FTE TT Room with Breakfast Hostería Tierra Tehuelche Private room · 1 bedroom Rated 4.79 - Revenue
- ARS 64.8M
- Occupancy
- 52.4%
- Daily rate
- ARS 303,284
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
El Calafate, Argentina Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in El Calafate brought in ARS 10,042,209 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 10% less than the national average of ARS 11,097,728.
The short answer
El Calafate Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged ARS 113,984 a night, about 10% lower than the national average of ARS 126,000, and were booked on 37% of available nights, close to its 39%.
Timing matters: in January, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.3 times as much as in May, usually the slowest.
With 828 active listings, El Calafate is the largest of 3 Santa Cruz Province markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 12% while the number of active listings grew 37%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in El Calafate?
Gross bookings per El Calafate listing averaged ARS 10,042,209 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Argentina average: ARS 11,097,728), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average El Calafate listing brings in ARS 2,030,000 in January, its best month, and ARS 899,000 in May, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 34% 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 3.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ARS 2,660,000+ a month, about 2.6 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ARS 1,700,000 or more, roughly ARS 700,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ARS 1,000,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ARS 487,000 or less, about half 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.
January earns about 2.3 times what May does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average ARS 2,080,000 ARS 852,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ARS 1,330,000. 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.
El Calafate 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.
January 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in August 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | ARS 1,051,739 | 30.5% | ARS 114,931 | ARS 35,058 | 52 days | 3.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | ARS 1,215,675 | 35.0% | ARS 114,649 | ARS 39,215 | 57 days | 3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | ARS 1,526,501 | 45.7% | ARS 114,819 | ARS 50,883 | 67 days | 2.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | ARS 1,668,428 | 46.2% | ARS 116,554 | ARS 53,820 | 59 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | ARS 1,986,952 | 55.0% | ARS 117,502 | ARS 64,095 | 58 days | 3.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | ARS 1,682,262 | 52.9% | ARS 116,037 | ARS 60,081 | 56 days | 3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | ARS 1,491,067 | 45.8% | ARS 110,402 | ARS 48,099 | 49 days | 2.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | ARS 949,818 | 30.7% | ARS 107,825 | ARS 31,661 | 48 days | 2.8 nights |
| May 2026 | ARS 947,365 | 30.1% | ARS 115,314 | ARS 30,560 | 37 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | ARS 1,000,285 | 30.5% | ARS 115,824 | ARS 33,343 | 32 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | ARS 1,103,883 | 32.0% | ARS 116,948 | ARS 35,609 | 47 days | 5.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | ARS 920,976 | 28.8% | ARS 120,157 | ARS 29,709 | 56 days | 3.8 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole El Calafate market, enter its address and size in the short-term rental calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in El Calafate Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average El Calafate Airbnb took in ARS 10,042,209 in the 12 months to September 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about ARS 17,050,000, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about ARS 990,000 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
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.
El Calafate Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | ARS 9,392,209 | ARS 15,940,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay6% of El Calafate bookings | ARS 650,000 | ARS 1,110,000 |
| Gross bookings | ARS 10,042,209 | ARS 17,050,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 80% of El Calafate listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −ARS 1,310,000 | −ARS 2,220,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ARS 0 if you clean yourself | −ARS 650,000 | −ARS 1,110,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −ARS 500,000 | −ARS 850,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −ARS 200,000 | −ARS 340,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −ARS 300,000 | −ARS 510,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −ARS 100,000 | −ARS 100,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −ARS 50,000 | −ARS 50,000 |
| ManagementARS 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | ARS 0 | ARS 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | ARS 0 | ARS 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | ARS 0 | ARS 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −ARS 3,110,000 | −ARS 5,180,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ARS 6,932,209about ARS 580,000 a month | ARS 11,870,000about ARS 990,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own El Calafate Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from El Calafate'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 El Calafate 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 El Calafate's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of El Calafate listings are booked on 56% or more of their nights, against 35% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of ARS 92,500 adds about ARS 925,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge ARS 130,000 a night or more, against a median of ARS 92,500. 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 ARS 940,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, January brings the average listing about ARS 2,030,000, against ARS 899,000 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. El Calafate listings average 4.76 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 ARS 1,420,000 a month, against ARS 840,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in El Calafate?
El Calafate listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the Argentina average (39%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 29% in June to 57% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 56% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 35% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 18% or less, under two nights a week.
January is usually the busiest month in El Calafate, June the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 40% 58% 27%
The 12-month rate of 37% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in El Calafate?
The average nightly rate in El Calafate, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ARS 113,984 over the past year, about 10% below the Argentina average of ARS 126,000. In a typical year, rates peak in January and February at about ARS 119,000 and bottom out in April at about ARS 108,000.
