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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Basel, Basel-Stadt Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
154
Avg. booking lead time
41 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
June
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Basel Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates and bookings both trail the national average. Listings averaged CHF 170 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against CHF 235 and 39% for the national average.

Timing matters: in June, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.9 times as much as in February, the slowest.

AirROI tracked 154 active listings in Basel.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Basel?

Gross bookings per Basel listing averaged CHF 11,430 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Switzerland average: CHF 22,850), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

The average Basel listing brought in CHF 2,990 in June, its best month, and CHF 1,040 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 34% 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.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CHF 3,850+ a month, about 2.7 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn CHF 2,540 or more, roughly CHF 1,100 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about CHF 1,410 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CHF 724 or less, about half 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.

June earned about 2.9 times what February did

Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CHF 1,860.

Basel 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.

June 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in September 2025.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Basel, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025CHF 2,09451.4%CHF 163CHF 7024 days4 nights
Oct 2025CHF 1,58239.2%CHF 164CHF 5132 days4.5 nights
Nov 2025CHF 1,77242.6%CHF 164CHF 5930 days4.3 nights
Dec 2025CHF 2,17947.8%CHF 165CHF 7019 days3.8 nights
Jan 2026CHF 1,27332.9%CHF 163CHF 4123 days4.2 nights
Feb 2026CHF 1,04429.8%CHF 161CHF 3751 days3.9 nights
Mar 2026CHF 1,53436.1%CHF 160CHF 4925 days4 nights
Apr 2026CHF 1,44034.5%CHF 162CHF 4833 days3.8 nights
May 2026CHF 1,90637.3%CHF 181CHF 6143 days4.6 nights
Jun 2026CHF 2,98846.1%CHF 207CHF 10071 days3.8 nights
Jul 2026CHF 2,32341.6%CHF 183CHF 7548 days5.1 nights
Aug 2026CHF 2,16241.6%CHF 182CHF 7059 days3.8 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 Basel listing earns about CHF 1,410 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The short-term rental calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Basel Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Basel Airbnb took in CHF 11,430 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about CHF 660 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 CHF 1,210 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the CHF 870 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about CHF 740 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about CHF 580 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.

Basel 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 Basel Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsCHF 10,560CHF 19,060
Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Basel bookingsCHF 870CHF 1,570
Gross bookingsCHF 11,430CHF 20,630
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 11%: 15.5% for the 66% of Basel listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−CHF 1,290−CHF 2,330
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; CHF 0 if you clean yourself−CHF 870−CHF 1,570
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−CHF 570−CHF 1,030
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−CHF 230−CHF 410
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−CHF 340−CHF 620
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−CHF 110−CHF 110
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−CHF 60−CHF 60
ManagementCHF 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsCHF 0CHF 0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeCHF 0CHF 0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onCHF 0CHF 0
Total running costsAbout 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−CHF 3,470−CHF 6,130
Left for housing costs, then profitCHF 7,960about CHF 660 a monthCHF 14,500about CHF 1,210 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Basel Airbnb Profit

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

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Basel listings are booked on 62% or more of their nights, against 37% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of CHF 135 adds about CHF 1,350 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge CHF 220 a night or more, against a median of CHF 135. 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 CHF 1,060 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. June brought the average listing about CHF 2,990, against CHF 1,040 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Basel listings average 4.77 stars, and 25% 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 CHF 1,720 a month, against CHF 950 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Basel?

Basel listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the Switzerland average (39%). Occupancy climbs to 51% in September and falls to 30% in February.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 62% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 37% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 16% or less, under two nights a week.

September was the busiest month in Basel, February the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026

The 12-month rate of 35% 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 Basel?

The average nightly rate in Basel, known as ADR (average daily rate), was CHF 170 over the past year, about 28% below the Switzerland average of CHF 235. Rates peak in June at about CHF 205 and bottom out in February and March at about CHF 160.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge CHF 325+ a night, about 2.4 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge CHF 220 or more, about CHF 85 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about CHF 135 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge CHF 95 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

June rates ran 30% above March's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CHF 171.

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Basel?

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 Basel it averaged CHF 55 over the past year, from about CHF 37 in February to about CHF 100 in June.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CHF 104+ per open night, about 2.3 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn CHF 69 or more, about CHF 25 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about CHF 45 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CHF 29 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

June RevPAR was about 2.7 times February's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CHF 61. The 12-month RevPAR of CHF 55 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 Basel

Basel has two high seasons, June–September and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April and slows again in October.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Basel by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–September, DecemberCHF 2,35046%CHF 180
Shoulder seasonMay, NovemberCHF 1,84040%CHF 173
Low seasonJanuary–April, OctoberCHF 1,37035%CHF 162

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Basel?

