demand, but investors still need to balance it against nightly rates, regulation, and supply depth before deciding where to buy or operate.

Which Airbnb markets in Sri Lanka have the lowest regulation?

Colombo (Western Province), Hikkaduwa (Southern Province), Galle (Southern Province) currently show low regulation profiles in this ranking. Lower regulation can reduce compliance costs and time-to-market for new hosts, but investors should always verify local ordinances before purchasing — rules can change quickly as short-term rental markets grow.

Is short-term rental investing still profitable in Sri Lanka in 2026?

The markets ranked here average 30.0% occupancy, and the top performer posts $2,793 in monthly revenue. Profitability depends on property acquisition cost, local operating expenses, and regulation compliance — but the data shows active, performing markets exist across Sri Lanka for well-researched investors.

How often are AirROI's top Airbnb market rankings updated?

AirROI updates these rankings using the latest market snapshot available in the dataset, which for this page is anchored to 2026. Rankings should be treated as current market intelligence rather than permanent truths because pricing, demand, regulation, and supply can all shift over time.

What metrics should I use to evaluate Airbnb investments in Sri Lanka?

The most important metrics for comparing short-term rental markets are active listing count (market depth and data reliability), occupancy rate (demand consistency), average daily rate (pricing power), monthly revenue (income potential), and regulation level (compliance cost and risk). This ranking sorts by market depth first; use the other columns to filter for the profile that fits your investment strategy.

What makes a good Airbnb market for first-time investors in Sri Lanka?

First-time investors in Sri Lanka should prioritize markets with high occupancy (55%+) and low regulation, which reduce the risk of empty calendars and compliance surprises. Markets with 200+ active listings also provide better benchmarking data and a more predictable operating environment. Revenue is important, but consistent demand is more forgiving for operators still learning pricing and guest management.

What is a good Airbnb occupancy rate in Sri Lanka?

Across the markets ranked here, the average occupancy rate in Sri Lanka is 30.0%. Occupancy above 50% is generally considered healthy for short-term rentals, and above 65% signals strong, sustained demand. However, the best occupancy rate depends on pricing strategy — some hosts maximize revenue by targeting fewer bookings at higher nightly rates rather than maximizing booking volume.

How does regulation affect Airbnb investment returns in Sri Lanka?

Regulation is one of the most overlooked risks in short-term rental investing. In Sri Lanka, 56 of 56 ranked markets have low regulation, 0 have medium, and 0 have high. High-regulation markets often require permits, limit annual rental days, or impose occupancy taxes — all of which reduce net returns. Low-regulation markets offer faster time-to-market and lower compliance costs, but rules can tighten as STR supply grows.

What is the difference between ADR and RevPAR for Airbnb investing?

ADR (Average Daily Rate) is the average nightly price guests pay, while RevPAR (Revenue Per Available Rental night) factors in both price and occupancy. A market with $200 ADR and 50% occupancy has $100 RevPAR — the same as a market with $125 ADR and 80% occupancy. RevPAR is a better single-number benchmark for comparing markets because it captures how effectively nightly rates convert to realized income. AirROI's city-level reports include RevPAR with percentile breakdowns for deeper analysis.

How many Airbnb listings does a market need to be investable in Sri Lanka?

Markets with fewer than 100 active listings can show volatile averages that do not predict future performance. The median market in this Sri Lanka ranking has about 54 listings. Larger markets (500+) offer more reliable data, more comparable properties for pricing, and typically a more liquid exit if you decide to sell. Smaller markets can still be profitable, but investors should treat the data as directional rather than precise.

How do seasonal and year-round Airbnb markets differ in Sri Lanka?

Seasonal markets in Sri Lanka experience dramatic swings in booking demand — often earning 60-70% of annual revenue in just 3-4 peak months. Year-round markets deliver steadier cash flow with lower peak-to-trough variation. Investors who need predictable monthly income should prioritize high-occupancy markets with low seasonal variance, while those comfortable with cash-flow timing can target seasonal markets where peak rates compensate for off-season softness.

About AirROI Market Data

AirROI tracks over 20 million properties across 190+ countries and maintains 15+ years of historical performance data, making it one of the deepest Airbnb and STR intelligence platforms available. The analytics pipeline aggregates listing-level data monthly — revenue, occupancy, nightly rates, RevPAR, guest demographics, booking patterns, and competitive supply — so investors and operators can benchmark any market against its own history and against neighboring destinations.

Real estate investors, property managers, financial institutions, hospitality consultants, and academic researchers rely on AirROI data to underwrite acquisitions, optimize pricing, model macro trends, and conduct peer-reviewed research. Data is available through in-depth market reports, the data portal for bulk downloads, the Airbnb API with 22 endpoints, and an Airbnb MCP Server for AI agents.

All metrics reflect trailing twelve-month aggregates from active listings as of 2026-05-04. Revenue figures are market averages, not projections. For full methodology, see the data methodology page.

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