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Cork, Ireland Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cork brought in €25,272 over the 12 months through October 2026, in line with the County Cork average of €25,124.
The short answer
Cork Airbnb Market at a Glance
Cork is cheaper but busier than the County Cork average. Listings averaged €171 a night and were booked on 52% of available nights, against €195 and 45% for the County Cork average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 372 active listings, Cork is the second-largest of 12 County Cork markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 10% while the number of active listings grew 27%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cork?
Gross bookings per Cork listing averaged €25,272 over the 12 months to October 2026 (County Cork average: €25,124), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Cork listing brings in €3,560 in August, its best month, and €1,810 in January, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: August leads July by 3%, and January sits just 3% below February, 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 2.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €5,890+ a month, about 2.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €4,010 or more, roughly €1,700 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €2,360 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €1,340 or less, about 57% 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.
August earns about twice what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average €3,880 €1,760
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €2,720. 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.
Cork 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.
August 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in July 2026 and bookings in September 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | €3,103 | 62.2% | €166 | €100 | 65 days | 4.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | €2,370 | 52.1% | €163 | €79 | 42 days | 4.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | €2,348 | 48.5% | €164 | €76 | 45 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | €1,757 | 39.0% | €161 | €57 | 34 days | 5.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | €1,951 | 47.5% | €160 | €70 | 29 days | 6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | €2,612 | 52.0% | €163 | €84 | 43 days | 5.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | €2,610 | 52.0% | €167 | €87 | 51 days | 4.8 nights |
| May 2026 | €3,502 | 62.8% | €169 | €113 | 69 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | €3,534 | 59.7% | €178 | €118 | 76 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | €3,708 | 55.0% | €179 | €120 | 68 days | 4.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | €3,884 | 66.6% | €179 | €125 | 73 days | 4.5 nights |
| Sep 2026 | €3,572 | 67.0% | €178 | €119 | 61 days | 3.8 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.
The typical Cork listing earns about €2,360 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb profit calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cork Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cork Airbnb took in €25,272 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about €1,460 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 €2,490 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the €1,390 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about €1,570 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about €1,260 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.
Cork Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | €23,882 | €40,460 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay6% of Cork bookings | €1,390 | €2,360 |
| Gross bookings | €25,272 | €42,820 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Cork listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −€3,470 | −€5,870 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; €0 if you clean yourself | −€1,390 | −€2,360 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −€1,260 | −€2,140 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −€510 | −€860 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −€760 | −€1,280 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −€250 | −€250 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −€130 | −€130 |
| 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 | −€7,770 | −€12,890 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | €17,502about €1,460 a month | €29,930about €2,490 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cork Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cork'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 Cork home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Cork's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cork listings are booked on 78% or more of their nights, against 60% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of €135 adds about €1,340 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge €220 a night or more, against a median of €135. 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 €2,390 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about €3,560, against €1,810 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Cork listings average 4.75 stars, and 44% 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 €3,570 a month, against €2,110 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cork?
Cork listings were booked on 52% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points above the County Cork average (45%) and 7 points above the Ireland average (45%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 65% in September and falls to 43% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 89%+ of open nights, 29 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 78% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 60% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 35% or less, under three nights a week.
September is usually the busiest month in Cork, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 56% 67% 39%
The 12-month rate of 52% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Cork?
The average nightly rate in Cork, known as ADR (average daily rate), was €171 over the past year, about 12% below the County Cork average of €195 and about 19% below the Ireland average of €210. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in August and September at about €170 and bottom out in November and December at about €150.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge €305+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge €220 or more, about €85 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about €135 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge €88 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
August rates run 14% above December's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average €179 €137
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €161. The 12-month ADR of €171 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 Cork?
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 Cork it averaged €92 over the past year, from about €58 in a typical January to about €115 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €185+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €125 or more, about €50 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €73 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €42 or less, about 58% of the median.
August RevPAR is about twice January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average €125 €57
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €89.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cork
Cork has one high season, May through September, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to February. A listing earns about 73% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Cork
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average €3,560 €1,810
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, €2,720.
