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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026

Selfoss, Iceland Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
316
Avg. booking lead time
85 days
Listings showing a permit
16%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
January

The short answer

Selfoss Airbnb Market at a Glance

Bookings in Selfoss run ahead of the national average, at prices about 9% higher. Listings averaged kr 44,562 a night and were booked on 49% of available nights, against kr 40,900 and 46% for the national average.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.4 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.

AirROI tracked 316 active listings in Selfoss. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 36%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Selfoss?

Gross bookings per Selfoss listing averaged kr 6,095,311 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Iceland average: kr 4,950,477), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Selfoss listing brings in kr 1,160,000 in July, its best month, and kr 485,000 in January, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads August by 1%, and January sits just 3% below April, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 38% 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 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn kr 1,390,000+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn kr 965,000 or more, roughly kr 380,000 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about kr 584,000 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn kr 305,000 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.

July earns about 2.4 times what January does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, kr 703,000. 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.

Selfoss 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.

July 2026 led on revenue, while nightly rates and bookings both peaked in August 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Selfoss, Oct 2025 to Sep 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Oct 2025kr 696,12848.6%kr 42,582kr 22,45679 days2.9 nights
Nov 2025kr 536,43039.6%kr 40,845kr 17,88162 days3.4 nights
Dec 2025kr 597,57341.7%kr 41,854kr 19,27767 days5.2 nights
Jan 2026kr 474,37636.9%kr 40,837kr 15,30267 days4.2 nights
Feb 2026kr 517,07045.0%kr 40,770kr 18,46762 days3.6 nights
Mar 2026kr 564,47744.4%kr 40,701kr 18,20960 days3.6 nights
Apr 2026kr 480,91140.2%kr 41,302kr 16,03071 days3.7 nights
May 2026kr 613,70844.1%kr 42,506kr 19,79778 days3.9 nights
Jun 2026kr 904,12860.6%kr 47,342kr 30,13891 days4.5 nights
Jul 2026kr 1,232,28569.6%kr 51,042kr 39,751101 days5.2 nights
Aug 2026kr 1,206,02870.7%kr 53,247kr 38,904127 days3.9 nights
Sep 2026kr 869,02060.9%kr 47,387kr 28,96784 days3.1 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 Selfoss address, run it through the Airbnb income calculator.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Selfoss Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Selfoss Airbnb took in kr 6,095,311 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about kr 345,000 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 kr 575,000 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the kr 386,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about kr 377,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about kr 297,000 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.

Selfoss Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Selfoss Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingskr 5,709,311kr 9,424,000
Cleaning fees guests pay6% of Selfoss bookingskr 386,000kr 638,000
Gross bookingskr 6,095,311kr 10,062,000
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 90% of Selfoss listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−kr 868,000−kr 1,432,000
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; kr 0 if you clean yourself−kr 386,000−kr 638,000
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−kr 305,000−kr 503,000
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−kr 122,000−kr 201,000
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−kr 183,000−kr 302,000
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−kr 61,000−kr 61,000
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−kr 30,000−kr 30,000
Managementkr 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingskr 0kr 0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freekr 0kr 0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onkr 0kr 0
Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−kr 1,955,000−kr 3,167,000
Left for housing costs, then profitkr 4,140,311about kr 345,000 a monthkr 6,895,000about kr 575,000 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Selfoss Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Selfoss'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 Selfoss 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 Selfoss's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Selfoss listings are booked on 72% or more of their nights, against 52% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of kr 36,000 adds about kr 360,000 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge kr 50,700 a night or more, against a median of kr 36,000. 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 kr 571,000 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about kr 1,160,000, against kr 485,000 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Selfoss listings average 4.84 stars, and 58% 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 kr 839,000 a month, against kr 508,000 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Selfoss?

Selfoss listings were booked on 49% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the Iceland average (46%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 38% in January to 71% in August.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about three times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 86%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 72% or more, roughly five nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 52% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 28% or less, roughly two nights a week.

August is usually the busiest month in Selfoss, January the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026

Nightly rates

How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Selfoss?

The average nightly rate in Selfoss, known as ADR (average daily rate), was kr 44,562 over the past year, about 9% above the Iceland average of kr 40,900. In a typical year, rates peak in August at about kr 49,200 and bottom out in November at about kr 38,000.

