Sea View Entire Villa- Private Garden&Beach Access Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- €44,573
- Occupancy
- 61.8%
- Daily rate
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Scalea, Italy Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Scalea brought in €4,856 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 14% less than the Cosenza average of €5,619.
The short answer
Scalea Airbnb Market at a Glance
Scalea is priced below the Cosenza average. Listings averaged €88 a night, about 20% less than that average of €110, and were booked on 31% of available nights, close to its 30% occupancy.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 5.4 times as much as in December, usually the slowest.
With 126 active listings, Scalea is the largest of 25 Cosenza markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 58% while the number of active listings shrank 22%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Scalea?
Gross bookings per Scalea listing averaged €4,856 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Cosenza average: €5,619), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Scalea listing brings in €2,090 in August, its best month, and €383 in December, its slowest. January runs within 1% of December, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 48% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €1,640+ a month, about 2.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €1,110 or more, roughly €450 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €657 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €301 or less, about 46% 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 5.4 times what December does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €2,350 €337
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €783. 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.
Scalea Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
August 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | €830 | 31.4% | €82 | €28 | 49 days | 6 nights |
| Oct 2025 | €667 | 26.8% | €78 | €22 | 40 days | 5.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | €374 | 19.9% | €76 | €12 | 32 days | 4.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | €361 | 17.2% | €77 | €12 | 16 days | 4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | €337 | 14.5% | €77 | €11 | 16 days | 3.3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | €411 | 20.9% | €77 | €15 | 23 days | 7.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | €337 | 13.4% | €77 | €11 | 10 days | 3.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | €523 | 20.2% | €78 | €17 | 35 days | 5.4 nights |
| May 2026 | €671 | 23.2% | €86 | €22 | 45 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jun 2026 | €929 | 30.3% | €94 | €31 | 53 days | 6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | €2,102 | 52.6% | €104 | €68 | 87 days | 7.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | €2,347 | 56.2% | €110 | €76 | 100 days | 5.9 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Scalea address, run it through the Airbnb income calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Scalea Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Scalea Airbnb took in €4,856 in the 12 months to September 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about €8,200, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about €510 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
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.
Scalea Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | €4,606 | €7,770 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Scalea bookings | €250 | €430 |
| Gross bookings | €4,856 | €8,200 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 10%: 15.5% for the 52% of Scalea listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −€460 | −€780 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; €0 if you clean yourself | −€250 | −€430 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −€240 | −€410 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −€100 | −€160 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −€150 | −€250 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −€50 | −€50 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −€20 | −€20 |
| 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 21% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −€1,270 | −€2,100 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | €3,586about €300 a month | €6,100about €510 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Scalea Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Scalea'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 Scalea home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Scalea's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Scalea listings are booked on 40% or more of their nights, against 23% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of €78 adds about €776 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge €100 a night or more, against a median of €78. 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 €460 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about €2,090, against €383 in December, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Scalea listings average 4.58 stars, and 15% 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 €680 a month, against €400 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Scalea?
Scalea listings were booked on 31% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Cosenza average and 8 percentage points below the Italy average (39%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 17% in January to 56% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.4 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 56%+ of open nights, 33 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 40% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 23% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 10% or less, less than one night a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Scalea, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 29% 56% 13%
The 12-month rate of 31% 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 Scalea?
The average nightly rate in Scalea, known as ADR (average daily rate), was €88 over the past year, about 20% below the Cosenza average of €110 and about 50% below the Italy average of €175. In a typical year, rates peak in August at about €100 and bottom out in March and December at about €74.
The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge €135+ a night, about 1.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge €100 or more, about €20 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about €78 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge €56 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
August rates run 38% above March's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €110 €72
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €82. The 12-month ADR of €88 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 Scalea?
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 Scalea it averaged €33 over the past year, from about €12 in a typical December to about €67 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €58+ per open night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €40 or more, about €12 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €28 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €17 or less, about 61% of the median.
