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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Kodaikkanal brought in ₹219,552 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 43% less than the Tamil Nadu average of ₹383,237.
The short answer
Bookings in Kodaikkanal trail the Tamil Nadu average, at prices about 6% lower. Listings averaged ₹5,826 a night and were booked on 21% of available nights, against ₹6,215 and 27% for the Tamil Nadu average.
With 62 active listings, Kodaikkanal is the 14th-largest of 37 Tamil Nadu markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Kodaikkanal listing averaged ₹219,552 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Tamil Nadu average: ₹383,237), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Kodaikkanal listing brought in ₹62,700 in May, its best month, and ₹22,400 in February, its slowest.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.3 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.
May earned about 2.8 times what February did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹42,400.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
May 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in June 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | – | – | ₹5,554 | – | – | – |
| Oct 2025 | – | – | ₹5,558 | – | – | – |
| Nov 2025 | – | – | ₹5,545 | – | – | – |
| Dec 2025 | – | – | ₹5,546 | – | – | – |
| Jan 2026 | ₹41,939 | 22.3% | ₹5,546 | ₹1,353 | 7 days | 1.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | ₹22,400 | 14.4% | ₹5,281 | ₹800 | 6 days | 1.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | ₹45,816 | 24.4% | ₹5,248 | ₹1,478 | 10 days | 2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | ₹36,816 | 22.9% | ₹5,488 | ₹1,227 | 14 days | 2.1 nights |
| May 2026 | ₹62,669 | 27.6% | ₹6,941 | ₹2,022 | 14 days | 2.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | ₹46,116 | 28.3% | ₹6,206 | ₹1,537 | 11 days | 2.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | ₹34,416 | 19.3% | ₹6,142 | ₹1,110 | 17 days | 2.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | ₹49,100 | 26.9% | ₹6,094 | ₹1,584 | 9 days | 2.1 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Kodaikkanal 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 Kodaikkanal Airbnb took in ₹219,552 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 ₹29,100 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 | ₹214,452 | ₹467,300 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Kodaikkanal bookings | ₹5,100 | ₹11,100 |
| Gross bookings | ₹219,552 | ₹478,400 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 87% of Kodaikkanal listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −₹30,500 | −₹66,400 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ₹0 if you clean yourself | −₹5,100 | −₹11,100 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₹11,000 | −₹23,900 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₹4,400 | −₹9,600 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₹6,600 | −₹14,400 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₹2,200 | −₹2,200 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₹1,100 | −₹1,100 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −₹60,900 | −₹128,700 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₹158,652about ₹13,200 a month | ₹349,700about ₹29,100 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Kodaikkanal'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 Kodaikkanal 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 ₹39,900 a month, against ₹18,300 for the average one.
Occupancy
Kodaikkanal listings were booked on 21% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the Tamil Nadu average (27%) and 7 points below the India average (28%). Occupancy climbs to 28% in June and falls to 14% in February.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
June was the busiest month in Kodaikkanal, February the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 21% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Kodaikkanal, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₹5,826 over the past year, about 6% below the Tamil Nadu average of ₹6,215 and about the same as the India average (₹5,690). Rates peak in May at about ₹6,940 and bottom out in February and March at about ₹5,250.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
May rates ran 32% above March's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹5,870.
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 Kodaikkanal it averaged ₹1,310 over the past year, from about ₹800 in February to about ₹2,020 in May.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
May RevPAR was about 2.5 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹1,390. The 12-month RevPAR of ₹1,310 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Revenue in Kodaikkanal peaks several times a year, in March, May–June and August, a highly seasonal pattern.
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMarch, May–June, August | ₹50,900 | 27% | ₹6,122 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary | ₹41,900 | 22% | ₹5,546 |
| Low seasonFebruary, April, July | ₹31,200 | 19% | ₹5,637 |
Guests book Kodaikkanal stays 12 days ahead on average, so many trips are booked close to arrival. July stays are booked furthest out, about 17 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 6 days. A typical July booking is made in late June.
