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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Bacalar, Mexico Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Bacalar brought in MX$245,311 over the 12 months through September 2026, in line with the Quintana Roo average of MX$246,705.
The short answer
Bacalar Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bookings in Bacalar trail the Quintana Roo average, at prices about 8% lower. Listings averaged MX$2,606 a night and were booked on 31% of available nights, against MX$2,825 and 34% for the Quintana Roo average.
July, usually the best month, brings in about 79% more per listing than September, usually the slowest.
With 920 active listings, Bacalar is the seventh-largest of 27 Quintana Roo markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 22%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Bacalar?
Gross bookings per Bacalar listing averaged MX$245,311 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Quintana Roo average: MX$246,705), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Bacalar listing brings in MX$36,300 in July, its best month, and MX$20,300 in September, its slowest. October runs within 2% of September, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 29% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 5.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn MX$65,900+ a month, about 4.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn MX$34,200 or more, roughly MX$19,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about MX$14,900 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn MX$6,400 or less, about 43% 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.
July earns about 1.8 times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average MX$41,900 MX$18,200
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, MX$28,200. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Bacalar 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.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in February 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | MX$18,963 | 26.5% | MX$2,279 | MX$632 | 35 days | 2.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | MX$22,956 | 29.1% | MX$2,365 | MX$741 | 45 days | 2.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | MX$28,263 | 37.4% | MX$2,360 | MX$942 | 59 days | 2.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | MX$32,940 | 38.5% | MX$2,520 | MX$1,063 | 57 days | 3.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | MX$29,069 | 36.8% | MX$2,522 | MX$938 | 51 days | 3.3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | MX$28,435 | 40.0% | MX$2,437 | MX$1,016 | 49 days | 3.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | MX$29,792 | 36.7% | MX$2,493 | MX$961 | 47 days | 2.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | MX$30,725 | 35.3% | MX$2,500 | MX$1,024 | 40 days | 2.7 nights |
| May 2026 | MX$27,717 | 31.1% | MX$2,551 | MX$894 | 39 days | 2.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | MX$30,454 | 33.8% | MX$2,609 | MX$1,015 | 33 days | 3.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | MX$41,883 | 37.5% | MX$2,716 | MX$1,351 | 48 days | 3.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | MX$32,278 | 33.9% | MX$2,681 | MX$1,041 | 45 days | 2.6 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Bacalar address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Bacalar Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Bacalar Airbnb took in MX$245,311 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about MX$14,600 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 MX$34,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the MX$10,200 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about MX$15,400 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about MX$12,600 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.
Bacalar Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | MX$235,111 | MX$542,200 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay4% of Bacalar bookings | MX$10,200 | MX$23,400 |
| Gross bookings | MX$245,311 | MX$565,600 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 80% of Bacalar listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −MX$32,000 | −MX$73,800 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; MX$0 if you clean yourself | −MX$10,200 | −MX$23,400 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −MX$12,300 | −MX$28,300 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −MX$4,900 | −MX$11,300 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −MX$7,400 | −MX$17,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −MX$2,500 | −MX$2,500 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −MX$1,200 | −MX$1,200 |
| ManagementMX$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | MX$0 | MX$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | MX$0 | MX$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | MX$0 | MX$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −MX$70,500 | −MX$157,500 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | MX$174,811about MX$14,600 a month | MX$408,100about MX$34,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Bacalar Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Bacalar'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 Bacalar 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 Bacalar's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Bacalar listings are booked on 52% or more of their nights, against 29% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of MX$1,635 adds about MX$16,400 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge MX$2,875 a night or more, against a median of MX$1,635. 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 MX$23,500 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about MX$36,300, against MX$20,300 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Bacalar listings average 4.70 stars, and 21% 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 MX$47,100 a month, against MX$20,400 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Bacalar?
Bacalar listings were booked on 31% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the Quintana Roo average (34%) and 2 points below the Mexico average (33%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 44% in February and falls to 27% in September.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 72%+ of open nights, 43 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 52% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 29% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, less than one night a week.
February is usually the busiest month in Bacalar, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 36% 48% 27%
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 Bacalar?