August RevPAR is about 5.4 times December's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €76 €11
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €26. The 12-month RevPAR of €33 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Scalea
Scalea has one high season, July and August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to February and slows again in April and May. A listing earns about 3.6 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Scalea
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average €2,090 €383
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, €800.
Revenue by month in Scalea in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | €384 |
| February | Low season | €483 |
| March | Shoulder season | €758 |
| April | Low season | €560 |
| May | Low season | €563 |
| June | Shoulder season | €772 |
| July | High season | €1,700 |
| August | High season | €2,090 |
| September | Shoulder season | €815 |
| October | Low season | €652 |
| November | Low season | €446 |
| December | Low season | €383 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly–August | €1,890 | 52% | €99 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, June, September | €782 | 31% | €81 |
| Low seasonApril–May, October–February | €496 | 22% | €77 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Scalea?
Guests book Scalea stays 56 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 89 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical August booking is made in mid-May.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 38 days 100 days 10 days
The 12-month figure of 56 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 Scalea
87% of the 126 active listings in Scalea display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
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 Scalea.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Scalea
AirROI's area guide picks five Scalea neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Centro Storico, Scalea Beach and Marina di Scalea. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Storico | The historic center of Scalea, known for its medieval architecture and charming narrow streets. It's a cultural hub that attracts visitors interested in history and local traditions. | Castello Normanno, Piazza della Repubblica, Chiesa di Santa Maria della Visitazione, Arco Magno, Museo del Peperoncino |
| Scalea Beach | A beautiful stretch of sandy beach that offers stunning views and relaxing opportunities. This area is popular during the summer months and draws tourists looking for sun and sea. | Spiaggia di Scalea, Lido Moby Dick, Lido da Franco, Calypso Beach, Torre Talao |
| Marina di Scalea | The marina area offers a mix of modern amenities and scenic views. This area is attractive to visitors looking for boat rentals and fresh seafood. | Porto di Scalea, Ristoranti di pesce, Passeggiata della Marina, Chiesa di San Giuseppe, Mercato del pesce |
| Villaggio dell'Obelisco | A holiday village offering family-friendly accommodations and amenities. Attracts families and groups looking for an all-in-one holiday destination. | Obelisco di Scalea, Piscine del Villaggio, Aree gioco per bambini, Eventi e attività per famiglie, Ristoranti e bar del villaggio |
| Spezzano della Sila | A countryside area inland from Scalea known for its natural beauty and scenic landscapes. It attracts nature lovers and those looking to escape the coast. | Parco Nazionale della Sila, Lago di Arvo, Sentieri per trekking, Punti panoramici, Villaggi tradizionali |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Scalea Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Scalea are entire homes (91%), with private rooms at 9%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 75%, about four times the share of houses (19%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Scalea Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 91%
- Private room 9%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 91.3% | 115 |
| Private room | 8.7% | 11 |
Listings by property type
Scalea Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 75%
- House 19%
- Hotel/Boutique 6%
- Others <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 74.6% | 94 |
| House | 19.0% | 24 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 5.6% | 7 |
| Others | 0.8% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Scalea Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Scalea (49% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (45%). Shares are of the 114 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Scalea entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
45%
49%
6%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 44.7% | 51 |
| 2 bedrooms | 49.1% | 56 |
| 3 bedrooms | 6.1% | 7 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Scalea
A typical one-bedroom home in Scalea earned €2,820 over the past year, against €3,090 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 51 | €2,820 | €4,570 | €73 | 33% |
| 2 bedrooms | 56 | €3,090 | €4,190 | €90 | 30% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Scalea Sleep?
The most common capacity in Scalea is four guests (42% of listings), and 23% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 115 listings with a guest capacity on file (91% of the market).
