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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Ladysmith, BC Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
46
Avg. booking lead time
60 days
Listings showing a permit
98%
Peak revenue month
August
Lowest revenue month
January

The short answer

Ladysmith Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates and bookings both trail the British Columbia average. Listings averaged CA$258 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights, against CA$335 and 48% for the British Columbia average.

Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about four times as much as in January, usually the slowest. With only 46 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.

With 46 active listings, Ladysmith is the 111th-largest of 212 British Columbia markets AirROI tracks.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Ladysmith?

Gross bookings per Ladysmith listing averaged CA$34,267 over the 12 months to September 2026 (British Columbia average: CA$45,117), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Ladysmith listing brings in CA$7,410 in August, its best month, and CA$1,900 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 44% 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 2.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CA$7,310+ a month, about 2.5 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn CA$4,960 or more, roughly CA$2,100 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about CA$2,890 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CA$1,730 or less, about 60% 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.

August earns about four times what January does

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

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$3,490. 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.

Ladysmith 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 nightly rate; bookings peaked in August 2026. Across the past two years, August is usually the strongest month.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Ladysmith, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025CA$3,58047.1%CA$223CA$11951 days3.2 nights
Oct 2025CA$3,26350.3%CA$210CA$10548 days4.5 nights
Nov 2025CA$2,57641.0%CA$202CA$8689 days2.8 nights
Dec 2025CA$2,44133.6%CA$205CA$7939 days5.2 nights
Jan 2026CA$2,26330.2%CA$197CA$7316 days4 nights
Feb 2026CA$2,05428.0%CA$194CA$7323 days5.2 nights
Mar 2026CA$3,04144.6%CA$200CA$9847 days10 nights
Apr 2026CA$2,59838.9%CA$203CA$8742 days4.5 nights
May 2026CA$3,88750.4%CA$253CA$12551 days5 nights
Jun 2026CA$5,13454.2%CA$298CA$17173 days5.5 nights
Jul 2026CA$8,10870.0%CA$325CA$26270 days4.4 nights
Aug 2026CA$8,01172.6%CA$314CA$25879 days3.7 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.

For a figure on one home rather than the whole Ladysmith market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Ladysmith Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Ladysmith Airbnb took in CA$34,267 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about CA$1,930 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 CA$3,330 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the CA$2,820 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about CA$2,160 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about CA$1,670 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.

Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsCA$31,447CA$53,890
Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Ladysmith bookingsCA$2,820CA$4,840
Gross bookingsCA$34,267CA$58,730
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of Ladysmith listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−CA$4,380−CA$7,510
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; CA$0 if you clean yourself−CA$2,820−CA$4,840
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−CA$1,710−CA$2,940
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−CA$690−CA$1,170
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−CA$1,030−CA$1,760
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−CA$340−CA$340
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−CA$170−CA$170
ManagementCA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsCA$0CA$0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeCA$0CA$0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onCA$0CA$0
Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−CA$11,140−CA$18,730
Left for housing costs, then profitCA$23,127about CA$1,930 a monthCA$40,000about CA$3,330 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Ladysmith Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Ladysmith'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 Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Ladysmith listings are booked on 63% or more of their nights, against 47% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of CA$180 adds about CA$1,780 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge CA$285 a night or more, against a median of CA$180. 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 CA$3,140 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about CA$7,410, against CA$1,900 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Ladysmith listings average 4.91 stars, and 65% 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 CA$4,890 a month, against CA$2,860 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Ladysmith?

Ladysmith listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the British Columbia average (48%) and in line with the Canada average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 30% in January to 71% in August.

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

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 82%+ of open nights, 35 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 63% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 47% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 27% or less, roughly two nights a week.

August is usually the busiest month in Ladysmith, January the quietest

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

The 12-month rate of 45% 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 Ladysmith?

The average nightly rate in Ladysmith, known as ADR (average daily rate), was CA$258 over the past year, about 23% below the British Columbia average of CA$335 and about 8% below the Canada average of CA$280. In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about CA$170 in November to about CA$290 in July.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge CA$385+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge CA$285 or more, about CA$110 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about CA$180 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge CA$120 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

July rates run 70% above November's

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

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$215. The 12-month ADR of CA$258 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 Ladysmith?

