Tourism statisticsCity2026
Kos Tourism Statistics: 6,530 Airbnb Stays
AirROI estimates 6,530 Airbnb stays in Kos, in the Aegean, Greece, in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was January. All of Greece had 35,951,400 international arrivals in 2024, Bank of Greece reports.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 38,029
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 5.8 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 98%
Key facts
Kos Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- Bank of Greece puts all of Greece at 35,951,400 international arrivals in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Kos at 6,530 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Kos added up to 38,029 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Kos lasted 5.8 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 61 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Kos in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by July and September, with January the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Kos ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Kos in August were booked furthest ahead, about 74 days, against 22 days for December, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 98% of Kos Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United Kingdom at 19% and Germany at 19%.
By place
- AirROI estimates Kos took 0.4% of all Airbnb stays in Greece in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI ranks Kos 33rd for Airbnb stays among the 181 towns it lists in Greece in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Greece?
Bank of Greece counted 35,951,400 international arrivals for all of Greece in 2024. On AirROI's estimates, Kos accounted for 0.4% of Airbnb stays in Greece in the 12 months to October 2026.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35,951,400International arrivals, all of Greece | Inbound travellers to Greece in 2024 estimated by the Bank of Greece Border Survey | 2024 | Bank of Greece |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Kos
Kos had 503 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 6,530 stays and 38,029 nights. A typical stay lasted 5.8 nights and was booked about 61 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 503
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 6,530
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 38,029
- Typical stay
- 5.8 nights
- Booked ahead
- 61 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Kos?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Kos in the 12 months to October 2026, then July and September. January was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
August ranks first, January last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, July, September, June, May, October, April, November, December, March, February, January.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 14.6% | 74 days |
| July | 13.2% | 72 days |
| September | 12.4% | 60 days |
| June | 10.9% | 60 days |
| May | 7.8% | 51 days |
| October | 7.6% | 52 days |
| April | 6.8% | 52 days |
| November | 6.5% | 44 days |
| December | 5.6% | 22 days |
| March | 5.0% | 36 days |
| February | 4.8% | 27 days |
| January | 4.7% | 34 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Kos Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Kos Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, nearly all came from abroad (98%), led by the United Kingdom at 19% and Germany at 19%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, İstanbul was the top origin city at 4%, ahead of London at 3.4%. The figures rest on 12,945 reviews, written over many years.
98% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 98%
- From within Greece 2%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Kos
How many tourists visit Kos?
Greece as a whole had 35,951,400 international arrivals in 2024, according to Bank of Greece. AirROI puts Kos at 0.4% of Airbnb stays in Greece in the 12 months to October 2026. AirROI estimates 6,530 Airbnb stays in Kos in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists.
When is the busiest time in Kos?
The busiest Airbnb month in Kos in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then July and September. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Kos?
January was the quietest Airbnb month in Kos in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and February ranked 11th. Stays in January were booked about 34 days ahead, against 74 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Kos?
A typical Airbnb stay in Kos lasted 5.8 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 61 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 5.0 nights in September to 7.5 nights in November.
Where do Airbnb guests in Kos come from?
Of Kos Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 98% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United Kingdom at 19% and Germany at 19%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was İstanbul at 4%, ahead of London at 3.4%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Bank of Greece counts international arrivals (35,951,400 in 2024 across Greece). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 6,530 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 6,530 stays at 5.82 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 12,945 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.