Airbnb market data · 202612 months to March 2026
Gambang, Malaysia Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Gambang brought in RM 5,106 over the 12 months through March 2026, across just 18 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Gambang run through March 2026.
The short answer
Gambang Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged RM 212 a night and were booked on 13% of available nights.
Timing matters: in March, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.5 times as much as in May, the slowest. With only 18 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 18 active listings, Gambang is the 20th-largest of 21 Pahang markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Gambang?
Gross bookings per Gambang listing averaged RM 5,106 over the 12 months to March 2026 (Pahang average: RM 26,601), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Gambang listing brought in RM 1,770 in March, its best month, and RM 507 in May, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 39% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Gambang's 18 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn RM 2,150+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn RM 1,180 or more, roughly RM 480 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about RM 698 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn RM 420 or less, about 60% 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.
March earned about 3.5 times what May did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, RM 944.
Gambang Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the March 2026 data.
March led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | RM 526 | 9.5% | RM 210 | RM 18 | 5 days | 1.6 nights |
| May 2025 | RM 507 | 8.4% | RM 214 | RM 16 | 5 days | 1.2 nights |
| Jun 2025 | RM 681 | 10.7% | RM 218 | RM 23 | 7 days | 1.5 nights |
| Jul 2025 | RM 1,048 | 16.9% | RM 218 | RM 34 | 13 days | 2.4 nights |
| Aug 2025 | RM 596 | 9.7% | RM 217 | RM 19 | 14 days | 1.4 nights |
| Sep 2025 | RM 831 | 13.3% | RM 217 | RM 28 | 22 days | 1.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | RM 889 | 13.8% | RM 220 | RM 29 | 16 days | 1.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | RM 1,388 | 21.5% | RM 222 | RM 46 | 33 days | 2.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | RM 935 | 16.6% | RM 218 | RM 30 | 22 days | 2.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | RM 1,303 | 22.0% | RM 220 | RM 42 | 5 days | 2.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | RM 856 | 13.7% | RM 220 | RM 31 | 11 days | 2.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | RM 1,771 | 26.6% | RM 223 | RM 57 | 22 days | 1.3 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. 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 Gambang market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Gambang Profitable?
Yes, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Gambang Airbnb took in RM 5,106 in the 12 months to March 2026, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing in the top quarter, run by its owner at everyday costs, keeps about RM 540 a month after running costs.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Gambang Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | RM 4,796 | RM 8,110 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay6% of Gambang bookings | RM 310 | RM 530 |
| Gross bookings | RM 5,106 | RM 8,640 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 8%: 15.5% for the 39% of Gambang listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −RM 400 | −RM 680 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; RM 0 if you clean yourself | −RM 310 | −RM 530 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −RM 260 | −RM 430 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −RM 100 | −RM 170 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −RM 150 | −RM 260 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −RM 50 | −RM 50 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −RM 30 | −RM 30 |
| ManagementRM 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | RM 0 | RM 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | RM 0 | RM 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | RM 0 | RM 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 19% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −RM 1,300 | −RM 2,150 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | RM 3,806about RM 320 a month | RM 6,490about RM 540 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Gambang Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Gambang'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 Gambang 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 Gambang's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Gambang listings are booked on 19% or more of their nights, against 11% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of RM 205 adds about RM 2,030 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge RM 250 a night or more, against a median of RM 205. 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 RM 480 a year.
- Open for the busy months. March brought the average listing about RM 1,770, against RM 507 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Gambang listings average 4.86 stars, and 22% 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 RM 720 a month, against RM 430 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Gambang?
Gambang listings were booked on 13% of the nights they were open over the past year, 8 percentage points below the Pahang average (21%) and 16 points below the Malaysia average (29%). Occupancy climbs to 27% in March and falls to 8% in May.
Across Gambang's 18 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 35%+ of open nights, 24 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 19% or more, roughly one and a half nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 11% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 6% or less, less than one night a week.
March was the busiest month in Gambang, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 13% 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 Gambang?
The average nightly rate in Gambang, known as ADR (average daily rate), was RM 212 over the past year, about 56% below the Pahang average of RM 485 and about 39% below the Malaysia average of RM 345. Rates barely change through the year, staying between about RM 210 and RM 225.
Across Gambang's 18 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge RM 290+ a night, about 43% above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge RM 250 or more, about RM 45 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about RM 205 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge RM 185 or less, about 8% below the median.
Average nightly rate by month in Gambang
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, RM 218.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Gambang?
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 Gambang it averaged RM 27 over the past year, from about RM 16 in May to about RM 57 in March.
Across Gambang's 18 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn RM 48+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn RM 31 or more.
- Typical properties (median) earn about RM 24 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn RM 15 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
March RevPAR was about 3.5 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, RM 31. The 12-month RevPAR of RM 27 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 Gambang
With only 18 active listings, the monthly pattern in Gambang is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in March and bottomed out in May.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Gambang?
