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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Samal, Philippines Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
68
Avg. booking lead time
30 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
September

The short answer

Samal Airbnb Market at a Glance

Samal earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged ₱6,742 a night and were booked on 24% of available nights, against ₱3,620 and 31% for the national average.

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

AirROI tracked 68 active listings in Samal. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 34% while the number of active listings shrank 12%.

Map of Airbnb listings in Samal Browse the live Samal Airbnb market See Every Samal Listing

Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Samal?

Gross bookings per Samal listing averaged ₱523,316 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Philippines average: ₱278,920), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Samal listing brings in ₱100,000 in July, its best month, and ₱49,000 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 8.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ₱226,000+ a month, about 7.4 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₱95,500 or more, roughly ₱65,000 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about ₱30,400 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₱11,300 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 earns about twice what September does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₱71,600. 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.

Samal 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 August 2026 and bookings in April 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 Samal, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025₱51,67125.6%₱5,889₱1,72232 days2.5 nights
Oct 2025₱71,29225.6%₱5,852₱2,30033 days2.7 nights
Nov 2025₱88,82233.3%₱5,758₱2,96127 days3 nights
Dec 2025₱86,91530.9%₱5,888₱2,80448 days3.4 nights
Jan 2026₱66,90624.0%₱5,839₱2,15830 days3 nights
Feb 2026₱65,53131.3%₱5,763₱2,34030 days3.8 nights
Mar 2026₱75,87527.7%₱5,891₱2,44825 days3.3 nights
Apr 2026₱81,43336.7%₱6,020₱2,71425 days4.7 nights
May 2026₱96,83434.8%₱6,233₱3,12425 days3.6 nights
Jun 2026₱70,06429.0%₱6,272₱2,33524 days3.7 nights
Jul 2026₱113,43534.7%₱6,290₱3,65922 days5.2 nights
Aug 2026₱84,41824.7%₱6,316₱2,72332 days2 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 Samal listing earns about ₱30,400 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Samal Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Samal Airbnb took in ₱523,316 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about ₱33,000 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 ₱105,100 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the ₱11,800 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about ₱34,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about ₱28,800 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.

Samal 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 Samal Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings₱511,516₱1,605,800
Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Samal bookings₱11,800₱37,000
Gross bookings₱523,316₱1,642,800
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 11%: 15.5% for the 60% of Samal listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−₱55,100−₱173,100
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ₱0 if you clean yourself−₱11,800−₱37,000
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−₱26,200−₱82,100
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−₱10,500−₱32,900
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−₱15,700−₱49,300
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−₱5,200−₱5,200
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−₱2,600−₱2,600
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 22% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−₱127,100−₱382,200
Left for housing costs, then profit₱396,216about ₱33,000 a month₱1,260,600about ₱105,100 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Samal Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Samal'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 Samal 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 Samal's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Samal listings are booked on 43% or more of their nights, against 23% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of ₱3,170 adds about ₱31,700 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge ₱7,095 a night or more, against a median of ₱3,170. 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 ₱51,200 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about ₱100,000, against ₱49,000 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Samal listings average 4.79 stars, and 31% 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 ₱136,900 a month, against ₱43,600 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Samal?

Samal listings were booked on 24% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points below the Philippines average (31%). Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, occupancy climbs to 34% in April and falls to 24% in October.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 64%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 43% or more, roughly three nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 23% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 12% or less, less than one night a week.

April is usually the busiest month in Samal, October the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month rate of 24% 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 Samal?

The average nightly rate in Samal, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₱6,742 over the past year, about 86% above the Philippines average of ₱3,620. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates barely change through the year, staying between about ₱5,675 and ₱6,125.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 7.1 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge ₱15,200+ a night, about 4.8 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge ₱7,095 or more, about ₱3,900 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about ₱3,170 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge ₱2,140 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

Average nightly rate by month in Samal

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₱5,890. The 12-month ADR of ₱6,742 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 Samal?