The average nightly rate in Bacalar, known as ADR (average daily rate), was MX$2,606 over the past year, about 8% below the Quintana Roo average of MX$2,825 and about the same as the Mexico average (MX$2,565). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and August at about MX$2,520 and bottom out in September and October at about MX$2,230.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about five times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge MX$4,705+ a night, about 2.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge MX$2,875 or more, about MX$1,200 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about MX$1,635 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge MX$955 or less, about 58% of the median.
July rates run 13% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average MX$2,720 MX$2,150
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, MX$2,390. The 12-month ADR of MX$2,606 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 Bacalar?
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 Bacalar it averaged MX$854 over the past year, from about MX$664 in a typical October to about MX$1,170 in a typical July.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn MX$1,830+ per open night, about four times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn MX$989 or more, about MX$530 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about MX$462 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn MX$222 or less, about half of the median.
July RevPAR is about 1.8 times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average MX$1,350 MX$588
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, MX$928. The 12-month RevPAR of MX$854 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 Bacalar
Revenue in Bacalar peaks several times a year, in April, July and December, a moderately seasonal pattern. Business is slowest in September and October.
Average revenue by month in Bacalar
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average MX$36,300 MX$20,300
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, MX$28,200.
Revenue by month in Bacalar in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | MX$30,100 |
| February | Shoulder season | MX$28,500 |
| March | Shoulder season | MX$30,300 |
| April | High season | MX$31,200 |
| May | Shoulder season | MX$26,100 |
| June | Shoulder season | MX$26,600 |
| July | High season | MX$36,300 |
| August | Shoulder season | MX$30,100 |
| September | Low season | MX$20,300 |
| October | Low season | MX$20,600 |
| November | Shoulder season | MX$26,200 |
| December | High season | MX$32,200 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July, December | MX$33,300 | 39% | MX$2,460 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary–March, May–June, August, November | MX$28,300 | 38% | MX$2,395 |
| Low seasonSeptember–October | MX$20,500 | 28% | MX$2,244 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Bacalar?
Guests book Bacalar stays 46 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 54 days ahead, and September stays closest to arrival, about 33 days. A typical December booking is made in late October.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 42 days 59 days 32 days
The 12-month figure of 46 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 Bacalar
None of the 920 active listings in Bacalar 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 Bacalar.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Bacalar
AirROI's area guide picks eight Bacalar neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Laguna Bacalar, Centro Bacalar and Cenote de los Piratas. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna Bacalar | Bacalar is home to the stunning Bacalar Lagoon, known for its striking blue waters and beautiful natural scenery. It's a perfect spot for tourists looking for adventure and relaxation by the lagoon. | Bacalar Lagoon, Cenote Azul, Fuerte de San Felipe, Kayaking and paddleboarding, Birdwatching, Eco-parks |
| Centro Bacalar | The center of Bacalar offers a mix of local culture, shops, and restaurants. It's a vibrant area that attracts visitors looking to explore the town's charm and history. | Main Square, Historic San Felipe Fort, Local Markets, Restaurants and Cafés, Artisan Shops |
| Cenote de los Piratas | A secluded area known for its unique cenote and beautiful natural surroundings. This location attracts tourists seeking a more off-the-beaten-path experience. | Cenote de los Piratas, Swimming and diving, Nature trails, Relaxation spots |
| Cayo Culebra | An idyllic spot on the lagoon that's perfect for a private getaway. It offers stunning views and a tranquil environment for relaxation and water activities. | Cayo Culebra, Snorkeling, Sunbathing, Kayaking |
| Sierra del Baúl | Nearby mountain area offering beautiful views and nature trails. Attracts tourists interested in hiking and exploring the natural beauty of the region. | Hiking trails, Nature reserves, Birdwatching |
| Cenote Esmeralda | Known for its beautiful emerald-colored waters, this cenote is a popular spot for swimming and relaxation. It's a favorite among visitors seeking a unique experience. | Cenote Esmeralda, Swimming, Relaxation areas |
| Fraccionamiento Santa Rita | A residential area close to Bacalar’s main attractions, making it convenient for tourists while providing a quieter atmosphere for relaxation. | Local parks, Restaurants, Access to marina |
| Playa de Bacalar | The public beach area along the lagoon is a popular spot for locals and tourists to relax, swim, and enjoy the sun, making it a lively place to stay while visiting Bacalar. | Beach activities, Sunsets, Local food vendors, Relaxing spots |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Bacalar Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Bacalar is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 53% of listings, against 46% for entire homes. Hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs are the most common property type at 32%, ahead of apartments and condos (27%).