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 kr 76,700+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge kr 50,700 or more, about kr 15,000 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about kr 36,000 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge kr 25,200 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

August rates run 30% above November's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, kr 42,200. The 12-month ADR of kr 44,562 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 Selfoss?

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 Selfoss it averaged kr 23,100 over the past year, from about kr 15,600 in a typical January to about kr 37,600 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn kr 40,700+ per open night, about twice the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn kr 29,800 or more, about kr 10,000 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about kr 19,700 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn kr 11,400 or less, about 58% of the median.

July RevPAR is about 2.4 times January's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, kr 23,100.

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Selfoss

Selfoss has one high season, June through September, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to May. A listing earns about twice as much a month in June through August as in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Selfoss

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, kr 703,000.

Revenue by month in Selfoss in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Selfoss, by calendar month
MonthSeasonRevenue per listing
JanuaryLow seasonkr 485,000
FebruaryLow seasonkr 527,000
MarchLow seasonkr 584,000
AprilLow seasonkr 500,000
MayLow seasonkr 601,000
JuneHigh seasonkr 859,000
JulyHigh seasonkr 1,160,000
AugustHigh seasonkr 1,150,000
SeptemberHigh seasonkr 816,000
OctoberShoulder seasonkr 666,000
NovemberLow seasonkr 515,000
DecemberLow seasonkr 574,000
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Selfoss by season
SeasonRevenue per monthOccupancyNightly rate
High seasonJune–Septemberkr 997,00064%kr 47,050
Shoulder seasonOctoberkr 666,00052%kr 39,265
Low seasonNovember–Maykr 541,00043%kr 39,925

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Selfoss?

Guests book Selfoss stays 85 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 112 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 66 days. A typical August booking is made in late April.

August stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026

The 12-month figure of 85 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 Selfoss

16% of the 316 active listings in Selfoss display a registration, permit or license number. A low share 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 Selfoss.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Selfoss

AirROI's area guide picks six Selfoss neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Selfoss Town Center, Lake Thingvallavatn and Geothermal Areas. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Selfoss
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
Selfoss Town CenterThe bustling heart of Selfoss offers a lively atmosphere with local shops, restaurants, and a community vibe. It attracts both tourists and locals, making it an ideal spot for Airbnb hosts.Selfoss Church, The River Flow, local cafes and restaurants, Selfoss Swimming Pool, Ölfus River
Lake ThingvallavatnA stunning natural area perfect for nature lovers and those seeking outdoor adventures. Known for its beauty and tranquility, it draws visitors for hiking, fishing, and relaxing.Thingvellir National Park, Silfra Fissure, diving and snorkeling spots, scenic hiking trails
Geothermal AreasThe region around Selfoss features unique geothermal landscapes that attract visitors interested in natural hot springs and geothermal wonders, ideal for wellness-focused stays.Reykjadalur Hot Springs, Thermal baths, Geothermal power plants]},{
Þingvellir National ParkA UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its unique geology and historical significance. A prime location for visitors interested in nature and history, offering stunning views and educational opportunities.Silfra Fissure, Hiking trails, Öxarárfoss Waterfall, Þingvellir Church
HveragerðiJust a short drive from Selfoss, this town is famous for its hot springs and botanical gardens, making it attractive for visitors seeking relaxation and nature activities.Hveragerði Hot Springs, Botanical Garden, favorable hiking routes
StokkseyriA charming coastal village near Selfoss, Stokkseyri is popular for its beautiful beaches and bird watching opportunities, attracting nature lovers and families.Þjóðveldisbærinn Viking Village, Stokkseyri Beach, bird watching locations

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Selfoss Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 87% of listings in Selfoss, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in eight (13%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 52%, about 2.2 times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (24%).

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

Selfoss Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 87%
  • Private room 13%
Room types in numbers
Selfoss Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home86.7%274
Private room13.3%42

Listings by property type

Selfoss Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 52%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 24%
  • Apartment/Condo 16%
  • Hotel/Boutique 7%
  • Unique stay <1%
  • Others <1%
Property types in numbers
Selfoss Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
House52.2%165
Cabin/Outdoor23.7%75
Apartment/Condo15.8%50
Hotel/Boutique7.0%22
Unique stay0.6%2
Others0.6%2

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Selfoss Have?