Scalea listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
7%
10%
42%
17%
17%
3%
3%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 7.0% | 8 |
| 3 guests | 10.4% | 12 |
| 4 guests | 41.7% | 48 |
| 5 guests | 17.4% | 20 |
| 6 guests | 17.4% | 20 |
| 7 guests | 2.6% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 3.5% | 4 |
How Scalea Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Scalea hosts set up an average of 2.9 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. 59% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 14
- Beds per listing
- 2.9
- Show exact location
- 59%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Scalea Offer?
Washers are close to standard in Scalea: 83% of listings have one, and 72% offer free parking on site.
Share of Scalea listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Scalea
Listings in Scalea with a single-level layout earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: €8,880 against €4,350. Listings with a mosquito net show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for free street parking (about 75% 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 Scalea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single level home | 11% | €8,880 | €4,350 | +104% |
| Mosquito net | 13% | €8,700 | €4,300 | +103% |
| Free street parking | 37% | €6,720 | €3,790 | +77% |
| Outdoor furniture | 35% | €6,700 | €3,870 | +73% |
| Beach access | 35% | €6,210 | €4,130 | +51% |
| Self check-in | 34% | €6,210 | €4,160 | +49% |
| Outdoor shower | 16% | €6,360 | €4,570 | +39% |
| Outdoor dining area | 37% | €5,770 | €4,310 | +34% |
| Backyard | 15% | €5,640 | €4,720 | +20% |
| Sun loungers | 8% | €5,310 | €4,820 | +10% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Scalea?
Scalea runs on foreign visitors: 65% of guests who left reviews live outside Italy. The United States sends the most guests from abroad, with 19% of reviewers, ahead of Germany at 6%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 35%, followed by Italian and Spanish.
65% of Scalea guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 65%
- Domestic 35%
Where Scalea guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Rome | 9.2% |
| Austin | 2.4% |
| Milan | 2.4% |
| Port Angeles | 1.9% |
| Berlin | 1.5% |
Where Scalea guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Italy | 34.9% |
| United States | 19.3% |
| Germany | 5.7% |
| Poland | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | 4.2% |
Languages spoken by Scalea guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 35.1% |
| Italian | 21.4% |
| Spanish | 10.9% |
| French | 9.3% |
| German | 6.9% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Scalea?
Scalea Airbnbs average 4.58 stars, and 15% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.46, against 4.74 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Scalea; 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 | 4.63 |
| Cleanliness | 4.57 |
| Communication | 4.74 |
| Location | 4.48 |
| Check-in | 4.65 |
| Value | 4.46 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Scalea: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly all Scalea listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but fewer than 1% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 46% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Scalea listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 86%
- 181-270 days 13%
- 91-180 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 85.7% | 108 |
| 181-270 days | 13.5% | 17 |
| 91-180 days | 0.8% | 1 |
Days a year Scalea listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 181-270 days <1%
- 91-180 days 14%
- 31-90 days 39%
- 1-30 days 46%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 0.8% | 1 |
| 91-180 days | 14.3% | 18 |
| 31-90 days | 38.9% | 49 |
| 1-30 days | 46.0% | 58 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Scalea?
The average Scalea booking lasts 6.3 nights, longest in July and shortest in December. Listings took about 8 bookings each over the year. Nearly two-thirds of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Scalea
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.1 nights 7.8 nights 3.4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Scalea Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
45% of listings in Scalea accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is two nights. A smaller group, 16%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Scalea 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 Scalea?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Scalea, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 56% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 38% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Scalea listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Scalea?
About three-quarters of Scalea listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is €40; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 6.3 nights, that adds roughly €6 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 5% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- €40
- Listings charging a fee
- 75.4%
- Share of gross revenue
- 5.2%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Scalea
The top-grossing Airbnb in Scalea, a three-bedroom home, took in €44,600 over the past year, about 9.2 times the city's average of €4,860. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Sea View Entire Villa- Private Garden&Beach Access Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Wunderfull view 4 room apartment close to the sea Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.70 - Revenue
- €19,378
- Occupancy
- 57.4%
- Daily rate
- €163
Between the mountains and the sea Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- €16,088
- Occupancy
- 56.5%
- Daily rate
- €115
Relax in the Domi home Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- €15,717
- Occupancy
- 58.9%
- Daily rate
- €65
Casa Vacanze Irene 18 - Authentic charm of Scalea Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- €14,745
- Occupancy
- 45.1%
- Daily rate
- €90
Apartment by the Sea Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- €14,323
- Occupancy
- 32.8%
- Daily rate
- €111
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Scalea?
