Skycrest Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- A$138,005
- Occupancy
- 62.5%
- Daily rate
- A$635
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Katoomba, NSW Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Katoomba brought in A$35,803 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 24% less than the New South Wales average of A$46,850.
The short answer
Katoomba Airbnb Market at a Glance
Katoomba is priced below the New South Wales average. Listings averaged A$384 a night, about 14% less than that average of A$445, and were booked on 40% of available nights, close to its 41% occupancy.
Timing matters: in July, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.4 times as much as in February, the slowest.
With 82 active listings, Katoomba is the 95th-largest of 305 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Katoomba?
Gross bookings per Katoomba listing averaged A$35,803 over the 12 months to September 2026 (New South Wales average: A$46,850), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Katoomba listing brought in A$6,510 in July, its best month, and A$2,660 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 2.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$8,530+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$5,830 or more, roughly A$2,100 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$3,710 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$2,170 or less, about 58% 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.
July earned about 2.4 times what February did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$6,510 A$2,660
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$4,420.
Katoomba 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.
July 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$3,790 | 33.9% | A$370 | A$126 | 34 days | 3.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$4,882 | 39.8% | A$377 | A$157 | 30 days | 2.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$3,804 | 34.0% | A$371 | A$127 | 33 days | 3.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$4,403 | 40.4% | A$383 | A$142 | 25 days | 4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$4,029 | 39.8% | A$369 | A$130 | 45 days | 4.2 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$2,660 | 34.6% | A$348 | A$95 | 33 days | 3.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$3,431 | 37.9% | A$352 | A$111 | 45 days | 2.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$4,576 | 43.9% | A$372 | A$153 | 48 days | 2.8 nights |
| May 2026 | A$4,585 | 37.4% | A$404 | A$148 | 96 days | 3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$5,304 | 44.4% | A$403 | A$177 | 41 days | 2.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$6,513 | 49.7% | A$423 | A$210 | 42 days | 3.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$5,018 | 40.4% | A$392 | A$162 | 45 days | 2.6 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.
The typical Katoomba listing earns about A$3,710 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb profit calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Katoomba Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Katoomba Airbnb took in A$35,803 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$1,680 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 A$2,660 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$6,650 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$2,230 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$1,440 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.
Katoomba Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$29,153 | A$45,810 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay19% of Katoomba bookings | A$6,650 | A$10,440 |
| Gross bookings | A$35,803 | A$56,250 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 85% of Katoomba listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$4,890 | −A$7,690 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$6,650 | −A$10,440 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$1,790 | −A$2,810 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$720 | −A$1,120 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,070 | −A$1,690 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$360 | −A$360 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$180 | −A$180 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$15,660 | −A$24,290 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$20,143about A$1,680 a month | A$31,960about A$2,660 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Katoomba Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Katoomba'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 Katoomba home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Katoomba's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Katoomba listings are booked on 56% or more of their nights, against 34% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$335 adds about A$3,330 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$445 a night or more, against a median of A$335. 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 A$2,920 a year.
- Open for the busy months. July brought the average listing about A$6,510, against A$2,660 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Katoomba listings average 4.79 stars, and 38% 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 A$4,690 a month, against A$2,980 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Katoomba?
Katoomba listings were booked on 40% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the New South Wales average and 3 percentage points below the Australia average (43%). Occupancy climbs to 50% in July and falls to 34% in September.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 76%+ of open nights, 42 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 56% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 34% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.
July was the busiest month in Katoomba, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 40% 50% 34%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Katoomba?
The average nightly rate in Katoomba, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$384 over the past year, about 14% below the New South Wales average of A$445 and about the same as the Australia average (A$385). Rates peak in July at about A$425 and bottom out in February and March at about A$350.
The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$660+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$445 or more, about A$110 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$335 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$235 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates ran 21% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$423 A$348
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$380.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Katoomba?
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 Katoomba it averaged A$144 over the past year, from about A$95 in February to about A$210 in July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$248+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$181 or more, about A$60 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$121 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$87 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July RevPAR was about 2.2 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$210 A$95
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$145.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Katoomba
Katoomba has two high seasons, June–August and October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Winter pays better here: a listing earns about 52% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August, October | A$5,430 | 44% | A$399 |
| Shoulder seasonApril–May, December | A$4,520 | 41% | A$386 |
| Low seasonJanuary–March, September, November | A$3,540 | 36% | A$362 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Katoomba?