Guests book Basel stays 41 days ahead on average (about six weeks). June stays are booked furthest out, about 71 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical June booking is made in early April.

June stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026

The 12-month figure of 41 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 Basel

None of the 154 active listings in Basel 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 Basel.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Basel

AirROI's area guide picks eight Basel neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kleinbasel, Altstadt Grossbasel and St. Alban. 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 Basel
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Kleinbasel A vibrant district along the Rhine River, known for its lively atmosphere and cultural spots. It's an excellent location for visitors seeking local bars, restaurants, and proximity to city attractions.Kunstmuseum Basel, Spalentor, Rheinpromenade, Tinguely Fountain, Basel Zoo
Altstadt Grossbasel The historic old town of Basel, featuring charming streets, medieval buildings, and a rich cultural heritage. Ideal for tourists interested in history, architecture, and local markets.Basel Minster, Rathaus, Marktplatz, Middle Bridge, Basel Paper Mill Museum
St. Alban Known as the 'Venice of Switzerland' for its picturesque waterways and beautiful views. This area attracts those seeking a peaceful, scenic environment close to art and culture.Vitra Design Museum, Fondation Beyeler, Basel Historical Museum, Swiss Architecture Museum, Rhine River
Clara A trendy urban neighborhood known for its artistic vibe and proximity to the city's main attractions. Great for young professionals and cultural enthusiasts.Kaserne Basel, Volkshaus Basel, Theatre Basel, Clara's Market, Kulturzentrum Stadtkino
Berrieweg A tranquil residential district ideal for families and longer stays, offering easy access to parks and local amenities, appealing to those who prefer a quieter location.Park im Grünen, Birsig River, Local cafes and shops, Basel Paper Mill Museum, School for Design
St. Johanns A charming neighborhood known for its multicultural atmosphere and proximity to the Rhine. Attracts tourists looking for diversity and local experiences.Tinguely Museum, Rheinbad, Kunsthalle Basel, Johnanniterbrücke, Basel's annual fairs
Pratteln A suburban area just outside Basel, known for its family-friendly atmosphere and local attractions. Perfect for visitors who want a quieter stay with easy access to Basel.Aquabasilea, Dreiländereck, Parks and recreational areas, Local shopping centers, Cultural events
Riehen An elegant residential district known for its beautiful landscapes and art museums, ideal for those seeking a peaceful stay close to nature and culture.Fondation Beyeler, Riehen Cemetery, Botmingen Castle, Local vineyards, Beautiful walking paths

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

Listings

Basel Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 64% of listings in Basel, but private rooms are a real segment: more than one listing in three (36%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos account for 84% of the stock; hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs come next at 10%.

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

Basel Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 64%
  • Private room 36%
Room types in numbers
Basel Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home63.6%98
Private room36.4%56

Apartments dominate the property mix

Basel Airbnb listings by property type

  • Apartment/Condo 84%
  • Hotel/Boutique 10%
  • House 3%
  • Others 1%
  • Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
Basel Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
Apartment/Condo84.4%130
Hotel/Boutique10.4%16
House3.2%5
Others1.3%2
Cabin/Outdoor0.6%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Basel Have?

Basel's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 59% of entire homes, and only 10% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 98 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Basel 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
Basel entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio11.2%11
1 bedroom48.0%47
2 bedrooms30.6%30
3 bedrooms8.2%8
4 bedrooms2.0%2

What Each Home Size Earns in Basel

A typical studio in Basel earned CHF 12,700 over the past year, against CHF 7,090 for a two-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Basel
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Studio11CHF 12,700CHF 14,500CHF 13445%
1 bedroom47CHF 8,550CHF 11,900CHF 17136%
2 bedrooms30CHF 7,090CHF 14,300CHF 23534%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Basel Sleep?

Most Basel listings are sized for couples and small families: 82% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 2% take eight or more. Shares are of the 113 listings with a guest capacity on file (73% of the market).

Basel 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
Basel listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings with a capacity on file Listings
1 guest2.7%3
2 guests37.2%42
3 guests12.4%14
4 guests30.1%34
5 guests3.5%4
6 guests10.6%12
7 guests1.8%2
8+ guests1.8%2

How Basel Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Basel hosts set up an average of 1.9 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 35% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
8
Beds per listing
1.9
Show exact location
35%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Basel Offer?

Washers are common in Basel: 65% of listings have one, and 47% offer self check-in. Air conditioning is the exception rather than the rule: only 8% of listings have it.

