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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

São Tomé das Letras, Brazil Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
547
Avg. booking lead time
48 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
September

The short answer

São Tomé das Letras Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates and bookings both trail the Minas Gerais average. Listings averaged R$284 a night and were booked on 23% of available nights, against R$405 and 30% for the Minas Gerais average.

July, usually the best month, brings in about 60% more per listing than September, usually the slowest.

With 547 active listings, São Tomé das Letras is the tenth-largest of 134 Minas Gerais markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 32% while the number of active listings shrank 3%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in São Tomé das Letras?

Gross bookings per São Tomé das Letras listing averaged R$18,711 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Minas Gerais average: R$30,782), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average São Tomé das Letras listing brings in R$2,940 in July, its best month, and R$1,840 in September, its slowest. November runs within 1% of September, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 29% 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 4.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R$5,460+ a month, about 3.5 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn R$3,250 or more, roughly R$1,700 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about R$1,560 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R$667 or less, about 43% 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 earns about 1.6 times what September does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R$2,170. 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.

São Tomé das Letras 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 and bookings; nightly rates peaked in June 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in São Tomé das Letras, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025R$2,03328.2%R$251R$6828 days2.7 nights
Oct 2025R$2,06027.5%R$255R$6631 days2.6 nights
Nov 2025R$2,05826.6%R$257R$6941 days3 nights
Dec 2025R$2,51426.0%R$277R$8157 days4.2 nights
Jan 2026R$2,50727.9%R$271R$8134 days3.6 nights
Feb 2026R$2,24728.8%R$265R$8033 days3.7 nights
Mar 2026R$2,22526.3%R$263R$7222 days3.1 nights
Apr 2026R$2,66729.5%R$278R$8930 days3 nights
May 2026R$2,52125.1%R$313R$8126 days3.2 nights
Jun 2026R$2,97326.1%R$345R$9985 days3.5 nights
Jul 2026R$3,62536.8%R$323R$11732 days3.8 nights
Aug 2026R$2,47624.2%R$326R$8048 days2.6 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.

For a figure on one home rather than the whole São Tomé das Letras market, enter its address and size in the short-term rental calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average São Tomé das Letras Airbnb took in R$18,711 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 R$39,010, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R$2,240 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.

São Tomé das Letras Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter São Tomé das Letras Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsR$17,051R$35,550
Cleaning fees guests pay9% of São Tomé das Letras bookingsR$1,660R$3,460
Gross bookingsR$18,711R$39,010
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 11%: 15.5% for the 68% of São Tomé das Letras listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−R$2,150−R$4,480
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R$0 if you clean yourself−R$1,660−R$3,460
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−R$940−R$1,950
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−R$370−R$780
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−R$560−R$1,170
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−R$190−R$190
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−R$90−R$90
ManagementR$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsR$0R$0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeR$0R$0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onR$0R$0
Total running costsAbout 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−R$5,960−R$12,120
Left for housing costs, then profitR$12,751about R$1,060 a monthR$26,890about R$2,240 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own São Tomé das Letras Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from São Tomé das Letras'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 São Tomé das Letras 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 São Tomé das Letras's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of São Tomé das Letras listings are booked on 39% or more of their nights, against 21% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R$215 adds about R$2,130 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R$350 a night or more, against a median of R$215. 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 R$1,710 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about R$2,940, against R$1,840 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. São Tomé das Letras listings average 4.87 stars, and 52% 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 R$3,250 a month, against R$1,560 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in São Tomé das Letras?

São Tomé das Letras listings were booked on 23% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points below the Minas Gerais average (30%) and 11 points below the Brazil average (34%). Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, occupancy climbs to 34% in July and falls to 24% in June.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 61%+ of open nights, 40 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 39% or more, roughly three nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 21% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 10% or less, less than one night a week.

July is usually the busiest month in São Tomé das Letras, June the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month rate of 23% 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 São Tomé das Letras?

The average nightly rate in São Tomé das Letras, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R$284 over the past year, about 30% below the Minas Gerais average of R$405 and about 46% below the Brazil average of R$525. In a typical year, rates peak in June at about R$300 and bottom out in September and October at about R$235.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R$565+ a night, about 2.7 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge R$350 or more, about R$140 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about R$215 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R$135 or less, about 63% of the median.