One- and two-bedroom homes are equally common in Selfoss (27% of entire homes each), and 43% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 265 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Selfoss entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Selfoss entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homes with a bedroom countEntire homes
Studio2.6%7
1 bedroom26.8%71
2 bedrooms27.2%72
3 bedrooms26.4%70
4 bedrooms11.3%30
5+ bedrooms5.7%15

What Each Home Size Earns in Selfoss

A typical one-bedroom home in Selfoss earned kr 4,240,000 over the past year, against kr 11,200,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in Selfoss
Home sizeListingsTypical annual revenue (median)Average annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
1 bedroom71kr 4,240,000kr 5,560,000kr 33,28055%
2 bedrooms72kr 5,090,000kr 5,940,000kr 42,85752%
3 bedrooms70kr 5,270,000kr 6,220,000kr 49,45749%
4 bedrooms30kr 7,680,000kr 8,450,000kr 68,47843%
5+ bedrooms15kr 11,200,000kr 16,600,000kr 111,40849%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Selfoss Sleep?

The most common capacity in Selfoss is four guests (27% of listings), and 40% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 283 listings with a guest capacity on file (90% of the market).

Selfoss listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
Selfoss listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listings with a capacity on fileListings
2 guests22.3%63
3 guests3.5%10
4 guests26.9%76
5 guests7.1%20
6 guests19.1%54
7 guests4.2%12
8+ guests17.0%48

How Selfoss Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Selfoss hosts set up an average of 3.2 beds per listing. Only 27% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
25
Beds per listing
3.2
Show exact location
27%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Selfoss Offer?

Hot tubs are common in Selfoss: 40% of listings have one, and 50% have a patio or balcony. Air conditioning is the exception rather than the rule: only 17% of listings have it.

Share of Selfoss listings with each common amenity

  • Free parking on premises Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm 97%
  • Wifi 97%
  • Heating 93%
  • Kitchen 93%
  • Fire extinguisher 89%
  • Coffee maker 84%
  • Refrigerator 84%
  • Hot water 82%
  • Dishes and silverware 79%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Selfoss

Listings in Selfoss with a sauna earned about 3.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: kr 17,100,000 against kr 5,390,000. The gap is smaller for a hot tub (about 2.5 times as much) and a sound system (about twice 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 Selfoss 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

  • Sauna +217% on 6% of listings
  • Hot tub +150% on 40% of listings
  • Sound system +112% on 13% of listings
  • Indoor fireplace +94% on 12% of listings
  • Lake access +78% on 12% of listings
  • Dedicated workspace +60% on 22% of listings
  • Air conditioning +59% on 17% of listings
  • Keypad +58% on 3% of listings
  • Beach access +55% on 3% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +47% on 50% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Selfoss listings with and without each amenity
AmenityListings with itAvg. revenue withAvg. revenue withoutRevenue gap
Sauna6%kr 17,100,000kr 5,390,000+217%
Hot tub40%kr 9,500,000kr 3,810,000+150%
Sound system13%kr 11,300,000kr 5,340,000+112%
Indoor fireplace12%kr 10,600,000kr 5,490,000+94%
Lake access12%kr 9,930,000kr 5,570,000+78%
Dedicated workspace22%kr 8,630,000kr 5,390,000+60%
Air conditioning17%kr 8,800,000kr 5,550,000+59%
Keypad3%kr 9,440,000kr 5,970,000+58%
Beach access3%kr 9,270,000kr 5,990,000+55%
Patio or balcony50%kr 7,240,000kr 4,930,000+47%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Selfoss?

Selfoss runs on foreign visitors: 99% of guests who left reviews live outside Iceland. The United States leads with 35% of reviewers, ahead of Germany at 10%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 48%, followed by German and French.

99% of Selfoss guests come from abroad

Where guests who left reviews live

  • International 99%
  • Domestic <1%

Where Selfoss guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • New York 2%
  • London 2%
  • Toronto 1%
  • Paris 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Selfoss guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
New York2.4%
London2.3%
Toronto1.2%
Paris1.2%

Where Selfoss guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 35%
  • Germany 10%
  • United Kingdom 9%
  • France 8%
  • Canada 6%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Selfoss guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
United States35.0%
Germany9.8%
United Kingdom9.4%
France8.0%
Canada5.9%

Languages spoken by Selfoss guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 48%
  • German 11%
  • French 11%
  • Spanish 8%
  • Chinese 4%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Selfoss guests
LanguageShare of guests
English47.8%
German11.4%
French10.7%
Spanish7.8%
Chinese3.9%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Selfoss?

