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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Cologne, Germany Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cologne brought in €15,881 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 37% more than the North Rhine-Westphalia average of €11,587.
The short answer
Cologne Airbnb Market at a Glance
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the North Rhine-Westphalia average. Listings averaged €153 a night and were booked on 42% of available nights, against €120 and 38% for the North Rhine-Westphalia average.
August, usually the best month, brings in about 57% more per listing than January, usually the slowest.
With 2,247 active listings, Cologne is the largest of 222 North Rhine-Westphalia markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 10% while the number of active listings grew 13%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cologne?
Gross bookings per Cologne listing averaged €15,881 over the 12 months to September 2026 (North Rhine-Westphalia average: €11,587), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Cologne listing brings in €2,210 in August, its best month, and €1,410 in January, its slowest. December runs within 4% of August, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 29% 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 3.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €3,980+ a month, about 2.6 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €2,610 or more, roughly €1,100 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €1,560 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €775 or less, about half 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 1.6 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €2,380 €1,390
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €1,880. 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.
Cologne 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 nightly rate; bookings peaked in December 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | €2,105 | 50.1% | €151 | €70 | 59 days | 5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | €2,133 | 46.4% | €154 | €69 | 91 days | 4.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | €1,910 | 47.4% | €151 | €64 | 61 days | 4.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | €2,174 | 50.1% | €150 | €70 | 47 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | €1,428 | 35.8% | €149 | €46 | 42 days | 5.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | €1,565 | 40.9% | €154 | €56 | 60 days | 4.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | €1,820 | 43.6% | €152 | €59 | 37 days | 5.1 nights |
| Apr 2026 | €1,696 | 40.5% | €154 | €57 | 61 days | 4.3 nights |
| May 2026 | €2,116 | 46.0% | €157 | €68 | 46 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | €2,311 | 48.7% | €162 | €77 | 63 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | €2,281 | 43.3% | €160 | €74 | 63 days | 5.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | €2,382 | 44.7% | €169 | €77 | 88 days | 4.1 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 Cologne address, run it through the Airbnb profit calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cologne Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cologne Airbnb took in €15,881 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about €900 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 €1,530 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the €960 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about €980 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about €780 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.
Cologne Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | €14,921 | €25,030 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay6% of Cologne bookings | €960 | €1,600 |
| Gross bookings | €15,881 | €26,630 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 91% of Cologne listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −€2,280 | −€3,820 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; €0 if you clean yourself | −€960 | −€1,600 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −€790 | −€1,330 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −€320 | −€530 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −€480 | −€800 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −€160 | −€160 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −€80 | −€80 |
| 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 | −€5,070 | −€8,320 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | €10,811about €900 a month | €18,310about €1,530 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cologne Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cologne'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 Cologne home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Cologne's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cologne listings are booked on 69% or more of their nights, against 41% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of €120 adds about €1,190 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge €170 a night or more, against a median of €120. 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 €1,490 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about €2,210, against €1,410 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Cologne listings average 4.77 stars, and 36% 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 €2,220 a month, against €1,320 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cologne?
Cologne listings were booked on 42% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the North Rhine-Westphalia average (38%) and 5 points above the Germany average (37%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 52% in September and falls to 35% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.4 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 86%+ of open nights, 45 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 69% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 41% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 19% or less, under two nights a week.
September is usually the busiest month in Cologne, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 45% 53% 35%
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 Cologne?
The average nightly rate in Cologne, known as ADR (average daily rate), was €153 over the past year, about 27% above the North Rhine-Westphalia average of €120 and about 18% above the Germany average of €130. In a typical year, rates peak in August at about €160 and bottom out in September and November at about €135.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge €265+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge €170 or more, about €50 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about €120 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge €86 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
August rates run 20% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €169 €118
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €146.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Cologne?
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 Cologne it averaged €61 over the past year, from about €46 in a typical January to about €71 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €115+ per open night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €77 or more, about €30 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €48 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €29 or less, about 61% of the median.
August RevPAR is about 1.6 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €77 €45
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €62.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cologne
Cologne has two high seasons, June–August and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in January and February and slows again in April.
Average revenue by month in Cologne
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average €2,210 €1,410
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, €1,880.
Revenue by month in Cologne in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | €1,410 |
| February | Low season | €1,510 |
| March | Shoulder season | €1,850 |
| April | Low season | €1,650 |
| May | Shoulder season | €1,950 |
| June | High season | €2,110 |
| July | High season | €2,050 |
| August | High season | €2,210 |
| September | Shoulder season | €1,980 |
| October | Shoulder season | €1,930 |
| November | Shoulder season | €1,840 |
| December | High season | €2,130 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August, December | €2,130 | 47% | €153 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, May, September–November | €1,910 | 48% | €141 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, April | €1,520 | 39% | €147 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cologne?
