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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Kalimpong brought in ₹262,875 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 6% more than the West Bengal average of ₹248,026.
The short answer
Kalimpong earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged ₹4,242 a night and were booked on 22% of available nights, against ₹3,665 and 30% for the West Bengal average.
June, usually the best month, brings in about 67% more per listing than July, usually the slowest.
With 68 active listings, Kalimpong is the seventh-largest of 14 West Bengal markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 15% while the number of active listings grew 19%.
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Gross bookings per Kalimpong listing averaged ₹262,875 over the 12 months to September 2026 (West Bengal average: ₹248,026), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Kalimpong listing brings in ₹49,300 in June, its best month, and ₹29,600 in July, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: June leads December by 1%, and July sits just 3% below September, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 5.1 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.
June earns about 1.7 times what July does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹38,200. 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.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
June 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in December 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | ₹33,409 | 19.1% | ₹3,620 | ₹1,114 | 43 days | 3.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | ₹40,600 | 22.7% | ₹3,702 | ₹1,310 | 74 days | 2.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | ₹33,475 | 20.4% | ₹3,645 | ₹1,116 | 36 days | 3.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | ₹54,301 | 34.5% | ₹3,717 | ₹1,752 | 26 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | ₹26,587 | 19.0% | ₹3,618 | ₹858 | 23 days | 2.2 nights |
| Feb 2026 | ₹24,294 | 23.5% | ₹3,580 | ₹868 | 25 days | 3.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | ₹44,195 | 23.1% | ₹3,655 | ₹1,426 | 19 days | 4.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | ₹39,300 | 28.1% | ₹3,696 | ₹1,310 | 23 days | 2.8 nights |
| May 2026 | ₹50,471 | 29.6% | ₹4,060 | ₹1,628 | 20 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | ₹56,129 | 33.3% | ₹4,082 | ₹1,871 | 11 days | 3.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | ₹32,732 | 24.0% | ₹4,010 | ₹1,056 | 17 days | 4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | ₹20,058 | 14.1% | ₹4,026 | ₹647 | 23 days | 2.6 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 Kalimpong home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Kalimpong Airbnb took in ₹262,875 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 ₹36,600 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 | ₹255,375 | ₹571,500 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Kalimpong bookings | ₹7,500 | ₹16,900 |
| Gross bookings | ₹262,875 | ₹588,400 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 71% of Kalimpong listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −₹31,100 | −₹69,600 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ₹0 if you clean yourself | −₹7,500 | −₹16,900 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₹13,100 | −₹29,400 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₹5,300 | −₹11,800 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₹7,900 | −₹17,700 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₹2,600 | −₹2,600 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₹1,300 | −₹1,300 |
| 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 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −₹68,800 | −₹149,300 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₹194,075about ₹16,200 a month | ₹439,100about ₹36,600 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Kalimpong'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 Kalimpong 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 ₹49,000 a month, against ₹21,900 for the average one.
Occupancy
Kalimpong listings were booked on 22% of the nights they were open over the past year, 8 percentage points below the West Bengal average (30%) and 6 points below the India average (28%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 31% in December and falls to 17% in September.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
December is usually the busiest month in Kalimpong, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 22% 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 Kalimpong, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₹4,242 over the past year, about 16% above the West Bengal average of ₹3,665 and about 25% below the India average of ₹5,690. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in May and June at about ₹3,875 and bottom out in February and September at about ₹3,480.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about four times the rate of the bottom quarter.
June rates run 11% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹3,660. The 12-month ADR of ₹4,242 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
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 Kalimpong it averaged ₹1,100 over the past year, from about ₹955 in a typical July to about ₹1,640 in a typical June.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
June RevPAR is about 1.7 times July's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹1,250. The 12-month RevPAR of ₹1,100 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Kalimpong has two high seasons, May–June and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Kalimpong
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, ₹38,200.
