Casa Calina - House for up to 22 people with lake view Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.77 - Revenue
- CHF 162,802
- Occupancy
- 52.0%
- Daily rate
- CHF 1,137
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Lugano, Switzerland Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Lugano brought in CHF 18,500 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 17% more than the Ticino average of CHF 15,853.
The short answer
Lugano Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged CHF 185 a night, about 6% higher than the Ticino average of CHF 175, and were booked on 38% of available nights, close to its 36%.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about three times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 593 active listings, Lugano is the largest of 46 Ticino markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings grew 9%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Lugano?
Gross bookings per Lugano listing averaged CHF 18,500 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Ticino average: CHF 15,853), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Lugano listing brings in CHF 3,730 in July, its best month, and CHF 1,220 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 37% 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 4,580+ a month, about 2.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn CHF 3,150 or more, roughly CHF 1,300 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about CHF 1,870 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CHF 896 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.
July earns about three times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average CHF 3,790 CHF 1,190
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CHF 2,250. 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.
Lugano 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.
July 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | CHF 2,667 | 47.8% | CHF 182 | CHF 89 | 55 days | 4.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | CHF 2,510 | 44.9% | CHF 179 | CHF 81 | 46 days | 3.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | CHF 1,599 | 33.3% | CHF 169 | CHF 53 | 35 days | 3.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | CHF 1,758 | 32.8% | CHF 177 | CHF 57 | 40 days | 4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | CHF 1,257 | 26.5% | CHF 170 | CHF 41 | 30 days | 4.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | CHF 1,363 | 33.1% | CHF 168 | CHF 49 | 34 days | 4.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | CHF 1,701 | 34.6% | CHF 169 | CHF 55 | 31 days | 4.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | CHF 2,115 | 40.8% | CHF 177 | CHF 70 | 40 days | 4.6 nights |
| May 2026 | CHF 2,529 | 43.1% | CHF 194 | CHF 82 | 50 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | CHF 2,942 | 48.3% | CHF 204 | CHF 98 | 50 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | CHF 3,790 | 51.7% | CHF 214 | CHF 122 | 66 days | 5.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | CHF 3,350 | 51.3% | CHF 208 | CHF 108 | 61 days | 4 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 Lugano listing earns about CHF 1,870 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb estimator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Lugano Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lugano Airbnb took in CHF 18,500 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about CHF 970 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 1,660 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the CHF 2,300 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about CHF 1,170 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about CHF 840 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.
Lugano Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | CHF 16,200 | CHF 27,330 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Lugano bookings | CHF 2,300 | CHF 3,880 |
| Gross bookings | CHF 18,500 | CHF 31,210 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 80% of Lugano listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −CHF 2,410 | −CHF 4,060 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; CHF 0 if you clean yourself | −CHF 2,300 | −CHF 3,880 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −CHF 920 | −CHF 1,560 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −CHF 370 | −CHF 620 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −CHF 550 | −CHF 940 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −CHF 180 | −CHF 180 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −CHF 90 | −CHF 90 |
| ManagementCHF 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | CHF 0 | CHF 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | CHF 0 | CHF 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | CHF 0 | CHF 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −CHF 6,820 | −CHF 11,330 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | CHF 11,680about CHF 970 a month | CHF 19,880about CHF 1,660 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Lugano Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Lugano'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 Lugano 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 Lugano's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Lugano listings are booked on 61% or more of their nights, against 38% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of CHF 155 adds about CHF 1,550 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge CHF 210 a night or more, against a median of CHF 155. 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 1,620 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about CHF 3,730, against CHF 1,220 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Lugano listings average 4.64 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 2,600 a month, against CHF 1,540 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Lugano?
Lugano listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points above the Ticino average (36%) and in line with the Switzerland average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 27% in January to 53% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 40 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 61% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 38% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 19% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Lugano, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 41% 55% 27%
The 12-month rate of 38% 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 Lugano?
