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- €173,695
- Occupancy
- 66.0%
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Dakota, Netherlands Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Dakota brought in €28,639 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 41% less than the Aruba average of €48,334.
The short answer
Dakota Airbnb Market at a Glance
Dakota is priced below the Aruba average. Listings averaged €156 a night, about 41% less than that average of €265, and were booked on 57% of available nights, close to its 57% occupancy.
Timing matters: in February, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in September, usually the slowest.
With 173 active listings, Dakota is the sixth-largest of 19 Aruba markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 26% while the number of active listings shrank 16%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Dakota?
Gross bookings per Dakota listing averaged €28,639 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Aruba average: €48,334), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Dakota listing brings in €3,810 in February, its best month, and €1,870 in September, its slowest. January runs within 4% of February, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 33% 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 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €6,350+ a month, about 2.9 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €3,890 or more, roughly €1,700 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €2,210 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €1,230 or less, about 55% 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.
February earns about twice what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €4,020 €1,690
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €2,820. 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.
Dakota 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.
February 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in January 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | €1,855 | 45.6% | €146 | €62 | 48 days | 5.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | €2,286 | 50.8% | €148 | €74 | 57 days | 6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | €2,281 | 55.2% | €149 | €76 | 71 days | 6.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | €3,072 | 56.5% | €176 | €99 | 91 days | 7.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | €3,821 | 69.3% | €180 | €123 | 101 days | 8.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | €4,016 | 78.6% | €176 | €143 | 113 days | 8.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | €3,654 | 72.4% | €170 | €118 | 78 days | 6.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | €3,065 | 65.3% | €158 | €102 | 67 days | 6.6 nights |
| May 2026 | €2,712 | 53.6% | €150 | €87 | 61 days | 6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | €2,934 | 60.2% | €152 | €98 | 59 days | 6.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | €3,764 | 63.2% | €157 | €121 | 76 days | 7.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | €2,994 | 57.1% | €153 | €97 | 63 days | 5.6 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 Dakota address, run it through the Airbnb estimator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Dakota Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dakota Airbnb took in €28,639 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about €1,630 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about €2,880 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the €2,170 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about €1,810 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about €1,410 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.
Dakota Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | €26,469 | €46,460 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Dakota bookings | €2,170 | €3,810 |
| Gross bookings | €28,639 | €50,270 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of Dakota listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −€3,650 | −€6,410 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; €0 if you clean yourself | −€2,170 | −€3,810 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −€1,430 | −€2,510 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −€570 | −€1,010 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −€860 | −€1,510 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −€290 | −€290 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −€140 | −€140 |
| 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 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −€9,110 | −€15,680 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | €19,529about €1,630 a month | €34,590about €2,880 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Dakota Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Dakota'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 Dakota 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 Dakota's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Dakota listings are booked on 82% or more of their nights, against 66% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of €110 adds about €1,120 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge €175 a night or more, against a median of €110. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about €2,650 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, February brings the average listing about €3,810, against €1,870 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Dakota listings average 4.83 stars, and 55% 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 €4,190 a month, against €2,390 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Dakota?
Dakota listings were booked on 57% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Aruba average and 12 percentage points above the Netherlands average (45%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 48% in September to 78% in February.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 90%+ of open nights, 24 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 82% or more, roughly six nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 66% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 42% or less, roughly three nights a week.
February is usually the busiest month in Dakota, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 59% 79% 46%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Dakota?
The average nightly rate in Dakota, known as ADR (average daily rate), was €156 over the past year, about 41% below the Aruba average of €265 and about 27% below the Netherlands average of €215. In a typical year, rates peak in January at about €175 and bottom out in September and October at about €130.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about four times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge €305+ a night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge €175 or more, about €65 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about €110 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge €77 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
January rates run 34% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €180 €117
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €153.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Dakota?
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 Dakota it averaged €91 over the past year, from about €62 in a typical September to about €136 in a typical February.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €179+ per open night, about 2.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €117 or more, about €55 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €63 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €40 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
February RevPAR is about 2.2 times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €143 €54
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €93.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Dakota
Dakota has two high seasons, January–March and July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to November and slows again in May and June.
Average revenue by month in Dakota
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average €3,810 €1,870
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, €2,820.
