Airbnb market data · 202512 months to May 2025
Sulina, Romania Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Sulina brought in lei 10,373 over the 12 months through May 2025, across just 19 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Sulina run through May 2025.
The short answer
Sulina Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged lei 387 a night and were booked on 27% of available nights.
Timing matters: in August, the best month, the average listing earned about 10.5 times as much as in October, the slowest. With only 19 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 19 active listings, Sulina is the second-largest of 4 Tulcea markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Sulina?
Gross bookings per Sulina listing averaged lei 10,373 over the 12 months to May 2025 (Romania average: lei 34,324), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Sulina listing brought in lei 5,480 in August, its best month, and lei 520 in October, its slowest.
Across Sulina's 19 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn lei 4,380+ a month, about 3.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn lei 3,430 or more, roughly lei 2,100 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about lei 1,310 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn lei 897 or less, about two-thirds 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.
August earned about 10.5 times what October did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, lei 2,170.
Sulina Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the May 2025 data.
August led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | Booking Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2024 | lei 1,714 | 17.6% | lei 373 | 17 days |
| Jul 2024 | lei 3,603 | 30.4% | lei 379 | 54 days |
| Aug 2024 | lei 5,484 | 44.5% | lei 382 | 45 days |
| Sep 2024 | lei 2,517 | 27.1% | lei 378 | 54 days |
| Oct 2024 | lei 520 | 6.5% | lei 373 | 64 days |
| Nov 2024 | – | – | lei 371 | – |
| Dec 2024 | lei 2,279 | 15.1% | lei 380 | 3 days |
| Jan 2025 | – | – | lei 375 | – |
| Feb 2025 | lei 589 | 7.1% | lei 357 | 6 days |
| Mar 2025 | lei 1,277 | 11.8% | lei 353 | 94 days |
| Apr 2025 | lei 2,010 | 25.3% | lei 351 | 36 days |
| May 2025 | lei 1,751 | 21.6% | lei 362 | 37 days |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in for stays in that month.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Sulina market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Sulina Profitable?
Yes, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Sulina Airbnb took in lei 10,373 in the 12 months to May 2025, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing in the top quarter, run by its owner at everyday costs, keeps about lei 1,680 a month after running costs.
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.
Sulina Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Gross bookings | lei 10,373 | lei 27,210 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's fee15.5% of bookings, Airbnb's standard host-only fee | −lei 1,610 | −lei 4,220 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −lei 520 | −lei 1,360 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −lei 210 | −lei 540 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −lei 310 | −lei 820 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −lei 100 | −lei 100 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −lei 50 | −lei 50 |
| Managementlei 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | lei 0 | lei 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | lei 0 | lei 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | lei 0 | lei 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 27% of bookings | −lei 2,800 | −lei 7,090 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | lei 7,573about lei 630 a month | lei 20,120about lei 1,680 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Sulina Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Sulina'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 Sulina 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 Sulina's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Sulina listings are booked on 29% or more of their nights, against 17% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of lei 275 adds about lei 2,750 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge lei 380 a night or more, against a median of lei 275. 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 lei 1,040 a year.
- Open for the busy months. August brought the average listing about lei 5,480, against lei 520 in October, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
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 lei 2,270 a month, against lei 860 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Sulina?
Sulina listings were booked on 27% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Romania average (32%). Occupancy swings from 7% in October to 45% in August.
Across Sulina's 19 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 38%+ of open nights, 21 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 29% or more, roughly two nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 17% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 10% or less, less than one night a week.
August was the busiest month in Sulina, October the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 27% 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 Sulina?
The average nightly rate in Sulina, known as ADR (average daily rate), was lei 387 over the past year, about 13% below the Romania average of lei 445. Averaged month by month, rates barely change through the year, staying between about lei 350 and lei 380.
Across Sulina's 19 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge lei 870+ a night, about 3.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge lei 380 or more, about lei 110 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about lei 275 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge lei 175 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
Average nightly rate by month in Sulina
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, lei 369. The 12-month ADR of lei 387 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Sulina
With only 19 active listings, the monthly pattern in Sulina is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in August and bottomed out in October.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Sulina?