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Bacalar Airbnb listings by room type
- Private room 53%
- Entire home 46%
- Hotel room <1%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Private room | 52.8% | 486 |
| Entire home | 45.9% | 422 |
| Hotel room | 0.9% | 8 |
| Shared room | 0.4% | 4 |
Listings by property type
Bacalar Airbnb listings by property type
- Hotel/Boutique 32%
- Apartment/Condo 27%
- House 26%
- Cabin/Outdoor 13%
- Others 3%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel/Boutique | 31.5% | 290 |
| Apartment/Condo | 26.7% | 246 |
| House | 25.7% | 236 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 12.8% | 118 |
| Others | 2.8% | 26 |
| Unique stay | 0.4% | 4 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Bacalar Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Bacalar (45% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (27%). Shares are of the 390 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Bacalar entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
5%
45%
27%
10%
4%
8%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 5.4% | 21 |
| 1 bedroom | 45.4% | 177 |
| 2 bedrooms | 27.4% | 107 |
| 3 bedrooms | 10.0% | 39 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.8% | 15 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.9% | 31 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Bacalar
A typical studio in Bacalar earned MX$198,000 over the past year, against MX$824,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 21 | MX$198,000 | MX$235,000 | MX$1,588 | 45% |
| 1 bedroom | 177 | MX$108,000 | MX$175,000 | MX$1,809 | 34% |
| 2 bedrooms | 107 | MX$258,000 | MX$393,000 | MX$3,167 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 39 | MX$461,000 | MX$742,000 | MX$5,048 | 43% |
| 4 bedrooms | 15 | MX$664,000 | MX$991,000 | MX$7,428 | 36% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 31 | MX$824,000 | MX$1,100,000 | MX$12,862 | 31% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Bacalar Sleep?
Most Bacalar listings are sized for couples and small families: 70% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 14% take eight or more. Shares are of the 743 listings with a guest capacity on file (81% of the market).
Bacalar listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
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38%
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24%
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10%
2%
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Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.1% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 37.6% | 279 |
| 3 guests | 8.1% | 60 |
| 4 guests | 24.0% | 178 |
| 5 guests | 4.2% | 31 |
| 6 guests | 10.4% | 77 |
| 7 guests | 1.9% | 14 |
| 8+ guests | 13.9% | 103 |
How Bacalar Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Bacalar hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing. About half of listings (50%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 14
- Beds per listing
- 2.3
- Show exact location
- 50%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Bacalar Offer?
Lake access is common in Bacalar: 42% of listings offer it, and 89% offer free parking on site.
Share of Bacalar listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Bacalar
Listings in Bacalar with a sound system earned about 4.5 times as much a year, on average, as those without: MX$961,000 against MX$214,000. The gap is smaller for a waterfront setting (about 3.0 times as much) and a ping pong table (about 2.9 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 Bacalar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sound system | 4% | MX$961,000 | MX$214,000 | +350% |
| Waterfront | 15% | MX$566,000 | MX$187,000 | +203% |
| Ping pong table | 1% | MX$695,000 | MX$239,000 | +190% |
| Lake access | 42% | MX$388,000 | MX$142,000 | +172% |
| Boat slip | 9% | MX$580,000 | MX$213,000 | +172% |
| Kayak | 20% | MX$478,000 | MX$188,000 | +154% |
| BBQ grill | 25% | MX$421,000 | MX$188,000 | +124% |
| Hammock | 35% | MX$376,000 | MX$176,000 | +114% |
| Sun loungers | 30% | MX$388,000 | MX$184,000 | +111% |
| Beach essentials | 11% | MX$456,000 | MX$220,000 | +108% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Bacalar?
Bacalar splits its demand between home and abroad: 53% of guests who left reviews live outside Mexico, led by visitors from the United States and France. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 39%, followed by Spanish and French.
