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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
St. Catharines, ON Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in St. Catharines brought in CA$32,564 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 12% more than the Ontario average of CA$29,187.
The short answer
St. Catharines Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged CA$249 a night, about 8% lower than the Ontario average of CA$270, and were booked on 43% of available nights, close to its 42%.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.5 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 314 active listings, St. Catharines is the 26th-largest of 282 Ontario markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 14% while the number of active listings grew 32%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in St. Catharines?
Gross bookings per St. Catharines listing averaged CA$32,564 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Ontario average: CA$29,187), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average St. Catharines listing brings in CA$7,200 in August, its best month, and CA$2,030 in February, its slowest. January runs within 4% of February, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 42% 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 3.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CA$9,190+ a month, about 3.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn CA$4,820 or more, roughly CA$2,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about CA$2,670 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CA$1,210 or less, about 45% 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 3.5 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average CA$7,610 CA$1,910
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$3,800. 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.
St. Catharines 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.
August 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in July 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | CA$4,247 | 48.1% | CA$232 | CA$142 | 51 days | 6.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | CA$3,577 | 46.7% | CA$221 | CA$115 | 45 days | 5.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | CA$2,825 | 45.0% | CA$209 | CA$94 | 34 days | 6.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | CA$2,973 | 41.6% | CA$215 | CA$96 | 33 days | 6.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | CA$2,070 | 32.2% | CA$207 | CA$67 | 32 days | 6.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | CA$1,906 | 31.1% | CA$204 | CA$68 | 22 days | 5.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | CA$2,450 | 37.0% | CA$207 | CA$79 | 31 days | 5.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | CA$2,968 | 38.5% | CA$215 | CA$99 | 46 days | 5.5 nights |
| May 2026 | CA$4,196 | 44.9% | CA$249 | CA$135 | 51 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | CA$5,874 | 55.9% | CA$281 | CA$196 | 58 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | CA$7,182 | 58.2% | CA$298 | CA$232 | 56 days | 5.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | CA$7,608 | 65.3% | CA$295 | CA$245 | 67 days | 4.2 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 St. Catharines listing earns about CA$2,670 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb income calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in St. Catharines Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average St. Catharines Airbnb took in CA$32,564 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about CA$1,850 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$3,370 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the CA$2,530 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about CA$2,060 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about CA$1,600 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.
St. Catharines Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | CA$30,034 | CA$54,170 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of St. Catharines bookings | CA$2,530 | CA$4,560 |
| Gross bookings | CA$32,564 | CA$58,730 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 77% of St. Catharines listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −CA$4,110 | −CA$7,420 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; CA$0 if you clean yourself | −CA$2,530 | −CA$4,560 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −CA$1,630 | −CA$2,940 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −CA$650 | −CA$1,170 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −CA$980 | −CA$1,760 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −CA$330 | −CA$330 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −CA$160 | −CA$160 |
| ManagementCA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | CA$0 | CA$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | CA$0 | CA$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | CA$0 | CA$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −CA$10,390 | −CA$18,340 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | CA$22,174about CA$1,850 a month | CA$40,390about CA$3,370 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own St. Catharines Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from St. Catharines'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 St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of St. Catharines listings are booked on 65% or more of their nights, against 45% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of CA$160 adds about CA$1,620 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge CA$260 a night or more, against a median of CA$160. 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$3,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about CA$7,200, against CA$2,030 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. St. Catharines listings average 4.82 stars, and 54% 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$2,710 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in St. Catharines?
St. Catharines listings were booked on 43% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Ontario average and 2 percentage points below the Canada average (45%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 34% in January to 64% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 80%+ of open nights, 35 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 65% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 45% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 24% or less, under two nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in St. Catharines, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 46% 65% 31%
The 12-month rate of 43% 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 St. Catharines?
The average nightly rate in St. Catharines, known as ADR (average daily rate), was CA$249 over the past year, about 8% below the Ontario average of CA$270 and about 11% below the Canada average of CA$280. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about CA$275 and bottom out in February and March at about CA$200.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 5.1 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge CA$505+ a night, about 3.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge CA$260 or more, about CA$100 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about CA$160 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge CA$99 or less, about 61% of the median.
July rates run 37% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average CA$298 CA$197
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$227. The 12-month ADR of CA$249 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 St. Catharines?
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 St. Catharines it averaged CA$120 over the past year, from about CA$68 in a typical January to about CA$232 in a typical August.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CA$278+ per open night, about 3.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn CA$142 or more, about CA$60 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about CA$81 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CA$35 or less, about 43% of the median.
August RevPAR is about 3.4 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average CA$245 CA$67
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$124.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in St. Catharines
St. Catharines has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to April. A listing earns about 2.7 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in St. Catharines
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average CA$7,200 CA$2,030
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, CA$3,800.
