Sundown on the Beach Entire home · 9 bedrooms - Revenue
- JMD 59.3M
- Occupancy
- 29.4%
- Daily rate
- JMD 656,531
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Discovery Bay, Jamaica Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Discovery Bay brought in JMD 3,186,511 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 25% more than the Saint Ann average of JMD 2,542,846.
The short answer
Discovery Bay Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Discovery Bay run ahead of the Saint Ann average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged JMD 39,618 a night and were booked on 33% of available nights, against JMD 34,900 and 32% for the Saint Ann average.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 70% more per listing than September, usually the slowest.
With 187 active listings, Discovery Bay is the third-largest of 8 Saint Ann markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 29% while the number of active listings grew 44%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Discovery Bay?
Gross bookings per Discovery Bay listing averaged JMD 3,186,511 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Saint Ann average: JMD 2,542,846), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Discovery Bay listing brings in JMD 616,000 in December, its best month, and JMD 363,000 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 30% 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 3.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn JMD 846,000+ a month, about 4.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn JMD 349,000 or more, roughly JMD 160,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about JMD 194,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn JMD 90,600 or less, about half 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.
December earns about 1.7 times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average JMD 738,000 JMD 334,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, JMD 489,000. 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.
Discovery Bay 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.
November 2025 led on revenue, while nightly rates and bookings both peaked in July 2026. Across the past two years, December is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | JMD 337,121 | 30.7% | JMD 35,273 | JMD 11,237 | 25 days | 5.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | JMD 394,566 | 29.6% | JMD 35,386 | JMD 12,728 | 26 days | 4.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | JMD 588,577 | 37.0% | JMD 35,425 | JMD 19,619 | 41 days | 6.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | JMD 493,411 | 36.8% | JMD 36,544 | JMD 15,916 | 43 days | 6.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | JMD 334,087 | 30.7% | JMD 36,353 | JMD 10,777 | 42 days | 5.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | JMD 432,711 | 32.8% | JMD 36,026 | JMD 15,454 | 35 days | 6.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | JMD 499,747 | 39.4% | JMD 36,345 | JMD 16,121 | 35 days | 5.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | JMD 511,527 | 39.5% | JMD 36,101 | JMD 17,051 | 30 days | 6.3 nights |
| May 2026 | JMD 446,673 | 34.1% | JMD 37,093 | JMD 14,409 | 26 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | JMD 489,785 | 37.1% | JMD 37,733 | JMD 16,326 | 39 days | 5.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | JMD 571,078 | 44.1% | JMD 38,072 | JMD 18,422 | 57 days | 5.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | JMD 506,737 | 43.5% | JMD 37,786 | JMD 16,346 | 54 days | 4.5 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Discovery Bay market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb revenue calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Discovery Bay Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Discovery Bay Airbnb took in JMD 3,186,511 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about JMD 181,000 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 JMD 328,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the JMD 259,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about JMD 202,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about JMD 156,000 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.
Discovery Bay Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | JMD 2,927,511 | JMD 5,253,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Discovery Bay bookings | JMD 259,000 | JMD 464,000 |
| Gross bookings | JMD 3,186,511 | JMD 5,717,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 74% of Discovery Bay listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −JMD 390,000 | −JMD 699,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; JMD 0 if you clean yourself | −JMD 259,000 | −JMD 464,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −JMD 159,000 | −JMD 286,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −JMD 64,000 | −JMD 114,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −JMD 96,000 | −JMD 172,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −JMD 32,000 | −JMD 32,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −JMD 16,000 | −JMD 16,000 |
| ManagementJMD 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | JMD 0 | JMD 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | JMD 0 | JMD 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | JMD 0 | JMD 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −JMD 1,016,000 | −JMD 1,783,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | JMD 2,170,511about JMD 181,000 a month | JMD 3,934,000about JMD 328,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Discovery Bay Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Discovery Bay'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 Discovery Bay 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 Discovery Bay's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Discovery Bay listings are booked on 53% or more of their nights, against 32% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of JMD 17,200 adds about JMD 172,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge JMD 21,000 a night or more, against a median of JMD 17,200. 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 JMD 293,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about JMD 616,000, against JMD 363,000 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Discovery Bay listings average 4.78 stars, and 41% 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 JMD 476,000 a month, against JMD 266,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Discovery Bay?