Guests book Katoomba stays 49 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 96 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 25 days. A typical May booking is made in early February.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 43 days 96 days 25 days
The 12-month figure of 49 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 Katoomba
99% of the 82 active listings in Katoomba display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
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 Katoomba.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Katoomba
AirROI's area guide picks eight Katoomba neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Scenic World, Three Sisters and Katoomba Town Centre. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Scenic World | Famous for its breathtaking views of the Blue Mountains and thrilling rides. A must-visit for nature lovers and adventure seekers. | Scenic Railway, Scenic Skyway, Scenic Walkway, Eco Tours, Blue Mountains National Park |
| Three Sisters | A legendary rock formation that is a popular tourist attraction in the Blue Mountains. Excellent for families and photographers. | Three Sisters Lookout, Giant Steps Walk, Echo Point, Katoomba Falls, Hiking Trails |
| Katoomba Town Centre | The vibrant heart of Katoomba with shops, restaurants, and cafes. It's a hub for visitors looking to experience local life. | Katoomba Street, The Carrington Hotel, Australian Blue Mountains Tours, Local Markets, Galleries and Art Shops |
| Leura Village | Known for its charming streets, boutique shopping, and lovely gardens. Great for travelers looking for a quaint experience. | Leura Mall, Everglades Gardens, Leura Cascades, Gordon Falls, Local Cafes |
| Echo Point | Offers breathtaking vistas and is a key location for viewing the Three Sisters. Popular among tourists for its stunning views. | Panorama of the Jamison Valley, Lookouts, Walking Trails, Information Center, Picnic Areas |
| Katoomba Falls | A stunning waterfall in a beautiful park setting, ideal for nature lovers and hikers. | Katoomba Falls Lookout, Hiking Trails, Wetlands, Picnic Areas, Photography Spots |
| Megalong Valley | A picturesque valley known for its scenery and tranquility. Attracts visitors looking for a peaceful retreat. | Megalong Valley Tea Rooms, Horse Riding Trails, Walking Trails, Scenic Views, Wildlife Watching |
| High Street | A hub of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Conveniently located near public transport and attractions, ideal for visitors wanting to explore Katoomba. | Shopping District, Public Transport Access, Dining Options, Local Art Galleries, Street Performances |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Katoomba Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Katoomba are entire homes (94%), with private rooms at 6%. Houses account for 82% of the stock; hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs come next at 6%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Katoomba Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 94%
- Private room 6%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 93.9% | 77 |
| Private room | 6.1% | 5 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Katoomba Airbnb listings by property type
- House 82%
- Hotel/Boutique 6%
- Others 5%
- Cabin/Outdoor 5%
- Apartment/Condo 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 81.7% | 67 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 6.1% | 5 |
| Others | 4.9% | 4 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 4.9% | 4 |
| Apartment/Condo | 2.4% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Katoomba Have?
Most Katoomba homes are built for groups: 57% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (33%). Shares are of the 76 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Katoomba entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
8%
11%
25%
33%
13%
11%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 7.9% | 6 |
| 1 bedroom | 10.5% | 8 |
| 2 bedrooms | 25.0% | 19 |
| 3 bedrooms | 32.9% | 25 |
| 4 bedrooms | 13.2% | 10 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 10.5% | 8 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Katoomba
A typical two-bedroom home in Katoomba earned A$28,800 over the past year, against A$31,800 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 19 | A$28,800 | A$36,300 | A$291 | 49% |
| 3 bedrooms | 25 | A$28,600 | A$30,000 | A$398 | 33% |
| 4 bedrooms | 10 | A$31,800 | A$51,400 | A$543 | 35% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Katoomba Sleep?
The most common capacity in Katoomba is six guests (28% of listings), and 56% of listings sleep six or more.
Katoomba listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
1%
15%
18%
9%
28%
1%
27%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.3% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 15.4% | 12 |
| 4 guests | 17.9% | 14 |
| 5 guests | 9.0% | 7 |
| 6 guests | 28.2% | 22 |
| 7 guests | 1.3% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 26.9% | 21 |
How Katoomba Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Katoomba hosts set up an average of 3.7 beds per listing. 51% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 16
- Beds per listing
- 3.7
- Show exact location
- 51%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Katoomba Offer?
Fireplaces are common in Katoomba: 48% of listings have one, and 90% offer self check-in.
Share of Katoomba listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Katoomba?
Most Katoomba guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 28% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and the United States. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 59%, followed by French and Spanish.
72% of Katoomba guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 72%
- International 28%
Where Katoomba guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Sydney | 15.8% |
| London | 2.8% |
| Melbourne | 2.7% |
| Canberra | 2.5% |
Where Katoomba guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 71.8% |
| United Kingdom | 8.3% |
| United States | 4.9% |
| New Zealand | 2.4% |
| Germany | 1.9% |
Languages spoken by Katoomba guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 59.4% |
| French | 7.3% |
| Spanish | 7.1% |
| German | 5.9% |
| Chinese | 4.7% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Katoomba?
Katoomba Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 38% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.68, against 4.88 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Katoomba; 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 | 4.76 |
| Communication | 4.85 |
| Location | 4.87 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.68 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Katoomba: Stays, Rules and Fees
About nine in ten Katoomba listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 11% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 48% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Katoomba listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 56%
- 181-270 days 33%
- 91-180 days 10%
- 31-90 days 1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 56.1% | 46 |
| 181-270 days | 32.9% | 27 |
| 91-180 days | 9.8% | 8 |
| 31-90 days | 1.2% | 1 |
Days a year Katoomba listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 10%
- 91-180 days 37%
- 31-90 days 48%
- 1-30 days 5%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.2% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 9.8% | 8 |
| 91-180 days | 36.6% | 30 |
| 31-90 days | 47.6% | 39 |
| 1-30 days | 4.9% | 4 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Katoomba?