Guests book Sulina stays 40 days ahead on average (about six weeks). March stays are booked furthest out, about 94 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 3 days. A typical March booking is made in mid-December.
March stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Sulina
5% of the 19 active listings in Sulina display a registration, permit or license number. A low share 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 Sulina.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sulina
AirROI's area guide picks eight Sulina neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Sulina Beach, Historic Sulina Town and St George Village. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sulina Beach | A picturesque beach area known for its warm waters and sandy shores, ideal for sunbathers and water sports enthusiasts. Attracts families and couples looking for a peaceful getaway. | Sulina Beach, Lighthouse of Sulina, Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve, Black Sea Coast, Local seafood restaurants |
| Historic Sulina Town | Rich in history and culture, this area features charming old buildings and museums. Attracts tourists interested in the heritage and history of the region. | Sulina Old Cemetery, Sulina Museum, St. Nicholas Church, Danube Delta Museum, Historical Sulina Port |
| St George Village | A nearby village known for its scenic views and close access to the Danube Delta, perfect for eco-tourism and nature lovers. Offers a unique rural experience. | St. George Beach, Danube Delta Tours, Fishing and Birdwatching activities, Local villages and culture |
| Tulcea City | A larger city nearby with amenities, dining, and cultural experiences, appealing to those who want access to city life while visiting the Delta. | Tulcea Aquarium, Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve, Techirghiol Lake, Danube Promenade, Local markets |
| Tulcea Murex | A peaceful area close to the Danube for those seeking tranquility and nature, ideal for retreats and relaxation. | Danube River Promenade, Fishing spots, Picnic areas, Nature trails |
| Dunavățu de Jos | Known for its natural beauty and as a gateway to the Delta, offering opportunities for boating and eco-tours, targets adventure seekers. | Danube Delta Tours, Wildlife watching, Fishing excursions, Charming local accommodations |
| Chilia Veche | A charming fishing village at the border of the Delta, perfect for fishing enthusiasts and cultural experiences with the local fishermen. | Fishing trips, Local cuisine experiences, Cultural exchanges, Picturesque landscapes |
| Letea Village | Known for its unique landscapes and the Letea Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Perfect for nature lovers and eco-tourists. | Letea Forest, Sand Dunes, Flora and fauna explorations, Horse-drawn carriage tours |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Sulina vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
There is no other market with 30 or more active listings within 100 km of Sulina to compare it with.
Markets Similar to Sulina
Markets elsewhere in Romania with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Sulina:
- Alba Iulia Airbnb data Romania · lei 362/night · 28.4%
- Sighișoara Airbnb data Romania · lei 365/night · 28.8%
- Sibiu Airbnb data Romania · lei 381/night · 30.5%
- Voluntari Airbnb data Romania · lei 387/night · 31.6%
- Oradea Airbnb data Romania · lei 357/night · 29.6%
- Craiova Airbnb data Romania · lei 459/night · 27.5%
FAQ
Sulina Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Sulina?
An active Sulina Airbnb grossed lei 10,373 on average in the 12 months to May 2025, according to AirROI's tracking of 19 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in lei 3,430 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Sulina?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Sulina listings earn between lei 897 and lei 3,430 in a typical month, and the top tenth lei 4,380 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 Sulina?
Listings in Sulina were booked on 27% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 32% for the national average. August was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Sulina?
The average booked night in Sulina cost lei 387 before fees. Half of listings charge between lei 175 and lei 380; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Sulina?
In Sulina, 5% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. A low share doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Sulina?
It can be, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Sulina Airbnb grossed lei 10,373 in the 12 months to May 2025, 70% below the national average of lei 34,324, though with only 19 active listings a single property can move that figure, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, keeps about lei 1,680 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Sulina?
August paid best over the past year, at lei 5,480 per active listing, and October paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Sulina?
Sulina stays were booked 40 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sulina?
Sulina Beach, Historic Sulina Town and St George Village draw the most short-term rental interest in Sulina. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Sulina?
AirROI counted 19 active Airbnb listings in Sulina as of May 2025.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 19 active Airbnb listings in Sulina from June 2024 to May 2025 (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 Romanian lei at lei 4.43 per US$, the typical rate from November 2025 to October 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.