Revenue by month in Cork in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | €1,810 |
| February | Low season | €1,870 |
| March | Shoulder season | €2,540 |
| April | Shoulder season | €2,530 |
| May | High season | €3,240 |
| June | High season | €3,240 |
| July | High season | €3,450 |
| August | High season | €3,560 |
| September | High season | €3,310 |
| October | Shoulder season | €2,710 |
| November | Low season | €2,110 |
| December | Low season | €2,240 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–September | €3,360 | 62% | €170 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch–April, October | €2,590 | 57% | €157 |
| Low seasonNovember–February | €2,010 | 49% | €152 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cork?
Guests book Cork stays 58 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). June stays are booked furthest out, about 72 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 29 days. A typical June booking is made in early April.
June stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 54 days 76 days 29 days
The 12-month figure of 58 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 Cork
None of the 372 active listings in Cork 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 Cork.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cork
AirROI's area guide picks five Cork neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Cork City Centre, Ballincollig and Blarney. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cork City Centre | The lively heart of Cork with a rich cultural scene, ideal for tourists wanting to explore attractions, shops, and eateries. | English Market, Shandon Bells, Cork Opera House, Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral, Elizabeth Fort |
| Ballincollig | A suburban area with a growing population and close proximity to Cork City, attracting families and long-term stays. | Ballincollig Regional Park, The Muskerry Golf Club, Ballincollig Castle |
| Blarney | Famous for the Blarney Castle and its stone, this area draws tourists interested in history and culture, with potential for short stays. | Blarney Castle, Blarney Woollen Mills, The Blarney Stone |
| Midleton | Home to the famous Jameson Distillery, appealing to tourists interested in whiskey production and local charm. | Jameson Distillery, Midleton Farmers Market, Old Midleton Distillery, East Cork Golf Club |
| Youghal | A historic seaside town with beautiful beaches and a charming town square, great for family vacations and beachgoers. | Youghal Beach, Youghal Clock Tower, Anglippe Marina, Redbarn Beach |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Cork Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Cork is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 45% of listings, against 55% for entire homes. Houses are the most common property type at 61%, about twice the share of apartments and condos (31%).
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Cork Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 55%
- Private room 45%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 54.6% | 203 |
| Private room | 45.4% | 169 |
Listings by property type
Cork Airbnb listings by property type
- House 61%
- Apartment/Condo 31%
- Hotel/Boutique 3%
- Cabin/Outdoor 2%
- Others 2%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 61.0% | 227 |
| Apartment/Condo | 31.5% | 117 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.0% | 11 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.9% | 7 |
| Others | 1.9% | 7 |
| Unique stay | 0.8% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Cork Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Cork (37% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (34%). Shares are of the 200 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Cork entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
4%
34%
37%
13%
10%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.5% | 7 |
| 1 bedroom | 33.5% | 67 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.5% | 73 |
| 3 bedrooms | 13.0% | 26 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.5% | 19 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.0% | 8 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Cork
A typical one-bedroom home in Cork earned €29,700 over the past year, against €31,200 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 67 | €29,700 | €30,100 | €172 | 58% |
| 2 bedrooms | 73 | €40,400 | €40,800 | €253 | 54% |
| 3 bedrooms | 26 | €32,200 | €37,700 | €270 | 48% |
| 4 bedrooms | 19 | €31,200 | €40,100 | €327 | 55% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Cork Sleep?
Most Cork listings are sized for couples and small families: 72% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 9% take eight or more. Shares are of the 222 listings with a guest capacity on file (60% of the market).
Cork listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
34%
6%
31%
6%
10%
4%
9%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.4% | 3 |
| 2 guests | 33.8% | 75 |
| 3 guests | 5.9% | 13 |
| 4 guests | 31.1% | 69 |
| 5 guests | 5.9% | 13 |
| 6 guests | 9.9% | 22 |
| 7 guests | 3.6% | 8 |
| 8+ guests | 8.6% | 19 |
How Cork Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Cork hosts set up an average of 1.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About three in ten listings (30%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 18
- Beds per listing
- 1.8
- Show exact location
- 30%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Cork Offer?
Self check-in is common in Cork: 51% of listings offer it.