Discovery Bay listings were booked on 33% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Saint Ann average and in line with the Jamaica average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 42% in July and falls to 30% in September.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 42 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 53% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 32% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 15% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Discovery Bay, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 36% 44% 29%
The 12-month rate of 33% 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 Discovery Bay?
The average nightly rate in Discovery Bay, known as ADR (average daily rate), was JMD 39,618 over the past year, about 14% above the Saint Ann average of JMD 34,900 and about 38% above the Jamaica average of JMD 28,800. In a typical year, rates peak in December at about JMD 41,300 and bottom out in February and April at about JMD 35,700.
The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge JMD 43,900+ a night, about 2.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge JMD 21,000 or more, about JMD 3,800 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about JMD 17,200 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge JMD 14,800 or less, about 14% below the median.
December rates run 16% above April's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average JMD 46,100 JMD 35,100
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, JMD 37,300. The 12-month ADR of JMD 39,618 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 Discovery Bay?
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 Discovery Bay it averaged JMD 11,900 over the past year. Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, it runs from about JMD 12,100 in September to about JMD 19,900 in December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn JMD 14,600+ per open night, about 2.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn JMD 9,260 or more, about JMD 3,600 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about JMD 5,670 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn JMD 3,310 or less, about 58% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.6 times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average JMD 23,800 JMD 10,800
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, JMD 16,100. The 12-month RevPAR of JMD 11,900 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 Discovery Bay
Discovery Bay has two high seasons, June–July and November–December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Discovery Bay
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average JMD 616,000 JMD 363,000
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, JMD 489,000.
Revenue by month in Discovery Bay in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | JMD 472,000 |
| February | Shoulder season | JMD 459,000 |
| March | Low season | JMD 449,000 |
| April | Shoulder season | JMD 491,000 |
| May | Low season | JMD 436,000 |
| June | High season | JMD 531,000 |
| July | High season | JMD 582,000 |
| August | Shoulder season | JMD 505,000 |
| September | Low season | JMD 363,000 |
| October | Low season | JMD 416,000 |
| November | High season | JMD 551,000 |
| December | High season | JMD 616,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–July, November–December | JMD 570,000 | 37% | JMD 38,377 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary–February, April, August | JMD 482,000 | 37% | JMD 36,071 |
| Low seasonMarch, May, September–October | JMD 416,000 | 33% | JMD 37,334 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Discovery Bay?
Guests book Discovery Bay stays 37 days ahead on average (about five weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 49 days ahead, and September stays closest to arrival, about 25 days. A typical August booking is made in late June.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 36 days 57 days 23 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Discovery Bay
None of the 187 active listings in Discovery Bay 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 Discovery Bay.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Discovery Bay
AirROI's area guide picks five Discovery Bay neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by James Bond Beach, Discovery Bay and Tell Far. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| James Bond Beach | Famous for its crystal clear waters and golden sand, this beach is a hot spot for tourists looking for relaxation and fun. It's a popular filming location and offers beautiful scenery for guests. | James Bond Beach, Reggae Beach, Firefly Estate, Island Gully Falls, Green Grotto Caves |
| Discovery Bay | A tranquil area known for its beautiful beachfront and developed resorts. Ideal for tourists wanting a quieter getaway not far from popular attractions. | Columbus Park, Discovery Bay Beach, Green Grotto Caves, Fish Pond Beach, Crane Beach |
