SKYES BEACH HOUSE | spas | sauna | arcade machines Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- A$289,881
- Occupancy
- 53.1%
- Daily rate
- A$1,397
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Malua Bay, NSW Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Malua Bay brought in A$43,565 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 7% less than the New South Wales average of A$46,850.
The short answer
Malua Bay Airbnb Market at a Glance
Malua Bay earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged A$492 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against A$445 and 41% for the New South Wales average.
Timing matters: in January, usually the best month, the average listing earns about three times as much as in May, usually the slowest.
With 118 active listings, Malua Bay is the 65th-largest of 305 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings grew 13%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Malua Bay?
Gross bookings per Malua Bay listing averaged A$43,565 over the 12 months to September 2026 (New South Wales average: A$46,850), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Malua Bay listing brings in A$9,170 in January, its best month, and A$3,040 in May, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: January leads December by 3%, and May sits just 2% below August, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 39% 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 3.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$11,500+ a month, about 3.1 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$6,630 or more, roughly A$3,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$3,670 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$2,060 or less, about 56% 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 three times what May does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$9,190 A$2,820
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$5,000. 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.
Malua Bay 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.
December 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in January 2026. Across the past two years, January is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$3,845 | 27.8% | A$442 | A$128 | 34 days | 3.6 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$4,763 | 33.9% | A$460 | A$154 | 49 days | 2.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$5,560 | 36.1% | A$463 | A$185 | 75 days | 5.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$9,194 | 54.4% | A$520 | A$297 | 126 days | 6.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$9,171 | 53.2% | A$530 | A$296 | 78 days | 4.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$5,072 | 40.3% | A$474 | A$181 | 35 days | 5.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$5,472 | 38.8% | A$465 | A$177 | 42 days | 3.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$5,355 | 38.6% | A$471 | A$178 | 55 days | 4 nights |
| May 2026 | A$3,000 | 23.3% | A$468 | A$97 | 21 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$3,550 | 25.5% | A$473 | A$118 | 18 days | 3.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$4,167 | 31.3% | A$474 | A$134 | 24 days | 4.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$3,030 | 22.7% | A$472 | A$98 | 40 days | 2.7 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 Malua Bay listing earns about A$3,670 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The free Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Malua Bay Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Malua Bay Airbnb took in A$43,565 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$2,160 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$3,940 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$6,790 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$2,730 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$1,850 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.
Malua Bay Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$36,775 | A$66,370 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay16% of Malua Bay bookings | A$6,790 | A$12,250 |
| Gross bookings | A$43,565 | A$78,620 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Malua Bay listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$5,830 | −A$10,520 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$6,790 | −A$12,250 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$2,180 | −A$3,930 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$870 | −A$1,570 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,310 | −A$2,360 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$440 | −A$440 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$220 | −A$220 |
| 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$17,640 | −A$31,290 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$25,925about A$2,160 a month | A$47,330about A$3,940 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Malua Bay Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Malua Bay'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 Malua Bay 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 Malua Bay's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Malua Bay listings are booked on 51% or more of their nights, against 30% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$450 adds about A$4,520 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$590 a night or more, against a median of A$450. 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$3,680 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, January brings the average listing about A$9,170, against A$3,040 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Malua Bay listings average 4.76 stars, and 31% 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$6,550 a month, against A$3,630 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Malua Bay?
Malua Bay listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the New South Wales average (41%) and 8 points below the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 23% in August to 55% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.9 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 73%+ of open nights, 43 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 51% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 30% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 15% or less, under two nights a week.
January is usually the busiest month in Malua Bay, August the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 36% 57% 21%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Malua Bay?
The average nightly rate in Malua Bay, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$492 over the past year, about 11% above the New South Wales average of A$445 and about 28% above the Australia average of A$385. In a typical year, rates peak in January at about A$515 and bottom out in September at about A$415.
The top 10% charge about 2.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$760+ a night, about 1.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$590 or more, about A$140 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$450 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$285 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
January rates run 24% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$530 A$387
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$453. The 12-month ADR of A$492 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 Malua Bay?
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 Malua Bay it averaged A$174 over the past year, from about A$98 in a typical May to about A$296 in a typical January.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$294+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$220 or more, about A$70 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$150 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$97 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
January RevPAR is about three times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$297 A$94
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$164. The 12-month RevPAR of A$174 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 Malua Bay
Malua Bay has one high season, December and January, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from May to October. A listing earns about 2.2 times as much a month in December through February as in June through August.
