Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Giessen, Germany Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Giessen brought in €8,882 over the 12 months through October 2026, across just 28 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
The short answer
Giessen Airbnb Market at a Glance
Giessen is cheaper but busier than the Hessen average. Listings averaged €85 a night and were booked on 42% of available nights, against €99 and 38% for the Hessen average.
Timing matters: in November, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.8 times as much as in February, the slowest. With only 28 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 28 active listings, Giessen is the fifth-largest of 6 Hessen markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Giessen?
Gross bookings per Giessen listing averaged €8,882 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Hessen average: €8,928), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Giessen listing brought in €2,400 in November, its best month, and €869 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 34% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Giessen's 28 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €2,240+ a month, about twice the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €1,770 or more, roughly €610 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €1,160 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €726 or less, about 62% 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.
November earned about 2.8 times what February did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2025 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €1,360.
Giessen 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.
November 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in May 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | €957 | 36.6% | €85 | €31 | 26 days | 3.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | €2,398 | 70.0% | €85 | €80 | 34 days | 5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | €1,412 | 50.7% | €84 | €46 | 8 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | €937 | 34.1% | €82 | €30 | 24 days | 3.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | €869 | 39.3% | €81 | €31 | 25 days | 4.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | €1,457 | 53.0% | €83 | €47 | 29 days | 3.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | €1,185 | 43.8% | €87 | €39 | 28 days | 3.8 nights |
| May 2026 | €1,396 | 47.1% | €89 | €45 | 49 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | €1,211 | 47.0% | €84 | €40 | 41 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | €1,612 | 54.3% | €83 | €52 | 57 days | 5.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | €1,392 | 48.7% | €85 | €45 | 62 days | 3.2 nights |
| Sep 2026 | €1,460 | 49.8% | €82 | €49 | 46 days | 3.1 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 Giessen address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Giessen Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Giessen Airbnb took in €8,882 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about €480 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 €740 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the €790 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about €550 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about €410 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.
Giessen Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | €8,092 | €12,310 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Giessen bookings | €790 | €1,200 |
| Gross bookings | €8,882 | €13,510 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 93% of Giessen listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −€1,300 | −€1,970 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; €0 if you clean yourself | −€790 | −€1,200 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −€440 | −€680 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −€180 | −€270 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −€270 | −€410 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −€90 | −€90 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −€40 | −€40 |
| 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 | −€3,110 | −€4,660 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | €5,772about €480 a month | €8,850about €740 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Giessen Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Giessen'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 Giessen 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 Giessen's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Giessen listings are booked on 66% or more of their nights, against 49% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of €81 adds about €806 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge €100 a night or more, against a median of €81. 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 €810 a year.
- Open for the busy months. November brought the average listing about €2,400, against €869 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Giessen listings average 4.69 stars, and 21% 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 €1,130 a month, against €740 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Giessen?
Giessen listings were booked on 42% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the Hessen average (38%) and 4 points above the Germany average (38%). Occupancy swings from 34% in January to 70% in November.
Across Giessen's 28 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 76%+ of open nights, 27 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 66% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 49% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 26% or less, under two nights a week.
November was the busiest month in Giessen, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2025 to September 2026
The 12-month rate of 42% 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 Giessen?
The average nightly rate in Giessen, known as ADR (average daily rate), was €85 over the past year, about 14% below the Hessen average of €99 and about 39% below the Germany average of €140. Rates barely change through the year, staying between about €81 and €89.
Across Giessen's 28 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge €125+ a night, about 1.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge €100 or more, about €19 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about €81 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge €56 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
Average nightly rate by month in Giessen
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2025 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €84.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Giessen?
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 Giessen it averaged €37 over the past year, from about €30 in January to about €80 in November.
Across Giessen's 28 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €70+ per open night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €40 or more, about €7 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €33 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €21 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
November RevPAR was about 2.6 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2025 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €45. The 12-month RevPAR of €37 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 Giessen
With only 28 active listings, the monthly pattern in Giessen is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in November and bottomed out in February.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Giessen?