Guests book Cologne stays 60 days ahead on average (about nine weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 87 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 35 days. A typical August booking is made in mid-May.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 56 days 91 days 29 days
The 12-month figure of 60 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Cologne
99% of the 2,247 active listings in Cologne display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Cologne.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cologne
AirROI's area guide picks eight Cologne neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Altstadt-Nord, Belgisches Viertel and Ehrenfeld. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Altstadt-Nord | The historic center of Cologne, known for its beautiful architecture, historic churches, and vibrant atmosphere. Ideal for tourists who want to experience the heart of the city. | Cologne Cathedral, Old Town, Museum Ludwig, Hohenzollern Bridge, Rheinauhafen |
| Belgisches Viertel | A trendy neighborhood filled with boutiques, cafes, and bars. Popular with young travelers and locals alike for its relaxed vibe and cultural offerings. | Apostelnstraße, Stadtgarten, Brussels Square, Design shops, Trendy cafes and bars |
| Ehrenfeld | A multicultural district with a mix of old and new. Known for its street art, music scene, and hip cafes. Attracts a young, artistic crowd. | Landschaftspark Ehrenfeld, Club Bahnhof Ehrenfeld, Ehrenfelder Strasse, Street Art Tour, Local markets |
| Deutz | This district provides a modern side of Cologne with access to the Kölnmesse exhibition grounds and beautiful views of the cathedral and Rhine River. | Koelnmesse, Rheinpark, Flora und Botanischer Garten, Deutzer Brücke, Heumarkt |
| Südstadt | A residential area with a cozy atmosphere, known for its charming streets and local restaurants. Great for families and longer stays. | Kwartier Latäng, Alter Markt, Chlodwigplatz, Local boutiques, Hamburger Straße nightlife |
| Rodenkirchen | A serene suburb located by the Rhine River, known for its green spaces and a more relaxed pace. Perfect for families and nature lovers. | Rodenkirchen Park, Rhine promenade, Local dining options, Brühl Palace, Schnellenstraße |
| Lindenthal | An upscale residential area with a good mix of leisure and business. Ideally situated for those wanting city access with a suburban feel. | Bürgerpark, Paradiesgarten, Local shops, University of Cologne, Gustav-Heinemann-Straße restaurants |
| Nippes | A developing area known for its independent shops and cafes, drawing a diverse crowd from across the city. Popular among younger generations. | Marktplatz Nippes, Hilmersdorfplatz, Local art venues, Theater im Bauturm, Nippeser Bürgerhaus |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Cologne Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 74% of listings in Cologne, but private rooms are a real segment: more than one listing in four (26%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos account for 86% of the stock; houses come next at 7%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Cologne Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 74%
- Private room 26%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 73.7% | 1,656 |
| Private room | 26.3% | 590 |
| Shared room | 0.0% | 1 |
Apartments dominate the property mix
Cologne Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 86%
- House 7%
- Hotel/Boutique 5%
- Others <1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 86.5% | 1,943 |
| House | 7.1% | 160 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 5.3% | 120 |
| Others | 0.9% | 20 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.2% | 4 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Cologne Have?
Cologne's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 75% of entire homes, and only 6% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 1,570 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Cologne entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
8%
68%
18%
5%
1%
1%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 7.6% | 120 |
| 1 bedroom | 67.8% | 1,067 |
| 2 bedrooms | 18.2% | 286 |
| 3 bedrooms | 4.6% | 72 |
| 4 bedrooms | 1.1% | 17 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 0.7% | 11 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Cologne
A typical studio in Cologne earned €14,900 over the past year, against €32,400 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 120 | €14,900 | €16,300 | €138 | 46% |
| 1 bedroom | 1,067 | €11,400 | €14,600 | €147 | 42% |
| 2 bedrooms | 286 | €22,400 | €27,900 | €225 | 46% |
| 3 bedrooms | 72 | €25,500 | €28,300 | €299 | 42% |
| 4 bedrooms | 17 | €46,300 | €55,900 | €443 | 45% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 11 | €32,400 | €36,800 | €490 | 42% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Cologne Sleep?
Most Cologne listings are sized for couples and small families: 84% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 4% take eight or more. Shares are of the 1,790 listings with a guest capacity on file (80% of the market).
Cologne listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
5%
46%
15%
18%
6%
6%
1%
4%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 4.7% | 84 |
| 2 guests | 46.0% | 823 |
| 3 guests | 15.0% | 268 |
| 4 guests | 17.8% | 319 |
| 5 guests | 5.6% | 100 |
| 6 guests | 5.9% | 106 |
| 7 guests | 1.3% | 24 |
| 8+ guests | 3.6% | 64 |
How Cologne Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Cologne hosts set up an average of 1.9 beds per listing. About three in ten listings (31%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 9
- Beds per listing
- 1.9
- Show exact location
- 31%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Cologne Offer?