Revenue by month in Dakota in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | €3,680 |
| February | High season | €3,810 |
| March | High season | €3,510 |
| April | Shoulder season | €2,730 |
| May | Low season | €2,450 |
| June | Low season | €2,560 |
| July | High season | €3,300 |
| August | Shoulder season | €2,820 |
| September | Low season | €1,870 |
| October | Low season | €1,990 |
| November | Low season | €2,140 |
| December | Shoulder season | €2,920 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJanuary–March, July | €3,580 | 69% | €167 |
| Shoulder seasonApril, August, December | €2,830 | 57% | €158 |
| Low seasonMay–June, September–November | €2,200 | 51% | €140 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Dakota?
Guests book Dakota stays 74 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. February stays are booked furthest out, about 94 days ahead, and September stays closest to arrival, about 45 days. A typical February booking is made in mid-November.
February stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 65 days 113 days 41 days
The 12-month figure of 74 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 Dakota
None of the 173 active listings in Dakota 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 Dakota.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Dakota
AirROI's area guide picks seven Dakota neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Rapid City, Sioux Falls and Watertown. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid City | The gateway to the Black Hills, this city offers access to several national parks and monuments, making it attractive for families and outdoor enthusiasts. | Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Black Hills National Forest, Reptile Gardens |
| Sioux Falls | The largest city in South Dakota, known for its beautiful parks and the stunning Falls Park, perfect for those seeking both urban and natural experiences. | Falls Park, Sertoma Butterfly House, Sioux Falls SculptureWalk, The Outdoor Campus, Great Plains Zoo |
| Watertown | A smaller city with a charming downtown and proximity to lakes, appealing for those looking for a more relaxed, rural setting. | Lake Kampeska, Bramble Park Zoo, Watertown Cultural Arts Council, Codington County Heritage Museum, Pelican Lake |
| Grand Forks | A vibrant college town with a youthful energy, hosting events and activities year-round, popular for short-term rentals. | University of North Dakota, Riverside Park, Grand Forks Greenway, Columbia Mall, North Dakota Museum of Art |
| Palm Beach | Famous for its stunning beaches and upscale resorts, perfect for visitors looking for relaxation and luxury accommodations. | Palm Beach, Bubali Bird Sanctuary, Eagle Beach, Stella Maris Church, Palm Beach Plaza Mall |
| Amsterdam | The capital city of the Netherlands, known for its historic canals, museums, and vibrant nightlife, a prime location for international tourists. | Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House, Dam Square, Vondelpark |
| Rotterdam | A modern city with a unique skyline and cultural scene, attracts both business travelers and tourists interested in architecture and innovation. | Markthal, Kunsthal, Erasmus Bridge, Rotterdam Zoo, Delfshaven |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Dakota Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Dakota are entire homes (93%), with private rooms at 7%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 70%, about 3.4 times the share of houses (21%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Dakota Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 93%
- Private room 7%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 93.1% | 161 |
| Private room | 6.9% | 12 |
Listings by property type
Dakota Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 70%
- House 21%
- Hotel/Boutique 9%
- Others <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 69.9% | 121 |
| House | 20.8% | 36 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 8.7% | 15 |
| Others | 0.6% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Dakota Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Dakota (34% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (33%). Shares are of the 157 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Dakota entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
16%
34%
33%
9%
6%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 15.9% | 25 |
| 1 bedroom | 33.8% | 53 |
| 2 bedrooms | 33.1% | 52 |
| 3 bedrooms | 8.9% | 14 |
| 4 bedrooms | 5.7% | 9 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 2.5% | 4 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Dakota
A typical studio in Dakota earned €12,000 over the past year, against €55,700 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 25 | €12,000 | €13,800 | €90 | 54% |
| 1 bedroom | 53 | €13,000 | €17,100 | €93 | 56% |
| 2 bedrooms | 52 | €34,200 | €33,000 | €159 | 63% |
| 3 bedrooms | 14 | €55,700 | €66,700 | €291 | 64% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Dakota Sleep?
Most Dakota listings are sized for couples and small families: 78% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 10% take eight or more.
Dakota listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
41%
4%
32%
1%
10%
1%
10%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 41.2% | 68 |
| 3 guests | 4.2% | 7 |
| 4 guests | 32.1% | 53 |
| 5 guests | 1.2% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 10.3% | 17 |
| 7 guests | 1.2% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 9.7% | 16 |
How Dakota Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Dakota hosts set up an average of 2.2 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 42% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 13
- Beds per listing
- 2.2
- Show exact location
- 42%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Dakota Offer?
Pools are common in Dakota: 62% of listings have one, and 92% offer free parking on site.