Revenue by month in St. Catharines in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | CA$2,100 |
| February | Low season | CA$2,030 |
| March | Low season | CA$2,460 |
| April | Low season | CA$2,980 |
| May | Shoulder season | CA$3,840 |
| June | High season | CA$5,290 |
| July | High season | CA$6,800 |
| August | High season | CA$7,200 |
| September | Shoulder season | CA$3,820 |
| October | Low season | CA$3,440 |
| November | Low season | CA$2,700 |
| December | Low season | CA$2,940 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | CA$6,430 | 58% | CA$270 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, September | CA$3,830 | 46% | CA$231 |
| Low seasonOctober–April | CA$2,660 | 40% | CA$208 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in St. Catharines?
Guests book St. Catharines stays 45 days ahead on average (about six weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 65 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 26 days. A typical August booking is made in mid-June.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 42 days 67 days 22 days
The 12-month figure of 45 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 St. Catharines
None of the 314 active listings in St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in St. Catharines
AirROI's area guide picks seven St. Catharines neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Port Dalhousie, Downtown St. Catharines and Montebello Park. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Port Dalhousie | Beautiful lakeside community known for its beach, marina, and historic carousel. Ideal for families and tourists looking to enjoy waterfront activities and local festivals. | Lakeside Park, Port Dalhousie Pier Marina, The Carousel, The Henley Rowing Course, Beach access |
| Downtown St. Catharines | The vibrant city center offering a mix of culture, dining, and shopping. Attracts visitors interested in urban experiences and cultural events. | Meridian Centre, St. Catharines Performing Arts Centre, Shopping District, Local eateries, Cultural festivals |
| Montebello Park | A picturesque neighborhood known for its Victorian homes and beautiful park. Great for visitors looking for a quiet, residential atmosphere close to downtown amenities. | Montebello Park, Historic homes, Local cafes, Walking trails |
| Vineland | Known for its wineries and picturesque rural landscape. Perfect for wine enthusiasts and those looking for a relaxing getaway in the Niagara region. | Vineland Estates Winery, Wine tasting tours, Scenic farmland, Local markets |
| Seaway Mall Area | A commercial district that caters to shoppers and visitors. Close to the Seaway Mall, it attracts guests looking for convenience and accessibility to various amenities. | Seaway Mall, Local restaurants, Cinemas, Shopping options |
| Grapeview | A residential area near the waterfront and parks, ideal for families and those looking for nature experiences. Attractions include parks and access to the waterfront. | Grapeview Park, Lakeside walks, Picnic areas |
| Lakeshore | A scenic area along Lake Ontario with beach access and parkland. Perfect for those looking to enjoy outdoor activities and relaxing lakeside views. | Lakeshore Beach, Walking trails, Parks, Marinas |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
St. Catharines Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 78% of listings in St. Catharines, but private rooms are a real segment: more than one listing in five (22%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 58%, about 2.3 times the share of apartments and condos (25%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
St. Catharines Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 78%
- Private room 22%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 77.7% | 244 |
| Private room | 22.3% | 70 |
Listings by property type
St. Catharines Airbnb listings by property type
- House 58%
- Apartment/Condo 25%
- Others 11%
- Hotel/Boutique 4%
- Cabin/Outdoor 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 57.6% | 181 |
| Apartment/Condo | 24.8% | 78 |
| Others | 10.8% | 34 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.5% | 14 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 2.2% | 7 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in St. Catharines Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in St. Catharines (32% of entire homes), and 40% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 238 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
St. Catharines entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
2%
32%
26%
25%
8%
7%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.1% | 5 |
| 1 bedroom | 32.4% | 77 |
| 2 bedrooms | 25.6% | 61 |
| 3 bedrooms | 25.2% | 60 |
| 4 bedrooms | 7.6% | 18 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.1% | 17 |
What Each Home Size Earns in St. Catharines
A typical one-bedroom home in St. Catharines earned CA$18,600 over the past year, against CA$119,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 77 | CA$18,600 | CA$21,100 | CA$165 | 45% |
| 2 bedrooms | 61 | CA$18,900 | CA$24,700 | CA$223 | 46% |
| 3 bedrooms | 60 | CA$35,700 | CA$47,000 | CA$315 | 47% |
| 4 bedrooms | 18 | CA$80,000 | CA$97,700 | CA$634 | 48% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 17 | CA$119,000 | CA$107,000 | CA$787 | 47% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in St. Catharines Sleep?
The most common capacity in St. Catharines is two guests (28% of listings), and 38% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 262 listings with a guest capacity on file (83% of the market).
