Airbnb market data · 202612 months to July 2026
Machalilla, Ecuador Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Machalilla brought in US$1,765 over the 12 months through July 2026, across just 21 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Machalilla run through July 2026.
The short answer
Machalilla Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged $55 a night and were booked on 15% of available nights.
Timing matters: in July, the best month, the average listing earned about 4.4 times as much as in November, the slowest. With only 21 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 21 active listings, Machalilla is the 20th-largest of 21 Manabí markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Machalilla?
Gross bookings per Machalilla listing averaged $1,765 over the 12 months to July 2026 (Manabí average: $5,184), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Machalilla listing brought in $465 in July, its best month, and $105 in November, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 42% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Machalilla's 21 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $681+ a month, about 7 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $162 or more, roughly $65 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $97 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $65 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earned about 4.4 times what November did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
Machalilla Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the July 2026 data.
July led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | $274 | 19.8% | $51 | $9 | 26 days | 3.3 nights |
| Sep 2025 | $291 | 10.0% | $52 | $10 | 15 days | 2.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $152 | 10.3% | $52 | $5 | 14 days | 1.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $105 | 6.3% | $51 | $3 | 29 days | 1.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $351 | 19.2% | $51 | $11 | 37 days | 2.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $160 | 9.1% | $49 | $5 | 27 days | 1.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $144 | 14.0% | $51 | $5 | 8 days | 1.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $270 | 14.3% | $56 | $9 | 14 days | 2.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $407 | 21.0% | $58 | $14 | 12 days | 2.3 nights |
| May 2026 | $182 | 11.0% | $60 | $6 | 7 days | 2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $135 | 22.6% | $59 | $4 | 27 days | 2.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $465 | 23.0% | $62 | $15 | 36 days | 4.1 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Machalilla home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Machalilla Profitable?
Yes, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Machalilla Airbnb took in $1,765 in the 12 months to July 2026, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing in the top quarter, run by its owner at everyday costs, keeps about $180 a month after running costs.
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.
Machalilla Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $1,715 | $2,860 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Machalilla bookings | $50 | $80 |
| Gross bookings | $1,765 | $2,940 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Machalilla listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$240 | −$400 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$50 | −$80 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$90 | −$150 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$40 | −$60 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$50 | −$90 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$20 | −$20 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$10 | −$10 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$500 | −$810 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $1,265about $110 a month | $2,130about $180 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Machalilla Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Machalilla'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 Machalilla 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 Machalilla's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Machalilla listings are booked on 19% or more of their nights, against 13% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $20 adds about $202 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $53 a night or more, against a median of $20. 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 $170 a year.
- Open for the busy months. July brought the average listing about $465, against $105 in November, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Machalilla listings average 4.80 stars, and 33% 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 $250 a month, against $150 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Machalilla?
Machalilla listings were booked on 15% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the Manabí average (21%) and 11 points below the Ecuador average (26%). Occupancy climbs to 23% in July and falls to 6% in November.
Across Machalilla's 21 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 26%+ of open nights, 13 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 19% or more, roughly one and a half nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 13% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 9% or less, less than one night a week.
July was the busiest month in Machalilla, November the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Machalilla?
The average nightly rate in Machalilla, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $55 over the past year, about 48% below the Manabí average of $105 and about 31% below the Ecuador average of $80. Rates peak in July at about $62 and bottom out in January at about $49.
Across Machalilla's 21 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $200+ a night, about 9.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $53 or more, about $35 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $20 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $17 or less, about 15% below the median.
July rates ran 26% above January's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Machalilla?
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 Machalilla it averaged $9 over the past year, from about $3 in November to about $15 in July.
Across Machalilla's 21 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $28+ per open night, about 9.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $5 or more.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $3 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $3 or less, about 9% below the median.
July RevPAR was about 4.3 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month
The 12-month RevPAR of $9 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 Machalilla
With only 21 active listings, the monthly pattern in Machalilla is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in July and bottomed out in November.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Machalilla?