53% of Bacalar guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 53%
- Domestic 47%
Where Bacalar guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Mexico City | 13.9% |
| Cancún | 2.6% |
| Paris | 1.9% |
| Playa del Carmen | 1.9% |
| Guadalajara | 1.7% |
Where Bacalar guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Mexico | 47.5% |
| United States | 14.8% |
| France | 9.6% |
| Canada | 6.7% |
| Germany | 4.7% |
Languages spoken by Bacalar guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 38.8% |
| Spanish | 36.2% |
| French | 10.9% |
| German | 5.0% |
| Italian | 1.9% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Bacalar?
Bacalar Airbnbs average 4.70 stars, and 21% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.65. Listings here carry long review histories, about 86 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Bacalar; 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 | 4.74 |
| Cleanliness | 4.72 |
| Communication | 4.79 |
| Location | 4.72 |
| Check-in | 4.76 |
| Value | 4.65 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Bacalar: Stays, Rules and Fees
86% of Bacalar listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 15% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 36% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Bacalar listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 63%
- 181-270 days 23%
- 91-180 days 12%
- 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 63.0% | 580 |
| 181-270 days | 23.0% | 212 |
| 91-180 days | 12.1% | 111 |
| 31-90 days | 1.8% | 17 |
Days a year Bacalar listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 13%
- 91-180 days 24%
- 31-90 days 36%
- 1-30 days 25%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.3% | 21 |
| 181-270 days | 12.5% | 115 |
| 91-180 days | 23.8% | 219 |
| 31-90 days | 36.0% | 331 |
| 1-30 days | 25.4% | 234 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Bacalar?
Bookings in Bacalar average 2.5 to 3.2 nights depending on the month, longest in December and shortest in August. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year, some 20,700 in all. Nearly nine in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at noon.
Average length of stay by month in Bacalar
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.9 nights 3.2 nights 2.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Bacalar Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Bacalar accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Bacalar 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 Bacalar?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Bacalar, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about three-quarters of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 20% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Bacalar listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Bacalar?
54% of Bacalar listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is MX$280, and some higher fees lift the average to MX$409. Spread over the average stay of about three nights, that adds roughly MX$95 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 4% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- MX$280
- Average cleaning fee
- MX$409
- Listings charging a fee
- 54.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 4.1%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Bacalar
The top-grossing Airbnb in Bacalar, a four-bedroom home, took in MX$4,480,000 over the past year, about 18 times the city's average of MX$245,000. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have three and four bedrooms.
House in Cenote Esmeralda, Pool, Dock, Kayaks Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94 
Lagoonfront Villa in Bacalar with Private Dock Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- MX$3M
- Occupancy
- 56.7%
- Daily rate
- MX$14,333
Bacalar Lagoonfront Villa • Private Dock & Kayaks Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- MX$2.8M
- Occupancy
- 85.7%
- Daily rate
- MX$8,969
House next to the Bacalar Lagoon Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- MX$2.8M
- Occupancy
- 40.5%
- Daily rate
- MX$21,093
Beautiful and spacious house on the shore of the lagoon Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.83 - Revenue
- MX$2.6M
- Occupancy
- 61.1%
- Daily rate
- MX$11,615
Casa Tita · Lagoon Front · Private Dock Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.78 - Revenue
- MX$2.5M
- Occupancy
- 44.3%
- Daily rate
- MX$14,740
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Bacalar?
Nature Living Developments is the top-grossing host in Bacalar, with MX$10.9 million in bookings across 9 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 7% of the market's 920 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nature Living Developments | 9 | MX$10,855,511 | MX$1,206,168 | 4.89/5 | |
| Brillante | 2 | MX$6,413,770 | MX$3,206,885 | 4.97/5 | |
| Mariana | 5 | MX$4,688,096 | MX$937,619 | 4.82/5 | |
| 4 | Renee | 3 | MX$4,489,292 | MX$1,496,431 | 4.70/5 |
| 5 | Salma | 7 | MX$4,363,225 | MX$623,318 | 4.80/5 |
| 6 | Karla | 9 | MX$4,329,615 | MX$481,068 | 4.87/5 |
| 7 | Claudia | 3 | MX$4,258,770 | MX$1,419,590 | 4.97/5 |
| 8 | Bakance Rentals | 17 | MX$3,923,916 | MX$230,819 | 4.87/5 |
| 9 | Azul Bacalar - Property Manage… | 7 | MX$3,666,072 | MX$523,725 | 4.72/5 |
| 10 | Karina | 2 | MX$3,558,360 | MX$1,779,180 | 4.92/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Bacalar?
