5 Min to Beach | Private Pool & Cold Plunge Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- ₡62.2M
- Occupancy
- 73.6%
- Daily rate
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Playa Santa Teresa, Costa Rica Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa brought in ₡9,937,985 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 19% more than the Provincia de Puntarenas average of ₡8,324,538.
The short answer
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb Market at a Glance
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the Provincia de Puntarenas average. Listings averaged ₡115,466 a night and were booked on 39% of available nights, against ₡90,000 and 36% for the Provincia de Puntarenas average.
Timing matters: in October, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.5 times as much as in September, the slowest. With only 43 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 43 active listings, Playa Santa Teresa is the fifth-largest of 6 Provincia de Puntarenas markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Playa Santa Teresa?
Gross bookings per Playa Santa Teresa listing averaged ₡9,937,985 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Provincia de Puntarenas average: ₡8,324,538), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Playa Santa Teresa listing brought in ₡2,490,000 in October, its best month, and ₡705,000 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 37% 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 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ₡3,080,000+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₡1,980,000 or more, roughly ₡940,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ₡1,040,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₡634,000 or less, about 61% 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.
October earned about 3.5 times what September did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2025 to September 2026
Monthly average ₡2,490,000 ₡705,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡1,520,000.
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
October 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in December 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | ₡2,493,765 | 74.2% | ₡122,421 | ₡80,444 | 37 days | 4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | ₡1,647,142 | 47.8% | ₡127,657 | ₡54,905 | 15 days | 2.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | ₡1,949,068 | 48.6% | ₡134,745 | ₡62,873 | 15 days | 7.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | ₡1,750,921 | 47.0% | ₡130,844 | ₡56,481 | 32 days | 7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | ₡2,061,518 | 59.2% | ₡123,963 | ₡73,626 | 36 days | 7.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | ₡2,108,009 | 50.6% | ₡123,119 | ₡68,000 | 26 days | 5.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | ₡1,419,952 | 40.7% | ₡117,457 | ₡47,332 | 21 days | 5.5 nights |
| May 2026 | ₡1,102,178 | 36.5% | ₡104,266 | ₡35,554 | 31 days | 6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | ₡746,481 | 31.0% | ₡98,268 | ₡24,883 | 25 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | ₡1,107,607 | 38.4% | ₡100,605 | ₡35,729 | 30 days | 5.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | ₡1,099,135 | 42.0% | ₡99,279 | ₡35,456 | 16 days | 6.2 nights |
| Sep 2026 | ₡704,506 | 25.6% | ₡96,101 | ₡23,484 | 17 days | 3.7 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Playa Santa Teresa address, run it through the Airbnb income calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb took in ₡9,937,985 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about ₡591,000 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 ₡1,135,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the ₡280,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about ₡614,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about ₡510,000 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.
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | ₡9,657,985 | ₡18,363,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Playa Santa Teresa bookings | ₡280,000 | ₡533,000 |
| Gross bookings | ₡9,937,985 | ₡18,896,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 91% of Playa Santa Teresa listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −₡1,425,000 | −₡2,709,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ₡0 if you clean yourself | −₡280,000 | −₡533,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₡497,000 | −₡945,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₡199,000 | −₡378,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₡298,000 | −₡567,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₡99,000 | −₡99,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₡50,000 | −₡50,000 |
| Management₡0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | ₡0 | ₡0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | ₡0 | ₡0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | ₡0 | ₡0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −₡2,848,000 | −₡5,281,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₡7,089,985about ₡591,000 a month | ₡13,615,000about ₡1,135,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Playa Santa Teresa'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 Playa Santa Teresa 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 Playa Santa Teresa's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Playa Santa Teresa listings are booked on 64% or more of their nights, against 42% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of ₡73,700 adds about ₡737,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge ₡135,000 a night or more, against a median of ₡73,700. 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 ₡966,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. October brought the average listing about ₡2,490,000, against ₡705,000 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Playa Santa Teresa listings average 4.80 stars, and 35% 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 ₡1,575,000 a month, against ₡828,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Playa Santa Teresa?
Playa Santa Teresa listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the Provincia de Puntarenas average (36%) and 3 points above the Costa Rica average (36%). Occupancy swings from 26% in September to 74% in October.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 36 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 64% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 42% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 25% or less, under two nights a week.
