Modern boho | 145 sqm | 9 guests | Family-friendly Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- €61,381
- Occupancy
- 56.4%
- Daily rate
- €274
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Kiel, Germany Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Kiel brought in €10,997 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 7% more than the Schleswig-Holstein average of €10,303.
The short answer
Kiel Airbnb Market at a Glance
Kiel is cheaper but busier than the Schleswig-Holstein average. Listings averaged €91 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights, against €150 and 32% for the Schleswig-Holstein average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.5 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 446 active listings, Kiel is the sixth-largest of 115 Schleswig-Holstein markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 9% while the number of active listings grew 27%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Kiel?
Gross bookings per Kiel listing averaged €10,997 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Schleswig-Holstein average: €10,303), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Kiel listing brings in €1,930 in July, its best month, and €773 in January, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads June by 3%, and January sits just 2% below February, so either pair can swap places in a given year. 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 2.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €2,520+ a month, about twice the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €1,880 or more, roughly €670 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €1,210 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €656 or less, about 54% 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 earns about 2.5 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €2,120 €715
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €1,280. 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.
Kiel 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.
July 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in June 2026 and bookings in August 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | €1,424 | 57.2% | €86 | €47 | 52 days | 4.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | €1,249 | 50.4% | €85 | €40 | 43 days | 5.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | €1,131 | 49.1% | €83 | €38 | 39 days | 6.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | €1,197 | 43.7% | €84 | €39 | 39 days | 5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | €831 | 34.2% | €82 | €27 | 31 days | 6.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | €821 | 39.6% | €80 | €29 | 28 days | 6.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | €1,011 | 42.4% | €82 | €33 | 28 days | 6.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | €1,049 | 43.4% | €85 | €35 | 37 days | 5.7 nights |
| May 2026 | €1,496 | 51.0% | €93 | €48 | 51 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | €2,054 | 55.4% | €107 | €68 | 83 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | €2,124 | 58.3% | €101 | €69 | 57 days | 6.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | €2,001 | 62.5% | €99 | €65 | 62 days | 5.2 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Kiel market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb profit calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Kiel Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kiel Airbnb took in €10,997 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about €600 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 €940 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the €970 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about €680 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about €520 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.
Kiel Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | €10,027 | €15,600 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Kiel bookings | €970 | €1,500 |
| Gross bookings | €10,997 | €17,100 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 91% of Kiel listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −€1,580 | −€2,450 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; €0 if you clean yourself | −€970 | −€1,500 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −€550 | −€850 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −€220 | −€340 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −€330 | −€510 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −€110 | −€110 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −€50 | −€50 |
| 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 | −€3,810 | −€5,810 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | €7,187about €600 a month | €11,290about €940 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Kiel Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Kiel'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 Kiel 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 Kiel's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Kiel listings are booked on 71% or more of their nights, against 50% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of €78 adds about €775 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge €100 a night or more, against a median of €78. 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 €1,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about €1,930, against €773 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Kiel listings average 4.79 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 €1,430 a month, against €920 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kiel?
Kiel listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 13 percentage points above the Schleswig-Holstein average (32%) and 8 points above the Germany average (37%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 35% in January to 63% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.4 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 85%+ of open nights, 35 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 71% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 50% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 25% or less, under two nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Kiel, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 51% 64% 34%
The 12-month rate of 45% 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 Kiel?
The average nightly rate in Kiel, known as ADR (average daily rate), was €91 over the past year, about 39% below the Schleswig-Holstein average of €150 and about 30% below the Germany average of €130. In a typical year, rates peak in June at about €100 and bottom out in October and November at about €77.
The top 10% charge about 2.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge €135+ a night, about 1.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge €100 or more, about €20 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about €78 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge €57 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
June rates run 30% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €107 €71
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €84. The 12-month ADR of €91 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Kiel?
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 Kiel it averaged €42 over the past year, from about €25 in a typical January to about €63 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €73+ per open night, about 1.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €55 or more, about €16 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €39 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €24 or less, about 61% of the median.
June RevPAR is about 2.5 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €69 €23
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €42.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Kiel
Kiel has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to April. A listing earns about 2.1 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Kiel
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average €1,930 €773
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, €1,280.