Average revenue by month in Malua Bay
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average A$9,170 A$3,040
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, A$5,000.
Revenue by month in Malua Bay in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | A$9,170 |
| February | Shoulder season | A$4,870 |
| March | Shoulder season | A$5,390 |
| April | Shoulder season | A$5,400 |
| May | Low season | A$3,040 |
| June | Low season | A$3,190 |
| July | Low season | A$3,930 |
| August | Low season | A$3,090 |
| September | Low season | A$3,560 |
| October | Low season | A$4,480 |
| November | Shoulder season | A$5,080 |
| December | High season | A$8,860 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember–January | A$9,020 | 55% | A$505 |
| Shoulder seasonFebruary–April, November | A$5,180 | 40% | A$448 |
| Low seasonMay–October | A$3,550 | 28% | A$440 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Malua Bay?
Guests book Malua Bay stays 59 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 114 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 21 days. A typical December booking is made in late August.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 45 days 126 days 18 days
The 12-month figure of 59 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 Malua Bay
98% of the 118 active listings in Malua Bay 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 Malua Bay.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Malua Bay
AirROI's area guide picks seven Malua Bay neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Malua Bay Beach, Batehaven and Rosedale. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Malua Bay Beach | A beautiful beach area perfect for families and tourists looking for a relaxing coastal experience. Close to natural attractions and amenities. | Malua Bay Beach, Mogo Wildlife Park, Eurobodalla National Park, Burrill Lake, Historical Mogo Village |
| Batehaven | A charming suburb close to Malua Bay featuring beautiful beaches and calm waters, ideal for families and water activities. | Batehaven Beach, Caseys Beach, Surfing and kayaking, Whale watching, Batehaven shops and eateries |
| Rosedale | A peaceful area with stunning views and easy access to nature, appealing to those seeking tranquility away from the hustle and bustle. | Rosedale Beach, Fishing spots, Nature walks, Scenic views, Picnic areas |
| Long Beach | Known for its stunning coastline and relaxed atmosphere, Long Beach is great for vacationers and those looking for a beachside escape. | Long Beach, Beachfront cafes, Golfing at nearby courses, Water sports, Local markets |
| Lilli Pilli | A scenic suburb with a quiet beach atmosphere, appealing to those wanting an escape in a picturesque coastal setting. | Lilli Pilli Beach, Bushwalking trails, Local wildlife, Scenic driving routes, Jervis Bay nearby |
| Broulee | Famous for its pristine beaches and surfing spots, Broulee attracts surf enthusiasts as well as families looking for outdoor activities. | Broulee Beach, Moruya River, Surfing spots, Nature trails, Broulee Island |
| Moruya | A short drive from Malua Bay, Moruya offers a charming township vibe with local markets and historic sites, suitable for diverse visitors. | Moruya Heads Beach, Moruya River, Moruya Historic Museum, Weekly markets, Local dining experiences |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Malua Bay Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Malua Bay are entire homes (95%), with private rooms at 5%. Houses account for 83% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 14%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Malua Bay Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 95%
- Private room 5%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 94.9% | 112 |
| Private room | 5.1% | 6 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Malua Bay Airbnb listings by property type
- House 83%
- Apartment/Condo 14%
- Others 3%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 83.1% | 98 |
| Apartment/Condo | 14.4% | 17 |
| Others | 2.5% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Malua Bay Have?
Most Malua Bay homes are built for groups: 78% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (43%). Shares are of the 111 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Malua Bay entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
1%
3%
18%
43%
26%
9%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0.9% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 2.7% | 3 |
| 2 bedrooms | 18.0% | 20 |
| 3 bedrooms | 43.2% | 48 |
| 4 bedrooms | 26.1% | 29 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 9.0% | 10 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Malua Bay
A typical two-bedroom home in Malua Bay earned A$35,400 over the past year, against A$45,400 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 20 | A$35,400 | A$42,800 | A$380 | 47% |
| 3 bedrooms | 48 | A$26,800 | A$37,800 | A$465 | 35% |
| 4 bedrooms | 29 | A$35,700 | A$51,300 | A$620 | 31% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 10 | A$45,400 | A$67,400 | A$726 | 34% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Malua Bay Sleep?
Malua Bay is a group-trip market: 42% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.6 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (26%).