October was the busiest month in Playa Santa Teresa, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2025 to September 2026
Monthly average 45% 74% 26%
The 12-month rate of 39% 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 Playa Santa Teresa?
The average nightly rate in Playa Santa Teresa, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₡115,466 over the past year, about 28% above the Provincia de Puntarenas average of ₡90,000 and about 6% above the Costa Rica average of ₡109,000. Rates peak in December at about ₡135,000 and bottom out in September at about ₡96,100.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge ₡222,000+ a night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge ₡135,000 or more, about ₡61,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about ₡73,700 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge ₡49,100 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
December rates ran 40% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2025 to September 2026
Monthly average ₡135,000 ₡96,100
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡115,000.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa?
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 Playa Santa Teresa it averaged ₡46,000 over the past year, from about ₡23,500 in September to about ₡80,400 in October.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ₡95,600+ per open night, about 3.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₡57,700 or more, about ₡28,000 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ₡30,100 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₡20,900 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
October RevPAR was about 3.4 times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2025 to September 2026
Monthly average ₡80,400 ₡23,500
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡49,900. The 12-month RevPAR of ₡46,000 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 Playa Santa Teresa
With only 43 active listings, the monthly pattern in Playa Santa Teresa is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in October and bottomed out in September.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa?
Guests book Playa Santa Teresa stays 25 days ahead on average (about four weeks). October stays are booked furthest out, about 37 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 15 days. A typical October booking is made in early September.
October stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2025 to September 2026
Monthly average 25 days 37 days 15 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Playa Santa Teresa
None of the 43 active listings in Playa Santa Teresa 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 Playa Santa Teresa.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa
AirROI's area guide picks five Playa Santa Teresa neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Playa Carmen, Central Santa Teresa and La Lora. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Playa Carmen | This junction where the road from Cobano hits the coast serves as the primary commercial hub, catering to travellers who prefer walking to ATMs, pharmacies, board rentals, and casual eateries. The consistent beach break attracts beginner and intermediate surf camp students throughout the year. | Playa Carmen Beach Break, Plaza Carmen, Banana Beach Club, Super Ronny's #1, Road to Cobano Intersection |
| Central Santa Teresa | Situated around the main paved strip, this section accommodates remote workers, couples, and social groups seeking immediate access to coffee shops, pilates studios, and evening dining. Accommodations book up reliably due to the short walk to sandy beach trails. | Playa Santa Teresa, House of Somos, Selina Santa Teresa North, El Facon Grill, Chiringuito Beach Bar |
| La Lora | Experienced surfers choose this northern stretch for its fast, hollow wave peaks and direct access paths through the beachfront tree line. Guests are primarily surf-focused travellers and private villa renters who want proximity to open sand away from vehicle crossroads. | La Lora Amarilla, Playa La Lora Surf Break, La Lora Beach Access Trail, Roca Mar Break, Maramar Community Gate |
| Santa Teresa Hills | Set on the steep ridge overlooking the Pacific, this sector targets luxury travellers and multi-family parties renting multi-room villas with infinity pools and ocean sunsets. Guests rely on rental four-wheel-drive vehicles or utility-task vehicles to reach the coastline down below. | Calle Buenos Aires, Nautilus Boutique Hotel Shala, Cuesta Las Piedras, Santiago Valley Viewpoint, Mirador Ocean Vista Point |
| Playa Hermosa | Located at the far northern fringe, this wide flat bay is the standard destination for beginner lessons, longboarders, and families with young children seeking gentler whitewater. Accommodations consist largely of private compounds and boutique retreats removed from dense traffic. | Playa Hermosa Tide Pools, Pranamar Oceanfront Villas, Hermosa Surf Spot, Playa Hermosa School, Punta Hermosa |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 77% of listings in Playa Santa Teresa, alongside 7 private-room listings (16%). Houses are the most common property type at 51%, about 1.8 times the share of apartments and condos (28%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 77%
- Private room 16%
- Hotel room 7%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 76.7% | 33 |
| Private room | 16.3% | 7 |
| Hotel room | 7.0% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb listings by property type
- House 51%
- Apartment/Condo 28%
- Hotel/Boutique 16%
- Cabin/Outdoor 5%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 51.2% | 22 |
| Apartment/Condo | 27.9% | 12 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 16.3% | 7 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 4.7% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Playa Santa Teresa Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Playa Santa Teresa (42% of entire homes), and 30% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 33 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Playa Santa Teresa entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
6%
42%
21%
24%
3%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 6.1% | 2 |
| 1 bedroom | 42.4% | 14 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.2% | 7 |
| 3 bedrooms | 24.2% | 8 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.0% | 1 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.0% | 1 |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Playa Santa Teresa Sleep?