| Tell Far | A less popular but growing area with beautiful landscapes and a local vibe, perfect for travelers looking for an authentic Jamaican experience. | Bird Sanctuary, Community Market, Fishing Villages, Local Jerk Centers, Natural Springs |
| Bamboo (Bamboo Village) | A village setting that offers a more secluded beach experience, appealing to couples and those looking for romance and privacy. | Bamboo Beach Club, Private Villas, Local Artisans, Cultural Events, Natural Trails |
| Nine Mile | Famed as the birthplace of Bob Marley, this area attracts fans of reggae music and culture, combining history with tourism. | Bob Marley Mausoleum, Nine Mile Tour, Local Craft Markets, Reggae Tours, Nature Walks |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Discovery Bay Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Discovery Bay is an entire home: 95% of listings, with private rooms at 5%. Houses account for 83% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 11%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Discovery Bay Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 95%
- Private room 5%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 95.2% | 178 |
| Private room | 4.8% | 9 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Discovery Bay Airbnb listings by property type
- House 83%
- Apartment/Condo 11%
- Hotel/Boutique 5%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 83.4% | 156 |
| Apartment/Condo | 11.2% | 21 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 5.3% | 10 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Discovery Bay Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Discovery Bay (71% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (16%). Shares are of the 176 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Discovery Bay entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
16%
71%
5%
2%
6%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 16.5% | 29 |
| 2 bedrooms | 71.0% | 125 |
| 3 bedrooms | 4.5% | 8 |
| 4 bedrooms | 2.3% | 4 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5.7% | 10 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Discovery Bay
A typical one-bedroom home in Discovery Bay earned JMD 1,100,000 over the past year, against JMD 28,700,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 29 | JMD 1,100,000 | JMD 1,420,000 | JMD 18,718 | 37% |
| 2 bedrooms | 125 | JMD 960,000 | JMD 1,370,000 | JMD 17,434 | 34% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 10 | JMD 28,700,000 | JMD 28,300,000 | JMD 339,779 | 27% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Discovery Bay Sleep?
Most Discovery Bay listings are sized for couples and small families: 73% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 12% take eight or more.
Discovery Bay listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
15%
2%
56%
4%
9%
1%
12%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 15.4% | 28 |
| 3 guests | 1.6% | 3 |
| 4 guests | 56.0% | 102 |
| 5 guests | 4.4% | 8 |
| 6 guests | 9.3% | 17 |
| 7 guests | 1.1% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 12.1% | 22 |
How Discovery Bay Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Discovery Bay hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing. Only 43% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 18
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 43%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Discovery Bay Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Discovery Bay: 99% of listings offer it.
Share of Discovery Bay listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Discovery Bay
Listings in Discovery Bay with a kayak earned about 10.6 times as much a year, on average, as those without: JMD 21,000,000 against JMD 1,970,000. The gap is smaller for a pool view (about 7.3 times as much) and an outdoor dining area (about 6.2 times as much). 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 Discovery Bay 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayak | 6% | JMD 21,000,000 | JMD 1,970,000 | +965% |
| Pool view | 7% | JMD 16,100,000 | JMD 2,220,000 | +626% |
| Outdoor dining area | 28% | JMD 8,080,000 | JMD 1,300,000 | +522% |
| Pool | 31% | JMD 7,400,000 | JMD 1,290,000 | +471% |
| Waterfront | 10% | JMD 12,100,000 | JMD 2,180,000 | +453% |
| Sun loungers | 11% | JMD 11,500,000 | JMD 2,190,000 | +424% |
| Outdoor shower | 8% | JMD 12,300,000 | JMD 2,390,000 | +417% |
| Exercise equipment | 6% | JMD 12,600,000 | JMD 2,540,000 | +398% |
| Sound system | 13% | JMD 10,200,000 | JMD 2,100,000 | +387% |
| BBQ grill | 16% | JMD 9,330,000 | JMD 2,060,000 | +353% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Discovery Bay?
Discovery Bay runs on foreign visitors: 86% of guests who left reviews live outside Jamaica. The United States leads with 62% of reviewers, ahead of Canada at 13%.