Selfoss Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 58% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.76. Listings here carry long review histories, about 94 reviews each on average.

Communication scores highest in Selfoss; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.86
  • Cleanliness 4.85
  • Communication 4.88
  • Location 4.86
  • Check-in 4.87
  • Value 4.76
Category scores in numbers
Selfoss guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.86
Cleanliness4.85
Communication4.88
Location4.86
Check-in4.87
Value4.76

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Selfoss: Stays, Rules and Fees

More than seven in ten Selfoss listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 30% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Selfoss listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 38%
  • 181-270 days 34%
  • 91-180 days 19%
  • 31-90 days 8%
  • 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Selfoss listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days38.3%121
181-270 days34.2%108
91-180 days19.0%60
31-90 days7.9%25
1-30 days0.6%2

Days a year Selfoss listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 9%
  • 181-270 days 20%
  • 91-180 days 34%
  • 31-90 days 21%
  • 1-30 days 15%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Selfoss listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days9.5%30
181-270 days20.3%64
91-180 days33.9%107
31-90 days21.2%67
1-30 days15.2%48

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Selfoss?

The average Selfoss booking lasts 4.5 nights, longest in December and shortest in October. Listings took about 29 bookings each over the year, some 9,100 in all. 44% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Selfoss

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Selfoss Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

About seven in ten listings in Selfoss accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Selfoss listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 36% 114 listings
  • 2 Nights 34% 106 listings
  • 3 Nights 21% 66 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 9% 27 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 1% 3 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Selfoss?

Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Selfoss, used by 36% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 33% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of Selfoss listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 26% 82 listings
  • Moderate 36% 114 listings
  • Limited 5% 15 listings
  • Firm 31% 99 listings
  • Strict 2% 6 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Selfoss?

About six in ten Selfoss listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is kr 12,204, and some higher fees lift the average to kr 22,029. Spread over the average stay of 4.5 nights, that adds roughly kr 2,710 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 6% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
kr 12,204
Average cleaning fee
kr 22,029
Listings charging a fee
59.2%
Share of gross revenue
6.3%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Selfoss

The top-grossing Airbnb in Selfoss, a ten-bedroom home, took in kr 76,100,000 over the past year, about 12 times the city's average of kr 6,100,000. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have one and four bedrooms.

Luxury Lodge, 10 Bdr, Spa, Sauna, Gym, Game Room Luxury Lodge, 10 Bdr, Spa, Sauna, Gym, Game Room Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Revenue
kr 76.1M
Occupancy
40.4%
Daily rate
kr 453,682
Hrafntinna Villa Hrafntinna Villa Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Revenue
kr 33.5M
Occupancy
54.4%
Daily rate
kr 153,127
Aslundur Lakefront Villa, hot tub, game rm Aslundur Lakefront Villa, hot tub, game rm Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Revenue
kr 31.2M
Occupancy
51.4%
Daily rate
kr 149,738
Iceland Lakeview Retreat Iceland Lakeview Retreat Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.95
Revenue
kr 27.3M
Occupancy
77.8%
Daily rate
kr 93,592
Northern Lights Above — Skylight Views From Bed Northern Lights Above — Skylight Views From Bed Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.73
Revenue
kr 25.1M
Occupancy
60.1%
Daily rate
kr 120,507
Luxurious 4BR Summerhouse with Hot Tub and Sauna Luxurious 4BR Summerhouse with Hot Tub and Sauna Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Revenue
kr 24.3M
Occupancy
64.8%
Daily rate
kr 99,550

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Selfoss?

Greenkey Hosting Services is the top-grossing host in Selfoss, with kr 91.5 million in bookings across 11 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 15% of the market's 316 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Isak V Johannsson grossed kr 16.7 million per listing, about twice Greenkey Hosting Services' kr 8.32 million.