Guests book Giessen stays 38 days ahead on average (about five weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 62 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 8 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, October 2025 to September 2026
The 12-month figure of 38 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 Giessen
None of the 28 active listings in Giessen 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 Giessen.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Giessen
AirROI's area guide picks eight Giessen neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by City Center, Wieseck and Licher Strasse. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| City Center | The heart of Giessen, with easy access to shops, restaurants, and cultural sites. It is ideal for both tourists and business travelers. | Giessen Botanical Garden, Giessen Old Cemetery, Mathematikum, Town Hall, Schnüffel-Oase |
| Wieseck | A peaceful residential area with parks and green spaces. Attractive for families and longer-term stays. | Wieseck River, Parks and walking paths, Local shops |
| Licher Strasse | A vibrant area with many cafes and shops, popular among young people and students due to its proximity to the university. | Local cafes, Shopping stores, University of Giessen |
| Murksheimer Gärten | A charming neighborhood known for its historic buildings and proximity to nature, perfect for serene stays. | Murksheimer Park, Nature trails, Historic architecture |
| Wetzlarer Strasse | A busy commercial street with a mix of residential and business properties, excellent for short visits and travelers. | Shopping opportunities, Restaurants, Cafes |
| Schutzenplatz | A vibrant area known for its community events and markets, attracting locals and visitors alike. | Local market, Cultural events, Community park |
| Rudolf-Breitscheid-Str. | Features various amenities and is close to public transport, making it convenient for guests. | Public transport access, Local amenities, Dining options |
| Burggräfler Str. | A quiet street offering a suburban feel while still being close to city attractions, suitable for families and longer stays. | Parks, Suburban shops, Family-friendly environment |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Giessen vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: Gießen (65 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 45 km, Marburg (26 km away) earned the most per listing, about 50% more than Giessen.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wetzlar 12 km | 64 | €9,415 | €108 | 36% |
| Butzbach 17 km | 40 | €5,892 | €69 | 40% |
| Bad Nauheim 24 km | 53 | €9,012 | €86 | 40% |
| Marburg 26 km | 171 | €13,308 | €96 | 47% |
| Biedenkopf 39 km | 32 | €8,775 | €128 | 33% |
| Bad Homburg vor der Höhe 39 km | 63 | €7,816 | €123 | 35% |
| Oberursel 43 km | 55 | €10,640 | €103 | 42% |
| Bad Vilbel 45 km | 47 | €10,688 | €105 | 42% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Hessen
- Dreieich Airbnb data 44 listings
- Heusenstamm Airbnb data 33 listings
- Viernheim Airbnb data 31 listings
See all 6 Hessen Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Giessen
Markets elsewhere in Germany with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Giessen:
- Karlsruhe Airbnb data Germany · €94/night · 42.2%
- Brunswick Airbnb data Germany · €94/night · 42.7%
- Bochum Airbnb data Germany · €93/night · 41.4%
- Erlangen Airbnb data Germany · €91/night · 44.2%
- Göttingen Airbnb data Germany · €86/night · 45.7%
- Villingen-Schwenningen Airbnb data Germany · €98/night · 41.7%
FAQ
Giessen Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Giessen?
An active Giessen Airbnb grossed €8,882 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 28 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in €1,770 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Giessen?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Giessen listings earn between €726 and €1,770 in a typical month, and the top tenth €2,240 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 Giessen?
Listings in Giessen were booked on 42% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the Hessen average. November was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Giessen?
The average booked night in Giessen cost €85 before fees. Half of listings charge between €56 and €100, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Giessen?
None of the active Giessen 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 Giessen?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Giessen Airbnb grossed €8,882 in the 12 months to October 2026, in line with the Hessen average, though with only 28 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, €5,772 a year (about €480 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 €740 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Giessen?
November paid best over the past year, at €2,400 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Giessen?
Each night a Giessen listing was open to book earned €37 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 €70 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Giessen?
Giessen stays were booked 38 days (about five 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 Giessen?
The average Giessen Airbnb stay lasted 4.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Giessen rated?
Guests rate Giessen Airbnbs 4.69 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Giessen?
City Center, Wieseck and Licher Strasse draw the most short-term rental interest in Giessen. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Giessen?
AirROI counted 28 active Airbnb listings in Giessen as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Wetzlar, 12 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Giessen?
In Giessen, more than eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about €36.
How many tourists visit Giessen, Germany?
All of Germany had 37.4 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, UN Tourism reports, via Our World in Data. AirROI estimates 605 Airbnb stays in Giessen, Germany in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Germany tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 28 active Airbnb listings in Giessen 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 euros at €0.86 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.