Guests book Machalilla stays 30 days ahead on average (about four weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 37 days ahead, and May stays closest to arrival, about 7 days. A typical December booking is made in early November.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 30 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 Machalilla
None of the 21 active listings in Machalilla 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 Machalilla.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Machalilla
AirROI's area guide picks seven Machalilla neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Machalilla National Park, Las Nuñez Beach and Cerro de Hojas. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Machalilla National Park | A protected area with stunning beaches, diverse wildlife, and rich biodiversity, making it a perfect spot for eco-tourism and nature lovers. | La Playita Beach, Los Frailes Beach, Whale watching, Hiking trails, Biodiversity tours |
| Las Nuñez Beach | A serene beach destination that offers a laid-back atmosphere and beautiful scenery, ideal for visitors looking to escape the crowds. | Calm waters, Deserted beaches, Fishing, Local markets, Sunset views |
| Cerro de Hojas | A scenic hilltop area offering panoramic views of the ocean and surrounding landscape, suitable for adventure and nature enthusiasts. | Hiking opportunities, Birdwatching, Photography spots, Stargazing, Natural beauty |
| Pueblo de Puerto López | The charming village setting where visitors can immerse themselves in local culture, artisan crafts, and warm hospitality. | Local art and crafts, Cultural events, Traditional festivals, Community tours, Dining experiences |
| Los Frailes Beach | Considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Ecuador, it offers pristine environments and is perfect for sunbathing and swimming. | Soft sandy beaches, Clear waters, Wildlife observation, Scenic views, Relaxation spots |
| Jama Beach | A lesser-known but stunning beach area that offers tranquility and unspoiled nature, drawing those who prefer a more secluded experience. | Secluded beaches, Natural surroundings, Wildlife viewing, Relaxing atmosphere, Surf spots |
| San Vicente | A quaint area with historical significance and access to beautiful coastal views, appealing for cultural tourism and beach lovers. | Cultural history, Art galleries, Beachfront walks, Local dining, Community events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Machalilla vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 38 km, Curia (33 km away, 32 listings) earned the most per listing, about 10.2 times as much as Machalilla. Ayampe was the busiest, booked on 28% of nights against 15% in Machalilla.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puerto López 11 km | 156 | $2,605 | $61 | 20% |
| Puerto Cayo 15 km | 33 | $3,638 | $106 | 16% |
| Parroquia Salango 21 km | 239 | $7,219 | $105 | 24% |
| Ayampe 22 km | 48 | $7,125 | $109 | 28% |
| La Entrada 29 km | 35 | $12,696 | $210 | 24% |
| Curia 33 km | 32 | $17,984 | $254 | 21% |
| Olón 36 km | 153 | $8,982 | $166 | 22% |
| Montecristi 38 km | 46 | $3,735 | $131 | 17% |
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- Pedernales Airbnb data 68 listings
- Canoa Airbnb data 66 listings
- Jama Airbnb data 62 listings
- Charapotó Airbnb data 59 listings
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FAQ
Machalilla Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Machalilla?
An active Machalilla Airbnb grossed US$1,765 on average in the 12 months to July 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 21 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in US$162 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Machalilla?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Machalilla listings earn between US$65 and US$162 in a typical month, and the top tenth US$681 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 Machalilla?
Listings in Machalilla were booked on 15% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 21% for the Manabí average. July was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Machalilla?
The average booked night in Machalilla cost US$55 before fees. Half of listings charge between US$17 and US$53; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Machalilla?
None of the active Machalilla 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 Machalilla?
It can be, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Machalilla Airbnb grossed US$1,765 in the 12 months to July 2026, 66% below the Manabí average of US$5,184, though with only 21 active listings a single property can move that figure, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, keeps about US$180 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Machalilla?
July paid best over the past year, at US$465 per active listing, and November paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Machalilla?
Each night a Machalilla listing was open to book earned US$9 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 US$28 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Machalilla?
Machalilla stays were booked 30 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 Machalilla?
The average Machalilla Airbnb stay lasted 2.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 9 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Machalilla rated?
Guests rate Machalilla Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and accuracy lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Machalilla?
Machalilla National Park, Las Nuñez Beach and Cerro de Hojas draw the most short-term rental interest in Machalilla. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Machalilla?
AirROI counted 21 active Airbnb listings in Machalilla as of July 2026. The closest tracked market is Puerto López, 11 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Machalilla?
In Machalilla, more than four in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is US$3; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 21 active Airbnb listings in Machalilla from August 2025 to July 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.