July 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 62 active listings in Kodaikkanal 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 Kodaikkanal.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Kodaikkanal neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Coaker's Walk, Kodaikanal Lake and Leoni's Garden. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Coaker's Walk | Famous for its breathtaking views of the valley and mountains, Coaker's Walk attracts visitors seeking scenic walks and beautiful photography spots. It’s a prime area for tourists looking to immerse themselves in nature. | Coaker's Walk, Kodaikanal Lake, Pine Forest, Green Valley View, Guna Caves |
| Kodaikanal Lake | This picturesque lake is the heart of Kodaikanal, offering boating, cycling, and a serene atmosphere. It's a popular destination for families and couples retreating for relaxation and enjoyment. | Kodaikanal Lake, Boat House, Puppet Show, Cycling Path around Lake, Thousand Pillar Temple |
| Leoni's Garden | A tranquil garden area that presents a peaceful retreat amidst nature. It’s suited for those looking for a serene atmosphere and is close to several tourist spots as well. | Leoni's Garden, Berijam Lake, Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, Silent Valley View Point |
| Pillar Rocks | Known for its stunning rock formations and panoramic views, this area is sought after by adventure seekers and those keen on exploring nature's beauty. | Pillar Rocks, Guna Cave, Kodaikanal Viewpoint, Vattakanal Waterfall |
| Battery Point | A serene spot known for breathtaking sunset views, popular among tourists who enjoy a relaxing evening by the water. It's perfect for hosting guests looking for tranquility. | Battery Point, Lakeside Walks, Canoeing, Sunset Views |
| Upper Lake View | This area offers an elevated perspective of the entire lake and surrounding mountains. It's ideal for those looking for a unique experience with stunning views. | Upper Lake View, Kodaikanal Lake, Nature Walks, Photography Spots |
| Vattakanal | An offbeat destination popular with nature lovers and trekkers, offering scenic waterfalls and trekking trails, making it ideal for adventure tourism. | Vattakanal Waterfall, Trek Trails, Nature Photography, Scenic Views |
| Kodaikanal Pine Forest | This forest area is well-known for its tall pines and serene pathways, attracting tourists looking for peaceful nature retreats and picnics. | Kodaikanal Pine Forest, Nature Walks, Adventure Activities, Scenic Photography |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 68% of listings in Kodaikkanal, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in three (32%) rents out a single room. Houses account for 76% of the stock; cabins and other outdoor stays come next at 11%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Kodaikkanal Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 67.7% | 42 |
| Private room | 32.3% | 20 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Kodaikkanal Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 75.8% | 47 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 11.3% | 7 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 9.7% | 6 |
| Apartment/Condo | 3.2% | 2 |
Most Kodaikkanal homes are built for groups: 50% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (29%). Shares are of the 42 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Kodaikkanal 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.4% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 26.2% | 11 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.4% | 9 |
| 3 bedrooms | 28.6% | 12 |
| 4 bedrooms | 14.3% | 6 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.1% | 3 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Kodaikkanal earned ₹91,700 over the past year, against ₹452,000 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 11 | ₹91,700 | ₹144,000 | ₹3,504 | 22% |
| 3 bedrooms | 12 | ₹452,000 | ₹442,000 | ₹8,360 | 25% |
Kodaikkanal is a group-trip market: 44% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about three times the share of the next most common size, two guests (15%). Shares are of the 48 listings with a guest capacity on file (77% of the market).
Kodaikkanal 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 | 14.6% | 7 |
| 3 guests | 10.4% | 5 |
| 4 guests | 10.4% | 5 |
| 5 guests | 6.3% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 10.4% | 5 |
| 7 guests | 4.2% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 43.8% | 21 |
Kodaikkanal hosts set up an average of 2.6 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 48% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are common in Kodaikkanal: 60% of listings have one, and 87% offer free parking on site.
Share of Kodaikkanal listings with each common amenity
Guests
Most Kodaikkanal guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 20% of those who left reviews live outside India, led by visitors from the United States and Australia. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 42%, followed by Hindi and Tamil.