The average nightly rate in Lugano, known as ADR (average daily rate), was CHF 185 over the past year, about 6% above the Ticino average of CHF 175 and about 21% below the Switzerland average of CHF 235. In a typical year, rates peak in July at about CHF 205 and bottom out in February and November at about CHF 160.
The top 10% charge about 2.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge CHF 295+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge CHF 210 or more, about CHF 55 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about CHF 155 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge CHF 115 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates run 26% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average CHF 214 CHF 155
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CHF 178.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Lugano?
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 Lugano it averaged CHF 71 over the past year, from about CHF 39 in a typical January to about CHF 120 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CHF 129+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn CHF 89 or more, about CHF 30 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about CHF 58 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CHF 36 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July RevPAR is about three times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average CHF 122 CHF 38
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CHF 74.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Lugano
Lugano has one high season, June through September, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to March. A listing earns about 2.3 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Lugano
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average CHF 3,730 CHF 1,220
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, CHF 2,250.
Revenue by month in Lugano in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | CHF 1,220 |
| February | Low season | CHF 1,350 |
| March | Low season | CHF 1,760 |
| April | Shoulder season | CHF 2,170 |
| May | Shoulder season | CHF 2,400 |
| June | High season | CHF 3,040 |
| July | High season | CHF 3,730 |
| August | High season | CHF 3,300 |
| September | High season | CHF 2,460 |
| October | Shoulder season | CHF 2,310 |
| November | Low season | CHF 1,490 |
| December | Low season | CHF 1,790 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–September | CHF 3,130 | 50% | CHF 194 |
| Shoulder seasonApril–May, October | CHF 2,290 | 43% | CHF 176 |
| Low seasonNovember–March | CHF 1,520 | 33% | CHF 166 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Lugano?
Guests book Lugano stays 48 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). June stays are booked furthest out, about 65 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 27 days. A typical June booking is made in mid-April.
June stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 44 days 80 days 23 days
The 12-month figure of 48 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 Lugano
85% of the 593 active listings in Lugano display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Lugano.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lugano
AirROI's area guide picks seven Lugano neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Centro, Sottoceneri and Sanfedele. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Centro | The heart of Lugano known for its beautiful lakeside promenade and vibrant atmosphere. Ideal for tourists wanting easy access to shops, restaurants, and cultural activities. | Lake Lugano, Parco Ciani, Piazzo della Riforma, Lugano Arte e Cultura, Lugano Casino |
| Sottoceneri | A scenic area close to nature with access to hiking trails and outdoor activities. Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking a more tranquil getaway. | Mount Brè, Hiking Trails, Cascate di Santa Zita, Forest of Cademario, Parco San Grato |
| Sanfedele | A charming residential area with local shops and restaurants. It provides a more authentic Lugano experience away from the tourist crowds. | Santuario di San Rocco, Local eateries, Neighborhood parks |
| Breganzona | Located on the hills with stunning views of Lake Lugano and the surrounding mountains. Great for travelers looking for picturesque scenery. | Monte Brè Cable Car, Hiking paths, Vigna D'oro wine estate |
| Pazzallo | Known for its peaceful ambiance and proximity to the city center, Pazzallo attracts guests seeking a quiet retreat with easy access to urban amenities. | Parco Ciani, Shopping Centers, Local cafes |
| Cassarate | This area offers a beautiful lakeside experience and is preferred by visitors looking for a relaxing stay close to the water. | Lido di Lugano, Museo d'Arte della Svizzera Italiana, Beachfront parks |
| Tesserete | A small town just outside Lugano, known for its natural beauty and traditional Swiss architecture. Attracts visitors seeking a rural escape. | Valle di Tesserete, Hiking Trails, Local markets |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Lugano Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Lugano are entire homes (91%), with private rooms at 9%. Apartments and condos account for 86% of the stock; houses come next at 10%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Lugano Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 91%
- Private room 9%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 90.9% | 539 |
| Private room | 8.6% | 51 |
| Hotel room | 0.5% | 3 |
Apartments dominate the property mix
Lugano Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 86%
- House 10%
- Hotel/Boutique 3%
- Others <1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 85.8% | 509 |
| House | 9.9% | 59 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.0% | 18 |
| Others | 0.5% | 3 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.5% | 3 |
| Unique stay | 0.2% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Lugano Have?
