Iguana Tola Beach Retreat house sauna/ice bath Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.75 - Revenue
- C$2.7M
- Occupancy
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- Daily rate
- C$18,396
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Tola brought in C$672,740 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 16% more than the Rivas average of C$579,558.
The short answer
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the Rivas average. Listings averaged C$7,607 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, against C$6,830 and 32% for the Rivas average.
Timing matters: in July, the best month, the average listing earned about 4.3 times as much as in October, the slowest.
With 60 active listings, Tola is the sixth-largest of 11 Rivas markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Tola listing averaged C$672,740 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Rivas average: C$579,558), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Tola listing brought in C$168,000 in July, its best month, and C$38,900 in October, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 38% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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 4.3 times what October did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, C$89,000.
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 rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | C$56,795 | 30.7% | C$7,230 | C$1,893 | 18 days | 4.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | C$38,877 | 25.6% | C$7,107 | C$1,254 | 16 days | 6.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | C$53,087 | 35.8% | C$7,277 | C$1,770 | 43 days | 6.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | C$89,918 | 38.6% | C$7,578 | C$2,901 | 50 days | 5.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | C$79,651 | 35.3% | C$7,315 | C$2,569 | 31 days | 6.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | C$70,848 | 36.9% | C$7,163 | C$2,530 | 37 days | 6.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | C$89,666 | 39.3% | C$7,311 | C$2,892 | 32 days | 4.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | C$97,171 | 42.1% | C$7,350 | C$3,239 | 39 days | 5.9 nights |
| May 2026 | C$91,023 | 38.7% | C$7,449 | C$2,936 | 34 days | 5.7 nights |
| Jun 2026 | C$136,260 | 47.3% | C$7,916 | C$4,542 | 41 days | 6.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | C$168,488 | 54.3% | C$7,922 | C$5,435 | 50 days | 9.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | C$95,622 | 36.7% | C$7,902 | C$3,085 | 35 days | 4.3 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.
The typical Tola listing earns about C$65,400 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb profit calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Tola Airbnb took in C$672,740 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about C$40,300 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$76,900 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the C$18,700 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about C$41,900 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about C$34,800 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | C$654,040 | C$1,235,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Tola bookings | C$18,700 | C$35,300 |
| Gross bookings | C$672,740 | C$1,270,300 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 87% of Tola listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −C$93,100 | −C$175,700 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; C$0 if you clean yourself | −C$18,700 | −C$35,300 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −C$33,600 | −C$63,500 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −C$13,500 | −C$25,400 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −C$20,200 | −C$38,100 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −C$6,700 | −C$6,700 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −C$3,400 | −C$3,400 |
| ManagementC$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | C$0 | C$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | C$0 | C$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | C$0 | C$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −C$189,200 | −C$348,100 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | C$483,540about C$40,300 a month | C$922,200about C$76,900 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Tola'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 Tola home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
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$105,900 a month, against C$56,100 for the average one.
Occupancy
Tola listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Rivas average (32%) and 7 points above the Nicaragua average (30%). Occupancy swings from 26% in October to 54% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
July was the busiest month in Tola, October the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Tola, known as ADR (average daily rate), was C$7,607 over the past year, about 11% above the Rivas average of C$6,830 and about 46% above the Nicaragua average of C$5,205. Rates peak in June and July at about C$7,920 and bottom out in February and October at about C$7,105.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates ran 11% above October's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, C$7,460.
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 Tola it averaged C$2,690 over the past year, from about C$1,250 in October to about C$5,440 in July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR was about 4.3 times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, C$2,920. The 12-month RevPAR of C$2,690 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Tola has one high season, April through July, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to November, with a dip in January–February as well. A listing earns about 67% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril–July | C$123,000 | 46% | C$7,659 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, August, December | C$91,700 | 38% | C$7,597 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, September–November | C$59,900 | 33% | C$7,218 |
Guests book Tola stays 38 days ahead on average (about five weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 50 days ahead, and October stays closest to arrival, about 16 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 2025 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 38 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 60 active listings in Tola 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 Tola.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Tola neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Tola Beach, El Astillero and Rivas. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Beach | A stunning beach destination known for its natural beauty, surfing, and tranquility. Ideal for tourists seeking relaxation and outdoor activities. | Playa Santana, Playa Colorado, Guasacate Beach, surfing spots, nature reserves |
| El Astillero | A charming fishing village with picturesque views and a laid-back atmosphere. Attracts visitors looking for authenticity and local culture. | El Astillero Beach, local fishing experiences, cozy restaurants, cultural tours |
| Rivas | The capital of the Rivas department, providing a taste of local culture and access to regional attractions. Ideal for those interested in exploring beyond the beach. | Rivas Central Park, local markets, historical sites, museums |
| La Virgen | A serene area offering beautiful landscapes and a quiet escape. Perfect for nature lovers and those wanting to relax away from tourist crowds. | La Virgen Beach, hiking trails, wildlife watching, eco-tours |
| Cerro Negro | Famous for its volcano and adventure tourism, including volcanic boarding, making it a unique spot for thrill-seekers. | Cerro Negro Volcano, volcano boarding tours, scenic landscapes, nature walks |
| Popoyo | A renowned surf spot with a laid-back vibe, appealing to a global surf community and beach lovers alike. | Popoyo Beach, surfing festivals, beachfront restaurants, yoga retreats |
| Nandaime | A charming town that offers a glimpse into Nicaraguan culture and history, catering to visitors seeking authenticity and local experiences. | Nandaime Central Park, cultural festivals, local artisan markets, historical sites |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Tola is an entire home: 95% of listings, with private rooms at 5%. Houses are the most common property type at 63%, about 3.5 times the share of apartments and condos (18%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Tola Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 95.0% | 57 |
| Private room | 5.0% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Tola Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 63.3% | 38 |
| Apartment/Condo | 18.3% | 11 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 10.0% | 6 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 6.7% | 4 |
| Unique stay | 1.7% | 1 |
One- and two-bedroom homes are equally common in Tola (34% of entire homes each), and 30% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 56 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Tola entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.8% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 33.9% | 19 |
| 2 bedrooms | 33.9% | 19 |
| 3 bedrooms | 23.2% | 13 |
| 4 bedrooms | 5.4% | 3 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.8% | 1 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Tola earned C$281,000 over the past year, against C$960,000 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 19 | C$281,000 | C$318,000 | C$4,371 | 38% |
| 2 bedrooms | 19 | C$633,000 | C$697,000 | C$7,084 | 41% |
| 3 bedrooms | 13 | C$960,000 | C$962,000 | C$11,328 | 31% |
Most Tola listings are sized for couples and small families: 63% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 13% take eight or more.