80% of Kodaikkanal guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Kodaikkanal guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru | 23.7% |
| Chennai | 11.9% |
| Hyderabad | 8.5% |
| Mumbai | 3.4% |
| Jaipur | 3.4% |
Where Kodaikkanal guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| India | 80.0% |
| United States | 7.1% |
| Australia | 2.9% |
| Germany | 2.9% |
| Italy | 1.4% |
Languages spoken by Kodaikkanal guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 41.9% |
| Hindi | 29.0% |
| Tamil | 8.6% |
| Bengali | 4.3% |
| Kannada | 3.2% |
Kodaikkanal Airbnbs average 4.75 stars, and 19% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.63, against 4.81 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Kodaikkanal; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.71 |
| Cleanliness | 4.71 |
| Communication | 4.81 |
| Location | 4.71 |
| Check-in | 4.80 |
| Value | 4.63 |
Booking patterns
All Kodaikkanal 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 1 to 30 days a year, covering 55% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kodaikkanal listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 93.5% | 58 |
| 181-270 days | 6.5% | 4 |
Days a year Kodaikkanal listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 91-180 days | 8.1% | 5 |
| 31-90 days | 37.1% | 23 |
| 1-30 days | 54.8% | 34 |
The average Kodaikkanal booking lasts 2.3 nights, longest in May and shortest in February. Listings took about 11 bookings each over the year. Check-in is split almost evenly between 11 a.m. and noon, with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Kodaikkanal
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
All listings in Kodaikkanal accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Kodaikkanal 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 Kodaikkanal, used by 50% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: nearly three-quarters of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 10% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Kodaikkanal listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About three in ten Kodaikkanal 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 Kodaikkanal, a three-bedroom home, took in ₹1,040,000 over the past year, about 4.7 times the city's average of ₹220,000.
3 Bedroom Premium Villa-Zen Luxe by Futurve Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88
The Lake House- Whispering Palms Kodaikanal Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.73
Infinity Homestay Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Scarlet Villa 5BHK Homestay , kodaikanal Entire home · 5 bedrooms
Mahalakshmi Illam-Ground floor (3 bedrooms) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Mahalakshmi Illam 1st floor(3 bedrooms) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.79 Fewer than 1% of Kodaikkanal listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run a third 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 87% of listings.
Nearby markets
AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: Kodaikanal (414 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.
Of the seven nearby markets in the table, all within 88 km, Vilpatti (3 km away, 42 listings) earned the most per listing, about three times as much as Kodaikkanal. Madurai was the busiest, booked on 35% of nights against 21% in Kodaikkanal.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vilpatti 3 km | 42 | ₹674,030 | ₹8,652 | 26% |
| Munnar 50 km | 74 | ₹368,306 | ₹6,860 | 24% |
| Anachal 55 km | 56 | ₹413,930 | ₹8,538 | 29% |
| Idukki 66 km | 91 | ₹364,896 | ₹8,365 | 21% |
| Madurai 78 km | 90 | ₹347,660 | ₹3,785 | 35% |
| Kumily 79 km | 67 | ₹162,493 | ₹4,689 | 21% |
| Vagamon 88 km | 65 | ₹282,681 | ₹8,648 | 19% |
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FAQ
An active Kodaikkanal Airbnb grossed ₹219,552 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 62 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₹56,600 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kodaikkanal listings earn between ₹13,000 and ₹56,600 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₹102,000 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 Kodaikkanal were booked on 21% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 27% for the Tamil Nadu average. June was the busiest month.
The average booked night in Kodaikkanal cost ₹5,826 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₹2,865 and ₹7,715, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Kodaikkanal 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 Kodaikkanal Airbnb grossed ₹219,552 in the 12 months to September 2026, 43% below the Tamil Nadu average of ₹383,237, 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 ₹29,100 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
May paid best over the past year, at ₹62,700 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
Each night a Kodaikkanal listing was open to book earned ₹1,310 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 ₹3,030 or more.
Kodaikkanal stays were booked 12 days before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
The average Kodaikkanal Airbnb stay lasted 2.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 11 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Kodaikkanal Airbnbs 4.75 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Coaker's Walk, Kodaikanal Lake and Leoni's Garden draw the most short-term rental interest in Kodaikkanal. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 62 active Airbnb listings in Kodaikkanal as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Vilpatti, 3 km away.
In Kodaikkanal, about three in ten 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 62 active Airbnb listings in Kodaikkanal 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.