86% of Discovery Bay guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 86%
- Domestic 14%
Where Discovery Bay guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| New York | 10.2% |
| Kingston | 9.2% |
| Fort Lauderdale | 4.9% |
| Toronto | 4.1% |
| London | 3.4% |
Where Discovery Bay guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 62.2% |
| Jamaica | 14.2% |
| Canada | 12.5% |
| United Kingdom | 9.2% |
Languages spoken by Discovery Bay guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 86.7% |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| Portuguese | 3.1% |
| French | 2.6% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Discovery Bay?
Discovery Bay Airbnbs average 4.78 stars, and 41% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.78.
Communication scores highest in Discovery Bay; 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 | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.81 |
| Communication | 4.87 |
| Location | 4.81 |
| Check-in | 4.83 |
| Value | 4.78 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Discovery Bay: Stays, Rules and Fees
About nine in ten Discovery Bay listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 11% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 35% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Discovery Bay listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 68%
- 181-270 days 21%
- 91-180 days 10%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 68.4% | 128 |
| 181-270 days | 21.4% | 40 |
| 91-180 days | 9.6% | 18 |
| 31-90 days | 0.5% | 1 |
Days a year Discovery Bay listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days <1%
- 181-270 days 11%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 32%
- 1-30 days 35%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 0.5% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 10.7% | 20 |
| 91-180 days | 21.9% | 41 |
| 31-90 days | 32.1% | 60 |
| 1-30 days | 34.8% | 65 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Discovery Bay?
The average Discovery Bay booking lasts 5.7 nights, longest in December and shortest in September. Listings took about 13 bookings each over the year, some 2,300 in all. Nearly nine in ten 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 Discovery Bay
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.2 nights 6 nights 4.3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Discovery Bay Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly three-quarters of listings in Discovery Bay accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Discovery Bay 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 Discovery Bay?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Discovery Bay, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about seven in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 23% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Discovery Bay listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Discovery Bay?
About three-quarters of Discovery Bay listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about JMD 8,689. Spread over the average stay of 5.7 nights, that adds roughly JMD 1,520 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- JMD 8,689
- Average cleaning fee
- JMD 9,356
- Listings charging a fee
- 75.4%
- Share of gross revenue
- 8.1%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Discovery Bay
The top-grossing Airbnb in Discovery Bay, a nine-bedroom home, took in JMD 59,300,000 over the past year, about 19 times the city's average of JMD 3,190,000. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.
Sundown on the Beach Entire home · 9 bedrooms 
Fully Staffed Villa | Chef & Butler | 8–16 Guests Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.80 - Revenue
- JMD 45.2M
- Occupancy
- 36.5%
- Daily rate
- JMD 374,114
Villa Mimosa Jamaica: Luxurious Resort Experience Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- JMD 36.9M
- Occupancy
- 38.7%
- Daily rate
- JMD 283,154
Luxe Grand Villa, Modern Luxurious w/private beach Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.80 - Revenue
- JMD 33.9M
- Occupancy
- 22.6%
- Daily rate
- JMD 408,441
7-9 BDR Villa Private Beach Staff Watersports Entire home · 9 bedrooms - Revenue
- JMD 33.4M
- Occupancy
- 17.9%
- Daily rate
- JMD 626,795
Beachfront 5br Villa Pool Watersports Staff Entire home · 5 bedrooms - Revenue
- JMD 28.7M
- Occupancy
- 20.1%
- Daily rate
- JMD 431,258
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Discovery Bay?