Lugano's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 58% of entire homes, and only 10% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 483 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Lugano entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
6%
52%
33%
8%
1%
1%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 5.6% | 27 |
| 1 bedroom | 52.4% | 253 |
| 2 bedrooms | 32.5% | 157 |
| 3 bedrooms | 8.1% | 39 |
| 4 bedrooms | 0.8% | 4 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 0.6% | 3 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Lugano
A typical studio in Lugano earned CHF 10,100 over the past year, against CHF 11,300 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 27 | CHF 10,100 | CHF 10,500 | CHF 124 | 32% |
| 1 bedroom | 253 | CHF 15,900 | CHF 18,500 | CHF 156 | 40% |
| 2 bedrooms | 157 | CHF 18,200 | CHF 24,600 | CHF 219 | 41% |
| 3 bedrooms | 39 | CHF 11,300 | CHF 22,700 | CHF 306 | 34% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Lugano Sleep?
Most Lugano listings are sized for couples and small families: 80% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 1% take eight or more. Shares are of the 554 listings with a guest capacity on file (93% of the market).
Lugano listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
28%
8%
43%
6%
11%
1%
1%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.5% | 3 |
| 2 guests | 28.3% | 157 |
| 3 guests | 8.1% | 45 |
| 4 guests | 43.3% | 240 |
| 5 guests | 5.8% | 32 |
| 6 guests | 11.4% | 63 |
| 7 guests | 1.1% | 6 |
| 8+ guests | 1.4% | 8 |
How Lugano Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Lugano hosts set up an average of 2.2 beds per listing. 54% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 13
- Beds per listing
- 2.2
- Show exact location
- 54%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Lugano Offer?
Free on-site parking is common in Lugano: 69% of listings offer it, and 60% have a patio or balcony. Only 41% of listings have air conditioning.
Share of Lugano listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Lugano
Listings in Lugano with an outdoor dining area earned about 80% more a year, on average, than those without: CHF 25,600 against CHF 14,200. Listings with outdoor furniture show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for free on-site parking (about 70% 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 Lugano 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
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoor dining area | 37% | CHF 25,600 | CHF 14,200 | +80% |
| Outdoor furniture | 38% | CHF 25,400 | CHF 14,200 | +78% |
| Free parking on premises | 69% | CHF 21,200 | CHF 12,300 | +72% |
| Patio or balcony | 60% | CHF 22,200 | CHF 13,100 | +69% |
| Air conditioning | 41% | CHF 24,100 | CHF 14,500 | +66% |
| Lake access | 13% | CHF 28,300 | CHF 17,100 | +66% |
| Beach access | 4% | CHF 29,600 | CHF 18,100 | +64% |
| Waterfront | 4% | CHF 29,200 | CHF 18,100 | +61% |
| Sun loungers | 8% | CHF 28,300 | CHF 17,700 | +60% |
| Dedicated workspace | 47% | CHF 23,000 | CHF 14,500 | +59% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Lugano?
Lugano runs on foreign visitors: two-thirds of guests who left reviews live outside Switzerland. The United States sends the most guests from abroad, with 17% of reviewers, ahead of Germany at 10%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 37%, followed by German and French.
66% of Lugano guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 66%
- Domestic 34%
Where Lugano guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Zürich | 7.2% |
| Bern | 1.7% |
| Geneva | 1.6% |
| Basel | 1.6% |
Where Lugano guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | 34.3% |
| United States | 16.7% |
| Germany | 9.7% |
| France | 5.4% |
| Italy | 5.2% |
Languages spoken by Lugano guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 37.0% |
| German | 18.2% |
| French | 13.8% |
| Italian | 9.1% |
| Spanish | 8.2% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Lugano?
