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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
229
Avg. booking lead time
32 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
September

The short answer

San Juan del Sur Airbnb Market at a Glance

Listings averaged C$6,654 a night and were booked on 31% of available nights, close to the Rivas average on both counts.

Timing matters: in July, the best month, the average listing earned about twice as much as in September, the slowest.

With 229 active listings, San Juan del Sur is the second-largest of 11 Rivas markets AirROI tracks.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in San Juan del Sur?

Gross bookings per San Juan del Sur listing averaged C$548,422 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Rivas average: C$579,558), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

The average San Juan del Sur listing brought in C$100,000 in July, its best month, and C$51,200 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 31% 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 6.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn C$206,000+ a month, about 5.6 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn C$91,700 or more, roughly C$55,000 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about C$37,000 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn C$13,300 or less, about a third 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 earned about twice what September did

Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, C$74,800.

San Juan del Sur 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. Nightly rates peaked in December 2025 and bookings in March 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in San Juan del Sur, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025C$51,19327.6%C$6,842C$1,70622 days3.2 nights
Oct 2025C$56,10828.4%C$6,879C$1,81022 days4.4 nights
Nov 2025C$61,94330.8%C$6,930C$2,06543 days4.7 nights
Dec 2025C$82,43236.8%C$7,305C$2,65935 days4.5 nights
Jan 2026C$81,23438.1%C$6,945C$2,62040 days6.3 nights
Feb 2026C$77,72739.8%C$6,718C$2,77647 days6.1 nights
Mar 2026C$88,94240.3%C$6,823C$2,86932 days4.4 nights
Apr 2026C$69,88832.2%C$6,433C$2,33032 days3.3 nights
May 2026C$74,28328.3%C$6,680C$2,39626 days4.1 nights
Jun 2026C$87,57436.4%C$6,629C$2,91923 days4.9 nights
Jul 2026C$100,40836.8%C$6,613C$3,23941 days4.6 nights
Aug 2026C$66,06929.9%C$6,591C$2,13138 days3.5 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.

Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one San Juan del Sur address, run it through the Airbnb estimator.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in San Juan del Sur Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average San Juan del Sur Airbnb took in C$548,422 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about C$32,700 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 C$82,100 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the C$22,600 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about C$34,600 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about C$28,300 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.

San Juan del Sur Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter San Juan del Sur Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsC$525,822C$1,302,400
Cleaning fees guests pay4% of San Juan del Sur bookingsC$22,600C$55,900
Gross bookingsC$548,422C$1,358,300
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of San Juan del Sur listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−C$70,000−C$173,500
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; C$0 if you clean yourself−C$22,600−C$55,900
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−C$27,400−C$67,900
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−C$11,000−C$27,200
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−C$16,500−C$40,700
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−C$5,500−C$5,500
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−C$2,700−C$2,700
ManagementC$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsC$0C$0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeC$0C$0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onC$0C$0
Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−C$155,700−C$373,400
Left for housing costs, then profitC$392,722about C$32,700 a monthC$984,900about C$82,100 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own San Juan del Sur Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from San Juan del Sur'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 San Juan del Sur 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 San Juan del Sur's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of San Juan del Sur listings are booked on 51% or more of their nights, against 27% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of C$4,085 adds about C$40,900 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge C$7,955 a night or more, against a median of C$4,085. 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 C$52,600 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. July brought the average listing about C$100,000, against C$51,200 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. San Juan del Sur listings average 4.76 stars, and 32% 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 C$113,200 a month, against C$45,700 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in San Juan del Sur?

San Juan del Sur listings were booked on 31% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Rivas average and in line with the Nicaragua average. Occupancy climbs to 40% in March and falls to 28% in September.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 47 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 51% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 27% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 13% or less, less than one night a week.

March was the busiest month in San Juan del Sur, September the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026

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 San Juan del Sur?