June rates run 28% above September's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R$260. The 12-month ADR of R$284 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 São Tomé das Letras?

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 São Tomé das Letras it averaged R$69 over the past year, from about R$61 in a typical September to about R$95 in a typical July.

A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R$151+ per open night, about 3.2 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn R$90 or more, about R$40 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about R$48 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R$22 or less, about half of the median.

July RevPAR is about 1.5 times September's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R$71.

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras

São Tomé das Letras has one high season, June and July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to November, with a dip in February as well.

Average revenue by month in São Tomé das Letras

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R$2,170.

Revenue by month in São Tomé das Letras in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in São Tomé das Letras, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryShoulder seasonR$2,270
FebruaryLow seasonR$1,890
MarchShoulder seasonR$2,040
AprilShoulder seasonR$2,270
MayShoulder seasonR$2,110
JuneHigh seasonR$2,410
JulyHigh seasonR$2,940
AugustShoulder seasonR$2,180
SeptemberLow seasonR$1,840
OctoberLow seasonR$1,960
NovemberLow seasonR$1,850
DecemberShoulder seasonR$2,300
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in São Tomé das Letras by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–JulyR$2,68029%R$293
Shoulder seasonMarch–May, August, December–JanuaryR$2,20027%R$263
Low seasonFebruary, September–NovemberR$1,88027%R$239

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras?

Guests book São Tomé das Letras stays 48 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). June stays are booked furthest out, about 92 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 22 days. A typical June booking is made in mid-March.

June stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month figure of 48 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 São Tomé das Letras

None of the 547 active listings in São Tomé das Letras 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 São Tomé das Letras.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras

AirROI's area guide picks eight São Tomé das Letras neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Centro, Bairro das Pedras and Serra de São Tomé. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Centro The vibrant heart of São Tomé das Letras, known for its cultural events, shops, and restaurants. It attracts tourists looking to experience the local lifestyle and enjoy festivals throughout the year.Church of São Tomé, Casa da Cultura, Artisan Market, São Tomé das Letras Waterfall, Mirante do Vôo Livre
Bairro das Pedras Famous for its impressive rock formations and natural beauty, this area is perfect for those interested in hiking and nature-based tourism. Great for Airbnb with unique views and tranquility.Pedra de São Tomé, Cachoeira do Flávio, Mirante da Pedra, Trilhas Ecológicas, Camping sites
Serra de São Tomé Known for its stunning landscapes and cool climate, this area appeals to nature lovers and those seeking peace away from the hustle. Ideal for cozy retreats that tourists seek.Serra do Papagaio, Cachoeira do Cebola, Hiking Trails, Lookout Points, Natural Pools
Zona Rural The rural area surrounding São Tomé offers a unique experience for those wanting to connect with nature, agriculture, and local traditions. Perfect for agritourism and rural retreats.Local Farms, Cultural Experiences, Traditional Cuisine, Bird Watching, Guided Nature Tours
Vale das Grutas A unique area known for its caves and mystical landscapes, appealing to adventurers and those interested in geology and spelunking. Great for Airbnb focused on adventure tourism.Gruta do Carimbado, Gruta do Vale das Gatas, Cave Exploration Tours, Adventure Activities, Scenic Views
Cachoeira do Flávio A beautiful waterfall that attracts visitors looking for relaxation and beauty in nature. It's a go-to spot for families and nature lovers, perfect for eco-friendly rentals.Waterfall Swimming, Picnic Areas, Nature Trails, Photography Spots, Eco-lodges
Morro do Cruzeiro A scenic viewpoint that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding areas. Ideal for those seeking a romantic getaway or spectacular sunrise experiences.Viewpoints, Sunrise Watching, Hiking Trails, Camping Sites, Cultural Rituals
Rua das Andorinhas A charming street known for its artistic vibe and community feeling. It's popular among tourists looking for unique local experiences and connects well with local culture.Art Studios, Cafes, Street Markets, Cultural Festivities, Local Events

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

São Tomé das Letras Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 76% of listings in São Tomé das Letras, but private rooms are a real segment: nearly one listing in four (24%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 74%, about 5 times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (14%).

