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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Walgama, Sri Lanka Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Walgama brought in Rs 9,461,989 over the 12 months through September 2026, about three times the Southern Province average of Rs 3,114,723.
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Walgama Airbnb Market at a Glance
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the Southern Province average. Listings averaged Rs 54,985 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights, against Rs 36,500 and 34% for the Southern Province average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.6 times as much as in June, usually the slowest.
With 62 active listings, Walgama is the 21st-largest of 46 Southern Province markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 6% while the number of active listings grew 27%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Walgama?
Gross bookings per Walgama listing averaged Rs 9,461,989 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Southern Province average: Rs 3,114,723), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Walgama listing brings in Rs 1,540,000 in December, its best month, and Rs 587,000 in June, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 35% 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 8.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn Rs 2,760,000+ a month, about 4.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn Rs 1,660,000 or more, roughly Rs 1,000,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about Rs 663,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn Rs 188,000 or less, about a quarter 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 earns about 2.6 times what June does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average Rs 1,660,000 Rs 471,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, Rs 1,020,000. 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.
Walgama 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.
January 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike. Across the past two years, December is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Rs 626,928 | 44.1% | Rs 34,237 | Rs 20,898 | 55 days | 3.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | Rs 889,210 | 37.7% | Rs 39,114 | Rs 28,684 | 34 days | 5.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | Rs 1,055,296 | 52.4% | Rs 40,883 | Rs 35,177 | 45 days | 5.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | Rs 1,600,017 | 61.2% | Rs 47,630 | Rs 51,613 | 83 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | Rs 1,662,935 | 67.2% | Rs 47,943 | Rs 53,643 | 81 days | 5.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | Rs 1,541,219 | 66.4% | Rs 47,889 | Rs 55,044 | 73 days | 5.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | Rs 1,375,744 | 56.8% | Rs 45,818 | Rs 44,379 | 54 days | 4.1 nights |
| Apr 2026 | Rs 1,017,393 | 41.5% | Rs 43,802 | Rs 33,913 | 51 days | 2.8 nights |
| May 2026 | Rs 774,496 | 33.9% | Rs 42,870 | Rs 24,984 | 39 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | Rs 703,626 | 39.2% | Rs 41,107 | Rs 23,454 | 28 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | Rs 912,669 | 43.1% | Rs 41,753 | Rs 29,441 | 51 days | 6.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | Rs 847,343 | 38.3% | Rs 43,136 | Rs 27,334 | 52 days | 2.7 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Walgama home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Walgama Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Walgama Airbnb took in Rs 9,461,989 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about Rs 575,000 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 1,462,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the Rs 194,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about Rs 591,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about Rs 498,000 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.
Walgama Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | Rs 9,267,989 | Rs 23,266,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Walgama bookings | Rs 194,000 | Rs 487,000 |
| Gross bookings | Rs 9,461,989 | Rs 23,753,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 84% of Walgama listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −Rs 1,276,000 | −Rs 3,203,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; Rs 0 if you clean yourself | −Rs 194,000 | −Rs 487,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −Rs 473,000 | −Rs 1,188,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −Rs 189,000 | −Rs 475,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −Rs 284,000 | −Rs 713,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −Rs 95,000 | −Rs 95,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −Rs 47,000 | −Rs 47,000 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −Rs 2,558,000 | −Rs 6,208,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | Rs 6,903,989about Rs 575,000 a month | Rs 17,545,000about Rs 1,462,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Walgama Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Walgama'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 Walgama 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 Walgama's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Walgama listings are booked on 72% or more of their nights, against 49% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of Rs 22,600 adds about Rs 226,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge Rs 58,800 a night or more, against a median of Rs 22,600. 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 927,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about Rs 1,540,000, against Rs 587,000 in June, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Walgama listings average 4.87 stars, and 52% 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 Rs 1,979,000 a month, against Rs 788,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Walgama?
Walgama listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 11 percentage points above the Southern Province average (34%) and 12 points above the Sri Lanka average (33%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 32% in May to 66% in February.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 86%+ of open nights, 37 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 72% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 49% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 23% or less, under two nights a week.
February is usually the busiest month in Walgama, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 49% 67% 28%
The 12-month rate of 45% 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 Walgama?
The average nightly rate in Walgama, known as ADR (average daily rate), was Rs 54,985 over the past year, about 51% above the Southern Province average of Rs 36,500 and about 85% above the Sri Lanka average of Rs 29,800. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in January and December at about Rs 46,100 and bottom out in September at about Rs 33,100.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 12.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge Rs 103,000+ a night, about 4.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge Rs 58,800 or more, about Rs 36,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about Rs 22,600 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge Rs 8,035 or less, about a third of the median.
January rates run 40% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average Rs 47,900 Rs 31,900
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, Rs 40,700. The 12-month ADR of Rs 54,985 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 Walgama?
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 Walgama it averaged Rs 29,800 over the past year, from about Rs 19,600 in a typical June to about Rs 49,500 in a typical December.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn Rs 79,600+ per open night, about five times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn Rs 40,600 or more, about Rs 25,000 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about Rs 16,100 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn Rs 5,190 or less, about a third of the median.
