Cabana da Viscondessa One Bedroom Apartment Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- €26,906
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- Daily rate
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Velas brought in €9,546 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 48% less than the Azores average of €18,487.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the Azores average. Listings averaged €92 a night and were booked on 41% of available nights, against €150 and 45% for the Azores average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 7.2 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 69 active listings, Velas is the tenth-largest of 41 Azores markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 9%.
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Gross bookings per Velas listing averaged €9,546 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Azores average: €18,487), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Velas listing brings in €2,580 in July, its best month, and €358 in January, its slowest. August runs within 1% of July, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 51% 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 3.5 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 earns about 7.2 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €1,120. 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.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
August 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike. Across the past two years, July is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | €1,683 | 55.3% | €105 | €56 | 98 days | 3.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | €874 | 34.7% | €91 | €28 | 67 days | 3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | €746 | 30.1% | €85 | €25 | 55 days | 4.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | €515 | 23.4% | €84 | €17 | 63 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | €419 | 19.8% | €84 | €14 | 52 days | 2.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | €481 | 29.8% | €83 | €17 | 38 days | 4.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | €520 | 23.9% | €84 | €17 | 56 days | 4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | €756 | 34.0% | €89 | €25 | 44 days | 3.7 nights |
| May 2026 | €1,128 | 39.7% | €96 | €36 | 81 days | 3.6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | €1,786 | 53.8% | €111 | €60 | 81 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | €2,507 | 62.7% | €122 | €81 | 100 days | 4.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | €2,546 | 65.5% | €124 | €82 | 140 days | 3.7 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 Velas address, run it through the free Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Velas Airbnb took in €9,546 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about €600 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about €960 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the €300 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about €620 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about €520 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 | €9,246 | €14,640 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Velas bookings | €300 | €470 |
| Gross bookings | €9,546 | €15,110 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 10%: 15.5% for the 57% of Velas listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −€960 | −€1,520 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; €0 if you clean yourself | −€300 | −€470 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −€480 | −€760 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −€190 | −€300 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −€290 | −€450 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −€100 | −€100 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −€50 | −€50 |
| 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 | −€2,370 | −€3,650 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | €7,176about €600 a month | €11,460about €960 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Velas'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 Velas 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.
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 €1,260 a month, against €800 for the average one.
Occupancy
Velas listings were booked on 41% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the Azores average (45%) and 3 points below the Portugal average (44%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 18% in January to 71% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.4 times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Velas, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Velas, known as ADR (average daily rate), was €92 over the past year, about 39% below the Azores average of €150 and about 46% below the Portugal average of €170. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about €120 and bottom out in February and March at about €83.
The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates run 44% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €94.
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 Velas it averaged €42 over the past year, from about €12 in a typical January to about €83 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 7.2 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €37. The 12-month RevPAR of €42 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Velas has one high season, June through September, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to May. A listing earns about 5.4 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Velas
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, €1,120.
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | €358 |
| February | Low season | €382 |
| March | Low season | €558 |
| April | Low season | €736 |
| May | Low season | €1,020 |
| June | High season | €1,670 |
| July | High season | €2,580 |
| August | High season | €2,570 |
| September | High season | €1,490 |
| October | Low season | €919 |
| November | Low season | €652 |
| December | Low season | €527 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–September | €2,080 | 62% | €110 |
| Low seasonOctober–May | €644 | 29% | €86 |
Guests book Velas stays 80 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 136 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 40 days. A typical August booking is made in early April.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 80 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
99% of the 69 active listings in Velas display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
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 Velas.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Velas neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Velas Town, Lagoa do Caldeirã and Fajã da Caldeira de Santo Cristo. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Velas Town | The main town of Velas, offering a mix of culture, dining, and scenic views. It's a central hub for tourists to explore the rest of São Jorge Island. | Historic center of Velas, Velas Marina, Church of Santa Maria, Cultural events, Local restaurants |
| Lagoa do Caldeirã | A beautiful lake within a volcanic crater, popular with nature lovers. Ideal for peace and tranquility, attracts hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. | Lagoa do Caldeirã hiking trail, Scenic views, Picnic areas, Wildlife observation, Natural beauty |
| Fajã da Caldeira de Santo Cristo | Famous for its stunning natural beauty and beach. Recognized as one of the most beautiful places in Portugal, great for surfing. | Santo Cristo Beach, Surfing opportunities, Hiking paths, Biodiversity, Stunning scenery |
| Fajã dos Vimes | Known for its coffee and beautiful landscapes, attracts visitors interested in agriculture and eco-tourism. | Coffee plantations, Local handicrafts, Natural swimming pools, Amazing views, Authentic local culture |
| Pico da Esperança | The highest point on the island, offering breathtaking panoramic views. A favored destination for hikers and nature lovers. | Hiking trails, Panoramic viewpoints, Flora and fauna, Nature tourism, Adventure activities |
| Praia de Velas | The local beach where visitors can relax, swim, and enjoy water sports. Key location for a beach vacation experience. | Swimming and sunbathing, Water sports, Scenic boardwalk, Beachside cafes, Local events |
| Vila da Calheta | A picturesque village with traditional architecture and beautiful coastlines. Enables visitors to enjoy a more local experience. | Historic architecture, Seaside walking paths, Local markets, Cafes and restaurants, Cultural festivals |
| Natural Pools of São Jorge | Unique geological formations providing natural swimming pools. Draws visitors for their picturesque settings and swimming experiences. | Swimming in natural pools, Scenic landscape, Local flora, Relaxation spots, Family-friendly activities |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 74% of listings in Velas, alongside 17 private-room listings (25%). Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 49%, about 1.7 times the share of houses (29%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Velas Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 73.9% | 51 |
| Private room | 24.6% | 17 |
| Shared room | 1.4% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Velas Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 49.3% | 34 |
| House | 29.0% | 20 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 18.8% | 13 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 2.9% | 2 |
Velas's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 58% of entire homes, and only 12% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 50 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Velas 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 | 10.0% | 5 |
| 1 bedroom | 48.0% | 24 |
| 2 bedrooms | 30.0% | 15 |
| 3 bedrooms | 12.0% | 6 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Velas earned €10,200 over the past year, against €14,900 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 24 | €10,200 | €9,290 | €92 | 40% |
| 2 bedrooms | 15 | €14,900 | €13,500 | €105 | 49% |
Most Velas listings are sized for couples and small families: 74% sleep four guests or fewer, and none take eight or more. Shares are of the 57 listings with a guest capacity on file (83% of the market).