Alina is the top-grossing host in Scalea, with €44,600 in bookings from a single listing over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 15% of the market's 126 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alina | 1 | €44,573 | €44,573 | 5.00/5 | |
| Lorenzo | 3 | €35,789 | €11,930 | 4.90/5 | |
| Kalispera | 2 | €20,826 | €10,413 | 4.71/5 | |
| 4 | Vilma And Tomas | 1 | €19,378 | €19,378 | 4.70/5 |
| 5 | Katerina | 2 | €17,126 | €8,563 | 4.64/5 |
| 6 | Giovanna | 3 | €16,465 | €5,488 | 4.54/5 |
| 7 | Enerlida | 1 | €16,088 | €16,088 | 4.88/5 |
| 8 | Roberto | 1 | €15,717 | €15,717 | 4.98/5 |
| 9 | Sandro | 1 | €14,323 | €14,323 | 4.91/5 |
| 10 | Alessandro | 4 | €13,765 | €3,441 | 4.86/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Scalea?
Only 2% of Scalea listings are classed as professionally managed. Only one in five listings are run by Superhosts. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 52% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 19.8%
- Professional management
- 2.4%
- Cohosted listings
- 14.3%
- Instant Book enabled
- 34.9%
- Simplified Pricing
- 52.4%
Nearby markets
Scalea vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 39 km, Diamante (14 km away, 47 listings) earned the most per listing, about 70% more than Scalea. Maratea was the busiest, booked on 34% of nights against 31% in Scalea.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Nicola Arcella 4 km | 41 | €5,575 | €160 | 26% |
| Praia a Mare 9 km | 44 | €5,144 | €148 | 25% |
| Diamante 14 km | 47 | €8,250 | €130 | 32% |
| Maratea 22 km | 104 | €7,563 | €136 | 34% |
| Sapri 32 km | 40 | €4,111 | €100 | 31% |
| Trani 34 km | 35 | €4,092 | €84 | 26% |
| Vibonati 35 km | 40 | €5,980 | €165 | 32% |
| San Giovanni a Piro 39 km | 63 | €4,205 | €121 | 27% |
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FAQ
Scalea Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Scalea?
An active Scalea Airbnb grossed €4,856 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 126 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in €1,110 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Scalea?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Scalea listings earn between €301 and €1,110 in a typical month, and the top tenth €1,640 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 Scalea?
Listings in Scalea were booked on 31% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 30% for the Cosenza average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Scalea?
The average booked night in Scalea cost €88 before fees. Half of listings charge between €56 and €100, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Scalea?
In Scalea, 87% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Scalea?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Scalea Airbnb grossed €4,856 in the 12 months to September 2026, 14% below the Cosenza average of €5,619, counting listings open only part of the year. 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, has about €510 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Scalea?
August usually pays best, averaging €2,090 per active listing over the past two years, and December usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Scalea?
Each night a Scalea listing was open to book earned €33 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 €58 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Scalea?
Scalea stays were booked 56 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 Scalea?
The average Scalea Airbnb stay lasted 6.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 8 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Scalea rated?
Guests rate Scalea Airbnbs 4.58 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Scalea?
Centro Storico, Scalea Beach and Marina di Scalea draw the most short-term rental interest in Scalea. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Scalea?
AirROI counted 126 active Airbnb listings in Scalea as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is San Nicola Arcella, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Scalea?
In Scalea, about three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is €40; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 126 active Airbnb listings in Scalea 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 euros at €0.86 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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