Top Airbnb hosts in Selfoss by revenue
#HostListingsGross revenuePer listingAvg. rating
Greenkey Hosting Services11kr 91,527,866kr 8,320,7154.78/5
Signy1kr 76,070,167kr 76,070,1674.96/5
Valdís6kr 74,899,671kr 12,483,2794.95/5
4Sóley6kr 67,251,567kr 11,208,5944.88/5
5Smári5kr 57,758,899kr 11,551,7804.98/5
6Isak V Johannsson3kr 50,248,123kr 16,749,3744.98/5
7Róbert Fannar6kr 49,277,825kr 8,212,9714.35/5
8Erlingur & Ingvar2kr 41,541,579kr 20,770,7904.93/5
9Reynir3kr 39,781,089kr 13,260,3634.54/5
10Snorri3kr 37,604,053kr 12,534,6844.65/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Selfoss?

Only 3% of Selfoss listings are classed as professionally managed, though 30% of listings have a co-host. 55% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 90% of listings.

Superhosts
55.1%
Professional management
3.5%
Cohosted listings
30.4%
Instant Book enabled
50.3%
Simplified Pricing
89.9%

Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Selfoss

6 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Selfoss, and companies run 14% of its Airbnb homes. Sherilyn Ivana is the largest, with 23 listings and an average guest rating of 4.79; the next largest are Greenkey Hosting Services, Smári, Sóley and Kristina. Among the five largest, Smári's homes rate highest, at 4.97.

The five largest run 17% of Selfoss's Airbnb homes

Share of Selfoss's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host

  • Sherilyn Ivana 7% · 23
  • Greenkey Hosting Services 3% · 11
  • Smári 3% · 11
  • Sóley 2% · 7
  • Kristina 2% · 6
  • All other listings 83%

Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to October 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.

See the largest management companies in Iceland, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.

Nearby markets

Selfoss vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 44 km, Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur (6 km away, 38 listings) earned the most per listing, about 27% more than Selfoss.

Airbnb markets near Selfoss: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur 6 km38kr 7,756,340kr 60,43147%
Hveragerðisbær 17 km43kr 5,317,097kr 43,22042%
Laugarvatn 24 km69kr 5,190,494kr 41,18445%
Flúðir 25 km37kr 5,330,904kr 33,95249%
Hella 27 km141kr 7,601,630kr 49,75451%
Bláskógabyggð 30 km40kr 5,605,561kr 47,66149%
Reykholt 31 km47kr 6,266,808kr 46,01947%
Mosfellsbær 44 km105kr 5,582,262kr 51,79243%

Markets Similar to Selfoss

Markets elsewhere in Iceland with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Selfoss:

FAQ

Selfoss Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Selfoss?

An active Selfoss Airbnb grossed kr 6,095,311 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 316 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in kr 965,000 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Selfoss?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Selfoss listings earn between kr 305,000 and kr 965,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth kr 1,390,000 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 Selfoss?

Listings in Selfoss were booked on 49% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the national average. August is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Selfoss?

The average booked night in Selfoss cost kr 44,562 before fees. Half of listings charge between kr 25,200 and kr 50,700, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Selfoss?

In Selfoss, 16% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. A low share doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.

Is Airbnb profitable in Selfoss?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Selfoss Airbnb grossed kr 6,095,311 in the 12 months to October 2026, 23% above the national average of kr 4,950,477. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, kr 4,140,311 a year (about kr 345,000 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 kr 575,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Selfoss?

July usually pays best, averaging kr 1,160,000 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 Selfoss?

Each night a Selfoss listing was open to book earned kr 23,100 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 kr 40,700 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Selfoss?

Selfoss stays were booked 85 days (about three months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Selfoss?

The average Selfoss Airbnb stay lasted 4.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 29 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Selfoss rated?

Guests rate Selfoss Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Selfoss?

Selfoss Town Center, Lake Thingvallavatn and Geothermal Areas draw the most short-term rental interest in Selfoss. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Selfoss?

AirROI counted 316 active Airbnb listings in Selfoss as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur, 6 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Selfoss?

In Selfoss, about six in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is kr 12,204, and some higher fees lift the average to kr 22,029.

How many tourists visit Selfoss, Iceland?

All of Iceland had 2,297,121 international arrivals in 2025, the Icelandic Tourist Board (Ferðamálastofa) reports. AirROI estimates 9,096 Airbnb stays in Selfoss, Iceland in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Iceland tourism statistics.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 316 active Airbnb listings in Selfoss 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 Icelandic krónur at kr 123 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.

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