Share of Dakota listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Dakota
Listings in Dakota with a pool earned about 2.8 times as much a year, on average, as those without: €37,800 against €13,400. The gap is smaller for a waterfront setting (about 2.4 times as much) and a keypad entry (about 2.4 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 Dakota 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool | 62% | €37,800 | €13,400 | +182% |
| Waterfront | 9% | €62,100 | €25,500 | +144% |
| Keypad | 23% | €52,500 | €21,700 | +142% |
| Hot tub | 18% | €54,300 | €23,000 | +136% |
| Gym | 20% | €52,200 | €22,700 | +131% |
| Elevator | 17% | €53,200 | €23,700 | +125% |
| Sound system | 6% | €59,900 | €26,700 | +124% |
| Exercise equipment | 10% | €53,700 | €25,900 | +107% |
| Ocean view | 13% | €51,100 | €25,200 | +103% |
| Self check-in | 67% | €34,100 | €17,500 | +96% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Dakota?
Dakota runs on foreign visitors: 98% of guests who left reviews live outside the Netherlands. The United States leads with 47% of reviewers, ahead of Argentina at 13%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 47%, followed by Spanish and French.
98% of Dakota guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 98%
- Domestic 2%
Where Dakota guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| New York | 5.5% |
| Buenos Aires | 2.9% |
| Toronto | 2.0% |
| Bogotá | 2.0% |
| São Paulo | 1.7% |
Where Dakota guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 46.7% |
| Argentina | 12.6% |
| Canada | 11.9% |
| Brazil | 6.5% |
| Colombia | 6.2% |
Languages spoken by Dakota guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 47.0% |
| Spanish | 28.5% |
| French | 5.6% |
| Portuguese | 5.0% |
| Dutch | 4.6% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Dakota?
Dakota Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 55% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and location is the lowest, at 4.79.
Communication scores highest in Dakota; location 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 | 4.84 |
| Cleanliness | 4.84 |
| Communication | 4.85 |
| Location | 4.79 |
| Check-in | 4.84 |
| Value | 4.80 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Dakota: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than half of Dakota listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 50% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 181 to 270 days a year, covering 26% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Dakota listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 27%
- 181-270 days 24%
- 91-180 days 27%
- 31-90 days 21%
- 1-30 days 1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 27.2% | 47 |
| 181-270 days | 24.3% | 42 |
| 91-180 days | 26.6% | 46 |
| 31-90 days | 20.8% | 36 |
| 1-30 days | 1.2% | 2 |
Days a year Dakota listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 24%
- 181-270 days 26%
- 91-180 days 24%
- 31-90 days 20%
- 1-30 days 6%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 23.7% | 41 |
| 181-270 days | 26.0% | 45 |
| 91-180 days | 24.3% | 42 |
| 31-90 days | 19.7% | 34 |
| 1-30 days | 6.4% | 11 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Dakota?
The average Dakota booking lasts 7.1 nights, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 27 bookings each over the year, some 4,630 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Dakota
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 6.3 nights 8.1 nights 4.9 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Dakota Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About half of listings in Dakota accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Dakota 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 Dakota?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Dakota, used by 45% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 55% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 42% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Dakota listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Dakota?
More than nine in ten Dakota listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is €65, and some higher fees lift the average to €97. Spread over the average stay of 7.1 nights, that adds roughly €9 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- €65
- Average cleaning fee
- €97
- Listings charging a fee
- 93.1%
- Share of gross revenue
- 7.6%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Dakota
The top-grossing Airbnb in Dakota, a three-bedroom home, took in €174,000 over the past year, about 6.1 times the city's average of €28,600.
Spacious Oceanview Oasis Luxe Pool-Level Penthouse Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
New Designer Villa ~ King Beds ~ Pool ~ Near Beach Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- €148,097
- Occupancy
- 64.6%
- Daily rate
- €631
Amazing Villa near Beach & Attractions ~ Prvt Pool Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- €138,484
- Occupancy
- 61.9%
- Daily rate
- €574
Ocean Breeze at Harbour House Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- €116,010
- Occupancy
- 86.5%
- Daily rate
- €347
5BR Spacious Villa w/ Pool & BBQ 6 min Eagle Beach Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- €110,982
- Occupancy
- 54.4%
- Daily rate
- €608
Oranjestad Retreat: 4BR Paradise with Private Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.64 - Revenue
- €109,048
- Occupancy
- 78.3%
- Daily rate
- €371
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Dakota?