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 Samal it averaged ₱1,790 over the past year, from about ₱1,630 in a typical September to about ₱3,240 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 ₱5,830+ per open night, about 7.7 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₱1,840 or more, about ₱1,100 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about ₱762 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₱373 or less, about half of the median.

July RevPAR is about twice September's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₱2,350. The 12-month RevPAR of ₱1,790 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 Samal

Samal has two high seasons, May and July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.

Average revenue by month in Samal

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, ₱71,600.

Revenue by month in Samal in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Samal, by calendar month
MonthSeasonRevenue per listing
JanuaryLow season₱64,400
FebruaryShoulder season₱66,700
MarchShoulder season₱74,600
AprilShoulder season₱71,500
MayHigh season₱90,800
JuneLow season₱60,400
JulyHigh season₱100,000
AugustShoulder season₱71,200
SeptemberLow season₱49,000
OctoberLow season₱59,100
NovemberShoulder season₱73,900
DecemberShoulder season₱76,700
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Samal by season
SeasonRevenue per monthOccupancyNightly rate
High seasonMay, July₱95,60033%₱6,105
Shoulder seasonFebruary–April, August, November–December₱72,40031%₱5,843
Low seasonJanuary, June, September–October₱58,20025%₱5,843

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Samal?

Guests book Samal stays 30 days ahead on average (about four weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 50 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 22 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

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in Samal

None of the 68 active listings in Samal 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 Samal.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Samal

AirROI's area guide picks eight Samal neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Malabago Beach, Samal Island's Coral Garden and Santa Cruz Beach. 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 Samal
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
Malabago BeachA serene beach destination known for its crystal clear waters and beautiful sunsets. Ideal for vacationers seeking a relaxing beach getaway.Malabago Beach, Bamboo Beach Resort, Sunset Views, Diving and Snorkeling Spots, Water Sports Activities
Samal Island's Coral GardenFamous for its stunning coral reefs and marine life, this area attracts scuba divers and snorkeling enthusiasts.Coral Reef Diving, Snorkeling Expeditions, Marine Life Exploration, Underwater Photography Opportunities
Santa Cruz BeachA quiet beach area perfect for families and groups looking for a peaceful retreat with access to nature.Santa Cruz Beach, Local Seafood Restaurants, Kayaking, Beach Volleyball, Picnic Areas
Talikud IslandKnown for its untouched natural beauty and pristine beaches, making it a perfect spot for eco-tourism.Talikud Beach, Island Hopping Tours, Natural Swimming Pools, Marine Sanctuaries, Wildlife Watching
Kaputian BeachA popular destination with locals and tourists alike, offering beachfront accommodations and vibrant night markets.Kaputian Beach, Resorts and Villas, Night Markets, Local Cuisine, Beach Activities
Anawangin CoveA scenic cove that combines beach and mountainous landscape, ideal for backpackers and nature lovers.Anawangin Cove, Camping Activities, Trekking Trails, Surreal Sunset Views, Crystal Clear Waters
Sasa BeachEasily accessible from Davao City, Sasa Beach offers a mix of local culture and beach relaxation.Sasa Beach, Local Market, Cultural Experiences, Fishing Opportunities
Bikini BeachA popular spot among young travelers looking for vibrant beach parties and social gatherings.Bikini Beach, Beach Parties, Water Sports Rentals, Barbecue Areas, Sunbathing Spots

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

Listings

Samal Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 65% of listings in Samal, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in three (34%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 49%, about 3.3 times the share of other property types (15%).

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

Samal Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 65%
  • Private room 34%
  • Hotel room 1%
Room types in numbers
Samal Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home64.7%44
Private room33.8%23
Hotel room1.5%1

Listings by property type

Samal Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 49%
  • Others 15%
  • Hotel/Boutique 15%
  • Apartment/Condo 13%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 9%
Property types in numbers
Samal Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
House48.5%33
Others14.7%10
Hotel/Boutique14.7%10
Apartment/Condo13.2%9
Cabin/Outdoor8.8%6

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Samal Have?