The average nightly rate in San Juan del Sur, known as ADR (average daily rate), was C$6,654 over the past year, about the same as the Rivas average (C$6,830) and about 28% above the Nicaragua average of C$5,205. Rates peak in December at about C$7,305 and bottom out in April at about C$6,435.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 5.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge C$13,200+ a night, about 3.2 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge C$7,955 or more, about C$3,900 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about C$4,085 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge C$2,330 or less, about 57% of the median.

December rates ran 14% above April's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, C$6,780.

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in San Juan del Sur?

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 San Juan del Sur it averaged C$2,220 over the past year, from about C$1,710 in September to about C$3,240 in July.

A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn C$6,070+ per open night, about five times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn C$2,580 or more, about C$1,400 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about C$1,200 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn C$547 or less, about 45% of the median.

July RevPAR was about 1.9 times September's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, C$2,460. The 12-month RevPAR of C$2,220 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 San Juan del Sur

San Juan del Sur has two high seasons, June–July and December–March, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from August to November.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in San Juan del Sur by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–July, December–MarchC$86,40038%C$6,839
Shoulder seasonApril–MayC$72,10030%C$6,557
Low seasonAugust–NovemberC$58,80029%C$6,811

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in San Juan del Sur?

Guests book San Juan del Sur stays 32 days ahead on average (about five weeks). February stays are booked furthest out, about 47 days ahead, and September stays closest to arrival, about 22 days. A typical February booking is made in late December.

February stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in San Juan del Sur

None of the 229 active listings in San Juan del Sur 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 San Juan del Sur.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in San Juan del Sur

AirROI's area guide picks eight San Juan del Sur neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Maderas Beach, San Juan del Sur Bay and Surf n' Dance. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in San Juan del Sur
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Maderas Beach Renowned for its stunning sunsets and surf-friendly waves, Maderas Beach attracts beach lovers and surfers, making it a prime location for Airbnb investment.Maderas Beach, surf schools, beachfront restaurants, hiking trails, local markets
San Juan del Sur Bay This picturesque bay is popular among tourists for its lively atmosphere, restaurants, and beautiful views. It offers a mix of relaxation and entertainment, ideal for visitors.San Juan del Sur Beach, water sports, dining options, nightlife, beachfront markets
Surf n' Dance A vibrant community area known for its surf schools and social scene, attracting young travelers and surfers looking for a communal experience.Surf schools, chill beach bars, live music events, surf competitions
Pelican Eyes Resort Area Home to a luxury resort, this area offers stunning views and attracts high-end tourists looking for comfort and relaxation. A great spot for upscale Airbnb listings.Pelican Eyes Resort, panoramic views, fine dining, pool areas, spa services
Marsella Beach A quieter beach location ideal for families and those seeking tranquility, Marsella Beach is less crowded yet provides a beautiful setting for relaxation.Marsella Beach, nature walks, local wildlife, picnic areas
La Chocolata A rural area favored by eco-tourists and those seeking an off-the-beaten-path experience, offering a unique and serene atmosphere.scenic hikes, eco-lodges, local agriculture tours
Costa Dulce Known for its eco-friendly lodges and yoga retreats, Costa Dulce attracts wellness tourists looking for a peaceful getaway in nature.Costa Dulce Beach, yoga retreats, eco-lodges, nature reserves
El Remanzo A secluded cove that offers luxury and privacy, attracting those looking for a romantic getaway or a peaceful escape from the crowds.El Remanzo Beach, secluded coves, private villas, tranquil surroundings

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

San Juan del Sur Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 71% of listings in San Juan del Sur, but private rooms are a real segment: more than one listing in four (27%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 52%, about 2.1 times the share of apartments and condos (25%).