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 Ladysmith it averaged CA$130 over the past year, from about CA$61 in a typical January to about CA$239 in a typical August.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CA$253+ per open night, about 2.3 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn CA$161 or more, about CA$50 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about CA$110 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CA$67 or less, about 61% of the median.

August RevPAR is about four times January's

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

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$114. The 12-month RevPAR of CA$130 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 Ladysmith

With only 46 active listings, the monthly pattern in Ladysmith is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in August and bottom out in January.

Average revenue by month in Ladysmith

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, CA$3,490.

Revenue by month in Ladysmith in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Ladysmith, by calendar month
MonthRevenue per listing
JanuaryCA$1,900
FebruaryCA$2,030
MarchCA$2,940
AprilCA$2,390
MayCA$3,060
JuneCA$4,530
JulyCA$6,440
AugustCA$7,410
SeptemberCA$3,500
OctoberCA$2,990
NovemberCA$2,380
DecemberCA$2,350

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Ladysmith?

Guests book Ladysmith stays 60 days ahead on average (about nine weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 71 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 25 days. A typical August booking is made in early June.

August 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 60 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 Ladysmith

98% of the 46 active listings in Ladysmith 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 Ladysmith.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Ladysmith

AirROI's area guide picks eight Ladysmith neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Ladysmith Waterfront, Downtown Ladysmith and Sugarloaf Mountain. 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 Ladysmith
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
Ladysmith WaterfrontA picturesque area with beautiful views of the ocean, perfect for tourists looking for a serene spot close to nature. Great for water activities and leisurely walks.Ladysmith Marina, Ladysmith Community Marina, Transfer Beach Park, Ladysmith Historic Townsite, Fisherman’s Wharf
Downtown LadysmithThe heart of the town, featuring charming shops and restaurants. It offers a walkable area that appeals to visitors who want to experience local culture and dining.Ladysmith Museum, Local artisan shops, Coffee shops and cafes, Nearby parks, Ladysmith waterfront trail
Sugarloaf MountainA popular hiking destination with stunning views and access to nature trails, attracting outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.–
Transfer BeachA family-friendly beach area perfect for swimming and picnicking, popular among families and beachgoers looking for a relaxing day by the water.Transfer Beach, Playgrounds, Picnic areas, Beach access, Water sports opportunities
Ladysmith Golf ClubFor golf enthusiasts, this location offers a well-regarded golf course and tranquil scenery, catering to visitors looking to play golf during their stay.Ladysmith Golf Course, Clubhouse, Scenic ocean and mountain views
Nearby Cowichan ValleyA short drive away, known for wineries and beautiful landscapes, attracting tourists interested in wine tours and rural charm.Cowichan Valley wineries, Scenic drives, Farmers markets, Hiking and outdoor activities
SaltairA quaint seaside community just north of Ladysmith, offering a quiet retreat with beautiful views and access to nature.Saltair Beach, Lakeside trails, Peaceful residential areas, Local parks
ChemainusFamous for its murals and vibrant arts scene, this nearby town offers cultural experiences and artistic attractions, just a short drive from Ladysmith.Murals of Chemainus, Chemainus Theatre, Local artists' shops, Waterfront views, Historic sites

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

Listings

Ladysmith Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 85% of listings in Ladysmith, alongside 7 private-room listings (15%). Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 39%, about 1.5 times the share of other property types (26%).

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

Ladysmith Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 85%
  • Private room 15%
Room types in numbers
Ladysmith Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home84.8%39
Private room15.2%7

Listings by property type

Ladysmith Airbnb listings by property type

  • Apartment/Condo 39%
  • Others 26%
  • House 26%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 4%
  • Hotel/Boutique 4%
Property types in numbers
Ladysmith Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
Apartment/Condo39.1%18
Others26.1%12
House26.1%12
Cabin/Outdoor4.3%2
Hotel/Boutique4.3%2

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Ladysmith Have?

One- and two-bedroom homes are equally common in Ladysmith (39% of entire homes each), followed by three-bedroom homes (13%). Shares are of the 38 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Ladysmith 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
Ladysmith entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homes with a bedroom countEntire homes
Studio2.6%1
1 bedroom39.5%15
2 bedrooms39.5%15
3 bedrooms13.2%5
4 bedrooms2.6%1
5+ bedrooms2.6%1

What Each Home Size Earns in Ladysmith

A typical one-bedroom home in Ladysmith earned CA$29,700 over the past year, against CA$30,200 for a two-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Ladysmith
Home sizeListingsTypical annual revenue (median)Average annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
1 bedroom15CA$29,700CA$27,500CA$19549%
2 bedrooms15CA$30,200CA$36,000CA$29048%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Ladysmith Sleep?