Share of Cork listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Cork
Listings in Cork with self check-in earned about 70% more a year, on average, than those without: €31,700 against €18,700. The gap is smaller for paid parking off premises (about 60% more) and a sound system (about 55% more). 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 Cork 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
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self check-in | 51% | €31,700 | €18,700 | +69% |
| Paid parking off premises | 11% | €37,800 | €23,800 | +59% |
| Sound system | 7% | €38,000 | €24,300 | +56% |
| Smart lock | 3% | €34,500 | €25,000 | +38% |
| Patio or balcony | 25% | €30,100 | €23,700 | +27% |
| Waterfront | 3% | €31,600 | €25,100 | +26% |
| Elevator | 9% | €30,900 | €24,700 | +25% |
| Pets allowed | 13% | €30,400 | €24,500 | +24% |
| Garden view | 10% | €29,600 | €24,800 | +20% |
| BBQ grill | 8% | €27,800 | €25,000 | +11% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Cork?
Cork runs on foreign visitors: 85% of guests who left reviews live outside Ireland. The United States leads with 26% of reviewers, ahead of the United Kingdom at 17%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 50%, followed by French and Spanish.
85% of Cork guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 85%
- Domestic 15%
Where Cork guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Dublin | 3.6% |
| London | 3.0% |
| Cork | 1.5% |
| New York | 1.1% |
Where Cork guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 26.1% |
| United Kingdom | 16.6% |
| Ireland | 14.9% |
| France | 10.1% |
| Canada | 6.0% |
Languages spoken by Cork guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 50.3% |
| French | 14.4% |
| Spanish | 9.6% |
| German | 8.7% |
| Italian | 4.0% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Cork?
Cork Airbnbs average 4.75 stars, and 44% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.65, against 4.87 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 123 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Cork; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.81 |
| Cleanliness | 4.75 |
| Communication | 4.87 |
| Location | 4.76 |
| Check-in | 4.85 |
| Value | 4.65 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Cork: Stays, Rules and Fees
About six in ten Cork listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 40% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 181 to 270 days a year, covering 29% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Cork listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 36%
- 181-270 days 25%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 10%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 35.8% | 133 |
| 181-270 days | 25.0% | 93 |
| 91-180 days | 28.8% | 107 |
| 31-90 days | 9.7% | 36 |
| 1-30 days | 0.8% | 3 |
Days a year Cork listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 12%
- 181-270 days 29%
- 91-180 days 25%
- 31-90 days 21%
- 1-30 days 13%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 11.6% | 43 |
| 181-270 days | 28.8% | 107 |
| 91-180 days | 25.3% | 94 |
| 31-90 days | 21.2% | 79 |
| 1-30 days | 13.2% | 49 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Cork?
Bookings in Cork average 4 to 5.4 nights depending on the month, longest in January and shortest in October. Listings took about 32 bookings each over the year, some 11,800 in all. 55% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Cork
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.7 nights 5.4 nights 4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Cork Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly three-quarters of listings in Cork accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Cork listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Cork?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Cork, used by 33% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 54% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 40% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Cork listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Cork?
About half of Cork listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is €41, and some higher fees lift the average to €79. Spread over the average stay of about five nights, that adds roughly €9 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 6% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- €41
- Average cleaning fee
- €79
- Listings charging a fee
- 50.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 5.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Cork
The top-grossing Airbnb in Cork, a five-bedroom home, took in €123,000 over the past year, about 4.9 times the city's average of €25,300.
Beautiful Art-Deco Townhouse Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Stunning Views 5-Min From Centre Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.85 - Revenue
- €120,380
- Occupancy
- 72.8%
- Daily rate
- €455
Heart of Cork: Opera Lane Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- €116,542
- Occupancy
- 47.3%
- Daily rate
- €600
Beautifully Restored Victorian Townhouse Cork City Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- €113,542
- Occupancy
- 65.3%
- Daily rate
- €477
3 Bed Apartment in the Heart of Cork City Centre Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.77 - Revenue
- €106,161
- Occupancy
- 75.2%
- Daily rate
- €380
Cool City Break Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- €94,788
- Occupancy
- 66.4%
- Daily rate
- €390
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Cork?