Revenue by month in Kiel in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | €773 |
| February | Low season | €787 |
| March | Low season | €1,010 |
| April | Low season | €1,060 |
| May | Shoulder season | €1,330 |
| June | High season | €1,880 |
| July | High season | €1,930 |
| August | High season | €1,850 |
| September | Shoulder season | €1,310 |
| October | Shoulder season | €1,200 |
| November | Low season | €1,060 |
| December | Low season | €1,120 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | €1,890 | 61% | €96 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, September–October | €1,280 | 54% | €81 |
| Low seasonNovember–April | €968 | 45% | €79 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Kiel?
Guests book Kiel stays 50 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). June stays are booked furthest out, about 87 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 25 days. A typical June booking is made in mid-March.
June stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 45 days 91 days 23 days
The 12-month figure of 50 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 Kiel
Fewer than 1% of the 446 active listings in Kiel 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 Kiel.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kiel
AirROI's area guide picks eight Kiel neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kieler Altstadt, Schilksee and Düsternbrook. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kieler Altstadt | The historic heart of Kiel, offering charming streets, cafes, and shops. A popular area for tourists who wish to explore the city's history and culture while being close to the waterfront. | Kiel City Hall, St. Nicholas Church, Old Market Square, Kiel Botanic Garden, Schleswig-Holstein Maritime Museum |
| Schilksee | This area is known for its beautiful beach and marina, attracting both tourists and locals looking for leisure and water sports. Ideal for vacation rentals catering to beachgoers and sailing enthusiasts. | Schilksee Beach, Kiel Sailing Center, Olympic Regatta Center, Promenade by the Sea |
| Düsternbrook | A tranquil and upscale residential area along the Kiel fjord, offering stunning views and a peaceful environment. Attractive to those looking for quality and serenity close to the city's center. | Düsternbrook Park, Kiel Fjord, Fjord-hiking trails, Kiel Maritime Museum |
| Kieler Förde | This scenic area along the fjord is perfect for water activities and offers great views of the Baltic Sea. Popular for beach houses and maritime experiences, especially in summer. | Fjord beaches, Water sports centers, Walking trails, Ferry rides to Laboe |
| Holtenau | A charming district near the Kiel Canal, known for its maritime history and proximity to the water. Attracts visitors interested in boating and the canal activities. | Kiel Canal, Holtenau Lighthouse, Boating tours, Local eateries and pubs |
| Kiel University Area | Home to a large student population, this area is vibrant and full of life. Ideal for short-term rentals targeting students and university visitors. | Kiel University, Cafes and Bistros, Student events, University library |
| Sehestedt | A quiet and pleasant village atmosphere along the fjord, offering a relaxing stay away from the city hustle. Great for families and nature lovers. | Nature reserves, Fjord promenades, Local market |
| Kiel Westshore | An upcoming area known for its modern developments and proximity to the beach. This location offers a mix of urban living with beach access. | Westshore Beach, Modern restaurants, Shopping facilities |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Kiel Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 81% of listings in Kiel, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in five (19%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos account for 85% of the stock; houses come next at 11%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Kiel Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 81%
- Private room 19%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 80.9% | 361 |
| Private room | 18.8% | 84 |
| Shared room | 0.2% | 1 |
Apartments dominate the property mix
Kiel Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 85%
- House 11%
- Hotel/Boutique 3%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Others <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 85.0% | 379 |
| House | 10.5% | 47 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.1% | 14 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.9% | 4 |
| Others | 0.4% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Kiel Have?
Kiel's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 75% of entire homes, and only 8% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 339 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Kiel entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
3%
72%
17%
6%
1%
1%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.9% | 10 |
| 1 bedroom | 72.3% | 245 |
| 2 bedrooms | 17.1% | 58 |
| 3 bedrooms | 5.9% | 20 |
| 4 bedrooms | 1.2% | 4 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 0.6% | 2 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Kiel
A typical studio in Kiel earned €11,400 over the past year, against €18,700 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 10 | €11,400 | €11,500 | €70 | 54% |
| 1 bedroom | 245 | €10,600 | €11,300 | €90 | 47% |
| 2 bedrooms | 58 | €13,200 | €13,400 | €105 | 48% |
| 3 bedrooms | 20 | €18,700 | €22,300 | €154 | 48% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Kiel Sleep?
Most Kiel listings are sized for couples and small families: 86% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 2% take eight or more. Shares are of the 385 listings with a guest capacity on file (86% of the market).