Most Playa Santa Teresa listings are sized for couples and small families: 71% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 11% take eight or more. Shares are of the 38 listings with a guest capacity on file (88% of the market).
Playa Santa Teresa listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
32%
21%
18%
16%
3%
11%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 31.6% | 12 |
| 3 guests | 21.1% | 8 |
| 4 guests | 18.4% | 7 |
| 6 guests | 15.8% | 6 |
| 7 guests | 2.6% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 10.5% | 4 |
How Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Playa Santa Teresa hosts set up an average of 2.2 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. 56% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 29
- Beds per listing
- 2.2
- Show exact location
- 56%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Playa Santa Teresa Offer?
Pools are common in Playa Santa Teresa: 60% of listings have one, and 84% offer free parking on site.
Share of Playa Santa Teresa listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Playa Santa Teresa?
Playa Santa Teresa runs on foreign visitors: 76% of guests who left reviews live outside Costa Rica. The United States leads with 29% of reviewers, ahead of Canada at 9%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 43%, followed by Spanish and German.
76% of Playa Santa Teresa guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 76%
- Domestic 24%
Where Playa Santa Teresa guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| San José | 8.7% |
| New York | 3.2% |
| Toronto | 2.7% |
| Paris | 2.3% |
| Amsterdam | 2.3% |
Where Playa Santa Teresa guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 29.3% |
| Costa Rica | 23.7% |
| Canada | 9.5% |
| Germany | 6.5% |
| France | 4.7% |
Languages spoken by Playa Santa Teresa guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 42.5% |
| Spanish | 27.6% |
| German | 8.8% |
| French | 7.5% |
| Portuguese | 3.5% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Playa Santa Teresa?
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnbs average 4.80 stars, and 35% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.74.
Communication scores highest in Playa Santa Teresa; 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 | 4.78 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.85 |
| Location | 4.78 |
| Check-in | 4.81 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Playa Santa Teresa: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten Playa Santa Teresa listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 12% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 33% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Playa Santa Teresa listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 58%
- 181-270 days 30%
- 91-180 days 9%
- 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 58.1% | 25 |
| 181-270 days | 30.2% | 13 |
| 91-180 days | 9.3% | 4 |
| 31-90 days | 2.3% | 1 |
Days a year Playa Santa Teresa listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 9%
- 91-180 days 30%
- 31-90 days 33%
- 1-30 days 26%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.3% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 9.3% | 4 |
| 91-180 days | 30.2% | 13 |
| 31-90 days | 32.6% | 14 |
| 1-30 days | 25.6% | 11 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa?
The average Playa Santa Teresa booking lasts 6.3 nights, longest in February and shortest in November. Listings took about 14 bookings each over the year. About eight in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Playa Santa Teresa
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.5 nights 7.9 nights 2.7 nights
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About nine in ten listings in Playa Santa Teresa accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Playa Santa Teresa 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 Playa Santa Teresa?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Playa Santa Teresa, used by 53% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 37% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Playa Santa Teresa listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Playa Santa Teresa?
More than six in ten Playa Santa Teresa listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is ₡11,526, and some higher fees lift the average to ₡15,983. Spread over the average stay of 6.3 nights, that adds roughly ₡1,820 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- ₡11,526
- Average cleaning fee
- ₡15,983
- Listings charging a fee
- 62.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 2.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Playa Santa Teresa
The top-grossing Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa, a three-bedroom home, took in ₡62,200,000 over the past year, about 6.3 times the city's average of ₡9,940,000. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
5 Min to Beach | Private Pool & Cold Plunge Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98 
Villa Shemesh -Jungle ocean view Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.76 - Revenue
- ₡40.9M
- Occupancy
- 48.3%
- Daily rate
- ₡251,851
Santa teresa villa Canope ocean view & Pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.76 - Revenue
- ₡25.9M
- Occupancy
- 37.5%
- Daily rate
- ₡248,908
Santa teresa villa Cali Ocean & Jungle View Pool Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- ₡20.9M
- Occupancy
- 50.3%
- Daily rate
- ₡189,637
Jungle Design Bungalow 2 min to the beach Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- ₡18.5M
- Occupancy
- 63.0%
- Daily rate
- ₡95,777
Akwa Garden View Room shared pool steps to beach Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.84 - Revenue
- ₡17.5M
- Occupancy
- 44.0%
- Daily rate
- ₡115,491
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Playa Santa Teresa?