Guests book Gambang stays 13 days ahead on average, so many trips are booked close to arrival. November stays are booked furthest out, about 33 days ahead, and April stays closest to arrival, about 5 days. A typical November booking is made in mid-October.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 13 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 Gambang
None of the 18 active listings in Gambang 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 Gambang.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Gambang
AirROI's area guide picks eight Gambang neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Gambang Water Park, Bukit Gambang Resort City and Endau-Rompin National Park. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Gambang Water Park | A popular family-friendly destination featuring a variety of water attractions and activities, ideal for travelers with kids and water sports enthusiasts. | Gambang Water Park, Safari Valley, Janda Baik, Bukit Gambang Resort City |
| Bukit Gambang Resort City | A large integrated resort complex offering various leisure activities, making it a desirable location for families and groups of friends. | Bukit Gambang Water Park, Resort accommodations, Outdoor adventure activities, Golf course |
| Endau-Rompin National Park | A stunning natural park attracting nature lovers and adventure seekers, perfect for those looking for eco-tourism and outdoor activities. | Nature trails, Waterfalls, Camping sites, Wildlife spotting |
| Kuantan Beach | Nearby Kuantan offers beautiful beaches and a vibrant local culture, attracting tourists looking for beach relaxation and culinary experiences. | Teluk Chempedak Beach, Kuantan River, Local seafood restaurants |
| Pelindung Beach | Known for its serene environment and stunning sunsets, this beach area is great for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the city. | Pelindung Beach, Scenic trails, Camping areas |
| Cherating | Famous for its beaches and cultural heritage, Cherating is a great spot for travelers interested in local crafts and surfing activities. | Cherating Beach, Local surf schools, Cultural village |
| Gambang Recreation Park | A recreational park ideal for picnics and outdoor activities, making it suitable for families and friends looking to enjoy nature. | Walking trails, Picnic spots, Playgrounds, Nature observation |
| Janda Baik | A highland destination near Gambang known for its cool climate and resort-style accommodations, appealing to those looking for a cooler getaway. | Nature resorts, Walking trails, Local river |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Gambang vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the six nearby markets in the table, all within 81 km, Balok (40 km away, 89 listings) earned the most per listing, about five times as much as Gambang.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuantan 30 km | 778 | RM 19,191 | RM 343 | 22% |
| Kampung Sungai Karang Darat 39 km | 201 | RM 17,588 | RM 338 | 19% |
| Balok 40 km | 89 | RM 25,949 | RM 370 | 24% |
| Chukai 69 km | 50 | RM 13,936 | RM 269 | 22% |
| Temerloh 76 km | 47 | RM 12,725 | RM 278 | 18% |
| Jerantut 81 km | 31 | RM 10,296 | RM 226 | 17% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Pahang
- Genting Highlands Airbnb data 1,194 listings
- Cameron Highlands Airbnb data 631 listings
- Brinchang Airbnb data 280 listings
- Tanah Rata Airbnb data 159 listings
- Bentong Airbnb data 114 listings
- Bukit Tinggi Airbnb data 78 listings
- Fraser's Hill Airbnb data 69 listings
- Tioman Airbnb data 52 listings
See all 21 Pahang Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Gambang
Markets elsewhere in Malaysia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Gambang:
- Kampar Airbnb data Malaysia · RM 212/night · 16.8%
FAQ
Gambang Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Gambang?
An active Gambang Airbnb grossed RM 5,106 on average in the 12 months to March 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 18 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in RM 1,180 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Gambang?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Gambang listings earn between RM 420 and RM 1,180 in a typical month, and the top tenth RM 2,150 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 Gambang?
Listings in Gambang were booked on 13% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 21% for the Pahang average. March was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Gambang?
The average booked night in Gambang cost RM 212 before fees. Half of listings charge between RM 185 and RM 250, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Gambang?
None of the active Gambang 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 Gambang?
It can be, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Gambang Airbnb grossed RM 5,106 in the 12 months to March 2026, 81% below the Pahang average of RM 26,601, though with only 18 active listings a single property can move that figure, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, keeps about RM 540 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Gambang?
March paid best over the past year, at RM 1,770 per active listing, and May paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Gambang?
Each night a Gambang listing was open to book earned RM 27 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 RM 48 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Gambang?
Gambang stays were booked 13 days before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Gambang?
The average Gambang Airbnb stay lasted 2 nights over the past year. A listing took 6 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Gambang rated?
Guests rate Gambang Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Gambang?
Gambang Water Park, Bukit Gambang Resort City and Endau-Rompin National Park draw the most short-term rental interest in Gambang. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Gambang?
AirROI counted 18 active Airbnb listings in Gambang as of March 2026. The closest tracked market is Kuantan, 30 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Gambang?
In Gambang, 44% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about RM 45.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 18 active Airbnb listings in Gambang from April 2025 to March 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 Malaysian ringgits at RM 4.05 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.