The top 10% charge about 2.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge ARS 179,000+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge ARS 130,000 or more, about ARS 38,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about ARS 92,500 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge ARS 69,600 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
January rates run 10% above April's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average ARS 121,000 ARS 108,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ARS 115,000.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in El Calafate?
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 El Calafate it averaged ARS 41,600 over the past year, from about ARS 29,000 in a typical May to about ARS 65,500 in a typical January.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ARS 78,300+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ARS 50,700 or more, about ARS 16,000 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ARS 34,900 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ARS 21,000 or less, about 60% of the median.
January RevPAR is about 2.3 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average ARS 67,000 ARS 27,500
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ARS 43,700.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in El Calafate
El Calafate has one high season, November through March, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from April to September. A listing earns about 71% more a month in December through February than in June through August.
Average revenue by month in El Calafate
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average ARS 2,030,000 ARS 899,000
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, ARS 1,330,000.
Revenue by month in El Calafate in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | ARS 2,030,000 |
| February | High season | ARS 1,720,000 |
| March | High season | ARS 1,550,000 |
| April | Low season | ARS 987,000 |
| May | Low season | ARS 899,000 |
| June | Low season | ARS 951,000 |
| July | Low season | ARS 1,130,000 |
| August | Low season | ARS 1,110,000 |
| September | Low season | ARS 1,050,000 |
| October | Shoulder season | ARS 1,240,000 |
| November | High season | ARS 1,550,000 |
| December | High season | ARS 1,700,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonNovember–March | ARS 1,710,000 | 51% | ARS 116,256 |
| Shoulder seasonOctober | ARS 1,240,000 | 39% | ARS 112,803 |
| Low seasonApril–September | ARS 1,020,000 | 31% | ARS 113,945 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in El Calafate?
Guests book El Calafate stays 51 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). November stays are booked furthest out, about 61 days ahead, and May stays closest to arrival, about 33 days. A typical November booking is made in mid-September.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 48 days 67 days 28 days
The 12-month figure of 51 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 El Calafate
None of the 828 active listings in El Calafate 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 El Calafate.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in El Calafate
AirROI's area guide picks seven El Calafate neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by El Lago Argentino, Los Glaciares National Park Entrance and El Calafate's City Center. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| El Lago Argentino | A stunning glacial lake that offers breathtaking views and numerous outdoor activities. Perfect for tourists seeking adventure and natural beauty, making it an attractive location for Airbnb hosting. | Los Glaciares National Park, Perito Moreno Glacier, Lago Roca, Estancia Cristina, Boat tours on the lake |
| Los Glaciares National Park Entrance | The gateway to one of Argentina's most famous national parks. This area draws nature enthusiasts and hikers, providing access to spectacular landscapes and outdoor activities. | Perito Moreno Glacier, Laguna de Los Tres, Glacial hikes, Cerro Fitz Roy, Wildlife viewing |
| El Calafate's City Center | The city center of El Calafate is bustling with shops, restaurants, and accommodation options, making it a prime spot for tourists looking for convenience and local culture. | El Calafate Historical Interpretation Center, Local markets, Restaurants and cafés, Glaciarium Museum, Shopping street |
| Rural El Calafate | Offering a more tranquil, rustic experience, this area is suitable for tourists who want to connect with nature and enjoy the beautiful Patagonian landscape, providing a retreat from city life. | Estancias, Horseback riding, Local flora and fauna, Patagonian countryside, Stargazing |
| Nimez Lagoon | A natural reserve famous for its birdlife and scenic trails. A great spot for nature lovers who appreciate peace and photography opportunities. | Birdwatching, Walking trails, Scenic views, Lagoon area, Wildlife experiences |
| Santa Cruz River | The scenic views along the Santa Cruz River area attract those looking for breath-taking landscapes and outdoor activities, providing opportunities for kayaking and fishing. | Kayaking, Fishing, Natural scenery, River walks, Picnic areas |
| Los Leones | A lookout point that provides access to viewpoints of the glaciers and lakes, attracting tourists who want to enjoy stunning panoramic views and photography. | Lookout points, Photography, Nature trails, Scenic drives, Glacier views |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
El Calafate Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 75% of listings in El Calafate, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in five (21%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 44%, about 1.8 times the share of houses (24%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
El Calafate Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 75%
- Private room 21%
- Shared room 3%
- Hotel room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 75.0% | 621 |
| Private room | 20.7% | 171 |
| Shared room | 2.7% | 22 |
| Hotel room | 1.7% | 14 |
Listings by property type
El Calafate Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 44%
- House 24%
- Hotel/Boutique 20%
- Cabin/Outdoor 12%
- Others <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 43.6% | 361 |
| House | 23.8% | 197 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 19.7% | 163 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 12.1% | 100 |
| Others | 0.6% | 5 |
| Unique stay | 0.2% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in El Calafate Have?