Lugano Airbnbs average 4.64 stars, and 25% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.51, against 4.76 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Lugano; 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 | 4.69 |
| Cleanliness | 4.69 |
| Communication | 4.73 |
| Location | 4.71 |
| Check-in | 4.76 |
| Value | 4.51 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Lugano: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than eight in ten Lugano listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 18% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Lugano listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 51%
- 181-270 days 32%
- 91-180 days 15%
- 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 50.9% | 302 |
| 181-270 days | 32.4% | 192 |
| 91-180 days | 15.2% | 90 |
| 31-90 days | 1.5% | 9 |
Days a year Lugano listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 16%
- 91-180 days 34%
- 31-90 days 25%
- 1-30 days 23%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.4% | 14 |
| 181-270 days | 15.7% | 93 |
| 91-180 days | 33.7% | 200 |
| 31-90 days | 25.0% | 148 |
| 1-30 days | 23.3% | 138 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Lugano?
The average Lugano booking lasts 4.7 nights, longest in July and shortest in October. Listings took about 22 bookings each over the year, some 13,000 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Lugano
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.2 nights 4.8 nights 3.6 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Lugano Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
84% of listings in Lugano accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Lugano 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 Lugano?
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Lugano, used by 36% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 27% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Lugano listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Lugano?
About nine in ten Lugano listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about CHF 95. Spread over the average stay of 4.7 nights, that adds roughly CHF 20 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- CHF 95
- Average cleaning fee
- CHF 118
- Listings charging a fee
- 90.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 12.4%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Lugano
The top-grossing Airbnb in Lugano, a five-bedroom home, took in CHF 163,000 over the past year, about 8.8 times the city's average of CHF 18,500. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Casa Calina - House for up to 22 people with lake view Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.77 
Terrace on the lake Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- CHF 126,880
- Occupancy
- 76.5%
- Daily rate
- CHF 430
Luxury Nassa Penthouse with Terrace in Lugano Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- CHF 93,757
- Occupancy
- 53.8%
- Daily rate
- CHF 429
Luxury Lake View Motta Apartment in Lugano Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.87 - Revenue
- CHF 93,494
- Occupancy
- 48.5%
- Daily rate
- CHF 460
Novos Arcadia 501 - by Happy Rentals Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.47 - Revenue
- CHF 86,451
- Occupancy
- 50.9%
- Daily rate
- CHF 463
Imperial of Lugano 3-lake view, behind the station Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- CHF 83,308
- Occupancy
- 48.1%
- Daily rate
- CHF 416
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Lugano?
Sonja is the top-grossing host in Lugano, with CHF 1.35 million in bookings across 86 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 41% of its 593 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Solongo grossed CHF 73,000 per listing, about 4.7 times Sonja's CHF 15,700.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonja | 86 | CHF 1,349,585 | CHF 15,693 | 4.33/5 | |
| Ana | 36 | CHF 1,338,860 | CHF 37,191 | 4.94/5 | |
| Quokka Team | 66 | CHF 986,081 | CHF 14,941 | 4.41/5 | |
| 4 | Easylife Swiss | 24 | CHF 585,351 | CHF 24,390 | 4.59/5 |
| 5 | Valerio | 6 | CHF 272,587 | CHF 45,431 | 4.91/5 |
| 6 | Solongo | 3 | CHF 219,117 | CHF 73,039 | 4.89/5 |
| 7 | Annamaria | 4 | CHF 207,803 | CHF 51,951 | 4.91/5 |
| 8 | Andrea & Alex | 11 | CHF 194,009 | CHF 17,637 | 4.67/5 |
| 9 | Claudia - Interhome | 7 | CHF 177,519 | CHF 25,360 | 4.71/5 |
| 10 | Jörg | 1 | CHF 162,802 | CHF 162,802 | 4.77/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Lugano?