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

San Juan del Sur Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 71%
  • Private room 27%
  • Shared room 2%
Room types in numbers
San Juan del Sur Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home71.2%163
Private room26.6%61
Shared room2.2%5

Listings by property type

San Juan del Sur Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 52%
  • Apartment/Condo 25%
  • Hotel/Boutique 21%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 2%
  • Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
San Juan del Sur Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House52.4%120
Apartment/Condo24.9%57
Hotel/Boutique20.5%47
Cabin/Outdoor1.7%4
Unique stay0.4%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in San Juan del Sur Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in San Juan del Sur (30% of entire homes), and 40% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 159 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

San Juan del Sur entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
San Juan del Sur entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio4.4%7
1 bedroom25.2%40
2 bedrooms30.2%48
3 bedrooms21.4%34
4 bedrooms11.3%18
5+ bedrooms7.5%12

What Each Home Size Earns in San Juan del Sur

A typical one-bedroom home in San Juan del Sur earned C$230,000 over the past year, against C$1,340,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in San Juan del Sur
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom40C$230,000C$307,000C$2,95937%
2 bedrooms48C$288,000C$527,000C$5,53734%
3 bedrooms34C$466,000C$801,000C$9,85534%
4 bedrooms18C$753,000C$1,380,000C$14,15733%
5+ bedrooms12C$1,340,000C$1,840,000C$28,30530%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in San Juan del Sur Sleep?

The most common capacity in San Juan del Sur is eight or more guests (27% of listings), and 43% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 197 listings with a guest capacity on file (86% of the market).

San Juan del Sur listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
San Juan del Sur listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings with a capacity on file Listings
2 guests24.9%49
3 guests13.2%26
4 guests16.2%32
5 guests2.5%5
6 guests13.2%26
7 guests3.0%6
8+ guests26.9%53

How San Juan del Sur Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

San Juan del Sur hosts set up an average of 3.3 beds per listing. Only 44% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
13
Beds per listing
3.3
Show exact location
44%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in San Juan del Sur Offer?

Pools are common in San Juan del Sur: 73% of listings have one, and 86% offer free parking on site.

Share of San Juan del Sur listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi 97%
  • Air conditioning 92%
  • Free parking on premises 86%
  • Kitchen 86%
  • TV 86%
  • Pool 73%
  • Coffee maker 66%
  • Bed linens 65%
  • Dedicated workspace 64%
  • Outdoor dining area 62%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in San Juan del Sur

Listings in San Juan del Sur with a waterfront setting earned about 3.4 times as much a year, on average, as those without: C$1,550,000 against C$452,000. The gap is smaller for a barbecue grill (about 3.2 times as much) and a pool (about 3.1 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 San Juan del Sur 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

  • Waterfront +244% on 9% of listings
  • BBQ grill +218% on 48% of listings
  • Pool +214% on 73% of listings
  • Sun loungers +208% on 31% of listings
  • Pool view +200% on 8% of listings
  • Outdoor kitchen +173% on 12% of listings
  • Ocean view +157% on 12% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +140% on 42% of listings
  • Gym +124% on 16% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +114% on 48% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of San Juan del Sur listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Waterfront9%C$1,550,000C$452,000+244%
BBQ grill48%C$852,000C$268,000+218%
Pool73%C$673,000C$214,000+214%
Sun loungers31%C$1,020,000C$332,000+208%
Pool view8%C$1,410,000C$470,000+200%
Outdoor kitchen12%C$1,240,000C$455,000+173%
Ocean view12%C$1,190,000C$463,000+157%
Outdoor furniture42%C$829,000C$346,000+140%
Gym16%C$1,030,000C$459,000+124%
Patio or balcony48%C$756,000C$353,000+114%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in San Juan del Sur?

San Juan del Sur runs on foreign visitors: 82% of guests who left reviews live outside Nicaragua. The United States leads with 33% of reviewers, ahead of Canada at 16%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 43%, followed by Spanish and French.