The most common capacity in Ladysmith is six guests (34% of listings), and 44% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 41 listings with a guest capacity on file (89% of the market).

Ladysmith 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
Ladysmith listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listings with a capacity on fileListings
2 guests26.8%11
3 guests7.3%3
4 guests17.1%7
5 guests4.9%2
6 guests34.1%14
8+ guests9.8%4

How Ladysmith Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Ladysmith hosts set up an average of 2.4 beds per listing. Only 41% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
11
Beds per listing
2.4
Show exact location
41%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Ladysmith Offer?

Fireplaces are common in Ladysmith: 48% of listings have one, and 67% have a dedicated workspace.

Share of Ladysmith listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi Nearly all
  • TV Nearly all
  • Heating Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm 98%
  • Hot water 93%
  • Bed linens 91%
  • Hangers 91%
  • Coffee maker 87%
  • Fire extinguisher 87%
  • Dishes and silverware 85%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Ladysmith?

Most Ladysmith guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 27% of those who left reviews live outside Canada, led by visitors from the United States and Germany. English is spoken by 61% of guests, and French by 13%.

73% of Ladysmith guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 73%
  • International 27%

Where Ladysmith guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Vancouver 11%
  • Victoria 9%
  • Calgary 4%
  • Edmonton 3%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Ladysmith guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Vancouver11.2%
Victoria9.2%
Calgary4.1%
Edmonton2.8%

Where Ladysmith guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Canada 73%
  • United States 14%
  • Germany 4%
  • United Kingdom 3%
  • Australia 1%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Ladysmith guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
Canada73.2%
United States14.2%
Germany3.6%
United Kingdom3.4%
Australia1.1%

Languages spoken by Ladysmith guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 61%
  • French 13%
  • Spanish 6%
  • German 5%
  • Chinese 2%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Ladysmith guests
LanguageShare of guests
English61.4%
French12.5%
Spanish5.7%
German5.0%
Chinese1.8%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Ladysmith?

Ladysmith Airbnbs average 4.91 stars, and 65% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.83. Listings here carry long review histories, about 81 reviews each on average.

Communication scores highest in Ladysmith; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.92
  • Cleanliness 4.89
  • Communication 4.95
  • Location 4.91
  • Check-in 4.92
  • Value 4.83
Category scores in numbers
Ladysmith guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.92
Cleanliness4.89
Communication4.95
Location4.91
Check-in4.92
Value4.83

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Ladysmith: Stays, Rules and Fees

About three-quarters of Ladysmith listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 28% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 28% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Ladysmith listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 46%
  • 181-270 days 28%
  • 91-180 days 24%
  • 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Ladysmith listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days45.7%21
181-270 days28.3%13
91-180 days23.9%11
31-90 days2.2%1

Days a year Ladysmith listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 2%
  • 181-270 days 26%
  • 91-180 days 28%
  • 31-90 days 28%
  • 1-30 days 15%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Ladysmith listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days2.2%1
181-270 days26.1%12
91-180 days28.3%13
31-90 days28.3%13
1-30 days15.2%7

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Ladysmith?

The average Ladysmith booking lasts 5.4 nights, longest in March and shortest in July. Listings took about 27 bookings each over the year, some 1,150 in all. Nearly half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Ladysmith

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Ladysmith Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

About two-thirds of listings in Ladysmith accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 9%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.

Minimum stay set by Ladysmith listings

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

  • 1 Night 26% 12 listings
  • 2 Nights 41% 19 listings
  • 3 Nights 15% 7 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 9% 4 listings
  • 30+ Nights 9% 4 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Ladysmith?

Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Ladysmith, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 30% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of Ladysmith listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 39% 18 listings
  • Moderate 22% 10 listings
  • Limited 9% 4 listings
  • Firm 30% 14 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Ladysmith?