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

São Tomé das Letras Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 76%
  • Private room 24%
  • Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
São Tomé das Letras Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home75.7%414
Private room23.8%130
Shared room0.5%3

Listings by property type

São Tomé das Letras Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 74%
  • Hotel/Boutique 14%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 6%
  • Apartment/Condo 3%
  • Others 3%
Property types in numbers
São Tomé das Letras Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House74.0%405
Hotel/Boutique14.3%78
Cabin/Outdoor5.7%31
Apartment/Condo3.3%18
Others2.7%15

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in São Tomé das Letras Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in São Tomé das Letras (37% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (34%). Shares are of the 395 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

São Tomé das Letras entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
São Tomé das Letras entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio1.3%5
1 bedroom34.2%135
2 bedrooms37.0%146
3 bedrooms20.3%80
4 bedrooms5.6%22
5+ bedrooms1.8%7

What Each Home Size Earns in São Tomé das Letras

A typical one-bedroom home in São Tomé das Letras earned R$11,600 over the past year, against R$16,600 for a four-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in São Tomé das Letras
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom135R$11,600R$19,500R$23528%
2 bedrooms146R$9,140R$18,600R$28623%
3 bedrooms80R$19,700R$32,300R$40625%
4 bedrooms22R$16,600R$36,600R$60421%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in São Tomé das Letras Sleep?

The most common capacity in São Tomé das Letras is eight or more guests (30% of listings), and 50% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 431 listings with a guest capacity on file (79% of the market).

São Tomé das Letras listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
São Tomé das Letras listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings with a capacity on file Listings
1 guest0.2%1
2 guests19.5%84
3 guests5.1%22
4 guests15.3%66
5 guests10.2%44
6 guests15.3%66
7 guests4.4%19
8+ guests29.9%129

How São Tomé das Letras Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

São Tomé das Letras hosts set up an average of 3.4 beds per listing. Only 35% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
17
Beds per listing
3.4
Show exact location
35%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in São Tomé das Letras Offer?

Pet-friendly policies are close to standard in São Tomé das Letras: 76% of listings have one, and 55% offer free parking on site.

Share of São Tomé das Letras listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi Nearly all
  • TV 84%
  • Kitchen 82%
  • Pets allowed 76%
  • Hot water 61%
  • Dishes and silverware 61%
  • Refrigerator 57%
  • Free parking on premises 55%
  • Stove 52%
  • Bed linens 50%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in São Tomé das Letras

Listings in São Tomé das Letras with a pet-friendly policy earned about 7.6 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R$23,700 against R$3,120. The gap is smaller for a pool view (about 4.0 times as much) and a hot tub (about 3.0 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 São Tomé das Letras 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

  • Pets allowed +660% on 76% of listings
  • Pool view +295% on 2% of listings
  • Hot tub +198% on 2% of listings
  • Sun loungers +196% on 6% of listings
  • Outdoor kitchen +131% on 5% of listings
  • Hammock +119% on 21% of listings
  • Self check-in +109% on 14% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +108% on 10% of listings
  • Indoor fireplace +105% on 5% of listings
  • Pool +103% on 14% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of São Tomé das Letras listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Pets allowed76%R$23,700R$3,120+660%
Pool view2%R$70,200R$17,800+295%
Hot tub2%R$53,600R$18,000+198%
Sun loungers6%R$49,600R$16,800+196%
Outdoor kitchen5%R$40,600R$17,600+131%
Hammock21%R$32,800R$15,000+119%
Self check-in14%R$34,100R$16,300+109%
Outdoor furniture10%R$34,900R$16,800+108%
Indoor fireplace5%R$36,500R$17,900+105%
Pool14%R$33,100R$16,300+103%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in São Tomé das Letras?

São Tomé das Letras draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in Brazil. São Paulo alone accounts for 29% of reviews. Guests speak a mix of languages: Portuguese leads at 53%, followed by English and Spanish.