Kiel listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
4%
39%
12%
31%
4%
6%
1%
2%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 3.9% | 15 |
| 2 guests | 39.0% | 150 |
| 3 guests | 12.2% | 47 |
| 4 guests | 31.4% | 121 |
| 5 guests | 3.9% | 15 |
| 6 guests | 6.0% | 23 |
| 7 guests | 1.3% | 5 |
| 8+ guests | 2.3% | 9 |
How Kiel Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Kiel hosts set up an average of 1.9 beds per listing. About a third of listings (34%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 10
- Beds per listing
- 1.9
- Show exact location
- 34%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Kiel Offer?
Self check-in is common in Kiel: 58% of listings offer it. Air conditioning is the exception rather than the rule: only 8% of listings have it.
Share of Kiel listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Kiel
Listings in Kiel with paid parking off premises earned about 65% more a year, on average, than those without: €17,300 against €10,400. The gap is smaller for self check-in (about 60% more) and a single-level layout (about 55% more). 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 Kiel 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paid parking off premises | 8% | €17,300 | €10,400 | +66% |
| Self check-in | 58% | €13,000 | €8,230 | +58% |
| Single level home | 23% | €15,200 | €9,720 | +56% |
| Air conditioning | 8% | €16,000 | €10,600 | +51% |
| Elevator | 9% | €14,900 | €10,600 | +41% |
| Outdoor playground | 4% | €14,800 | €10,800 | +36% |
| Outdoor furniture | 32% | €13,300 | €9,900 | +34% |
| Ocean view | 3% | €14,500 | €10,900 | +33% |
| Indoor fireplace | 7% | €13,900 | €10,800 | +29% |
| Garden view | 11% | €13,700 | €10,600 | +29% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Kiel?
Most Kiel guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 24% of those who left reviews live outside Germany, led by visitors from Denmark and Switzerland. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 38%, followed by German and French.
76% of Kiel guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 76%
- International 24%
Where Kiel guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Berlin | 7.1% |
| Hamburg | 6.7% |
| Kiel | 4.6% |
| Bremen | 1.8% |
| Cologne | 1.8% |
Where Kiel guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Germany | 76.1% |
| Denmark | 4.9% |
| Switzerland | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | 1.8% |
| United States | 1.7% |
Languages spoken by Kiel guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 38.2% |
| German | 34.5% |
| French | 7.7% |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| Danish | 2.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Kiel?
Kiel Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 36% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.67, against 4.92 for check-in. Listings here carry long review histories, about 86 reviews each on average.
Check-in scores highest in Kiel; 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 | 4.83 |
| Cleanliness | 4.75 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.73 |
| Check-in | 4.92 |
| Value | 4.67 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Kiel: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly three-quarters of Kiel listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 29% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 28% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kiel listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 45%
- 181-270 days 29%
- 91-180 days 20%
- 31-90 days 7%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 44.6% | 199 |
| 181-270 days | 28.7% | 128 |
| 91-180 days | 20.0% | 89 |
| 31-90 days | 6.5% | 29 |
| 1-30 days | 0.2% | 1 |
Days a year Kiel listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 8%
- 181-270 days 21%
- 91-180 days 28%
- 31-90 days 24%
- 1-30 days 20%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 7.8% | 35 |
| 181-270 days | 20.9% | 93 |
| 91-180 days | 27.6% | 123 |
| 31-90 days | 24.2% | 108 |
| 1-30 days | 19.5% | 87 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Kiel?
The average Kiel booking lasts 6.1 nights, longest in March and shortest in September. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year, some 10,100 in all. About half 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 Kiel
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.7 nights 6.7 nights 4.7 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Kiel Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than two-thirds of listings in Kiel accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Kiel 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 Kiel?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Kiel, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 36% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Kiel listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Kiel?
More than eight in ten Kiel listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is €47, and some higher fees lift the average to €66. Spread over the average stay of 6.1 nights, that adds roughly €8 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- €47
- Average cleaning fee
- €66
- Listings charging a fee
- 81.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 8.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Kiel
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kiel, a three-bedroom home, took in €61,400 over the past year, about 5.6 times the city's average of €11,000.
Modern boho | 145 sqm | 9 guests | Family-friendly Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96 
Beach house Schilksee Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.29 - Revenue
- €45,469
- Occupancy
- 41.6%
- Daily rate
- €278
Easter holidays in the Olympic village Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- €44,450
- Occupancy
- 37.7%
- Daily rate
- €256
Reimers Rooms · Guesthouse in Kiel with 20+ Beds Entire home · 14 bedrooms Rated 4.83 - Revenue
- €44,336
- Occupancy
- 39.0%
- Daily rate
- €398
Large House in Kiel/5 SZ/2 Bathrooms/Parking Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- €40,666
- Occupancy
- 54.1%
- Daily rate
- €268
Large downtown oasis in Kiel for groups & families Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- €40,095
- Occupancy
- 61.4%
- Daily rate
- €203
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Kiel?