December RevPAR is about 2.5 times June's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average Rs 55,000 Rs 15,700
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, Rs 33,400. The 12-month RevPAR of Rs 29,800 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 Walgama
Walgama has one high season, December through March, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from May to October. A listing earns about 82% more a month in December through February than in June through August.
Average revenue by month in Walgama
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average Rs 1,540,000 Rs 587,000
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, Rs 1,020,000.
Revenue by month in Walgama in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | Rs 1,390,000 |
| February | High season | Rs 1,300,000 |
| March | High season | Rs 1,250,000 |
| April | Shoulder season | Rs 1,090,000 |
| May | Low season | Rs 712,000 |
| June | Low season | Rs 587,000 |
| July | Low season | Rs 841,000 |
| August | Low season | Rs 897,000 |
| September | Low season | Rs 736,000 |
| October | Low season | Rs 821,000 |
| November | Shoulder season | Rs 1,020,000 |
| December | High season | Rs 1,540,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember–March | Rs 1,370,000 | 63% | Rs 45,317 |
| Shoulder seasonApril, November | Rs 1,060,000 | 54% | Rs 40,475 |
| Low seasonMay–October | Rs 766,000 | 39% | Rs 37,700 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Walgama?
Guests book Walgama stays 52 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 75 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 21 days. A typical December booking is made in early October.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 49 days 83 days 13 days
The 12-month figure of 52 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 Walgama
None of the 62 active listings in Walgama 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 Walgama.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Walgama
AirROI's area guide picks Hiriketiya Beach, Galle Fort and Koggala as the parts of Walgama that draw short-term rental guests. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hiriketiya Beach | A beautiful crescent-shaped beach known for its clear waters and surf breaks. A prime spot for tourists and surfers, making it popular for beachfront accommodations. | Surfing spots, Beach cafes, Yoga retreats, Scenic walks, Snorkeling areas |
| Galle Fort | A historic coastal town and UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved colonial architecture and rich history. Great for cultural tourists. | Galle Fortress, Lighthouses, Museums, Art galleries, Boutique shops |
| Koggala | A peaceful town with beautiful beaches and historical significance. Perfect for cultural experiences and relaxing retreats. | Koggala Beach, Stilt fishermen, Koggala Lake, Buddhist temples, Galle's proximity |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Walgama Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Walgama is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 44% of listings, against 56% for entire homes. Houses are the most common property type at 58%, about 1.7 times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (34%).
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Walgama Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 56%
- Private room 44%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 56.5% | 35 |
| Private room | 43.5% | 27 |
Listings by property type
Walgama Airbnb listings by property type
- House 58%
- Hotel/Boutique 34%
- Apartment/Condo 8%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 58.1% | 36 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 33.9% | 21 |
| Apartment/Condo | 8.1% | 5 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Walgama Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Walgama (37% of entire homes), and 34% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 35 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Walgama entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
9%
20%
37%
26%
9%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 8.6% | 3 |
| 1 bedroom | 20.0% | 7 |
| 2 bedrooms | 37.1% | 13 |
| 3 bedrooms | 25.7% | 9 |
| 4 bedrooms | 8.6% | 3 |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Walgama Sleep?
Most Walgama listings are sized for couples and small families: 77% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 6% take eight or more. Shares are of the 53 listings with a guest capacity on file (85% of the market).
Walgama listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
47%
4%
26%
2%
15%
6%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 47.2% | 25 |
| 3 guests | 3.8% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 26.4% | 14 |
| 5 guests | 1.9% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 15.1% | 8 |
| 8+ guests | 5.7% | 3 |
How Walgama Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Walgama hosts set up an average of 1.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 44% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 1.8
- Show exact location
- 44%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Walgama Offer?
Beach access is common in Walgama: 74% of listings offer it, and 97% offer free parking on site. Only 65% of listings offer a kitchen.
Share of Walgama listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Walgama?
Walgama runs on foreign visitors: 99% of guests who left reviews live outside Sri Lanka. Germany leads with 24% of reviewers, ahead of the United Kingdom at 15%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 43%, followed by German and French.
99% of Walgama guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 99%
- Domestic <1%
Where Walgama guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 3.3% |
| Munich | 3.1% |
| Hamburg | 2.8% |
| Berlin | 2.8% |
Where Walgama guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Germany | 23.8% |
| United Kingdom | 14.8% |
| India | 8.8% |
| Australia | 8.4% |
| France | 7.6% |
Languages spoken by Walgama guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 43.3% |
| German | 19.5% |
| French | 10.9% |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| Hindi | 3.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Walgama?
Walgama Airbnbs average 4.87 stars, and 52% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.82.
Check-in scores highest in Walgama; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.86 |
| Cleanliness | 4.85 |
| Communication | 4.91 |
| Location | 4.86 |
| Check-in | 4.94 |
| Value | 4.82 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Walgama: Stays, Rules and Fees
About seven in ten Walgama listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 29% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 31% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Walgama listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 40%
- 181-270 days 31%
- 91-180 days 11%
- 31-90 days 18%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 40.3% | 25 |
| 181-270 days | 30.6% | 19 |
| 91-180 days | 11.3% | 7 |
| 31-90 days | 17.7% | 11 |
Days a year Walgama listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 18%
- 181-270 days 11%
- 91-180 days 31%
- 31-90 days 18%
- 1-30 days 23%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 17.7% | 11 |
| 181-270 days | 11.3% | 7 |
| 91-180 days | 30.6% | 19 |
| 31-90 days | 17.7% | 11 |
| 1-30 days | 22.6% | 14 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Walgama?
