Brand new private cabin with bold design and pool Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.77 - Revenue
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Kalpetta brought in ₹283,398 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 11% less than the Kerala average of ₹317,982.
The short answer
Rates are in line with the Kerala average, but bookings trail it. Listings averaged ₹5,517 a night and were booked on 24% of available nights, against ₹5,405 and 27% for the Kerala average.
Timing matters: in December, the best month, the average listing earned about 4.7 times as much as in November, the slowest. With only 48 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 48 active listings, Kalpetta is the 19th-largest of 44 Kerala markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Kalpetta listing averaged ₹283,398 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Kerala average: ₹317,982), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Kalpetta listing brought in ₹65,500 in December, its best month, and ₹14,000 in November, its slowest. 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 5.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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.
December earned about 4.7 times what November did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹39,500.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
December 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in May 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | ₹24,087 | 24.5% | ₹5,380 | ₹803 | 13 days | 3.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | ₹18,618 | 10.8% | ₹5,426 | ₹601 | 8 days | 1.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | ₹13,987 | 12.5% | ₹5,362 | ₹466 | 11 days | 1.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | ₹65,548 | 40.9% | ₹5,383 | ₹2,114 | 14 days | 3.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | ₹26,667 | 17.1% | ₹5,251 | ₹860 | 17 days | 1.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | ₹33,958 | 22.8% | ₹5,111 | ₹1,213 | 7 days | 2.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | ₹39,210 | 22.3% | ₹5,060 | ₹1,265 | 8 days | 1.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | ₹43,506 | 26.0% | ₹5,152 | ₹1,450 | 16 days | 2.5 nights |
| May 2026 | ₹57,237 | 27.5% | ₹5,644 | ₹1,846 | 12 days | 2.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | ₹58,518 | 30.2% | ₹5,381 | ₹1,951 | 9 days | 2.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | ₹35,619 | 17.9% | ₹5,332 | ₹1,149 | 13 days | 2.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | ₹56,451 | 26.2% | ₹5,373 | ₹1,821 | 9 days | 2.2 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Kalpetta home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb income calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Kalpetta Airbnb took in ₹283,398 in the 12 months to September 2026, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing in the top quarter, run by its owner at everyday costs, keeps about ₹36,700 a month after running costs.
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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | ₹276,798 | ₹580,500 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Kalpetta bookings | ₹6,600 | ₹13,800 |
| Gross bookings | ₹283,398 | ₹594,300 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 79% of Kalpetta listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −₹36,500 | −₹76,600 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ₹0 if you clean yourself | −₹6,600 | −₹13,800 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₹14,200 | −₹29,700 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₹5,700 | −₹11,900 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₹8,500 | −₹17,800 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₹2,800 | −₹2,800 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₹1,400 | −₹1,400 |
| 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 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −₹75,700 | −₹154,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₹207,698about ₹17,300 a month | ₹440,300about ₹36,700 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Kalpetta'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 Kalpetta 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.
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 ₹49,500 a month, against ₹23,600 for the average one.
Occupancy
Kalpetta listings were booked on 24% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the Kerala average (27%) and 4 points below the India average (28%). Occupancy swings from 11% in October to 41% in December.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.4 times as often as the bottom quarter.
December was the busiest month in Kalpetta, October the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Kalpetta, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₹5,517 over the past year, about the same as the Kerala average (₹5,405) and about the same as the India average (₹5,690). Rates peak in May at about ₹5,645 and bottom out in February and March at about ₹5,060.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
May rates ran 12% above March's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹5,320.
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 Kalpetta it averaged ₹1,350 over the past year, from about ₹466 in November to about ₹2,110 in December.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
December RevPAR was about 4.5 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹1,290.
Seasonality
With only 48 active listings, the monthly pattern in Kalpetta is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in December and bottomed out in November.
Guests book Kalpetta stays 11 days ahead on average, so many trips are booked close to arrival. January stays are booked furthest out, about 17 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 7 days. A typical January booking is made in late December.
January stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
Permits
None of the 48 active listings in Kalpetta 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 Kalpetta.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Kalpetta neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Meppadi, Kalpetta Town and Lakkidi. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Meppadi | Known for its scenic beauty and pleasant weather. Attracts tourists looking for a serene getaway surrounded by tea plantations and hills. | Soochipara Falls, Karalad Lake, Brahmagiri Hill, Chain Tree (Pookode), Edakkal Caves |
| Kalpetta Town | Being the district headquarters, it offers a blend of local culture and accessibility to various attractions in Wayanad. A convenient base for tourists. | Wayanad Heritage Museum, Sunrise Valley, St. Joseph's Church, Kalpetta Lake, Bamboo Forest |
| Lakkidi | Famous for its misty atmosphere and scenic viewpoints. A prime spot for nature lovers and photographers. | Lakkidi View Point, Thusharagiri Waterfalls, Pookode Lake, Karuvara Waterfalls, One Tree Hill |
| Chundale | A quaint village known for its tranquility and picturesque landscapes. Suitable for those looking for a peaceful retreat in nature. | Chundale Village Waterfalls, Plantation Walks, Local Spice Gardens, Edakkal Caves, Authentic Kerala Cuisine |
| Muthanga | Part of the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, it offers nature and wildlife experiences. Great for eco-tourism enthusiasts. | Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary, Safari Rides, Wildlife Spotting, Jeep Treks, Nature Trails |
| Bonsai Garden | A stunning garden that attracts visitors for its beauty and serenity. Perfect for those looking to unwind amidst nature. | Bonsai Collection, Gardening Workshops, Nature Trails, Picnic Spots, Photography Opportunities |
| Wayanad Adventure Camp | An adventure hub offering various activities such as zip-lining, trekking, and camping. Attracts adventure seekers. | Zip-lining, Trekking Trails, Camping Sites, Bonfire Areas, Adventure Sports |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 63% of listings in Kalpetta, alongside 18 private-room listings (38%). Houses are the most common property type at 52%, about 2.8 times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (19%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Kalpetta Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 62.5% | 30 |
| Private room | 37.5% | 18 |
Listings by property type
Kalpetta Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 52.1% | 25 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 18.8% | 9 |
| Apartment/Condo | 14.6% | 7 |
| Unique stay | 8.3% | 4 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 6.3% | 3 |
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Kalpetta (40% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (33%). Shares are of the 30 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Kalpetta entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 33.3% | 10 |
| 2 bedrooms | 40.0% | 12 |
| 3 bedrooms | 10.0% | 3 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.0% | 3 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.7% | 2 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Kalpetta earned ₹167,000 over the past year, against ₹132,000 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 10 | ₹167,000 | ₹349,000 | ₹4,848 | 29% |
| 2 bedrooms | 12 | ₹132,000 | ₹312,000 | ₹5,429 | 23% |
The most common capacity in Kalpetta is eight or more guests (28% of listings), and 41% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 39 listings with a guest capacity on file (81% of the market).
Kalpetta listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 20.5% | 8 |
| 3 guests | 17.9% | 7 |
| 4 guests | 20.5% | 8 |
| 6 guests | 12.8% | 5 |
| 8+ guests | 28.2% | 11 |
Kalpetta hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 46% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Kalpetta: 96% of listings offer it, and 50% offer self check-in.
Share of Kalpetta listings with each common amenity
Guests
Most Kalpetta guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 19% of those who left reviews live outside India, led by visitors from the United States and Canada. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 41%, followed by Hindi and Kannada.
81% of Kalpetta guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Kalpetta guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru | 34.9% |
| Mumbai | 7.2% |
| Kolkata | 4.8% |
| Mysuru | 4.8% |
| Hyderabad | 3.6% |
Where Kalpetta guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| India | 80.6% |
| United States | 3.9% |
| Canada | 3.9% |
| Australia | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | 2.9% |
Languages spoken by Kalpetta guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 41.0% |
| Hindi | 28.2% |
| Kannada | 7.7% |
| Tamil | 6.4% |
| Bengali | 5.1% |
Kalpetta Airbnbs average 4.85 stars, and 42% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.76.
