Airbnb market data · 202512 months to April 2025
Seenigama, Sri Lanka Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Seenigama brought in Rs 3,571,234 over the 12 months through April 2025, across just 19 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Seenigama run through April 2025.
The short answer
Seenigama Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged Rs 27,217 a night and were booked on 28% of available nights.
Timing matters: in December, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.6 times as much as in September, the slowest. With only 19 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 19 active listings, Seenigama is the 40th-largest of 46 Southern Province markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Seenigama?
Gross bookings per Seenigama listing averaged Rs 3,571,234 over the 12 months to April 2025 (Southern Province average: Rs 3,114,723), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Seenigama listing brought in Rs 1,110,000 in December, its best month, and Rs 307,000 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 41% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Seenigama's 19 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn Rs 1,860,000+ a month, about 6.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn Rs 618,000 or more, roughly Rs 320,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about Rs 298,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn Rs 113,000 or less, about 38% 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.
December earned about 3.6 times what September did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, Rs 578,000.
Seenigama Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the April 2025 data.
December led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | Booking Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2024 | Rs 698,235 | 51.6% | Rs 26,563 | 19 days |
| Jun 2024 | Rs 630,471 | 24.4% | Rs 25,410 | 14 days |
| Jul 2024 | Rs 465,626 | 33.3% | Rs 24,855 | 50 days |
| Aug 2024 | Rs 1,043,528 | 40.3% | Rs 24,681 | 46 days |
| Sep 2024 | Rs 306,708 | 21.3% | Rs 24,345 | 17 days |
| Oct 2024 | Rs 315,698 | 21.6% | Rs 24,195 | 22 days |
| Nov 2024 | Rs 567,339 | 24.0% | Rs 24,756 | 66 days |
| Dec 2024 | Rs 1,109,110 | 53.0% | Rs 29,933 | 82 days |
| Jan 2025 | Rs 563,983 | 40.2% | Rs 27,067 | 62 days |
| Feb 2025 | Rs 367,336 | 34.4% | Rs 26,740 | 32 days |
| Mar 2025 | Rs 411,108 | 21.8% | Rs 26,528 | 49 days |
| Apr 2025 | Rs 457,045 | 25.6% | Rs 26,806 | 39 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.
The typical Seenigama listing earns about Rs 298,000 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
Is an Airbnb in Seenigama Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Seenigama Airbnb took in Rs 3,571,234 in the 12 months to April 2025, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about Rs 217,000 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 Rs 456,000 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.
Seenigama Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Gross bookings | Rs 3,571,234 | Rs 7,412,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's fee15.5% of bookings, Airbnb's standard host-only fee | −Rs 554,000 | −Rs 1,149,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −Rs 179,000 | −Rs 371,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −Rs 71,000 | −Rs 148,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −Rs 107,000 | −Rs 222,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −Rs 36,000 | −Rs 36,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −Rs 18,000 | −Rs 18,000 |
| ManagementRs 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | Rs 0 | Rs 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | Rs 0 | Rs 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | Rs 0 | Rs 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 27% of bookings | −Rs 965,000 | −Rs 1,944,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | Rs 2,606,234about Rs 217,000 a month | Rs 5,468,000about Rs 456,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Seenigama Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Seenigama'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 Seenigama 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.
How Seenigama's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Seenigama listings are booked on 47% or more of their nights, against 26% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of Rs 14,100 adds about Rs 141,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge Rs 28,600 a night or more, against a median of Rs 14,100. 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 Rs 357,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. December brought the average listing about Rs 1,110,000, against Rs 307,000 in September, 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 Rs 618,000 a month, against Rs 298,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Seenigama?
Seenigama listings were booked on 28% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points below the Southern Province average (34%) and 5 points below the Sri Lanka average (33%). Occupancy swings from 21% in September to 53% in December.
Across Seenigama's 19 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 55%+ of open nights, 29 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 47% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 26% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 19% or less, under two nights a week.
December was the busiest month in Seenigama, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 28% 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 Seenigama?
The average nightly rate in Seenigama, known as ADR (average daily rate), was Rs 27,217 over the past year, about 25% below the Southern Province average of Rs 36,500 and about 9% below the Sri Lanka average of Rs 29,800. Rates peak in December at about Rs 29,900 and bottom out in September and October at about Rs 24,200.