Share of Basel listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi 93%
  • Kitchen 86%
  • Heating 79%
  • Hot water 75%
  • Bed linens 73%
  • Washer 65%
  • Hair dryer 65%
  • Hangers 60%
  • Coffee maker 59%
  • Refrigerator 59%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Basel

Listings in Basel with paid parking off premises earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: CHF 18,700 against CHF 9,750. The gap is smaller for self check-in (about 75% more) and an elevator (about 65% more). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.

Revenue gap for Basel listings with each amenity

How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it

  • Paid parking off premises +92% on 19% of listings
  • Self check-in +76% on 47% of listings
  • Elevator +64% on 31% of listings
  • Single level home +54% on 12% of listings
  • Air conditioning +48% on 8% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +47% on 12% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +40% on 33% of listings
  • Backyard +27% on 10% of listings
  • Pets allowed +9% on 16% of listings
  • Sound system +8% on 16% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Basel listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Paid parking off premises19%CHF 18,700CHF 9,750+92%
Self check-in47%CHF 14,800CHF 8,440+76%
Elevator31%CHF 15,700CHF 9,560+64%
Single level home12%CHF 16,500CHF 10,700+54%
Air conditioning8%CHF 16,300CHF 11,000+48%
Outdoor furniture12%CHF 15,900CHF 10,800+47%
Patio or balcony33%CHF 14,100CHF 10,100+40%
Backyard10%CHF 14,100CHF 11,100+27%
Pets allowed16%CHF 12,300CHF 11,300+9%
Sound system16%CHF 12,200CHF 11,300+8%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Basel?

Basel runs on foreign visitors: 77% of guests who left reviews live outside Switzerland. Germany sends the most guests from abroad, with 18% of reviewers, ahead of the United States at 14%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 39%, followed by German and French.

77% of Basel guests come from abroad

Where guests who left reviews live

  • International 77%
  • Domestic 23%

Where Basel guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Berlin 3%
  • Zürich 3%
  • Basel 2%
  • London 2%
  • Paris 2%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Basel guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Berlin2.9%
Zürich2.5%
Basel2.3%
London2.1%
Paris2.0%

Where Basel guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Switzerland 23%
  • Germany 18%
  • United States 14%
  • France 7%
  • United Kingdom 7%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Basel guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
Switzerland22.7%
Germany17.6%
United States14.0%
France7.2%
United Kingdom7.1%

Languages spoken by Basel guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 39%
  • German 18%
  • French 15%
  • Spanish 9%
  • Italian 5%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Basel guests
Language Share of guests
English39.3%
German18.2%
French14.5%
Spanish8.8%
Italian5.2%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Basel?

Basel Airbnbs average 4.77 stars, and 25% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.64, against 4.85 for host communication and check-in.

Communication and check-in score highest in Basel; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.79
  • Cleanliness 4.76
  • Communication 4.85
  • Location 4.79
  • Check-in 4.85
  • Value 4.64
Category scores in numbers
Basel guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.79
Cleanliness4.76
Communication4.85
Location4.79
Check-in4.85
Value4.64

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Basel: Stays, Rules and Fees

About nine in ten Basel listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 11% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 37% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Basel listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 71%
  • 181-270 days 19%
  • 91-180 days 10%
  • 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Basel listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days70.8%109
181-270 days18.8%29
91-180 days9.7%15
31-90 days0.6%1

Days a year Basel listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 1%
  • 181-270 days 10%
  • 91-180 days 19%
  • 31-90 days 37%
  • 1-30 days 33%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Basel listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days1.3%2
181-270 days9.7%15
91-180 days18.8%29
31-90 days37.0%57
1-30 days33.1%51

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

The average Basel booking lasts 4.2 nights, longest in July and shortest in April. Listings took about 17 bookings each over the year, some 2,500 in all. More than six in ten 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 Basel

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Basel Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

Nearly three-quarters of listings in Basel accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Basel listings

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

  • 1 Night 39% 60 listings
  • 2 Nights 34% 52 listings
  • 3 Nights 14% 22 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 6% 10 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 6% 9 listings
  • 30+ Nights 1% 1 listing

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Basel?

Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Basel, used by 36% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about two-thirds of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 27% on Firm or stricter ones.

Cancellation policies of Basel listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 36% 56 listings
  • Moderate 31% 47 listings
  • Limited 6% 10 listings
  • Firm 21% 33 listings
  • Strict 5% 8 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Basel?

More than seven in ten Basel listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is CHF 45, and some higher fees lift the average to CHF 67. Spread over the average stay of 4.2 nights, that adds roughly CHF 11 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 8% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
CHF 45
Average cleaning fee
CHF 67
Listings charging a fee
71.4%
Share of gross revenue
7.6%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Basel

The top-grossing Airbnb in Basel, a two-bedroom unit, took in CHF 61,300 over the past year, about 5.4 times the city's average of CHF 11,400. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.