98% of São Tomé das Letras guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 98%
  • International 2%

Where São Tomé das Letras guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • São Paulo 29%
  • Rio de Janeiro 8%
  • Belo Horizonte 5%
  • State of Minas Gerais 3%
  • Minas Gerais 3%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where São Tomé das Letras guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
São Paulo29.1%
Rio de Janeiro8.4%
Belo Horizonte4.6%
State of Minas Gerais3.2%
Minas Gerais3.0%

Where São Tomé das Letras guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Brazil 98%
  • United States 0%
  • France 0%
  • Portugal 0%
  • United Kingdom 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where São Tomé das Letras guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
Brazil97.9%
United States0.4%
France0.3%
Portugal0.3%
United Kingdom0.2%

Languages spoken by São Tomé das Letras guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Portuguese 53%
  • English 28%
  • Spanish 14%
  • French 2%
  • Italian 1%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by São Tomé das Letras guests
Language Share of guests
Portuguese53.3%
English28.3%
Spanish14.0%
French1.6%
Italian1.4%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in São Tomé das Letras?

São Tomé das Letras Airbnbs average 4.87 stars, and 52% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.82.

Communication scores highest in São Tomé das Letras; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.85
  • Cleanliness 4.88
  • Communication 4.92
  • Location 4.85
  • Check-in 4.91
  • Value 4.82
Category scores in numbers
São Tomé das Letras guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.85
Cleanliness4.88
Communication4.92
Location4.85
Check-in4.91
Value4.82

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in São Tomé das Letras: Stays, Rules and Fees

More than nine in ten São Tomé das Letras listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 8% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 45% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year São Tomé das Letras listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 77%
  • 181-270 days 15%
  • 91-180 days 6%
  • 31-90 days 1%
  • 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year São Tomé das Letras listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days76.8%420
181-270 days15.4%84
91-180 days6.2%34
31-90 days1.5%8
1-30 days0.2%1

Days a year São Tomé das Letras listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 2%
  • 181-270 days 7%
  • 91-180 days 16%
  • 31-90 days 30%
  • 1-30 days 45%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year São Tomé das Letras listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days1.6%9
181-270 days6.8%37
91-180 days16.5%90
31-90 days30.2%165
1-30 days45.0%246

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras?

The average São Tomé das Letras booking lasts 3.5 nights, longest in December and shortest in September. Listings took about 17 bookings each over the year, some 8,940 in all. More than three in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at noon.

Average length of stay by month in São Tomé das Letras

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

São Tomé das Letras Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

Nearly all listings in São Tomé das Letras accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by São Tomé das Letras listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 42% 230 listings
  • 2 Nights 55% 301 listings
  • 3 Nights 3% 14 listings
  • 4-6 Nights <1% 2 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in São Tomé das Letras?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in São Tomé das Letras, used by 46% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 35% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of São Tomé das Letras listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 19% 106 listings
  • Moderate 16% 88 listings
  • Limited 4% 20 listings
  • Firm 46% 253 listings
  • Strict 14% 79 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days <1% 1 listing

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in São Tomé das Letras?

54% of São Tomé das Letras listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about R$62. Spread over the average stay of 3.5 nights, that adds roughly R$18 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
R$62
Average cleaning fee
R$76
Listings charging a fee
54.1%
Share of gross revenue
8.9%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in São Tomé das Letras

The top-grossing Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras, a three-bedroom home, took in R$289,000 over the past year, about 15 times the city's average of R$18,700.

Aconchego de São Thomé Farm Aconchego de São Thomé Farm Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
R$288,916
Occupancy
75.8%
Daily rate
R$1,014
Farmhouse with Pool São Thomé das Letras - Farmhouse Farmhouse with Pool São Thomé das Letras - Farmhouse Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
R$238,084
Occupancy
25.2%
Daily rate
R$2,212
Portal dos Ventos House Portal dos Ventos House Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Revenue
R$177,663
Occupancy
66.9%
Daily rate
R$712
House available in the Center of São Thomé das Letras. House available in the Center of São Thomé das Letras. Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
R$132,570
Occupancy
68.1%
Daily rate
R$526
Penthouse (Terrace) in São Thomé. Penthouse (Terrace) in São Thomé. Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
R$126,089
Occupancy
61.8%
Daily rate
R$512
Weekend and holiday vacation home Weekend and holiday vacation home Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Revenue
R$116,967
Occupancy
74.2%
Daily rate
R$414

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in São Tomé das Letras?