St. Catharines listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
2%
28%
5%
23%
5%
15%
2%
21%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.5% | 4 |
| 2 guests | 27.9% | 73 |
| 3 guests | 4.6% | 12 |
| 4 guests | 23.3% | 61 |
| 5 guests | 5.0% | 13 |
| 6 guests | 14.5% | 38 |
| 7 guests | 2.3% | 6 |
| 8+ guests | 21.0% | 55 |
How St. Catharines Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
St. Catharines hosts set up an average of 2.5 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 23% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 11
- Beds per listing
- 2.5
- Show exact location
- 23%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in St. Catharines Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in St. Catharines: 97% of listings offer it, and 78% offer self check-in.
Share of St. Catharines listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in St. Catharines
Listings in St. Catharines with a sauna earned about 4.4 times as much a year, on average, as those without: CA$127,000 against CA$28,800. The gap is smaller for a hot tub (about 3.7 times as much) and beach essentials (about 3.2 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 St. Catharines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauna | 4% | CA$127,000 | CA$28,800 | +340% |
| Hot tub | 8% | CA$99,700 | CA$26,800 | +273% |
| Beach essentials | 4% | CA$94,300 | CA$29,900 | +216% |
| Self check-in | 78% | CA$38,100 | CA$13,000 | +193% |
| Outdoor furniture | 45% | CA$50,700 | CA$17,600 | +189% |
| Waterfront | 9% | CA$78,200 | CA$28,100 | +178% |
| EV charger | 4% | CA$81,200 | CA$30,800 | +164% |
| Gym | 4% | CA$80,500 | CA$30,700 | +162% |
| BBQ grill | 47% | CA$47,300 | CA$19,300 | +146% |
| Pool | 7% | CA$71,900 | CA$29,600 | +143% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in St. Catharines?
St. Catharines splits its demand between home and abroad: 36% of guests who left reviews live outside Canada, led by visitors from the United States and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 62% of guests, and French by 14%.
64% of St. Catharines guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 64%
- International 36%
Where St. Catharines guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Toronto | 16.3% |
| Ottawa | 3.5% |
| Montreal | 2.5% |
| London | 2.3% |
| Hamilton | 2.1% |
Where St. Catharines guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Canada | 63.5% |
| United States | 26.3% |
| United Kingdom | 2.0% |
| France | 1.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% |
Languages spoken by St. Catharines guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 62.2% |
| French | 13.6% |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| German | 2.0% |
| Chinese | 1.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in St. Catharines?
St. Catharines Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 54% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.76, against 4.91 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in St. Catharines; 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 | 4.84 |
| Cleanliness | 4.80 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.82 |
| Check-in | 4.91 |
| Value | 4.76 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in St. Catharines: Stays, Rules and Fees
About eight in ten St. Catharines listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 22% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 33% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year St. Catharines listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 46%
- 181-270 days 33%
- 91-180 days 19%
- 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 46.2% | 145 |
| 181-270 days | 32.8% | 103 |
| 91-180 days | 18.8% | 59 |
| 31-90 days | 2.2% | 7 |
Days a year St. Catharines listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 20%
- 91-180 days 33%
- 31-90 days 28%
- 1-30 days 17%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.2% | 7 |
| 181-270 days | 19.7% | 62 |
| 91-180 days | 33.4% | 105 |
| 31-90 days | 28.0% | 88 |
| 1-30 days | 16.6% | 52 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in St. Catharines?
The average St. Catharines booking lasts 6.4 nights, longest in January and shortest in August. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 7,330 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in St. Catharines
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.7 nights 7.4 nights 4.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
St. Catharines Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About two-thirds of listings in St. Catharines accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in St. Catharines, used by 33% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Nearly half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 43% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of St. Catharines listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in St. Catharines?
About nine in ten St. Catharines listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is CA$99, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to CA$281, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 6.4 nights, that adds roughly CA$15 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- CA$99
- Average cleaning fee
- CA$281
- Listings charging a fee
- 89.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 7.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in St. Catharines
The top-grossing Airbnb in St. Catharines, a seven-bedroom home, took in CA$258,000 over the past year, about 7.9 times the city's average of CA$32,600. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have four bedrooms.
Stunning Waterfront Estate with private beach Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.77 
Luxury Lakefront Villa with Sauna sleeps 10ppl Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- CA$202,666
- Occupancy
- 44.1%
- Daily rate
- CA$1,217
Sorella Farms Retreat: Hot Tub | Sauna | Firepit Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- CA$196,565
- Occupancy
- 68.1%
- Daily rate
- CA$765
Vineyard Sunset House | Views | Hot Tub | Sauna Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- CA$183,634
- Occupancy
- 66.0%
- Daily rate
- CA$724
Lakeview Villa w Hot tub, fire table & Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- CA$176,324
- Occupancy
- 42.4%
- Daily rate
- CA$899
*NEW Stunning Waterfront Mansion | Hot Tub | Falls Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- CA$171,339
- Occupancy
- 37.8%
- Daily rate
- CA$1,418
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in St. Catharines?