The average Walgama booking lasts 5.4 nights, longest in November and shortest in August. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year, some 1,620 in all. About half of 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 Walgama
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.6 nights 7.4 nights 2.8 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Walgama Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
94% of listings in Walgama accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Walgama listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Walgama?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Walgama, used by 48% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 40% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Walgama listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Walgama?
Nearly a quarter of Walgama listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 2% of gross revenue.
- Listings charging a fee
- 22.6%
- Share of gross revenue
- 2.1%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Walgama
The top-grossing Airbnb in Walgama, a three-bedroom home, took in Rs 41,600,000 over the past year, about 4.4 times the city's average of Rs 9,460,000. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Amba Villa - Madiha Hill - Luxury villa with pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98 
Stella Beach Villa Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- Rs 41M
- Occupancy
- 54.9%
- Daily rate
- Rs 301,865
Aliya Villa - Madiha Beachfront Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- Rs 34.5M
- Occupancy
- 71.3%
- Daily rate
- Rs 127,996
Diviya Villa - Madiha Hill Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- Rs 31.6M
- Occupancy
- 57.9%
- Daily rate
- Rs 142,631
Eliya Beach villa - Madiha beach Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- Rs 29.3M
- Occupancy
- 74.9%
- Daily rate
- Rs 103,665
2-Bedroom Villa w/ Private Pool - AMARE Villas Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- Rs 28.8M
- Occupancy
- 80.6%
- Daily rate
- Rs 96,565
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Walgama?
Only 5% of Walgama listings are classed as professionally managed, though 37% of listings have a co-host. Three-quarters of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 84% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 75.8%
- Professional management
- 4.8%
- Cohosted listings
- 37.1%
- Instant Book enabled
- 53.2%
- Simplified Pricing
- 83.9%
Nearby markets
Walgama vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Walgama out-earns every one of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 13 km; the best of them, Polhena, averaged about 47% less per listing. None of them fills more nights than Walgama (45%); the busiest, Matara, reached 37%.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamburugamuwa 1 km | 51 | Rs 4,465,053 | Rs 48,362 | 33% |
| Polhena 2 km | 41 | Rs 5,014,525 | Rs 42,648 | 32% |
| Matara 2 km | 238 | Rs 1,570,683 | Rs 21,474 | 37% |
| Thalaramba 4 km | 98 | Rs 3,098,424 | Rs 40,300 | 32% |
| Mirissa 6 km | 256 | Rs 2,578,415 | Rs 29,398 | 32% |
| Peleana 8 km | 46 | Rs 4,569,744 | Rs 58,680 | 28% |
| Weligama 10 km | 349 | Rs 2,076,586 | Rs 28,903 | 36% |
| Midigama 13 km | 72 | Rs 1,730,541 | Rs 22,129 | 30% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Southern Province
- Galle Airbnb data 401 listings
- Hikkaduwa Airbnb data 397 listings
- Ahangama West Airbnb data 320 listings
- Ahangama Airbnb data 204 listings
- Tangalle Airbnb data 179 listings
- Unawatuna Airbnb data 160 listings
- Talpe Airbnb data 134 listings
- Dikwella Airbnb data 129 listings
FAQ
Walgama Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Walgama?
An active Walgama Airbnb grossed Rs 9,461,989 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 62 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in Rs 1,660,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Walgama?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Walgama listings earn between Rs 188,000 and Rs 1,660,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth Rs 2,760,000 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 Walgama?
Listings in Walgama were booked on 45% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 34% for the Southern Province average. February is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Walgama?
The average booked night in Walgama cost Rs 54,985 before fees. Half of listings charge between Rs 8,035 and Rs 58,800, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Walgama?
None of the active Walgama 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 Walgama?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Walgama Airbnb grossed Rs 9,461,989 in the 12 months to September 2026, at about three times the Southern Province average of Rs 3,114,723. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, Rs 6,903,989 a year (about Rs 575,000 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 1,462,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Walgama?
December usually pays best, averaging Rs 1,540,000 per active listing over the past two years, and June usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Walgama?
Each night a Walgama listing was open to book earned Rs 29,800 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 Rs 79,600 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Walgama?
Walgama stays were booked 52 days (about seven 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 Walgama?
The average Walgama Airbnb stay lasted 5.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Walgama rated?
Guests rate Walgama Airbnbs 4.87 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Walgama?
Hiriketiya Beach, Galle Fort and Koggala draw the most short-term rental interest in Walgama. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Walgama?
AirROI counted 62 active Airbnb listings in Walgama as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Kamburugamuwa, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Walgama?
In Walgama, nearly a quarter of listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 2% of gross revenue.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 62 active Airbnb listings in Walgama 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 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.
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