One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Samal (33% of entire homes), and 40% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 42 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Samal 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
Samal entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homes with a bedroom countEntire homes
Studio4.8%2
1 bedroom33.3%14
2 bedrooms21.4%9
3 bedrooms23.8%10
4 bedrooms16.7%7

What Each Home Size Earns in Samal

A typical one-bedroom home in Samal earned ₱166,000 over the past year, against ₱609,000 for a three-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Samal
Home sizeListingsTypical annual revenue (median)Average annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
1 bedroom14₱166,000₱256,000₱4,05126%
3 bedrooms10₱609,000₱1,350,000₱12,50933%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Samal Sleep?

Samal is a group-trip market: 54% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 2.3 times the share of the next most common size, two guests (23%). Shares are of the 52 listings with a guest capacity on file (76% of the market).

Samal 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
Samal listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listings with a capacity on fileListings
2 guests23.1%12
3 guests1.9%1
4 guests15.4%8
5 guests1.9%1
6 guests3.8%2
8+ guests53.8%28

How Samal Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Samal hosts set up an average of 4.4 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. 53% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
17
Beds per listing
4.4
Show exact location
53%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Samal Offer?

Pools are common in Samal: 41% of listings have one, and 91% offer free parking on site.

Share of Samal listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi Nearly all
  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Free parking on premises 91%
  • Refrigerator 81%
  • TV 79%
  • Kitchen 79%
  • Fire extinguisher 76%
  • BBQ grill 75%
  • Essentials 75%
  • Bed linens 74%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Samal?

Samal runs on foreign visitors: two-thirds of guests who left reviews live outside the Philippines. The United States leads with 34% of reviewers, ahead of Australia at 7%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 53%, followed by Tagalog and Filipino.

68% of Samal guests come from abroad

Where guests who left reviews live

  • International 68%
  • Domestic 32%

Where Samal guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Davao City 10%
  • Quezon City 3%
  • Manila 2%
  • Hamburg 2%
  • New York 2%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Samal guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Davao City9.9%
Quezon City2.7%
Manila2.2%
Hamburg2.2%
New York1.6%

Where Samal guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 34%
  • Philippines 32%
  • Australia 7%
  • Germany 6%
  • United Kingdom 5%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Samal guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
United States33.7%
Philippines32.1%
Australia6.6%
Germany5.6%
United Kingdom5.1%

Languages spoken by Samal guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 53%
  • Tagalog 14%
  • Filipino 8%
  • Spanish 6%
  • German 3%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Samal guests
LanguageShare of guests
English52.9%
Tagalog13.5%
Filipino8.2%
Spanish6.5%
German2.9%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Samal?

Samal Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 31% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.67, against 4.86 for host communication.

Communication scores highest in Samal; location is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.78
  • Cleanliness 4.78
  • Communication 4.86
  • Location 4.67
  • Check-in 4.84
  • Value 4.76
Category scores in numbers
Samal guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.78
Cleanliness4.78
Communication4.86
Location4.67
Check-in4.84
Value4.76

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Samal: Stays, Rules and Fees

More than nine in ten Samal listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 7% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 53% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Samal listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 69%
  • 181-270 days 24%
  • 91-180 days 7%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Samal listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days69.1%47
181-270 days23.5%16
91-180 days7.4%5

Days a year Samal listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 181-270 days 7%
  • 91-180 days 24%
  • 31-90 days 16%
  • 1-30 days 53%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Samal listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
181-270 days7.4%5
91-180 days23.5%16
31-90 days16.2%11
1-30 days52.9%36

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Samal?

The average Samal booking lasts 3.7 nights, longest in April and shortest in September. Listings took about 12 bookings each over the year. About seven in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m.; check-out is split almost evenly between 11 a.m. and noon.

Average length of stay by month in Samal

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Samal Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

All listings in Samal accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Samal listings

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

  • 1 Night 87% 59 listings
  • 2 Nights 13% 9 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Samal?

Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Samal, used by 35% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: nearly two-thirds of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 31% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of Samal listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 29% 20 listings
  • Moderate 35% 24 listings
  • Limited 4% 3 listings
  • Firm 28% 19 listings
  • Strict 3% 2 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Samal?

Nearly four in ten Samal listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is ₱357, and some higher fees lift the average to ₱605. Spread over the average stay of 3.7 nights, that adds roughly ₱95 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 2% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
₱357
Average cleaning fee
₱605
Listings charging a fee
38.2%
Share of gross revenue
2.3%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Samal

The top-grossing Airbnb in Samal, a four-bedroom home, took in ₱5,170,000 over the past year, about 9.9 times the city's average of ₱523,000.

Private Modern Tropical Villa with Infinity Pool Private Modern Tropical Villa with Infinity Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Revenue
₱5.2M
Occupancy
55.1%
Daily rate
₱25,371
Breathtaking Vacation Home w/ pool - Exclusive Use Breathtaking Vacation Home w/ pool - Exclusive Use Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Revenue
₱4.8M
Occupancy
59.2%
Daily rate
₱21,906
Mansud Shores Beach Resort - Talikud Island Mansud Shores Beach Resort - Talikud Island Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Revenue
₱3.3M
Occupancy
30.7%
Daily rate
₱34,028
LaCeleste-Villa with swimming pool in Samal Island LaCeleste-Villa with swimming pool in Samal Island Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.89
Revenue
₱2.7M
Occupancy
55.1%
Daily rate
₱13,854
Villa Talisay : the Beach house Villa Talisay : the Beach house Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Revenue
₱2.1M
Occupancy
59.6%
Daily rate
₱9,762
Kembali Vista Villa Kembali Vista Villa Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97
Revenue
₱2.1M
Occupancy
30.6%
Daily rate
₱19,902

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Samal?

Fewer than 1% of Samal listings are classed as professionally managed, though 31% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 35% 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 60% of listings.

Superhosts
35.3%
Professional management
0.0%
Cohosted listings
30.9%
Instant Book enabled
42.6%
Simplified Pricing
60.3%

Nearby markets

Samal vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: Samal (31 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.

Samal out-earns every one of the four nearby markets in the table, all within 63 km; the best of them, Davao City, averaged about 62% less per listing.

Airbnb markets near Samal: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Davao City 12 km1,441₱199,365₱2,51931%
Tagum 42 km71₱125,347₱2,61126%
Digos 52 km40₱185,729₱4,01422%
Mati 63 km77₱181,501₱3,90222%

Markets Similar to Samal

Markets elsewhere in the Philippines with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Samal:

FAQ

Samal Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Samal?

An active Samal Airbnb grossed ₱523,316 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 68 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₱95,500 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Samal?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Samal listings earn between ₱11,300 and ₱95,500 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₱226,000 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 Samal?

Listings in Samal were booked on 24% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 31% for the national average. April is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Samal?

The average booked night in Samal cost ₱6,742 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₱2,140 and ₱7,095, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Samal?

None of the active Samal 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 Samal?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Samal Airbnb grossed ₱523,316 in the 12 months to September 2026, 88% above the national average of ₱278,920. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, ₱396,216 a year (about ₱33,000 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 ₱105,100 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Samal?

July usually pays best, averaging ₱100,000 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 Samal?

Each night a Samal listing was open to book earned ₱1,790 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 ₱5,830 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Samal?

Samal stays were booked 30 days (about four 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 Samal?

The average Samal Airbnb stay lasted 3.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 12 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Samal rated?

Guests rate Samal Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Samal?

Malabago Beach, Samal Island's Coral Garden and Santa Cruz Beach draw the most short-term rental interest in Samal. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Samal?

AirROI counted 68 active Airbnb listings in Samal as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Davao City, 12 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Samal?

In Samal, nearly four in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is ₱357, and some higher fees lift the average to ₱605.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 68 active Airbnb listings in Samal 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 Philippine pesos at ₱59.5 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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