Air conditioning is the exception rather than the rule: only 12% of listings have it.
Share of Cologne listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Cologne
Listings in Cologne with a gym earned about 2.6 times as much a year, on average, as those without: €41,100 against €15,600. The gap is smaller for arcade games (about 2.5 times as much) and a sauna (about 2.2 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 Cologne 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym | 1% | €41,100 | €15,600 | +163% |
| Arcade games | 0.8% | €38,700 | €15,700 | +147% |
| Sauna | 0.4% | €35,000 | €15,800 | +122% |
| Life size games | 1.0% | €30,900 | €15,700 | +96% |
| River view | 0.9% | €28,900 | €15,800 | +83% |
| Smart lock | 5% | €26,300 | €15,300 | +72% |
| Self check-in | 38% | €20,500 | €13,000 | +57% |
| Air conditioning | 12% | €22,000 | €15,100 | +46% |
| Outdoor furniture | 17% | €20,800 | €14,900 | +40% |
| Paid parking off premises | 21% | €20,400 | €14,700 | +39% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Cologne?
Cologne splits its demand between home and abroad: 54% of guests who left reviews live outside Germany, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and the United States. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 39%, followed by German and French.
54% of Cologne guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 54%
- Domestic 46%
Where Cologne guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Berlin | 4.8% |
| Cologne | 3.2% |
| Hamburg | 2.5% |
| Munich | 2.1% |
| London | 1.7% |
Where Cologne guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Germany | 46.4% |
| United Kingdom | 7.8% |
| United States | 7.7% |
| France | 5.9% |
| Netherlands | 5.2% |
Languages spoken by Cologne guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 39.4% |
| German | 24.9% |
| French | 9.9% |
| Spanish | 7.8% |
| Dutch | 2.9% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Cologne?
Cologne Airbnbs average 4.77 stars, and 36% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.61, against 4.87 for host communication and check-in.
Communication and check-in score highest in Cologne; 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 | 4.81 |
| Cleanliness | 4.73 |
| Communication | 4.87 |
| Location | 4.77 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.61 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Cologne: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than three-quarters of Cologne listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 24% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 29% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Cologne listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 50%
- 181-270 days 26%
- 91-180 days 15%
- 31-90 days 7%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 50.4% | 1,132 |
| 181-270 days | 26.3% | 592 |
| 91-180 days | 15.3% | 344 |
| 31-90 days | 7.2% | 162 |
| 1-30 days | 0.8% | 17 |
Days a year Cologne listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 8%
- 181-270 days 16%
- 91-180 days 27%
- 31-90 days 29%
- 1-30 days 20%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 8.5% | 190 |
| 181-270 days | 15.7% | 353 |
| 91-180 days | 26.6% | 598 |
| 31-90 days | 29.1% | 653 |
| 1-30 days | 20.2% | 453 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Cologne?
The average Cologne booking lasts 5.3 nights, longest in July and shortest in April. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 52,900 in all. 55% of 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 Cologne
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.7 nights 5.7 nights 4.3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Cologne Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than seven in ten listings in Cologne accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Cologne 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 Cologne?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Cologne, used by 35% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 55% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 40% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Cologne listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Cologne?
More than seven in ten Cologne listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is €36, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to €78, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 5.3 nights, that adds roughly €7 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 6% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- €36
- Average cleaning fee
- €78
- Listings charging a fee
- 72.3%
- Share of gross revenue
- 6.0%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Cologne
The top-grossing Airbnb in Cologne, a four-bedroom home, took in €165,000 over the past year, about 10 times the city's average of €15,900.
Family Mansion in Cologne Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98 
Mediterranean flair near cathedral for 9, terrace Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- €139,989
- Occupancy
- 76.0%
- Daily rate
- €470
Exclusive 300 sqm villa right on the Rhine & close to the city! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- €134,102
- Occupancy
- 78.9%
- Daily rate
- €572
Luxury design house right next to Köln Cathedral. Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- €130,281
- Occupancy
- 51.6%
- Daily rate
- €690
Classy Stay - Luxury Loft at the Cathedral | Rooftop Terrace Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.84 - Revenue
- €122,608
- Occupancy
- 40.6%
- Daily rate
- €665
Cologne Maisonette | Near Dom | 3 Bedrooms Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.82 - Revenue
- €110,991
- Occupancy
- 76.1%
- Daily rate
- €390
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Cologne?