Jan Mathis is the top-grossing host in Kiel, with €298,000 in bookings across 12 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 16% of the market's 446 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan Mathis | 12 | €297,852 | €24,821 | 4.76/5 | |
| Gilles | 11 | €269,575 | €24,507 | 4.75/5 | |
| Klaus | 11 | €146,523 | €13,320 | 4.54/5 | |
| 4 | Fjord Stay | 10 | €111,404 | €11,140 | 4.67/5 |
| 5 | Britta | 5 | €81,983 | €16,397 | 4.72/5 |
| 6 | Kai | 5 | €81,830 | €16,366 | 4.77/5 |
| 7 | Julia | 5 | €73,777 | €14,755 | 4.79/5 |
| 8 | Hans | 5 | €62,178 | €12,436 | 4.41/5 |
| 9 | Teuta | 5 | €61,402 | €12,280 | 4.88/5 |
| 10 | MaiThe | 1 | €61,381 | €61,381 | 4.96/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Kiel?
Only 4% of Kiel listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 44% of listings. 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
- 44.2%
- Professional management
- 4.5%
- Cohosted listings
- 15.5%
- Instant Book enabled
- 35.7%
- Simplified Pricing
- 90.8%
Nearby markets
Kiel vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 27 km, Eckernförde (24 km away) earned the most per listing, about 21% more than Kiel.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heikendorf 5 km | 32 | €10,356 | €121 | 35% |
| Laboe 9 km | 101 | €7,536 | €143 | 27% |
| Wendtorf 13 km | 92 | €5,840 | €155 | 25% |
| Schwedeneck 15 km | 34 | €8,740 | €107 | 35% |
| Schönberg (Holstein) 18 km | 94 | €7,888 | €119 | 30% |
| Waabs 23 km | 44 | €8,841 | €142 | 31% |
| Eckernförde 24 km | 104 | €13,297 | €146 | 38% |
| Plön 27 km | 40 | €11,122 | €101 | 46% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Schleswig-Holstein
- Lübeck Airbnb data 954 listings
- Sylt Airbnb data 700 listings
- Fehmarn Airbnb data 607 listings
- Kappeln Airbnb data 513 listings
- Scharbeutz Airbnb data 509 listings
- Büsum Airbnb data 435 listings
- Timmendorfer Strand Airbnb data 404 listings
- Sankt Peter-Ording Airbnb data 373 listings
See all 115 Schleswig-Holstein Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Kiel
Markets elsewhere in Germany with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Kiel:
- Emden Airbnb data Germany · €93/night · 45.5%
- Marburg Airbnb data Germany · €90/night · 46.2%
- Jena Airbnb data Germany · €86/night · 44.5%
- Bonn Airbnb data Germany · €85/night · 46.3%
- Göttingen Airbnb data Germany · €81/night · 45.1%
- Brunswick Airbnb data Germany · €88/night · 42.5%
FAQ
Kiel Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Kiel?
An active Kiel Airbnb grossed €10,997 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 446 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in €1,880 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Kiel?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kiel listings earn between €656 and €1,880 in a typical month, and the top tenth €2,520 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 Kiel?
Listings in Kiel were booked on 45% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 32% for the Schleswig-Holstein average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Kiel?
The average booked night in Kiel cost €91 before fees. Half of listings charge between €57 and €100, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Kiel?
Fewer than 1% of active Kiel 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 Kiel?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kiel Airbnb grossed €10,997 in the 12 months to September 2026, 7% above the Schleswig-Holstein average of €10,303. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, €7,187 a year (about €600 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 €940 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Kiel?
July usually pays best, averaging €1,930 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 Kiel?
Each night a Kiel listing was open to book earned €42 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 €73 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Kiel?
Kiel stays were booked 50 days (about seven 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 Kiel?
The average Kiel Airbnb stay lasted 6.1 nights over the past year. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Kiel rated?
Guests rate Kiel Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kiel?
Kieler Altstadt, Schilksee and Düsternbrook draw the most short-term rental interest in Kiel. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Kiel?
AirROI counted 446 active Airbnb listings in Kiel as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Heikendorf, 5 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Kiel?
In Kiel, more than eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is €47, and some higher fees lift the average to €66.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 446 active Airbnb listings in Kiel 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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