Tola listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.7% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 28.3% | 17 |
| 3 guests | 6.7% | 4 |
| 4 guests | 26.7% | 16 |
| 5 guests | 5.0% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 18.3% | 11 |
| 8+ guests | 13.3% | 8 |
Tola hosts set up an average of 3 beds per listing. Only 42% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Beach access is close to standard in Tola: 88% of listings offer it, and 78% have a pool.
Share of Tola listings with each common amenity
Guests
Tola runs on foreign visitors: seven in ten guests who left reviews live outside Nicaragua. The United States leads with 36% of reviewers, ahead of Canada at 12%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 45%, followed by Spanish and French.
70% of Tola guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Tola guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Managua | 20.7% |
| Miami | 4.7% |
| São Paulo | 1.6% |
| Masaya | 1.6% |
| Toronto | 1.6% |
Where Tola guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 36.5% |
| Nicaragua | 29.7% |
| Canada | 11.7% |
| Brazil | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | 2.3% |
Languages spoken by Tola guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 45.0% |
| Spanish | 39.8% |
| French | 6.0% |
| Portuguese | 3.6% |
| Italian | 2.4% |
Tola Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 38% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.78.
Check-in scores highest in Tola; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.82 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.89 |
| Check-in | 4.91 |
| Value | 4.78 |
Booking patterns
Nearly nine in ten Tola listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 12% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 37% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Tola listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 65.0% | 39 |
| 181-270 days | 23.3% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 8.3% | 5 |
| 31-90 days | 3.3% | 2 |
Days a year Tola listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 3.3% | 2 |
| 181-270 days | 8.3% | 5 |
| 91-180 days | 31.7% | 19 |
| 31-90 days | 36.7% | 22 |
| 1-30 days | 20.0% | 12 |
The average Tola booking lasts 6.8 nights, longest in July and shortest in August. Listings took about 15 bookings each over the year. Nearly seven in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Tola
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
About seven in ten listings in Tola accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Tola listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Tola, used by 40% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 45% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 48% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Tola listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
More than half of Tola listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about C$1,102. Spread over the average stay of 6.8 nights, that adds roughly C$165 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Tola, a four-bedroom home, took in C$2,670,000 over the past year, about four times the city's average of C$673,000.
Iguana Tola Beach Retreat house sauna/ice bath Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.75
Casa Amici Ocean Views Beach 5 Min Walk Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92
Ca' de Niatri Villa Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Casa Lily Hacienda Iguana - Outdoor Sauna Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Playa Colorado Modern Home Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.50
Mahalo ~ Villa Selva ~ Private Pool Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.89 Only 3% of Tola listings are classed as professionally managed, though 38% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 45% 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 87% of listings.
Nearby markets
AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: Tola (Municipio) (215 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.
Tola out-earns every one of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 60 km; the best of them, San Juan del Sur (Municipio), averaged about 9% less per listing. Guasacate was the busiest, booked on 40% of nights against 37% in Tola.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Gigante 5 km | 55 | C$347,515 | C$5,025 | 28% |
| Guasacate 8 km | 74 | C$502,210 | C$4,037 | 40% |
| San Juan del Sur (Municipio) 28 km | 490 | C$614,376 | C$7,498 | 30% |
| Moyogalpa 42 km | 39 | C$97,658 | C$2,415 | 22% |
| Altagracia (Municipio) 57 km | 89 | C$230,795 | C$2,799 | 31% |
| Catarina (Municipio) 57 km | 30 | C$471,727 | C$5,017 | 29% |
| Granada (Municipio) 58 km | 213 | C$373,958 | C$3,676 | 33% |
| La Cruz Costa Rica · 60 km | 101 | C$295,986 | C$5,015 | 26% |
FAQ
An active Tola Airbnb grossed C$672,740 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 60 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in C$123,000 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Tola listings earn between C$32,100 and C$123,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth C$202,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Tola were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 32% for the Rivas average. July was the busiest month.
The average booked night in Tola cost C$7,607 before fees. Half of listings charge between C$3,345 and C$9,710, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Tola 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Tola Airbnb grossed C$672,740 in the 12 months to September 2026, 16% above 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$483,540 a year (about C$40,300 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$76,900 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July paid best over the past year, at C$168,000 per active listing, and October paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
Each night a Tola listing was open to book earned C$2,690 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$5,930 or more.
Tola stays were booked 38 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Tola Airbnb stay lasted 6.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 15 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Tola Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Tola Beach, El Astillero and Rivas draw the most short-term rental interest in Tola. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 60 active Airbnb listings in Tola as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is El Gigante, 5 km away.
In Tola, more than half of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about C$1,102.
Method
Figures on this page cover 60 active Airbnb listings in Tola 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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