Grace is the top-grossing host in St. Catharines, with CA$810,000 in bookings across 6 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 10% of the market's 314 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grace | 6 | CA$809,511 | CA$134,918 | 4.87/5 | |
| Travelluxe | 3 | CA$418,205 | CA$139,402 | 4.88/5 | |
| Alex Account 1 | 6 | CA$358,871 | CA$59,812 | 4.92/5 | |
| 4 | Carissa | 2 | CA$335,680 | CA$167,840 | 4.91/5 |
| 5 | Hosam | 2 | CA$267,876 | CA$133,938 | 4.95/5 |
| 6 | Gary | 1 | CA$257,949 | CA$257,949 | 4.77/5 |
| 7 | Adriana | 6 | CA$216,679 | CA$36,113 | 4.98/5 |
| 8 | Alex Account 2 | 3 | CA$214,610 | CA$71,537 | 4.60/5 |
| 9 | Spencer & Ashley | 1 | CA$171,110 | CA$171,110 | 4.87/5 |
| 10 | Karl | 1 | CA$165,542 | CA$165,542 | 4.89/5 |
Account numbers mark separate host accounts that share a display name.
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in St. Catharines?
Only 4% of St. Catharines listings are classed as professionally managed, though 42% of listings have a co-host. 62% 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 21% 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 77% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 62.4%
- Professional management
- 4.5%
- Cohosted listings
- 41.7%
- Instant Book enabled
- 20.7%
- Simplified Pricing
- 77.1%
Nearby markets
St. Catharines vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 26 km, Niagara-on-the-Lake (14 km away) earned the most per listing, about 73% more than St. Catharines.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorold 10 km | 256 | CA$32,425 | CA$245 | 43% |
| Lincoln 13 km | 122 | CA$41,533 | CA$334 | 41% |
| Niagara-on-the-Lake 14 km | 451 | CA$56,480 | CA$412 | 42% |
| Pelham 15 km | 36 | CA$29,131 | CA$315 | 38% |
| Niagara Falls 16 km | 1,143 | CA$29,463 | CA$266 | 37% |
| Town of Lewiston United States · 17 km | 54 | CA$38,934 | CA$363 | 40% |
| Welland 21 km | 101 | CA$18,360 | CA$219 | 36% |
| Grimsby 26 km | 64 | CA$30,310 | CA$266 | 43% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Ontario
- Toronto Airbnb data 11,027 listings
- Ottawa Airbnb data 1,789 listings
- Mississauga Airbnb data 1,643 listings
- Brampton Airbnb data 882 listings
- Hamilton Airbnb data 881 listings
- Richmond Hill Airbnb data 827 listings
- London Airbnb data 817 listings
- The Blue Mountains Airbnb data 639 listings
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Markets Similar to St. Catharines
Markets elsewhere in Canada with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to St. Catharines:
- Surrey Airbnb data BC · CA$238/night · 44.0%
- Saint-Alexis-des-Monts Airbnb data QC · CA$277/night · 43.6%
- Orford Airbnb data QC · CA$230/night · 44.7%
- Fernie Airbnb data BC · CA$284/night · 43.7%
- Delta Airbnb data BC · CA$223/night · 44.3%
- Gaspé Airbnb data QC · CA$225/night · 44.8%
FAQ
St. Catharines Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in St. Catharines?
An active St. Catharines Airbnb grossed CA$32,564 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 314 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in CA$4,820 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in St. Catharines?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of St. Catharines listings earn between CA$1,210 and CA$4,820 in a typical month, and the top tenth CA$9,190 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in St. Catharines?
Listings in St. Catharines were booked on 43% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Ontario average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in St. Catharines?
The average booked night in St. Catharines cost CA$249 before fees. Half of listings charge between CA$99 and CA$260, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in St. Catharines?
None of the active St. Catharines 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 St. Catharines?
Yes, when it's run well. The average St. Catharines Airbnb grossed CA$32,564 in the 12 months to September 2026, 12% above the Ontario average of CA$29,187. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, CA$22,174 a year (about CA$1,850 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$3,370 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in St. Catharines?
August usually pays best, averaging CA$7,200 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in St. Catharines?
Each night a St. Catharines listing was open to book earned CA$120 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$278 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in St. Catharines?
St. Catharines stays were booked 45 days (about six 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 St. Catharines?
The average St. Catharines Airbnb stay lasted 6.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in St. Catharines rated?
Guests rate St. Catharines Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in St. Catharines?
Port Dalhousie, Downtown St. Catharines and Montebello Park draw the most short-term rental interest in St. Catharines. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in St. Catharines?
AirROI counted 314 active Airbnb listings in St. Catharines as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Thorold, 10 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in St. Catharines?
In St. Catharines, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is CA$99, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to CA$281, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 314 active Airbnb listings in St. Catharines 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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