Paraíso Mágico is the top-grossing host in São Tomé das Letras, with R$521,000 in bookings across 10 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 8% of the market's 547 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Josiane grossed R$81,400 per listing, 56% more than Paraíso Mágico's R$52,100.

Top Airbnb hosts in São Tomé das Letras by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Paraíso Mágico 10R$520,587R$52,0594.94/5
Jochris 4R$305,137R$76,2844.84/5
Ronimar 1R$288,916R$288,9165.00/5
4 Gustavo 10R$286,727R$28,6734.86/5
5 Josiane 3R$244,093R$81,3644.95/5
6 Josi 3R$238,162R$79,3874.94/5
7 Davidson 3R$198,393R$66,1314.90/5
8 Aline 4R$196,188R$49,0474.91/5
9 Jose Hilton 3R$179,106R$59,7024.83/5
10 Gabriel 1R$177,663R$177,6634.98/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in São Tomé das Letras?

Fewer than 1% of São Tomé das Letras listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 48% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 15% 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 68% of listings.

Superhosts
48.4%
Professional management
0.2%
Cohosted listings
7.9%
Instant Book enabled
15.2%
Simplified Pricing
67.8%

Nearby markets

São Tomé das Letras vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: São Thomé das Letras (281 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 53 km, São Lourenço (45 km away) earned the most per listing, about 6% more than São Tomé das Letras. Varginha was the busiest, booked on 31% of nights against 23% in São Tomé das Letras.

Airbnb markets near São Tomé das Letras: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Três Corações 29 km 37R$16,906R$33822%
Caxambu 29 km 58R$18,452R$28530%
Carrancas 43 km 170R$18,862R$31223%
São Lourenço 45 km 375R$19,884R$30126%
Lambari 48 km 30R$11,489R$24122%
Aiuruoca 51 km 112R$19,355R$41620%
Varginha 52 km 88R$15,847R$22231%
Pouso Alto 53 km 31R$17,368R$39923%

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FAQ

São Tomé das Letras Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in São Tomé das Letras?

An active São Tomé das Letras Airbnb grossed R$18,711 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 547 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R$3,250 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of São Tomé das Letras listings earn between R$667 and R$3,250 in a typical month, and the top tenth R$5,460 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 São Tomé das Letras?

Listings in São Tomé das Letras were booked on 23% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 30% for the Minas Gerais average. July is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in São Tomé das Letras?

The average booked night in São Tomé das Letras cost R$284 before fees. Half of listings charge between R$135 and R$350, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras?

None of the active São Tomé das Letras 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 São Tomé das Letras?

Yes, when it's run well. The average São Tomé das Letras Airbnb grossed R$18,711 in the 12 months to September 2026, 39% below the Minas Gerais average of R$30,782, 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 R$2,240 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 São Tomé das Letras?

July usually pays best, averaging R$2,940 per active listing over the past two years, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in São Tomé das Letras?

Each night a São Tomé das Letras listing was open to book earned R$69 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 R$151 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in São Tomé das Letras?

São Tomé das Letras stays were booked 48 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 São Tomé das Letras?

The average São Tomé das Letras Airbnb stay lasted 3.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 17 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in São Tomé das Letras rated?

Guests rate São Tomé das Letras Airbnbs 4.87 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in São Tomé das Letras?

Centro, Bairro das Pedras and Serra de São Tomé draw the most short-term rental interest in São Tomé das Letras. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in São Tomé das Letras?

AirROI counted 547 active Airbnb listings in São Tomé das Letras as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Três Corações, 29 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in São Tomé das Letras?

In São Tomé das Letras, 54% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about R$62.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 547 active Airbnb listings in São Tomé das Letras 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 Brazilian reals at R$5.19 per US$, 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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