Casa Rheinblick - Apartment (D) | 3BR Penthouse Casa Rheinblick - Apartment (D) | 3BR Penthouse Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.81
Revenue
CHF 61,298
Occupancy
61.1%
Daily rate
CHF 354
The Penthouse Basel The Penthouse Basel Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.97
Revenue
CHF 52,393
Occupancy
64.2%
Daily rate
CHF 311
Lovely apartment in old town Lovely apartment in old town Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Revenue
CHF 49,490
Occupancy
49.1%
Daily rate
CHF 333
Modern Apartment near Roche & Tinguely Basel Modern Apartment near Roche & Tinguely Basel Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.70
Revenue
CHF 47,029
Occupancy
69.5%
Daily rate
CHF 166
Casa Rheinblick - Apartment (B) | 1BR River View Casa Rheinblick - Apartment (B) | 1BR River View Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.97
Revenue
CHF 46,776
Occupancy
66.5%
Daily rate
CHF 255
4 rooms, 6 people. Newly furnished, in the center. 4 rooms, 6 people. Newly furnished, in the center. Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.78
Revenue
CHF 44,881
Occupancy
48.5%
Daily rate
CHF 255

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Basel?

Tomas is the top-grossing host in Basel, with CHF 151,000 in bookings across 4 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 22% of the market's 154 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Basel by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Tomas 4CHF 151,477CHF 37,8694.88/5
Andy 11CHF 136,135CHF 12,3764.64/5
Stefan Und Daniel 3CHF 122,182CHF 40,7274.69/5
4 Dan 3CHF 81,590CHF 27,1974.79/5
5 Lukas 5CHF 59,769CHF 11,9544.50/5
6 Monika 2CHF 54,800CHF 27,4004.72/5
7 Eva 1CHF 52,393CHF 52,3934.97/5
8 Ina 1CHF 49,490CHF 49,4904.95/5
9 Anne-Sophie 1CHF 39,039CHF 39,0394.84/5
10 BASEliving 3CHF 35,477CHF 11,8264.71/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Basel?

Fewer than 1% of Basel listings are classed as professionally managed. Only 28% of listings are run by Superhosts. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 21% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 66% of listings.

Superhosts
27.9%
Professional management
0.6%
Cohosted listings
11.0%
Instant Book enabled
20.8%
Simplified Pricing
66.2%

Nearby markets

Basel vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: Basel (737 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 14 km, Muttenz (5 km away, 33 listings) earned the most per listing, about 9% more than Basel. Saint-Louis was the busiest, booked on 45% of nights against 35% in Basel.

Airbnb markets near Basel: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Binningen 3 km 35CHF 9,411CHF 12634%
Huningue France · 4 km 102CHF 11,344CHF 9943%
Weil am Rhein Germany · 5 km 73CHF 11,410CHF 10842%
Muttenz 5 km 33CHF 12,467CHF 12235%
Saint-Louis France · 5 km 359CHF 10,743CHF 8445%
Lörrach Germany · 9 km 143CHF 8,924CHF 9139%
Dornach 9 km 41CHF 8,766CHF 9335%
Rheinfelden (Baden) Germany · 14 km 55CHF 8,272CHF 9537%

Markets Similar to Basel

Markets elsewhere in Switzerland with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Basel:

FAQ

Basel Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Basel?

An active Basel Airbnb grossed CHF 11,430 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 154 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in CHF 2,540 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Basel?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Basel listings earn between CHF 724 and CHF 2,540 in a typical month, and the top tenth CHF 3,850 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 Basel?

Listings in Basel were booked on 35% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the national average. September was the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Basel?

The average booked night in Basel cost CHF 170 before fees. Half of listings charge between CHF 95 and CHF 220, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Basel?

None of the active Basel 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 Basel?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Basel Airbnb grossed CHF 11,430 in the 12 months to September 2026, 50% below the national average of CHF 22,850. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, CHF 7,960 a year (about CHF 660 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 CHF 1,210 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Basel?

June paid best over the past year, at CHF 2,990 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Basel?

Each night a Basel listing was open to book earned CHF 55 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 CHF 104 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Basel?

Basel stays were booked 41 days (about six 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 Basel?

The average Basel Airbnb stay lasted 4.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 17 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Basel rated?

Guests rate Basel Airbnbs 4.77 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Basel?

Kleinbasel, Altstadt Grossbasel and St. Alban draw the most short-term rental interest in Basel. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Basel?

AirROI counted 154 active Airbnb listings in Basel as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Binningen, 3 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Basel?

In Basel, more than seven in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is CHF 45, and some higher fees lift the average to CHF 67.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 154 active Airbnb listings in Basel 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 Swiss francs at CHF 0.80 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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