Julie is the top-grossing host in Discovery Bay, with JMD 86.8 million in bookings across 3 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 10% of the market's 187 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julie | 3 | JMD 86,774,307 | JMD 28,924,769 | 4.85/5 | |
| Beach Luxe Vacations Ltd. | 1 | JMD 59,289,578 | JMD 59,289,578 | – | |
| Rory | 6 | JMD 54,691,096 | JMD 9,115,183 | 4.50/5 | |
| 4 | Darrell | 1 | JMD 45,240,101 | JMD 45,240,101 | 4.80/5 |
| 5 | Ruby | 1 | JMD 36,858,946 | JMD 36,858,946 | 4.98/5 |
| 6 | Greg | 1 | JMD 22,852,281 | JMD 22,852,281 | 5.00/5 |
| 7 | Premier Elite LTD | 1 | JMD 21,746,579 | JMD 21,746,579 | 4.93/5 |
| 8 | Heidi | 1 | JMD 20,092,212 | JMD 20,092,212 | 4.90/5 |
| 9 | Kia | 1 | JMD 7,893,787 | JMD 7,893,787 | 4.82/5 |
| 10 | Orynthia | 2 | JMD 7,733,595 | JMD 3,866,797 | 4.96/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Discovery Bay?
Only 2% of Discovery Bay listings are classed as professionally managed, though 32% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run four in ten listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 74% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 39.0%
- Professional management
- 1.6%
- Cohosted listings
- 31.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 36.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 73.8%
Nearby markets
Discovery Bay vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 24 km, Duncans (14 km away, 30 listings) earned the most per listing, about 75% more than Discovery Bay.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runaway Bay 7 km | 165 | JMD 2,657,382 | JMD 41,523 | 29% |
| Duncans 14 km | 30 | JMD 5,573,850 | JMD 88,377 | 28% |
| Plantation Village 16 km | 30 | JMD 3,489,778 | JMD 32,899 | 33% |
| Priory 17 km | 137 | JMD 2,096,079 | JMD 30,549 | 31% |
| St Ann's Bay 21 km | 30 | JMD 1,715,505 | JMD 32,852 | 28% |
| Saint Ann 23 km | 58 | JMD 2,818,521 | JMD 40,143 | 34% |
| Drax Hall 24 km | 316 | JMD 2,987,086 | JMD 49,797 | 28% |
| Florence Hall 24 km | 103 | JMD 1,582,960 | JMD 19,975 | 31% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Saint Ann
- Ocho Rios Airbnb data 802 listings
- White River Airbnb data 31 listings
See all 8 Saint Ann Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Discovery Bay
Markets elsewhere in Jamaica with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Discovery Bay:
- Montego Bay Airbnb data Jamaica · JMD 35,479/night · 35.3%
FAQ
Discovery Bay Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Discovery Bay?
An active Discovery Bay Airbnb grossed JMD 3,186,511 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 187 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in JMD 349,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Discovery Bay?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Discovery Bay listings earn between JMD 90,600 and JMD 349,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth JMD 846,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Discovery Bay?
Listings in Discovery Bay were booked on 33% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 32% for the Saint Ann average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Discovery Bay?
The average booked night in Discovery Bay cost JMD 39,618 before fees. Half of listings charge between JMD 14,800 and JMD 21,000; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Discovery Bay?
None of the active Discovery Bay 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 Discovery Bay?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Discovery Bay Airbnb grossed JMD 3,186,511 in the 12 months to September 2026, 25% above the Saint Ann average of JMD 2,542,846. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, JMD 2,170,511 a year (about JMD 181,000 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 JMD 328,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Discovery Bay?
December usually pays best, averaging JMD 616,000 per active listing over the past two years, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Discovery Bay?
Each night a Discovery Bay listing was open to book earned JMD 11,900 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 JMD 14,600 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Discovery Bay?
Discovery Bay stays were booked 37 days (about five 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 Discovery Bay?
The average Discovery Bay Airbnb stay lasted 5.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 13 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Discovery Bay rated?
Guests rate Discovery Bay Airbnbs 4.78 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Discovery Bay?
James Bond Beach, Discovery Bay and Tell Far draw the most short-term rental interest in Discovery Bay. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Discovery Bay?
AirROI counted 187 active Airbnb listings in Discovery Bay as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Runaway Bay, 7 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Discovery Bay?
In Discovery Bay, about three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about JMD 8,689.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 187 active Airbnb listings in Discovery Bay 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 Jamaican dollars at JMD 158 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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