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | ₹31,100 |
| February | Low season | ₹34,600 |
| March | Shoulder season | ₹41,200 |
| April | Shoulder season | ₹40,800 |
| May | High season | ₹47,900 |
| June | High season | ₹49,300 |
| July | Low season | ₹29,600 |
| August | Low season | ₹31,500 |
| September | Low season | ₹30,600 |
| October | Shoulder season | ₹39,100 |
| November | Low season | ₹33,500 |
| December | High season | ₹48,700 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–June, December | ₹48,700 | 31% | ₹3,800 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch–April, October | ₹40,400 | 25% | ₹3,587 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, July–September, November | ₹31,800 | 21% | ₹3,617 |
Guests book Kalimpong stays 27 days ahead on average (about four weeks). October stays are booked furthest out, about 60 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 12 days. A typical October booking is made in mid-August.
October stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Permits
None of the 68 active listings in Kalimpong 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 Kalimpong.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Kalimpong neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kalimpong Town, Deolo Hill and Dr. Graham's Homes. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kalimpong Town | The main town area, known for its markets, restaurants, and access to local attractions. A bustling area that attracts tourists looking for convenience and local experiences. | Kalimpong Cactus Nursery, Deolo Hill, Kalimpong Arts and Crafts Centre, Zang Dhok Palri Phodang, St. Theresa Church |
| Deolo Hill | A stunning hilltop area offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas and lush landscapes. Popular among tourists seeking tranquility and nature activities like trekking. | Deolo Hill Park, Golf Course, Nature walks, Paragliding, Sunrise viewpoints |
| Dr. Graham's Homes | A historical institution with beautiful architecture and gardens. Attracts visitors interested in history and education, and is a peaceful area for prospective Airbnb hosts. | Dr. Graham's Homes Campus, Heritage buildings, Beautiful gardens, Local cultural activities |
| Mangal Dham | A religious and scenic area known for its temples and peaceful environment. Ideal for spiritual tourists and those seeking a serene atmosphere. | Mangal Dham Temple, Peaceful gardens, Local festivals, Scenic views |
| Lamghur | A quieter area on the outskirts of Kalimpong, surrounded by nature. Great for those looking for a retreat or wellness-focused stays, attracting families and couples. | Nature trails, Viewpoints, Local village experiences, Farm stays, Culinary experiences |
| Rinkingpong | Known for its stunning views and serene environment, this area is perfect for relaxation and nature lovers. It attracts those seeking unique stays away from the hustle and bustle. | Scenic viewpoints, Hiking trails, Local wildlife, Tea gardens |
| Suroth | This hidden gem offers a peaceful atmosphere with beautiful landscapes, attracting travelers looking for tranquility and nature. Perfect for small, intentional stays. | Nature walks, Bird watching, Local tea estates, Rural villages |
| Dikpochak | A remote area ideal for adventure enthusiasts looking for trekking and exploration. Offers a unique experience away from the typical tourist hotspots, attracting thrill-seekers. | Trekking routes, Natural landscapes, Local culture, Adventure sports |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Kalimpong is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 53% of listings, against 47% for entire homes. Houses are the most common property type at 38%, about 1.6 times the share of apartments and condos (24%).
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Kalimpong Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Private room | 52.9% | 36 |
| Entire home | 47.1% | 32 |
Listings by property type
Kalimpong Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 38.2% | 26 |
| Apartment/Condo | 23.5% | 16 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 22.1% | 15 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 8.8% | 6 |
| Others | 7.4% | 5 |
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Kalimpong (38% of entire homes), and 34% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 32 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Kalimpong 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 | 6.3% | 2 |
| 1 bedroom | 37.5% | 12 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.9% | 7 |
| 3 bedrooms | 25.0% | 8 |
| 4 bedrooms | 6.3% | 2 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.1% | 1 |
Most Kalimpong listings are sized for couples and small families: 63% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 16% take eight or more. Shares are of the 38 listings with a guest capacity on file (56% of the market).
Kalimpong 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 | 47.4% | 18 |
| 4 guests | 15.8% | 6 |
| 5 guests | 5.3% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 15.8% | 6 |
| 8+ guests | 15.8% | 6 |
Kalimpong hosts set up an average of 2 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a third of listings (32%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Kalimpong: 96% of listings offer it, and 84% have a pet-friendly policy.