Gaby is the top-grossing host in Cologne, with €587,000 in bookings across 33 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 7% of the market's 2,247 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Johannes grossed €93,500 per listing, about 5.3 times Gaby's €17,800.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaby | 33 | €586,753 | €17,780 | 4.58/5 | |
| Firat | 53 | €557,170 | €10,513 | 4.14/5 | |
| Marcel | 8 | €481,529 | €60,191 | 4.89/5 | |
| 4 | Johannes | 5 | €467,627 | €93,525 | 4.82/5 |
| 5 | Severine | 6 | €405,577 | €67,596 | 4.90/5 |
| 6 | Helina | 26 | €402,897 | €15,496 | 4.47/5 |
| 7 | Domloge Lofts & Apartments | 13 | €347,952 | €26,766 | 4.67/5 |
| 8 | Bircan | 9 | €328,166 | €36,463 | 4.31/5 |
| 9 | Rainer | 5 | €250,701 | €50,140 | 4.58/5 |
| 10 | Kristin | 7 | €245,747 | €35,107 | 4.88/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Cologne?
Only 4% of Cologne listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 38% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 18% 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 91% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 37.6%
- Professional management
- 4.4%
- Cohosted listings
- 19.7%
- Instant Book enabled
- 18.2%
- Simplified Pricing
- 90.7%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Cologne
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Cologne, and companies run 5% of its 2,247 active listings. Homerent Immobilien is the largest, with 79 listings; the next largest are Domloge Lofts & Apartments and APC Grundbesitzverwaltung.
The three largest run 4% of Cologne's listings
Share of Cologne's 2,247 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Homerent Immobilien 4% · 79
- Domloge Lofts & Apartments <1% · 13
- APC Grundbesitzverwaltung <1% · 6
- All other listings 96%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026.
See the largest management companies in North Rhine-Westphalia, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Cologne vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 16 km, Pulheim (13 km away, 92 listings) earned the most per listing, about 28% more than Cologne. Hürth was the busiest, booked on 46% of nights against 42% in Cologne.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hürth 8 km | 111 | €13,873 | €116 | 46% |
| Frechen 12 km | 79 | €13,807 | €117 | 45% |
| Leverkusen 13 km | 190 | €10,751 | €102 | 38% |
| Langenfeld (Rheinland) 13 km | 64 | €7,558 | €85 | 38% |
| Pulheim 13 km | 92 | €20,364 | €141 | 43% |
| Bergisch Gladbach 13 km | 184 | €13,634 | €176 | 36% |
| Brühl 13 km | 54 | €12,438 | €90 | 45% |
| Rösrath 16 km | 58 | €14,108 | €118 | 41% |
Other Airbnb Markets in North Rhine-Westphalia
- Dusseldorf Airbnb data 1,393 listings
- Essen Airbnb data 1,036 listings
- Winterberg Airbnb data 659 listings
- Duisburg Airbnb data 592 listings
- Wuppertal Airbnb data 471 listings
- Dortmund Airbnb data 464 listings
- Bonn Airbnb data 418 listings
- Bielefeld Airbnb data 408 listings
See all 222 North Rhine-Westphalia Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Cologne
Markets elsewhere in Germany with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Cologne:
- Radolfzell am Bodensee Airbnb data Germany · €153/night · 42.9%
- Überlingen Airbnb data Germany · €156/night · 40.3%
- Pfronten Airbnb data Germany · €144/night · 41.3%
- Füssen Airbnb data Germany · €158/night · 43.3%
- Baden-Baden Airbnb data Germany · €140/night · 40.4%
- Potsdam Airbnb data Germany · €142/night · 39.8%
FAQ
Cologne Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cologne?
An active Cologne Airbnb grossed €15,881 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 2,247 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in €2,610 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cologne?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cologne listings earn between €775 and €2,610 in a typical month, and the top tenth €3,980 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 Cologne?
Listings in Cologne were booked on 42% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 38% for the North Rhine-Westphalia average. September is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cologne?
The average booked night in Cologne cost €153 before fees. Half of listings charge between €86 and €170, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cologne?
In Cologne, 99% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Cologne?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cologne Airbnb grossed €15,881 in the 12 months to September 2026, 37% above the North Rhine-Westphalia average of €11,587. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, €10,811 a year (about €900 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 €1,530 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cologne?
August usually pays best, averaging €2,210 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Cologne?
Each night a Cologne listing was open to book earned €61 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 €115 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cologne?
Cologne stays were booked 60 days (about nine weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Cologne?
The average Cologne Airbnb stay lasted 5.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Cologne rated?
Guests rate Cologne Airbnbs 4.77 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cologne?
Altstadt-Nord, Belgisches Viertel and Ehrenfeld draw the most short-term rental interest in Cologne. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cologne?
AirROI counted 2,247 active Airbnb listings in Cologne as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Hürth, 8 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cologne?
In Cologne, more than seven in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is €36, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to €78, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 2,247 active Airbnb listings in Cologne 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 euros at €0.86 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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