Communication scores highest in Kalpetta; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.86 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.78 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.76 |
Booking patterns
All Kalpetta listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but none are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 56% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kalpetta listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 93.8% | 45 |
| 181-270 days | 6.3% | 3 |
Days a year Kalpetta listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 91-180 days | 6.3% | 3 |
| 31-90 days | 56.3% | 27 |
| 1-30 days | 37.5% | 18 |
The average Kalpetta booking lasts 2.5 nights, longest in December and shortest in November. Listings took about 14 bookings each over the year. Nearly two-thirds of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Kalpetta
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
All listings in Kalpetta accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Kalpetta listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Kalpetta, used by 65% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than three-quarters of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 17% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Kalpetta listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
More than a quarter of Kalpetta listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 2% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kalpetta, a two-bedroom unit, took in ₹1,330,000 over the past year, about 4.7 times the city's average of ₹283,000. Five of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Brand new private cabin with bold design and pool Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.77
Entire 4 Bed Room Premium Cottage in Kalpetta Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
THE ROOTS- private pool villa in Wayanad Private room · 1 bedroom Rated 4.88
Premium cottages • Private pool • Nature view Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Treehouse| private pool | Farm Experience| Wayanad Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00
The Roots : Private pool villa Kalpetta, Wayanad Private room · 1 bedroom Rated 4.90 Only 4% of Kalpetta listings are classed as professionally managed. 69% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. 65% of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 79% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 71 km, Udhagamandalam (71 km away) earned the most per listing, about 83% more than Kalpetta. Meppādi was the busiest, booked on 30% of nights against 24% in Kalpetta.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vythiri 2 km | 218 | ₹417,524 | ₹7,801 | 20% |
| Meppādi 7 km | 30 | ₹371,256 | ₹6,237 | 30% |
| Vayittiri 8 km | 39 | ₹304,710 | ₹7,605 | 24% |
| Wayanad 9 km | 126 | ₹260,930 | ₹6,366 | 21% |
| Sultan Bathery 19 km | 40 | ₹264,155 | ₹4,434 | 22% |
| Kozhikode 48 km | 186 | ₹346,186 | ₹5,496 | 27% |
| Ooty 70 km | 165 | ₹461,857 | ₹8,410 | 25% |
| Udhagamandalam 71 km | 194 | ₹519,463 | ₹8,626 | 22% |
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FAQ
An active Kalpetta Airbnb grossed ₹283,398 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 48 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₹54,000 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kalpetta listings earn between ₹10,300 and ₹54,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₹93,200 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Kalpetta were booked on 24% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 27% for the Kerala average. December was the busiest month.
The average booked night in Kalpetta cost ₹5,517 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₹2,630 and ₹6,530, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Kalpetta 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.
It can be, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Kalpetta Airbnb grossed ₹283,398 in the 12 months to September 2026, 11% below the Kerala average of ₹317,982, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, keeps about ₹36,700 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
December paid best over the past year, at ₹65,500 per active listing, and November paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
Each night a Kalpetta listing was open to book earned ₹1,350 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 ₹3,550 or more.
Kalpetta stays were booked 11 days before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
The average Kalpetta Airbnb stay lasted 2.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 14 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Kalpetta Airbnbs 4.85 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Meppadi, Kalpetta Town and Lakkidi draw the most short-term rental interest in Kalpetta. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 48 active Airbnb listings in Kalpetta as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Vythiri, 2 km away.
In Kalpetta, more than a quarter of listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 2% of gross revenue.
Method
Figures on this page cover 48 active Airbnb listings in Kalpetta 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 Indian rupees at ₹92.2 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.