El Calafate's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 60% of entire homes, and only 8% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 592 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
El Calafate entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
5%
55%
33%
7%
<1%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 5.1% | 30 |
| 1 bedroom | 54.6% | 323 |
| 2 bedrooms | 32.6% | 193 |
| 3 bedrooms | 7.4% | 44 |
| 4 bedrooms | 0.3% | 2 |
What Each Home Size Earns in El Calafate
A typical studio in El Calafate earned ARS 5,240,000 over the past year, against ARS 20,700,000 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 30 | ARS 5,240,000 | ARS 8,260,000 | ARS 80,628 | 36% |
| 1 bedroom | 323 | ARS 6,780,000 | ARS 8,550,000 | ARS 95,614 | 38% |
| 2 bedrooms | 193 | ARS 9,940,000 | ARS 12,600,000 | ARS 121,562 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 44 | ARS 20,700,000 | ARS 24,300,000 | ARS 197,001 | 46% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in El Calafate Sleep?
Most El Calafate listings are sized for couples and small families: 79% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 1% take eight or more. Shares are of the 733 listings with a guest capacity on file (89% of the market).
El Calafate listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
33%
19%
26%
12%
7%
1%
1%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.5% | 4 |
| 2 guests | 32.7% | 240 |
| 3 guests | 19.0% | 139 |
| 4 guests | 26.5% | 194 |
| 5 guests | 11.9% | 87 |
| 6 guests | 7.0% | 51 |
| 7 guests | 1.4% | 10 |
| 8+ guests | 1.1% | 8 |
How El Calafate Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
El Calafate hosts set up an average of 2.6 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. About four in ten listings (40%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 11
- Beds per listing
- 2.6
- Show exact location
- 40%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in El Calafate Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in El Calafate: 86% of listings offer it, and 54% offer self check-in. Air conditioning is the exception rather than the rule: only 10% of listings have it.
Share of El Calafate listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in El Calafate
Listings in El Calafate with an outdoor playground earned about 2.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: ARS 21,300,000 against ARS 9,890,000. The gap is smaller for resort access (about 80% more) and an indoor fireplace (about 70% more). 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 El Calafate 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoor playground | 1% | ARS 21,300,000 | ARS 9,890,000 | +115% |
| Resort access | 1% | ARS 17,900,000 | ARS 9,930,000 | +81% |
| Indoor fireplace | 3% | ARS 16,900,000 | ARS 9,800,000 | +72% |
| Garden view | 7% | ARS 15,700,000 | ARS 9,640,000 | +62% |
| Self check-in | 54% | ARS 11,800,000 | ARS 7,920,000 | +49% |
| Backyard | 43% | ARS 11,900,000 | ARS 8,660,000 | +38% |
| Elevator | 2% | ARS 13,500,000 | ARS 9,980,000 | +35% |
| Patio or balcony | 20% | ARS 12,600,000 | ARS 9,420,000 | +33% |
| Hammock | 2% | ARS 13,100,000 | ARS 9,970,000 | +31% |
| Air conditioning | 10% | ARS 12,600,000 | ARS 9,760,000 | +29% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in El Calafate?
El Calafate runs on foreign visitors: nine in ten guests who left reviews live outside Argentina. The United States leads with 19% of reviewers, ahead of Brazil at 9%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 41%, followed by Spanish and French.
90% of El Calafate guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 90%
- Domestic 10%
Where El Calafate guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Buenos Aires | 4.1% |
| Mexico City | 2.7% |
| São Paulo | 1.9% |
| London | 1.8% |
| New York | 1.6% |
Where El Calafate guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 18.8% |
| Argentina | 10.3% |
| Brazil | 9.2% |
| Mexico | 7.7% |
| Germany | 5.7% |
Languages spoken by El Calafate guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 40.8% |
| Spanish | 27.0% |
| French | 7.8% |
| Portuguese | 5.7% |
| German | 5.7% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in El Calafate?
El Calafate Airbnbs average 4.76 stars, and 34% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.68, against 4.88 for host communication and check-in.
Communication and check-in score highest in El Calafate; location 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 | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.68 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in El Calafate: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten El Calafate listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 13% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 35% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year El Calafate listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 59%
- 181-270 days 29%
- 91-180 days 11%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 59.2% | 490 |
| 181-270 days | 28.5% | 236 |
| 91-180 days | 11.4% | 94 |
| 31-90 days | 1.0% | 8 |
Days a year El Calafate listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 12%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 35%
- 1-30 days 23%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.2% | 10 |
| 181-270 days | 11.8% | 98 |
| 91-180 days | 29.2% | 242 |
| 31-90 days | 34.5% | 286 |
| 1-30 days | 23.2% | 192 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in El Calafate?