Genoveva G. is the top-grossing host in Dakota, with €709,000 in bookings across 14 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 26% of the market's 173 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genoveva G. | 14 | €709,133 | €50,652 | 4.89/5 | |
| BlueAruba Vacation Rentals Blue Aruba | 13 | €708,216 | €54,478 | 4.90/5 | |
| Casago Aruba | 6 | €249,712 | €41,619 | 4.77/5 | |
| 4 | VacationAruba | 2 | €235,444 | €117,722 | 4.93/5 |
| 5 | Susan | 1 | €173,695 | €173,695 | 5.00/5 |
| 6 | Remco | 1 | €138,484 | €138,484 | 4.99/5 |
| 7 | Villa Lin Aruba | 2 | €130,131 | €65,065 | 4.96/5 |
| 8 | Joyce | 4 | €118,958 | €29,740 | 4.92/5 |
| 9 | Stuart & Julia | 1 | €109,048 | €109,048 | 4.64/5 |
| 10 | Maurice | 1 | €94,580 | €94,580 | 4.98/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Dakota?
Only 13% of Dakota listings are classed as professionally managed, though 46% of listings have a co-host. Two-thirds of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. 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 78% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 66.5%
- Professional management
- 13.3%
- Cohosted listings
- 45.7%
- Instant Book enabled
- 66.5%
- Simplified Pricing
- 78.0%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Dakota
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Dakota, and companies run 20% of its 173 active listings. Blue Aruba is the largest, with 13 listings and an average guest rating of 4.88; the next largest are Casago and Aloe BnB. Among the three largest, Aloe BnB's homes rate highest, at 4.89.
The three largest run 14% of Dakota's listings
Share of Dakota's 173 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Blue Aruba 8% · 13
- Casago 3% · 6
- Aloe BnB 3% · 5
- All other listings 86%
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 Aruba, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Dakota vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 4 km, Punta Brabo (4 km away) earned the most per listing, about 2.6 times as much as Dakota. Tanki Flip was the busiest, booked on 63% of nights against 57% in Dakota.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oranjestad Aruba · 1 km | 251 | €24,914 | €169 | 60% |
| Ponton 2 km | 90 | €24,984 | €132 | 58% |
| Tanki Lender 2 km | 43 | €23,044 | €146 | 56% |
| Wayaca 3 km | 60 | €15,139 | €115 | 49% |
| Paradera 3 km | 37 | €27,595 | €163 | 53% |
| Tanki Flip 3 km | 60 | €35,137 | €178 | 63% |
| Catiri 4 km | 41 | €44,746 | €219 | 62% |
| Punta Brabo 4 km | 280 | €74,798 | €396 | 61% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Aruba
- Bubali Airbnb data 710 listings
- West Punt Airbnb data 532 listings
- Alto Vista Airbnb data 220 listings
- Oranjestad Airbnb data 178 listings
- Tierra Del Sol Airbnb data 156 listings
- Pos Chikito Airbnb data 80 listings
- Santa Cruz Airbnb data 79 listings
- Malmok Beach Airbnb data 78 listings
FAQ
Dakota Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Dakota?
An active Dakota Airbnb grossed €28,639 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 173 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in €3,890 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Dakota?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Dakota listings earn between €1,230 and €3,890 in a typical month, and the top tenth €6,350 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 Dakota?
Listings in Dakota were booked on 57% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 57% for the Aruba average. February is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Dakota?
The average booked night in Dakota cost €156 before fees. Half of listings charge between €77 and €175, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Dakota?
None of the active Dakota 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 Dakota?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dakota Airbnb grossed €28,639 in the 12 months to September 2026, 41% below the Aruba average of €48,334. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, €19,529 a year (about €1,630 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about €2,880 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Dakota?
February usually pays best, averaging €3,810 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 Dakota?
Each night a Dakota listing was open to book earned €91 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 €179 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Dakota?
Dakota stays were booked 74 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Dakota?
The average Dakota Airbnb stay lasted 7.1 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Dakota rated?
Guests rate Dakota Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Dakota?
Rapid City, Sioux Falls and Watertown draw the most short-term rental interest in Dakota. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Dakota?
AirROI counted 173 active Airbnb listings in Dakota as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Oranjestad, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Dakota?
In Dakota, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is €65, and some higher fees lift the average to €97.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 173 active Airbnb listings in Dakota 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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