Malua Bay listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
4%
1%
9%
10%
26%
8%
42%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 4.3% | 5 |
| 3 guests | 0.9% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 9.4% | 11 |
| 5 guests | 10.3% | 12 |
| 6 guests | 25.6% | 30 |
| 7 guests | 7.7% | 9 |
| 8+ guests | 41.9% | 49 |
How Malua Bay Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Malua Bay hosts set up an average of 4.4 beds per listing. Only 44% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 14
- Beds per listing
- 4.4
- Show exact location
- 44%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Malua Bay Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Malua Bay: 97% of listings offer it, and 96% have a washer.
Share of Malua Bay listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Malua Bay
Listings in Malua Bay with a gym earned about 2.7 times as much a year, on average, as those without: A$98,400 against A$36,200. The gap is smaller for an EV charger (about 2.6 times as much) and a fire pit (about 2.2 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 Malua Bay 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 | 12% | A$98,400 | A$36,200 | +172% |
| EV charger | 10% | A$96,300 | A$37,600 | +156% |
| Fire pit | 15% | A$81,100 | A$36,800 | +120% |
| Waterfront | 33% | A$68,500 | A$31,300 | +119% |
| Outdoor shower | 31% | A$69,600 | A$32,100 | +117% |
| Ocean view | 14% | A$76,400 | A$38,000 | +101% |
| Beach essentials | 9% | A$77,700 | A$40,100 | +94% |
| Outdoor furniture | 59% | A$53,800 | A$28,700 | +87% |
| Game console | 10% | A$74,500 | A$40,100 | +86% |
| Garden view | 25% | A$66,400 | A$35,800 | +86% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Malua Bay?
Malua Bay draws mostly domestic guests: nine in ten of those who left reviews live in Australia. Canberra alone accounts for 18% of reviews. Of the 10% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United States and the United Kingdom.
90% of Malua Bay guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 90%
- International 10%
Where Malua Bay guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Canberra | 17.8% |
| Sydney | 8.5% |
| Melbourne | 2.4% |
Where Malua Bay guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 89.9% |
| United States | 2.0% |
| United Kingdom | 2.0% |
| Canada | 1.2% |
| China | 0.7% |
Languages spoken by Malua Bay guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 67.2% |
| German | 6.4% |
| French | 4.2% |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| Chinese | 3.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Malua Bay?
Malua Bay Airbnbs average 4.76 stars, and 31% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.61, against 4.90 for location.
Location scores highest in Malua Bay; 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 | 4.77 |
| Cleanliness | 4.66 |
| Communication | 4.86 |
| Location | 4.90 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.61 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Malua Bay: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten Malua Bay 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 40% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Malua Bay listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 63%
- 181-270 days 25%
- 91-180 days 9%
- 31-90 days 3%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 62.7% | 74 |
| 181-270 days | 24.6% | 29 |
| 91-180 days | 9.3% | 11 |
| 31-90 days | 3.4% | 4 |
Days a year Malua Bay listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 3%
- 181-270 days 9%
- 91-180 days 27%
- 31-90 days 40%
- 1-30 days 20%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 3.4% | 4 |
| 181-270 days | 9.3% | 11 |
| 91-180 days | 27.1% | 32 |
| 31-90 days | 39.8% | 47 |
| 1-30 days | 20.3% | 24 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Malua Bay?
The average Malua Bay booking lasts 4.8 nights, longest in December and shortest in October. Listings took about 18 bookings each over the year, some 2,180 in all. About two-thirds of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Malua Bay
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.9 nights 5.8 nights 2.9 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Malua Bay Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About seven in ten listings in Malua Bay accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Malua Bay 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 Malua Bay?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Malua Bay, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 45% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 51% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Malua Bay listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Malua Bay?
More than eight in ten Malua Bay listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is A$342, and some higher fees lift the average to A$447. Spread over the average stay of 4.8 nights, that adds roughly A$70 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 16% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$342
- Average cleaning fee
- A$447
- Listings charging a fee
- 82.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 15.6%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Malua Bay
The top-grossing Airbnb in Malua Bay, a six-bedroom home, took in A$290,000 over the past year, about 6.7 times the city's average of A$43,600.
SKYES BEACH HOUSE | spas | sauna | arcade machines Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93 
Spectacular unbroken ocean view. Pretty Point Bay Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.76 - Revenue
- A$184,597
- Occupancy
- 81.5%
- Daily rate
- A$591
Hilton at Malua Bay Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- A$169,911
- Occupancy
- 69.4%
- Daily rate
- A$667
Private Beachfront House, Dog-Friendly Malua Bay Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- A$141,836
- Occupancy
- 70.0%
- Daily rate
- A$495
Absolute Beachfront, Malua Bay | Blutique Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$135,144
- Occupancy
- 59.3%
- Daily rate
- A$764
Waterfront Garden Bay Beach House Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.82 - Revenue
- A$134,414
- Occupancy
- 46.8%
- Daily rate
- A$735
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Malua Bay?