The average El Calafate booking lasts 3.5 nights, longest in July and shortest in March. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year, some 18,900 in all. Nearly half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in El Calafate
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.4 nights 5 nights 2.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
El Calafate Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in El Calafate accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by El Calafate 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 El Calafate?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in El Calafate, used by 44% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about three-quarters of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 19% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of El Calafate listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in El Calafate?
More than four in ten El Calafate listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about ARS 21,644. Spread over the average stay of 3.5 nights, that adds roughly ARS 6,120 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 6% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- ARS 21,644
- Average cleaning fee
- ARS 25,888
- Listings charging a fee
- 43.0%
- Share of gross revenue
- 6.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in El Calafate
The top-grossing Airbnb in El Calafate, a private room, took in ARS 64,800,000 over the past year, about 6.4 times the city's average of ARS 10,000,000. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
FTE TT Room with Breakfast Hostería Tierra Tehuelche Private room · 1 bedroom Rated 4.79 
Casa Patagonia Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- ARS 63M
- Occupancy
- 56.0%
- Daily rate
- ARS 368,024
Comfortable house in a quiet environment. Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- ARS 57.7M
- Occupancy
- 54.5%
- Daily rate
- ARS 264,000
Break Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- ARS 53.7M
- Occupancy
- 59.6%
- Daily rate
- ARS 401,982
Luxury Domo - El Calafate, Argentina Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- ARS 53.2M
- Occupancy
- 65.9%
- Daily rate
- ARS 222,347
Beautiful villa overlooking Lake Argentino Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.79 - Revenue
- ARS 51.7M
- Occupancy
- 59.3%
- Daily rate
- ARS 357,972
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in El Calafate?
Eduardo is the top-grossing host in El Calafate, with ARS 627.4 million in bookings across 59 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 18% of the market's 828 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Santiago Imanol grossed ARS 36.1 million per listing, about 3.4 times Eduardo's ARS 10.6 million.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eduardo | 59 | ARS 627,370,130 | ARS 10,633,392 | 4.82/5 | |
| Esteban | 17 | ARS 305,592,280 | ARS 17,976,016 | 4.84/5 | |
| Santiago Imanol | 8 | ARS 289,174,395 | ARS 36,146,799 | 4.96/5 | |
| 4 | Eduardo Tomas | 10 | ARS 213,332,943 | ARS 21,333,294 | 4.80/5 |
| 5 | Juana | 9 | ARS 143,787,082 | ARS 15,976,342 | 4.76/5 |
| 6 | Anto | 10 | ARS 131,960,663 | ARS 13,196,066 | 4.60/5 |
| 7 | Patagonia | 7 | ARS 124,375,075 | ARS 17,767,868 | 4.63/5 |
| 8 | Posada | 5 | ARS 122,727,226 | ARS 24,545,445 | 4.91/5 |
| 9 | Eve | 16 | ARS 119,656,629 | ARS 7,478,539 | 4.65/5 |
| 10 | Maria Laura | 6 | ARS 112,596,274 | ARS 18,766,046 | 4.88/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in El Calafate?
Fewer than 1% of El Calafate listings are classed as professionally managed, though 34% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run half of listings. 63% of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 80% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 50.4%
- Professional management
- 0.4%
- Cohosted listings
- 34.2%
- Instant Book enabled
- 62.9%
- Simplified Pricing
- 80.2%
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FAQ
El Calafate Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in El Calafate?
An active El Calafate Airbnb grossed ARS 10,042,209 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 828 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ARS 1,700,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in El Calafate?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of El Calafate listings earn between ARS 487,000 and ARS 1,700,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth ARS 2,660,000 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 El Calafate?
Listings in El Calafate were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the national average. January is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in El Calafate?
The average booked night in El Calafate cost ARS 113,984 before fees. Half of listings charge between ARS 69,600 and ARS 130,000, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in El Calafate?
None of the active El Calafate 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 El Calafate?
Yes, when it's run well. The average El Calafate Airbnb grossed ARS 10,042,209 in the 12 months to September 2026, 10% below the national average of ARS 11,097,728, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about ARS 990,000 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in El Calafate?
January usually pays best, averaging ARS 2,030,000 per active listing over the past two years, and May usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in El Calafate?
Each night a El Calafate listing was open to book earned ARS 41,600 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 ARS 78,300 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in El Calafate?
El Calafate stays were booked 51 days (about seven 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 El Calafate?
The average El Calafate Airbnb stay lasted 3.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in El Calafate rated?
Guests rate El Calafate Airbnbs 4.76 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in El Calafate?
El Lago Argentino, Los Glaciares National Park Entrance and El Calafate's City Center draw the most short-term rental interest in El Calafate. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in El Calafate?
AirROI counted 828 active Airbnb listings in El Calafate as of September 2026.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in El Calafate?
In El Calafate, more than four in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about ARS 21,644.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 828 active Airbnb listings in El Calafate 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 Argentine pesos at ARS 1,443 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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