Across Seenigama's 19 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge Rs 56,500+ a night, about four times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge Rs 28,600 or more, about Rs 15,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about Rs 14,100 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge Rs 6,575 or less, about half of the median.
December rates ran 24% above October's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, Rs 26,000.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Seenigama
With only 19 active listings, the monthly pattern in Seenigama is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in December and bottomed out in September.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Seenigama?
Guests book Seenigama stays 34 days ahead on average (about five weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 82 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical December booking is made in late September.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 34 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Seenigama
None of the 19 active listings in Seenigama 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 Seenigama.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Seenigama
AirROI's area guide picks four Seenigama neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Seenigama Beach, Galle Fort and Koggala. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Seenigama Beach | A beautiful beach destination known for its serene environment and scenic views. Attracts visitors looking for relaxation, water sports, and local culture. | Seenigama Sri Devol Maha Devalaya, Water sports activities, Local seafood restaurants, Beachfront cafes, Fishing spots |
| Galle Fort | A UNESCO World Heritage site that offers a mix of history, culture, and scenic coastal views. Popular among tourists interested in heritage and architecture. | Galle Fort, Dutch Reformed Church, National Maritime Museum, Galle Lighthouse, Historic buildings and streets |
| Koggala | A tranquil location with beautiful beaches and lagoons, appealing to nature lovers and those seeking a quiet getaway. | Koggala Lake, Herbal gardens, Old Koggala Temple, Water sports, Local crafts and markets |
| Talpe Beach | A less-crowded beach destination ideal for relaxation, surrounded by natural beauty and luxury villas, attracts those looking for a peaceful retreat. | Talpe Beach, Local seafood dining, Yoga retreats, Surfing spots, Nearby turtle hatcheries |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Seenigama vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 25 km, Talpe (25 km away) earned the most per listing, about twice as much as Seenigama. Unawatuna and Talpe were the busiest, each booked on 33% of nights against 28% in Seenigama.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thiranagama 3 km | 69 | Rs 1,455,334 | Rs 20,716 | 30% |
| Hikkaduwa 3 km | 397 | Rs 1,620,834 | Rs 24,816 | 32% |
| Ambalangoda 10 km | 34 | Rs 1,996,971 | Rs 44,108 | 27% |
| Galle 19 km | 401 | Rs 2,142,410 | Rs 33,902 | 29% |
| Rumassala 22 km | 107 | Rs 3,100,304 | Rs 32,542 | 31% |
| Unawatuna 23 km | 160 | Rs 1,950,894 | Rs 28,082 | 33% |
| Heenatigala Junction 24 km | 75 | Rs 6,475,502 | Rs 77,412 | 32% |
| Talpe 25 km | 134 | Rs 7,461,919 | Rs 87,652 | 33% |
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- Tangalle Airbnb data 179 listings
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FAQ
Seenigama Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Seenigama?
An active Seenigama Airbnb grossed Rs 3,571,234 on average in the 12 months to April 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 Rs 618,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Seenigama?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Seenigama listings earn between Rs 113,000 and Rs 618,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth Rs 1,860,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Seenigama?
Listings in Seenigama were booked on 28% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 34% for the Southern Province average. December was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Seenigama?
The average booked night in Seenigama cost Rs 27,217 before fees. Half of listings charge between Rs 6,575 and Rs 28,600, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Seenigama?
None of the active Seenigama 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 Seenigama?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Seenigama Airbnb grossed Rs 3,571,234 in the 12 months to April 2025, 15% above the Southern Province average of Rs 3,114,723, though with only 19 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, Rs 2,606,234 a year (about Rs 217,000 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 Rs 456,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Seenigama?
December paid best over the past year, at Rs 1,110,000 per active listing, and September paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Seenigama?
Seenigama stays were booked 34 days (about five 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 Seenigama?
Seenigama Beach, Galle Fort and Koggala draw the most short-term rental interest in Seenigama. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Seenigama?
AirROI counted 19 active Airbnb listings in Seenigama as of April 2025. The closest tracked market is Thiranagama, 3 km away.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 19 active Airbnb listings in Seenigama from May 2024 to April 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 Sri Lankan rupees at Rs 313 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.