Share of Kalimpong listings with each common amenity
Guests
Most Kalimpong guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 28% of those who left reviews live outside India, led by visitors from the United States and the United Kingdom. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 40%, followed by Hindi and Bengali.
72% of Kalimpong guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Kalimpong guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Kolkata | 16.8% |
| Mumbai | 9.9% |
| New Delhi | 8.9% |
| Bengaluru | 8.9% |
| London | 3.0% |
Where Kalimpong guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| India | 72.3% |
| United States | 5.8% |
| United Kingdom | 4.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | 2.9% |
| Thailand | 2.2% |
Languages spoken by Kalimpong guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 39.6% |
| Hindi | 33.2% |
| Bengali | 16.0% |
| French | 3.7% |
| Punjabi | 1.6% |
Kalimpong Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 49% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.77.
Communication and check-in score highest in Kalimpong; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.79 |
| Cleanliness | 4.82 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.79 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.77 |
Booking patterns
Nearly all Kalimpong listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 3% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 49% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kalimpong listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 80.9% | 55 |
| 181-270 days | 16.2% | 11 |
| 91-180 days | 2.9% | 2 |
Days a year Kalimpong listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 2.9% | 2 |
| 91-180 days | 17.6% | 12 |
| 31-90 days | 30.9% | 21 |
| 1-30 days | 48.5% | 33 |
The average Kalimpong booking lasts 3.6 nights, longest in May and shortest in August. Listings took about 12 bookings each over the year. Check-in is split almost evenly between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Kalimpong
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly all listings in Kalimpong accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Kalimpong listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Moderate and Firm are the most common cancellation policies in Kalimpong, each used by 32% of listings. Hosts here lean flexible: 56% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 38% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Kalimpong listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
56% of Kalimpong listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 3% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing listing, a private room at ₹22,094 a night (about three times the ₹7,355 that puts a listing in the top 10% here), is left out below: a price like that usually means it covers several rooms or units, or that it is misrecorded. Leaving it out, the top earner in Kalimpong, a four-bedroom home, took in ₹1,720,000 over the past year, about 6.6 times the city's average of ₹263,000.
Niharika, The Old Place Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Elegant cottage facing the Kanchenjunga range Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88
3BHK self service apartment with lawn in Kalimpong Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.85
Panorama. A Heritage Bungalow Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
tThembre Cottage A Self Serviced Residence Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Munal Loft Suite A 2BHK Valley-view Getaway Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 Fewer than 1% of Kalimpong listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 43% of listings. Six in ten 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 71% of listings.
Nearby markets
Kalimpong out-earns every one of the three nearby markets in the table, all within 37 km; the best of them, Gangtok, averaged about 11% less per listing. Darjeeling was the busiest, booked on 27% of nights against 22% in Kalimpong.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darjeeling 21 km | 266 | ₹219,822 | ₹3,647 | 27% |
| Gangtok 33 km | 206 | ₹234,201 | ₹3,913 | 26% |
| Siliguri 37 km | 112 | ₹134,658 | ₹2,772 | 24% |
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FAQ
An active Kalimpong Airbnb grossed ₹262,875 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 68 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₹43,300 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kalimpong listings earn between ₹8,360 and ₹43,300 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₹92,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Kalimpong were booked on 22% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 30% for the West Bengal average. December is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Kalimpong cost ₹4,242 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₹1,865 and ₹3,975; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
None of the active Kalimpong 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 Kalimpong Airbnb grossed ₹262,875 in the 12 months to September 2026, 6% above the West Bengal average of ₹248,026, 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 ₹36,600 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
June usually pays best, averaging ₹49,300 per active listing over the past two years, and July usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Kalimpong listing was open to book earned ₹1,100 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 ₹3,020 or more.
Kalimpong stays were booked 27 days (about four weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Kalimpong Airbnb stay lasted 3.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 12 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Kalimpong Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Kalimpong Town, Deolo Hill and Dr. Graham's Homes draw the most short-term rental interest in Kalimpong. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 68 active Airbnb listings in Kalimpong as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Darjeeling, 21 km away.
In Kalimpong, 56% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 3% of gross revenue.
Method
Figures on this page cover 68 active Airbnb listings in Kalimpong 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.
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