Velas listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 28.1% | 16 |
| 3 guests | 8.8% | 5 |
| 4 guests | 36.8% | 21 |
| 5 guests | 15.8% | 9 |
| 6 guests | 8.8% | 5 |
| 7 guests | 1.8% | 1 |
Velas hosts set up an average of 2.2 beds per listing. 52% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Beach access is common in Velas: 51% of listings offer it, and 78% offer free parking on site.
Share of Velas listings with each common amenity
Guests
Velas runs on foreign visitors: 93% of guests who left reviews live outside Portugal. France leads with 18% of reviewers, ahead of Germany at 17%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 40%, followed by French and German.
93% of Velas guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Velas guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Lisbon | 2.5% |
| Montreal | 2.5% |
| Berlin | 2.2% |
| Lyon | 1.8% |
Where Velas guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| France | 18.1% |
| Germany | 16.7% |
| United States | 12.5% |
| Canada | 12.2% |
| Portugal | 7.3% |
Languages spoken by Velas guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 39.7% |
| French | 17.3% |
| German | 13.3% |
| Spanish | 10.2% |
| Portuguese | 4.8% |
Velas Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 46% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.74, against 4.91 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Velas; 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 | 4.85 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.84 |
| Check-in | 4.91 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
About nine in ten Velas listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 10% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 43% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Velas listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 47.8% | 33 |
| 181-270 days | 42.0% | 29 |
| 91-180 days | 10.1% | 7 |
Days a year Velas listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 10.1% | 7 |
| 91-180 days | 43.5% | 30 |
| 31-90 days | 26.1% | 18 |
| 1-30 days | 20.3% | 14 |
The average Velas booking lasts 4 nights, longest in March and shortest in January. Listings took about 21 bookings each over the year, some 1,450 in all. About half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Velas
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly eight in ten listings in Velas accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Velas 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 Velas, used by 52% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about three-quarters of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 22% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Velas listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About half of Velas listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 3% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Velas, a one-bedroom unit, took in €26,900 over the past year, about 2.8 times the city's average of €9,550. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Cabana da Viscondessa One Bedroom Apartment Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.91
Quinta do Caminho da Igreja TUES 2 Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Quinta do Caminho da Igreja TER1 (Farmhouse) Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Seaside Getaway Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Bela Vista, Fajã do Ouvidor Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.81
Laura's Cottage AL Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Only 6% of Velas listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 54% of listings. Six in ten 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 57% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 79 km, Madalena (35 km away) earned the most per listing, about 58% more than Velas.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| São Roque do Pico 21 km | 217 | €12,769 | €147 | 38% |
| Calheta 22 km | 38 | €10,739 | €122 | 39% |
| Lajes do Pico 29 km | 86 | €8,350 | €127 | 34% |
| Madalena 35 km | 142 | €15,059 | €135 | 44% |
| Horta (Matriz) 43 km | 60 | €10,597 | €117 | 39% |
| Feteira 44 km | 33 | €11,013 | €117 | 39% |
| São Mateus da Calheta 77 km | 33 | €7,405 | €96 | 34% |
| Biscoitos 79 km | 48 | €10,787 | €126 | 33% |
See all 41 Azores Airbnb markets
Markets elsewhere in Portugal with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Velas:
FAQ
An active Velas Airbnb grossed €9,546 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 69 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in €1,600 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Velas listings earn between €457 and €1,600 in a typical month, and the top tenth €2,280 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Velas were booked on 41% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 45% for the Azores average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Velas cost €92 before fees. Half of listings charge between €67 and €115, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
In Velas, 99% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Velas Airbnb grossed €9,546 in the 12 months to September 2026, 48% below the Azores average of €18,487. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, €7,176 a year (about €600 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about €960 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
July usually pays best, averaging €2,580 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Velas listing was open to book earned €42 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 €75 or more.
Velas stays were booked 80 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.
The average Velas Airbnb stay lasted 4 nights over the past year. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Velas Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Velas Town, Lagoa do Caldeirã and Fajã da Caldeira de Santo Cristo draw the most short-term rental interest in Velas. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 69 active Airbnb listings in Velas as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is São Roque do Pico, 21 km away.
In Velas, about half of listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 3% of gross revenue.
Method
Figures on this page cover 69 active Airbnb listings in Velas 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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