Only 3% of Bacalar listings are classed as professionally managed, though 47% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 36% of listings. Two-thirds of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 80% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 36.2%
- Professional management
- 3.3%
- Cohosted listings
- 46.5%
- Instant Book enabled
- 67.3%
- Simplified Pricing
- 80.3%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Bacalar
4 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Bacalar, and companies run 8% of its 920 active listings. Bakance Rentals is the largest, with 17 listings and an average guest rating of 4.86; the next largest are Azul Bacalar - Property Management, Azul Bacalar Property Management and Stylish Apartments.
The four largest run 7% of Bacalar's listings
Share of Bacalar's 920 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Bakance Rentals 2% · 17
- Azul Bacalar - Property Management 2% · 16
- Azul Bacalar Property Management 2% · 15
- Stylish Apartments 2% · 15
- All other listings 93%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Quintana Roo, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Bacalar vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the five nearby markets in the table, all within 96 km, San Pedro Town (96 km away) earned the most per listing, about 2.5 times as much as Bacalar.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xul-Ha 16 km | 70 | MX$192,236 | MX$2,264 | 27% |
| Buenavista 19 km | 35 | MX$263,816 | MX$4,916 | 24% |
| Chetumal 46 km | 316 | MX$79,287 | MX$1,031 | 31% |
| Mahahual 72 km | 208 | MX$132,600 | MX$2,168 | 26% |
| San Pedro Town Belize · 96 km | 640 | MX$601,490 | MX$5,738 | 37% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Quintana Roo
- Tulum Airbnb data 8,303 listings
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- Cancún Airbnb data 6,101 listings
- San Miguel de Cozumel Airbnb data 1,119 listings
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- Isla Mujeres Airbnb data 931 listings
- Solidaridad Airbnb data 813 listings
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See all 27 Quintana Roo Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Bacalar
Markets elsewhere in Mexico with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Bacalar:
- Las Juntas Airbnb data Mexico · MX$2,637/night · 30.8%
- Loreto Airbnb data Mexico · MX$2,666/night · 33.1%
- Chelem Airbnb data Mexico · MX$2,390/night · 31.6%
- Progreso Airbnb data Mexico · MX$2,520/night · 33.4%
- Crucecita Airbnb data Mexico · MX$2,569/night · 34.1%
- Cuautla Airbnb data Mexico · MX$2,639/night · 28.2%
FAQ
Bacalar Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Bacalar?
An active Bacalar Airbnb grossed MX$245,311 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 920 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in MX$34,200 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Bacalar?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Bacalar listings earn between MX$6,400 and MX$34,200 in a typical month, and the top tenth MX$65,900 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 Bacalar?
Listings in Bacalar were booked on 31% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 34% for the Quintana Roo average. February is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Bacalar?
The average booked night in Bacalar cost MX$2,606 before fees. Half of listings charge between MX$955 and MX$2,875, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Bacalar?
None of the active Bacalar 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 Bacalar?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Bacalar Airbnb grossed MX$245,311 in the 12 months to September 2026, in line with the Quintana Roo average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, MX$174,811 a year (about MX$14,600 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 MX$34,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Bacalar?
July usually pays best, averaging MX$36,300 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 Bacalar?
Each night a Bacalar listing was open to book earned MX$854 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 MX$1,830 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Bacalar?
Bacalar stays were booked 46 days (about seven 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 Bacalar?
The average Bacalar Airbnb stay lasts about three nights. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Bacalar rated?
Guests rate Bacalar Airbnbs 4.70 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Bacalar?
Laguna Bacalar, Centro Bacalar and Cenote de los Piratas draw the most short-term rental interest in Bacalar. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Bacalar?
AirROI counted 920 active Airbnb listings in Bacalar as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Xul-Ha, 16 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Bacalar?
In Bacalar, 54% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is MX$280, and some higher fees lift the average to MX$409.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 920 active Airbnb listings in Bacalar 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 Mexican pesos at MX$17.5 per US$, 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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