82% of San Juan del Sur guests come from abroad

Where guests who left reviews live

  • International 82%
  • Domestic 18%

Where San Juan del Sur guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Managua 13%
  • Miami 4%
  • San José 3%
  • Montreal 2%
  • New York 2%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where San Juan del Sur guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Managua12.7%
Miami3.9%
San José2.7%
Montreal2.3%
New York1.8%

Where San Juan del Sur guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 33%
  • Nicaragua 18%
  • Canada 16%
  • Costa Rica 9%
  • United Kingdom 3%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where San Juan del Sur guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States33.3%
Nicaragua17.6%
Canada16.4%
Costa Rica8.6%
United Kingdom3.0%

Languages spoken by San Juan del Sur guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 43%
  • Spanish 35%
  • French 9%
  • German 4%
  • Italian 2%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by San Juan del Sur guests
Language Share of guests
English42.7%
Spanish34.7%
French9.0%
German4.4%
Italian1.8%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in San Juan del Sur?

San Juan del Sur Airbnbs average 4.76 stars, and 32% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.73.

Communication scores highest in San Juan del Sur; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.76
  • Cleanliness 4.78
  • Communication 4.85
  • Location 4.76
  • Check-in 4.78
  • Value 4.73
Category scores in numbers
San Juan del Sur guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.76
Cleanliness4.78
Communication4.85
Location4.76
Check-in4.78
Value4.73

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in San Juan del Sur: Stays, Rules and Fees

More than nine in ten San Juan del Sur listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 9% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 38% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year San Juan del Sur listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 69%
  • 181-270 days 22%
  • 91-180 days 7%
  • 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
Days a year San Juan del Sur listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days69.0%158
181-270 days22.3%51
91-180 days7.0%16
31-90 days1.7%4

Days a year San Juan del Sur listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 3%
  • 181-270 days 7%
  • 91-180 days 24%
  • 31-90 days 38%
  • 1-30 days 29%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year San Juan del Sur listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days2.6%6
181-270 days6.6%15
91-180 days23.6%54
31-90 days38.0%87
1-30 days29.3%67

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in San Juan del Sur?

The average San Juan del Sur booking lasts 5 nights, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 15 bookings each over the year, some 3,420 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in San Juan del Sur

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

San Juan del Sur Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

About nine in ten listings in San Juan del Sur accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by San Juan del Sur listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 55% 127 listings
  • 2 Nights 35% 80 listings
  • 3 Nights 8% 18 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 1% 2 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 1% 2 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in San Juan del Sur?

Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in San Juan del Sur, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 32% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of San Juan del Sur listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 34% 77 listings
  • Moderate 26% 60 listings
  • Limited 8% 19 listings
  • Firm 26% 60 listings
  • Strict 6% 13 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in San Juan del Sur?

About half of San Juan del Sur listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is C$735, and some higher fees lift the average to C$1,072. Spread over the average stay of 5 nights, that adds roughly C$150 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 4% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
C$735
Average cleaning fee
C$1,072
Listings charging a fee
51.1%
Share of gross revenue
4.1%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in San Juan del Sur

The top-grossing Airbnb in San Juan del Sur, a four-bedroom home, took in C$6,360,000 over the past year, about 12 times the city's average of C$548,000.

Villa Solstice- Pacific Marlin - Luxury Villa Villa Solstice- Pacific Marlin - Luxury Villa Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Revenue
C$6.4M
Occupancy
76.7%
Daily rate
C$22,637
Beachfront Two Story Luxury Villa with Staff Beachfront Two Story Luxury Villa with Staff Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.67
Revenue
C$3.9M
Occupancy
44.3%
Daily rate
C$31,332
Beachfront 30m above - infinity pool - 180° views Beachfront 30m above - infinity pool - 180° views Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Revenue
C$3.6M
Occupancy
82.3%
Daily rate
C$11,531
La Vista Bonita - Wifi, Pool, Daily Cleaning La Vista Bonita - Wifi, Pool, Daily Cleaning Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.81
Revenue
C$3.3M
Occupancy
76.7%
Daily rate
C$11,343
The most amazing ocean views in San Juan Del Sur The most amazing ocean views in San Juan Del Sur Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Revenue
C$3.2M
Occupancy
80.0%
Daily rate
C$15,009
5 min from the beach! Spacious family house! 5 min from the beach! Spacious family house! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.70
Revenue
C$3.1M
Occupancy
68.1%
Daily rate
C$16,730

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in San Juan del Sur?