Only 12% of Playa Santa Teresa listings are classed as professionally managed, though 58% of listings have a co-host. 65% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 91% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 65.1%
- Professional management
- 11.6%
- Cohosted listings
- 58.1%
- Instant Book enabled
- 58.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 90.7%
Nearby markets
Playa Santa Teresa vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 43 km, Punta Islita (35 km away, 40 listings) earned the most per listing, about twice as much as Playa Santa Teresa.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Teresa 0 km | 67 | ₡12,389,067 | ₡147,602 | 39% |
| Cóbano 2 km | 1,530 | ₡15,531,054 | ₡140,424 | 38% |
| Puntarenas 24 km | 230 | ₡8,128,596 | ₡87,109 | 32% |
| Playa San Miguel 25 km | 30 | ₡11,557,812 | ₡117,418 | 34% |
| Paquera 27 km | 226 | ₡6,952,022 | ₡85,634 | 30% |
| Punta Islita 35 km | 40 | ₡19,761,096 | ₡220,368 | 33% |
| Bejuco 39 km | 31 | ₡11,330,980 | ₡108,381 | 33% |
| Puerto Carrillo 43 km | 60 | ₡15,524,600 | ₡119,289 | 36% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Provincia de Puntarenas
- Jaco Airbnb data 171 listings
- Monte Verde Airbnb data 103 listings
- Osa Airbnb data 91 listings
- Ojochal Airbnb data 30 listings
See all 6 Provincia de Puntarenas Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Playa Santa Teresa
Markets elsewhere in Costa Rica with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Playa Santa Teresa:
- Quepos Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡124,255/night · 39.8%
- Sardinal Airbnb data Provincia de Guanacaste · ₡121,212/night · 37.4%
- Uvita Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡98,861/night · 39.4%
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- Savegre Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡135,011/night · 34.9%
FAQ
Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Playa Santa Teresa?
An active Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb grossed ₡9,937,985 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 43 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₡1,980,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Playa Santa Teresa listings earn between ₡634,000 and ₡1,980,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₡3,080,000 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 Playa Santa Teresa?
Listings in Playa Santa Teresa were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 36% for the Provincia de Puntarenas average. October was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Playa Santa Teresa?
The average booked night in Playa Santa Teresa cost ₡115,466 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₡49,100 and ₡135,000, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa?
None of the active Playa Santa Teresa 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 Playa Santa Teresa?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb grossed ₡9,937,985 in the 12 months to October 2026, 19% above the Provincia de Puntarenas average of ₡8,324,538. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, ₡7,089,985 a year (about ₡591,000 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 ₡1,135,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Playa Santa Teresa?
October paid best over the past year, at ₡2,490,000 per active listing, and September paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Playa Santa Teresa?
Each night a Playa Santa Teresa listing was open to book earned ₡46,000 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 ₡95,600 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Playa Santa Teresa?
Playa Santa Teresa stays were booked 25 days (about four 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 Playa Santa Teresa?
The average Playa Santa Teresa Airbnb stay lasted 6.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 14 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Playa Santa Teresa rated?
Guests rate Playa Santa Teresa Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Playa Santa Teresa?
Playa Carmen, Central Santa Teresa and La Lora draw the most short-term rental interest in Playa Santa Teresa. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Playa Santa Teresa?
AirROI counted 43 active Airbnb listings in Playa Santa Teresa as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Cóbano, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Playa Santa Teresa?
In Playa Santa Teresa, more than six in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is ₡11,526, and some higher fees lift the average to ₡15,983.
How many tourists visit Playa Santa Teresa, Costa Rica?
All of the Costa Rica had 2.9 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, UN Tourism reports, via Our World in Data. AirROI estimates 623 Airbnb stays in Playa Santa Teresa, Costa Rica in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Costa Rica tourism statistics.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 43 active Airbnb listings in Playa Santa Teresa from November 2025 to October 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 Costa Rican colóns at ₡461 per US$, the typical rate from November 2025 to October 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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