Nearly eight in ten Ladysmith listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is CA$112, and some higher fees lift the average to CA$152. Spread over the average stay of 5.4 nights, that adds roughly CA$20 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
CA$112
Average cleaning fee
CA$152
Listings charging a fee
78.3%
Share of gross revenue
8.2%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Ladysmith

The top-grossing Airbnb in Ladysmith, a seven-bedroom home, took in CA$228,000 over the past year, about 6.7 times the city's average of CA$34,300.

Castle in the Sky - Mediterranean Villa Castle in the Sky - Mediterranean Villa Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.76
Revenue
CA$227,994
Occupancy
52.9%
Daily rate
CA$1,059
Sunrise Cove Sunrise Cove Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Revenue
CA$94,461
Occupancy
60.9%
Daily rate
CA$410
Ocean dock pool Villa Ocean dock pool Villa Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.33
Revenue
CA$93,444
Occupancy
29.3%
Daily rate
CA$1,044
Ocean View Home - Sleeps 8 - Pet Friendly Ocean View Home - Sleeps 8 - Pet Friendly Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.71
Revenue
CA$83,323
Occupancy
71.3%
Daily rate
CA$308
Ocean View Home - Sleeps 10 - Pet Friendly Ocean View Home - Sleeps 10 - Pet Friendly Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.60
Revenue
CA$66,603
Occupancy
57.2%
Daily rate
CA$303
"Inn of The Sea"
A Waterfront Paradise Resort "Inn of The Sea" A Waterfront Paradise Resort Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Revenue
CA$59,944
Occupancy
79.3%
Daily rate
CA$252

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Ladysmith?

Fewer than 1% of Ladysmith listings are classed as professionally managed, though 37% of listings have a co-host. 72% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 17% 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 78% of listings.

Superhosts
71.7%
Professional management
0.0%
Cohosted listings
37.0%
Instant Book enabled
17.4%
Simplified Pricing
78.3%

Nearby markets

Ladysmith vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 35 km, Area I (Youbou / Meade Creek) (30 km away, 44 listings) earned the most per listing, about 51% more than Ladysmith. Nanaimo was the busiest, booked on 53% of nights against 45% in Ladysmith.

Airbnb markets near Ladysmith: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Area H (North Oyster / Diamond) 5 km44CA$37,612CA$31044%
Area B (DeCourcy/Gabriola/Mudge) 18 km40CA$31,443CA$22640%
North Cowichan 21 km123CA$30,855CA$23747%
Nanaimo 26 km387CA$26,667CA$18853%
Lake Cowichan 27 km51CA$35,184CA$32739%
Area I (Youbou / Meade Creek) 30 km44CA$51,881CA$47639%
Area D (Cowichan Bay) 32 km37CA$37,406CA$24152%
Lantzville 35 km36CA$41,168CA$25751%

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FAQ

Ladysmith Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Ladysmith?

An active Ladysmith Airbnb grossed CA$34,267 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 46 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in CA$4,960 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Ladysmith?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Ladysmith listings earn between CA$1,730 and CA$4,960 in a typical month, and the top tenth CA$7,310 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 Ladysmith?

Listings in Ladysmith were booked on 45% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 48% for the British Columbia average. August is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Ladysmith?

The average booked night in Ladysmith cost CA$258 before fees. Half of listings charge between CA$120 and CA$285, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Ladysmith?

In Ladysmith, 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 Ladysmith?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Ladysmith Airbnb grossed CA$34,267 in the 12 months to September 2026, 24% below the British Columbia average of CA$45,117. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, CA$23,127 a year (about CA$1,930 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 CA$3,330 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Ladysmith?

August usually pays best, averaging CA$7,410 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Ladysmith?

Each night a Ladysmith listing was open to book earned CA$130 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 CA$253 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Ladysmith?

Ladysmith stays were booked 60 days (about nine 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 Ladysmith?

The average Ladysmith Airbnb stay lasted 5.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Ladysmith rated?

Guests rate Ladysmith Airbnbs 4.91 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Ladysmith?

Ladysmith Waterfront, Downtown Ladysmith and Sugarloaf Mountain draw the most short-term rental interest in Ladysmith. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Ladysmith?

AirROI counted 46 active Airbnb listings in Ladysmith as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Area H (North Oyster / Diamond), 5 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Ladysmith?

In Ladysmith, nearly eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is CA$112, and some higher fees lift the average to CA$152.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 46 active Airbnb listings in Ladysmith 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 Canadian dollars at CA$1.39 per US$, 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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