Professional management companies run a quarter of Lugano listings and owners run the rest. Superhosts run a third of listings. 62% of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 80% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 32.2%
- Professional management
- 23.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 21.1%
- Instant Book enabled
- 62.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 80.1%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Lugano
4 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Lugano, and companies run 20% of its 593 active listings. Quokka Team is the largest, with 67 listings; the next largest are Interhome, AleaHomes and VISIONAPARTMENTS Team.
The four largest run 18% of Lugano's listings
Share of Lugano's 593 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Quokka Team 11% · 67
- Interhome 4% · 21
- AleaHomes 2% · 11
- VISIONAPARTMENTS Team <1% · 5
- All other listings 82%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026.
See the largest management companies in Switzerland, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Lugano vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 10 km, Valsolda (7 km away, 43 listings) earned the most per listing, about 10% more than Lugano. Viganello was the busiest, booked on 46% of nights against 38% in Lugano.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viganello 1 km | 41 | CHF 19,211 | CHF 143 | 46% |
| Paradiso 2 km | 42 | CHF 13,822 | CHF 221 | 31% |
| Collina d'Oro 5 km | 34 | CHF 14,740 | CHF 180 | 36% |
| Bissone 5 km | 33 | CHF 16,114 | CHF 239 | 34% |
| Valsolda Italy · 7 km | 43 | CHF 20,406 | CHF 196 | 44% |
| Caslano 8 km | 43 | CHF 14,438 | CHF 187 | 31% |
| Lavena Ponte Tresa Italy · 9 km | 35 | CHF 12,026 | CHF 126 | 39% |
| Morcote 10 km | 44 | CHF 17,929 | CHF 238 | 30% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Ticino
- Locarno Airbnb data 291 listings
- Ascona Airbnb data 225 listings
- Gambarogno Airbnb data 167 listings
- Bellinzona Airbnb data 163 listings
- Minusio Airbnb data 129 listings
- Brissago Airbnb data 119 listings
- Verzasca Airbnb data 84 listings
- Muralto Airbnb data 69 listings
See all 46 Ticino Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Lugano
Markets elsewhere in Switzerland with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Lugano:
- Basel Airbnb data Switzerland · CHF 185/night · 36.0%
- Saas-Grund Airbnb data Switzerland · CHF 198/night · 36.2%
- Sion Airbnb data Switzerland · CHF 208/night · 38.0%
- Leysin Airbnb data Switzerland · CHF 203/night · 36.3%
- Ayent Airbnb data Switzerland · CHF 198/night · 35.6%
- Scuol Airbnb data Switzerland · CHF 191/night · 34.5%
FAQ
Lugano Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Lugano?
An active Lugano Airbnb grossed CHF 18,500 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 593 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in CHF 3,150 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Lugano?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Lugano listings earn between CHF 896 and CHF 3,150 in a typical month, and the top tenth CHF 4,580 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 Lugano?
Listings in Lugano were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 36% for the Ticino average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Lugano?
The average booked night in Lugano cost CHF 185 before fees. Half of listings charge between CHF 115 and CHF 210, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Lugano?
In Lugano, 85% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Lugano?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lugano Airbnb grossed CHF 18,500 in the 12 months to September 2026, 17% above the Ticino average of CHF 15,853. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, CHF 11,680 a year (about CHF 970 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 1,660 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Lugano?
July usually pays best, averaging CHF 3,730 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Lugano?
Each night a Lugano listing was open to book earned CHF 71 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 129 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Lugano?
Lugano stays were booked 48 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 Lugano?
The average Lugano Airbnb stay lasted 4.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Lugano rated?
Guests rate Lugano Airbnbs 4.64 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lugano?
Centro, Sottoceneri and Sanfedele draw the most short-term rental interest in Lugano. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Lugano?
AirROI counted 593 active Airbnb listings in Lugano as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Viganello, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Lugano?
In Lugano, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about CHF 95.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 593 active Airbnb listings in Lugano 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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