J L is the top-grossing host in Malua Bay, with A$1.19 million in bookings across 22 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 49% of its 118 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Scott grossed A$121,000 per listing, about 2.2 times J L's A$54,000.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J L | 22 | A$1,187,870 | A$53,994 | 4.65/5 | |
| Scott | 4 | A$485,638 | A$121,410 | 4.92/5 | |
| Batemans Bay Accommodation Tea… | 13 | A$295,444 | A$22,726 | 4.66/5 | |
| 4 | LJ Hooker | 6 | A$196,230 | A$32,705 | 4.26/5 |
| 5 | Abode Malua Bay | 6 | A$187,098 | A$31,183 | 4.75/5 |
| 6 | Igor | 1 | A$184,597 | A$184,597 | 4.76/5 |
| 7 | Megan | 1 | A$169,911 | A$169,911 | 4.98/5 |
| 8 | MadeComfy | 3 | A$147,362 | A$49,121 | 4.53/5 |
| 9 | Laura | 1 | A$141,836 | A$141,836 | 4.88/5 |
| 10 | Mark | 1 | A$102,922 | A$102,922 | 5.00/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Malua Bay?
Professional management companies run four in ten Malua Bay listings. Only 30% of listings are run by Superhosts. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 28% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 83% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 29.7%
- Professional management
- 40.7%
- Cohosted listings
- 24.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 28.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 83.1%
Nearby markets
Malua Bay vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Malua Bay out-earns every one of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 49 km; the best of them, Tomakin, averaged about 23% less per listing.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomakin 5 km | 38 | A$33,417 | A$409 | 36% |
| Eurobodalla Shire Council 9 km | 406 | A$33,364 | A$391 | 34% |
| Batemans Bay 10 km | 64 | A$30,796 | A$352 | 35% |
| Kioloa 29 km | 54 | A$21,270 | A$340 | 27% |
| Tuross Head 31 km | 72 | A$33,301 | A$341 | 37% |
| Bawley Point 34 km | 100 | A$33,373 | A$446 | 32% |
| Burrill Lake 49 km | 54 | A$31,537 | A$384 | 35% |
| Narooma 49 km | 106 | A$30,357 | A$345 | 34% |
Other Airbnb Markets in New South Wales
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Markets Similar to Malua Bay
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Malua Bay:
- Shire of Hepburn Airbnb data VIC · A$448/night · 35.8%
- City of Greater Geelong Airbnb data VIC · A$466/night · 34.0%
- Peregian Beach Airbnb data QLD · A$533/night · 36.8%
- Torquay Airbnb data VIC · A$447/night · 36.6%
- Shire of Colac Otway Airbnb data VIC · A$430/night · 35.0%
- Bass Coast Shire Airbnb data VIC · A$428/night · 35.9%
FAQ
Malua Bay Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Malua Bay?
An active Malua Bay Airbnb grossed A$43,565 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 118 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$6,630 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Malua Bay?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Malua Bay listings earn between A$2,060 and A$6,630 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$11,500 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 Malua Bay?
Listings in Malua Bay were booked on 35% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. January is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Malua Bay?
The average booked night in Malua Bay cost A$492 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$285 and A$590, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Malua Bay?
In Malua Bay, 98% 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 Malua Bay?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Malua Bay Airbnb grossed A$43,565 in the 12 months to September 2026, 7% 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$25,925 a year (about A$2,160 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$3,940 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Malua Bay?
January usually pays best, averaging A$9,170 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 Malua Bay?
Each night a Malua Bay listing was open to book earned A$174 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$294 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Malua Bay?
Malua Bay stays were booked 59 days (about eight 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 Malua Bay?
The average Malua Bay Airbnb stay lasted 4.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 18 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Malua Bay rated?
Guests rate Malua Bay Airbnbs 4.76 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Malua Bay?
Malua Bay Beach, Batehaven and Rosedale draw the most short-term rental interest in Malua Bay. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Malua Bay?
AirROI counted 118 active Airbnb listings in Malua Bay as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Tomakin, 5 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Malua Bay?
In Malua Bay, more than eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is A$342, and some higher fees lift the average to A$447.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 118 active Airbnb listings in Malua Bay 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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