The average Katoomba booking lasts 3.4 nights, longest in January and shortest in October. Listings took about 28 bookings each over the year, some 2,320 in all. Nearly three-quarters 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 Katoomba
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.3 nights 4.2 nights 2.4 nights
Katoomba Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
94% of listings in Katoomba accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Katoomba 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 Katoomba?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Katoomba, used by 41% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 56% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 39% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Katoomba listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Katoomba?
85% of Katoomba listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$245. Spread over the average stay of 3.4 nights, that adds roughly A$70 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 19% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$245
- Average cleaning fee
- A$262
- Listings charging a fee
- 85.4%
- Share of gross revenue
- 18.6%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Katoomba
The top-grossing Airbnb in Katoomba, a four-bedroom home, took in A$138,000 over the past year, about 3.9 times the city's average of A$35,800. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have two and four bedrooms.
Skycrest Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94 
Echo Point Cottage Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- A$103,768
- Occupancy
- 55.6%
- Daily rate
- A$690
Katoomba Estate 5 Bdr 5 Bth Luxury - Home Cinema Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- A$103,600
- Occupancy
- 23.2%
- Daily rate
- A$1,154
Bisham Cottage Fully renovated Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- A$86,661
- Occupancy
- 79.5%
- Daily rate
- A$283
The Waratah House- Indoor Sauna& Outdoor fire pit Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.71 - Revenue
- A$77,339
- Occupancy
- 32.7%
- Daily rate
- A$813
Prior Lodge Katoomba - Spacious & Stylish Retreat Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.70 - Revenue
- A$76,511
- Occupancy
- 22.8%
- Daily rate
- A$1,201
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Katoomba?
Professional management companies run 28% of Katoomba listings and owners run the rest, though 44% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 55% 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 85% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 54.9%
- Professional management
- 28.0%
- Cohosted listings
- 43.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 57.3%
- Simplified Pricing
- 85.4%
Nearby markets
Katoomba vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 60 km, Bilpin (30 km away, 42 listings) earned the most per listing, about 95% more than Katoomba. Blackheath was the busiest, booked on 43% of nights against 40% in Katoomba.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leura 2 km | 59 | A$45,469 | A$465 | 40% |
| Wentworth Falls 6 km | 33 | A$32,473 | A$405 | 36% |
| Blackheath 9 km | 242 | A$56,437 | A$406 | 43% |
| Blue Mountains City Council 13 km | 65 | A$49,380 | A$362 | 39% |
| Lithgow City Council 29 km | 120 | A$51,853 | A$445 | 39% |
| Bilpin 30 km | 42 | A$69,685 | A$453 | 41% |
| Oberon 40 km | 55 | A$36,114 | A$441 | 32% |
| Hawkesbury City Council 60 km | 47 | A$56,637 | A$544 | 32% |
Other Airbnb Markets in New South Wales
- Sydney Airbnb data 10,260 listings
- Shoalhaven City Council Airbnb data 1,026 listings
- Byron Bay Airbnb data 1,002 listings
- Newcastle-Maitland Airbnb data 797 listings
- Gosford Airbnb data 789 listings
- Central Coast Council Airbnb data 774 listings
- Jindabyne Airbnb data 584 listings
- Nelson Bay Airbnb data 540 listings
See all 305 New South Wales Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Katoomba
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Katoomba:
- Port Campbell Airbnb data VIC · A$363/night · 38.9%
- Noosa Shire Airbnb data QLD · A$417/night · 40.2%
- Noosaville Airbnb data QLD · A$406/night · 38.6%
- Bright Airbnb data VIC · A$406/night · 38.6%
- Beechworth Airbnb data VIC · A$366/night · 38.0%
- Mooloolaba Airbnb data QLD · A$404/night · 42.3%
FAQ
Katoomba Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Katoomba?
An active Katoomba Airbnb grossed A$35,803 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 82 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$5,830 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Katoomba?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Katoomba listings earn between A$2,170 and A$5,830 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$8,530 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Katoomba?
Listings in Katoomba were booked on 40% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. July was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Katoomba?
The average booked night in Katoomba cost A$384 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$235 and A$445, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Katoomba?
In Katoomba, 99% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Katoomba?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Katoomba Airbnb grossed A$35,803 in the 12 months to September 2026, 24% below the New South Wales average of A$46,850. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$20,143 a year (about A$1,680 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 A$2,660 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Katoomba?
July paid best over the past year, at A$6,510 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Katoomba?
Each night a Katoomba listing was open to book earned A$144 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 A$248 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Katoomba?
Katoomba stays were booked 49 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 Katoomba?
The average Katoomba Airbnb stay lasted 3.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 28 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Katoomba rated?
Guests rate Katoomba Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Katoomba?
Scenic World, Three Sisters and Katoomba Town Centre draw the most short-term rental interest in Katoomba. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Katoomba?
AirROI counted 82 active Airbnb listings in Katoomba as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Leura, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Katoomba?
In Katoomba, 85% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$245.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 82 active Airbnb listings in Katoomba 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 Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, 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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