Christopher is the top-grossing host in Cork, with €425,000 in bookings across 8 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 12% of the market's 372 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christopher | 8 | €425,476 | €53,184 | 4.87/5 | |
| SL Living - Crawford House | 9 | €418,833 | €46,537 | 4.75/5 | |
| Hotel Isaacs | 5 | €313,180 | €62,636 | 4.75/5 | |
| 4 | Michael | 4 | €222,370 | €55,593 | 4.78/5 |
| 5 | Chris | 5 | €159,265 | €31,853 | 4.81/5 |
| 6 | Emma | 3 | €146,775 | €48,925 | 4.79/5 |
| 7 | Lucas | 5 | €136,313 | €27,263 | 4.89/5 |
| 8 | Anastasiia | 4 | €124,937 | €31,234 | 4.50/5 |
| 9 | John | 2 | €123,749 | €61,875 | 4.93/5 |
| 10 | Robert | 1 | €122,739 | €122,739 | 5.00/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Cork?
Only 3% of Cork listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 47% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 20% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 86% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 46.5%
- Professional management
- 3.0%
- Cohosted listings
- 16.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 19.6%
- Simplified Pricing
- 85.8%
Nearby markets
Cork vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 33 km, The Municipal District of Bandon-Kinsale (23 km away) earned the most per listing, about 40% more than Cork.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal District of Carrigaline 12 km | 67 | €33,732 | €307 | 48% |
| Municipal District of Cobh 13 km | 82 | €30,319 | €202 | 47% |
| Cobh 14 km | 45 | €31,661 | €231 | 48% |
| Kinsale 21 km | 36 | €30,805 | €280 | 46% |
| The Municipal District of Bandon-Kinsale 23 km | 237 | €35,343 | €235 | 50% |
| Municipal District of Macroom 27 km | 81 | €22,858 | €160 | 44% |
| The Municipal District of East Cork 32 km | 140 | €24,140 | €182 | 44% |
| The Municipal District of Fermoy 33 km | 48 | €18,151 | €198 | 39% |
Other Airbnb Markets in County Cork
- West Cork Airbnb data 783 listings
- The Municipal District of Kanturk-Mallow Airbnb data 63 listings
- Clonakilty Airbnb data 30 listings
See all 12 County Cork Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Cork
Markets elsewhere in Ireland with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Cork:
- Tralee Municipal District Airbnb data Ireland · €177/night · 47.7%
- Sligo Municipal Borough District Airbnb data Ireland · €173/night · 46.9%
- Limerick Airbnb data Ireland · €159/night · 48.5%
- Fingal Airbnb data Ireland · €181/night · 46.6%
- Athenry-Oranmore Municipal District Airbnb data Ireland · €187/night · 46.4%
FAQ
Cork Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cork?
An active Cork Airbnb grossed €25,272 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 372 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in €4,010 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cork?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cork listings earn between €1,340 and €4,010 in a typical month, and the top tenth €5,890 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 Cork?
Listings in Cork were booked on 52% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 45% for the County Cork average. September is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cork?
The average booked night in Cork cost €171 before fees. Half of listings charge between €88 and €220, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cork?
None of the active Cork 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.
Is Airbnb profitable in Cork?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cork Airbnb grossed €25,272 in the 12 months to October 2026, in line with the County Cork average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, €17,502 a year (about €1,460 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 €2,490 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cork?
August usually pays best, averaging €3,560 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 Cork?
Each night a Cork listing was open to book earned €92 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 €185 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cork?
Cork stays were booked 58 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Cork?
The average Cork Airbnb stay lasts about five nights. A listing took 32 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Cork rated?
Guests rate Cork Airbnbs 4.75 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cork?
Cork City Centre, Ballincollig and Blarney draw the most short-term rental interest in Cork. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cork?
AirROI counted 372 active Airbnb listings in Cork as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Municipal District of Carrigaline, 12 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cork?
In Cork, about half of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is €41, and some higher fees lift the average to €79.
How many tourists visit Cork, Ireland?
All of Europe had 793 million international tourist arrivals in 2025, UN Tourism reports. AirROI estimates 11,800 Airbnb stays in Cork, Ireland in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Ireland tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 372 active Airbnb listings in Cork 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 euros at €0.86 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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