Dan is the top-grossing host in San Juan del Sur, with C$14.8 million in bookings across 6 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 13% of the market's 229 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in San Juan del Sur by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Dan 6C$14,829,018C$2,471,5034.94/5
Roberto 2C$6,974,790C$3,487,3954.68/5
Adam 1C$6,355,603C$6,355,6034.99/5
4 John 7C$6,120,658C$874,3804.89/5
5 Malibu At Pacific Marlin 4C$5,575,734C$1,393,933–
6 Paul 3C$5,532,432C$1,844,1444.89/5
7 Roger And Dolores Collado 1C$2,899,224C$2,899,2244.90/5
8 Cheryl 1C$2,754,518C$2,754,5185.00/5
9 Rosi 4C$2,536,468C$634,1174.90/5
10 Denise 1C$2,526,992C$2,526,9925.00/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in San Juan del Sur?

Only 1% of San Juan del Sur listings are classed as professionally managed, though 35% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 41% of listings. 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
41.5%
Professional management
1.3%
Cohosted listings
34.9%
Instant Book enabled
43.7%
Simplified Pricing
78.2%

Nearby markets

San Juan del Sur vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: San Juan del Sur (Municipio) (490 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 76 km, Nacascolo (76 km away, 33 listings) earned the most per listing, about 4.6 times as much as San Juan del Sur. Guasacate was the busiest, booked on 40% of nights against 31% in San Juan del Sur.

Airbnb markets near San Juan del Sur: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
El Gigante 23 km 55C$347,515C$5,02528%
Tola (Municipio) 29 km 215C$920,389C$10,27535%
La Cruz Costa Rica · 32 km 101C$295,986C$5,01526%
Guasacate 36 km 74C$502,210C$4,03740%
Moyogalpa 36 km 39C$97,658C$2,41522%
Altagracia (Municipio) 43 km 89C$230,795C$2,79931%
Granada (Municipio) 75 km 213C$373,958C$3,67633%
Nacascolo Costa Rica · 76 km 33C$2,549,506C$47,98831%

FAQ

San Juan del Sur Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in San Juan del Sur?

An active San Juan del Sur Airbnb grossed C$548,422 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 229 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in C$91,700 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in San Juan del Sur?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of San Juan del Sur listings earn between C$13,300 and C$91,700 in a typical month, and the top tenth C$206,000 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 San Juan del Sur?

Listings in San Juan del Sur were booked on 31% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 32% for the Rivas average. March was the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in San Juan del Sur?

The average booked night in San Juan del Sur cost C$6,654 before fees. Half of listings charge between C$2,330 and C$7,955, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in San Juan del Sur?

None of the active San Juan del Sur 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 San Juan del Sur?

Yes, when it's run well. The average San Juan del Sur Airbnb grossed C$548,422 in the 12 months to September 2026, 5% below the Rivas average of C$579,558. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, C$392,722 a year (about C$32,700 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 C$82,100 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.

When is Airbnb peak season in San Juan del Sur?

July paid best over the past year, at C$100,000 per active listing, and September paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in San Juan del Sur?

Each night a San Juan del Sur listing was open to book earned C$2,220 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 C$6,070 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in San Juan del Sur?

San Juan del Sur stays were booked 32 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 San Juan del Sur?

The average San Juan del Sur Airbnb stay lasted 5 nights over the past year. A listing took 15 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in San Juan del Sur rated?

Guests rate San Juan del Sur Airbnbs 4.76 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in San Juan del Sur?

Maderas Beach, San Juan del Sur Bay and Surf n' Dance draw the most short-term rental interest in San Juan del Sur. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in San Juan del Sur?

AirROI counted 229 active Airbnb listings in San Juan del Sur as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is El Gigante, 23 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in San Juan del Sur?

In San Juan del Sur, about half of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is C$735, and some higher fees lift the average to C$1,072.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 229 active Airbnb listings in San Juan del Sur 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 Nicaraguan córdobas at C$36.7 per US$, 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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