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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Cheltenham, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cheltenham brought in £19,680 over the 12 months through September 2026, in line with the England average of £19,455.
The short answer
Cheltenham Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged £185 a night and were booked on 40% of available nights, close to the England average on both counts.
July, usually the best month, brings in about 73% more per listing than January, usually the slowest.
With 624 active listings, Cheltenham is the 51st-largest of 1,108 England markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 9% while the number of active listings shrank 12%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cheltenham?
Gross bookings per Cheltenham listing averaged £19,680 over the 12 months to September 2026 (England average: £19,455), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Cheltenham listing brings in £2,780 in July, its best month, and £1,610 in January, its slowest. August runs within 1% of July, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% 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 £4,610+ a month, about 2.7 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £2,960 or more, roughly £1,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £1,720 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £834 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 1.7 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £2,910 £1,490
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £2,290. 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.
Cheltenham 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 rates peaked in March 2026 and bookings in August 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | £2,265 | 49.1% | £184 | £75 | 48 days | 4.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | £2,412 | 51.2% | £185 | £78 | 56 days | 4.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,994 | 42.4% | £183 | £66 | 79 days | 3.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £2,364 | 45.2% | £188 | £76 | 61 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,494 | 32.5% | £184 | £48 | 44 days | 5.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,813 | 39.6% | £183 | £65 | 36 days | 4.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £2,761 | 38.4% | £214 | £89 | 105 days | 3.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £2,093 | 40.7% | £188 | £70 | 47 days | 4.5 nights |
| May 2026 | £2,419 | 46.9% | £190 | £78 | 56 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £2,441 | 46.8% | £191 | £81 | 45 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £2,914 | 46.3% | £197 | £94 | 72 days | 4.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £2,898 | 52.3% | £200 | £93 | 64 days | 4.3 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 Cheltenham home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the free Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cheltenham Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cheltenham Airbnb took in £19,680 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,110 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 £1,930 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £1,230 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,210 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £960 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.
Cheltenham Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £18,450 | £31,850 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay6% of Cheltenham bookings | £1,230 | £2,120 |
| Gross bookings | £19,680 | £33,970 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 93% of Cheltenham listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£2,880 | −£4,980 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£1,230 | −£2,120 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£980 | −£1,700 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£390 | −£680 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£590 | −£1,020 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£200 | −£200 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£100 | −£100 |
| Management£0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | £0 | £0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | £0 | £0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | £0 | £0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£6,370 | −£10,800 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £13,310about £1,110 a month | £23,170about £1,930 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cheltenham Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cheltenham'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 Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cheltenham listings are booked on 65% or more of their nights, against 43% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £130 adds about £1,300 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £205 a night or more, against a median of £130. 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 £1,850 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about £2,780, against £1,610 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Cheltenham listings average 4.84 stars, and 54% 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 £2,830 a month, against £1,640 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cheltenham?
Cheltenham listings were booked on 40% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the England average and in line with the U.K. average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 53% in August and falls to 34% in January.
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 81%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 65% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 43% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 22% or less, under two nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Cheltenham, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 46% 55% 33%
The 12-month rate of 40% 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 Cheltenham?
The average nightly rate in Cheltenham, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £185 over the past year, about the same as the England and U.K. averages (£180 and £185). In a typical year, rates peak in March at about £210 and bottom out in September and November at about £170.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £390+ a night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £205 or more, about £75 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £130 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £90 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
March rates run 22% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £214 £159
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £184.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Cheltenham?
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 Cheltenham it averaged £72 over the past year, from about £52 in a typical January to about £90 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £133+ per open night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £90 or more, about £35 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £55 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £30 or less, about half of the median.
July RevPAR is about 1.7 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average £94 £48
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £75.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cheltenham
Cheltenham has two high seasons, March and July–August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. A listing earns about 32% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Cheltenham
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average £2,780 £1,610
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, £2,290.
Revenue by month in Cheltenham in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £1,610 |
| February | Low season | £2,040 |
| March | High season | £2,760 |
| April | Low season | £2,040 |
| May | Shoulder season | £2,410 |
| June | Shoulder season | £2,330 |
| July | High season | £2,780 |
| August | High season | £2,770 |
| September | Shoulder season | £2,160 |
| October | Shoulder season | £2,300 |
| November | Low season | £1,940 |
| December | Shoulder season | £2,310 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMarch, July–August | £2,770 | 48% | £198 |
| Shoulder seasonMay–June, September–October, December | £2,300 | 49% | £180 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, April, November | £1,910 | 40% | £178 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cheltenham?
Guests book Cheltenham stays 66 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. March stays are booked furthest out, about 89 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 31 days. A typical March booking is made in mid-December.
March stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 54 days 105 days 26 days
The 12-month figure of 66 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 Cheltenham
Fewer than 1% of the 624 active listings in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cheltenham
AirROI's area guide picks eight Cheltenham neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Montpelier, The Suffolks and Pittville. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Montpelier | A vibrant, bohemian area of Cheltenham known for its independent shops, cafes, and beautiful architecture. Attracts both tourists and locals looking for a lively atmosphere with cultural activities. | Montpelier Gardens, The Cheltenham Art Gallery, Independent boutiques, The Exmouth Arms, The Montpellier Wine Bar |
| The Suffolks | An affluent and picturesque area with stunning Victorian architecture. Popular for its fine dining restaurants and proximity to Cheltenham's cultural hotspots. | The Suffolks High Street, The Daffodil Restaurant, The Everyman Theatre, Pittville Park, Montpellier District |
| Pittville | Known for its parks and stunning Regency architecture, this area attracts families and tourists looking for outdoor activities and cultural events. | Pittville Park, The Pump Room, Pittville Pump Room, The Cheltenham Racecourse, The Cheltenham Town Hall |
| Leckhampton | A residential area with a charming village feel, close to the Cotswolds. Great for families and tourists who want access to nature while being close to the town center. | Leckhampton Hill, Cotswold Way, Local pubs and restaurants, Leckhampton Village |
| Cheltenham Town Centre | The heart of Cheltenham, filled with shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Ideal for those wanting convenience and access to entertainment. | High Street shopping, The Montpellier Gardens, The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham Leisure Centre, Promenade |
| Benhall | A growing area with decent amenities and schools, attractive to families and longer-term stays. Provides a balance of urban and suburban lifestyles. | Local parks, Benhall Community Centre, Nearby shopping facilities, Public transport links |
| Fairview | A friendly and diverse neighborhood close to the town center, providing easy access to arts, dining, and cultural events. | Warwick Place, Local cafes and shops, The Gardens |
| Sixways | An upcoming area with new developments and attractive for young professionals and families, close to major transport links and amenities. | Local parks, Sixways retail areas, Transport Links to the town |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Cheltenham Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 85% of listings in Cheltenham, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in seven (15%) rents out a single room. Apartments or condos (47%) and houses (46%) split the stock almost evenly.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Cheltenham Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 85%
- Private room 15%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 84.6% | 528 |
| Private room | 15.4% | 96 |
Apartments and houses split the stock
Cheltenham Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 47%
- House 46%
- Hotel/Boutique 4%
- Others 2%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 46.6% | 291 |
| House | 46.5% | 290 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.2% | 26 |
| Others | 1.9% | 12 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.6% | 4 |
| Unique stay | 0.2% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Cheltenham Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Cheltenham (37% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (31%). Shares are of the 511 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Cheltenham entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
6%
37%
31%
12%
7%
7%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 5.7% | 29 |
| 1 bedroom | 36.8% | 188 |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.1% | 159 |
| 3 bedrooms | 12.1% | 62 |
| 4 bedrooms | 7.0% | 36 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.2% | 37 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Cheltenham
A typical studio in Cheltenham earned £8,620 over the past year, against £40,900 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 29 | £8,620 | £9,260 | £91 | 34% |
| 1 bedroom | 188 | £13,000 | £14,800 | £117 | 44% |
| 2 bedrooms | 159 | £22,200 | £22,600 | £177 | 44% |
| 3 bedrooms | 62 | £20,200 | £24,400 | £268 | 38% |
| 4 bedrooms | 36 | £26,000 | £37,700 | £437 | 35% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 37 | £40,900 | £53,000 | £558 | 34% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Cheltenham Sleep?
Most Cheltenham listings are sized for couples and small families: 68% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 12% take eight or more. Shares are of the 540 listings with a guest capacity on file (87% of the market).
Cheltenham listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
35%
5%
28%
5%
13%
2%
12%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.7% | 4 |
| 2 guests | 34.6% | 187 |
| 3 guests | 5.2% | 28 |
| 4 guests | 27.8% | 150 |
| 5 guests | 5.2% | 28 |
| 6 guests | 13.1% | 71 |
| 7 guests | 1.7% | 9 |
| 8+ guests | 11.7% | 63 |
How Cheltenham Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Cheltenham hosts set up an average of 2.4 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
- 10
- Beds per listing
- 2.4
- Show exact location
- 35%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Cheltenham Offer?
Self check-in is common in Cheltenham: 69% of listings offer it, and 42% have a backyard.
Share of Cheltenham listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Cheltenham
Listings in Cheltenham with a hot tub earned about 4.4 times as much a year, on average, as those without: £81,500 against £18,500. The gap is smaller for exercise equipment (about twice as much) and a sound system (about twice as much). 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 Cheltenham 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot tub | 2% | £81,500 | £18,500 | +341% |
| Exercise equipment | 2% | £39,700 | £19,400 | +105% |
| Sound system | 7% | £36,200 | £18,400 | +97% |
| Self check-in | 69% | £22,700 | £12,700 | +79% |
| Outdoor dining area | 26% | £28,500 | £16,600 | +72% |
| Sun loungers | 2% | £32,600 | £19,400 | +68% |
| Outdoor furniture | 35% | £26,100 | £16,200 | +62% |
| Game console | 2% | £31,300 | £19,400 | +61% |
| Backyard | 42% | £24,500 | £16,300 | +50% |
| Indoor fireplace | 16% | £26,600 | £18,400 | +45% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Cheltenham?
Most Cheltenham guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 20% of those who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom, led by visitors from the United States and Australia. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 60%, followed by French and Spanish.
80% of Cheltenham guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 80%
- International 20%
Where Cheltenham guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 10.1% |
| Bristol | 1.8% |
| Cheltenham | 1.6% |
| Manchester | 1.2% |
Where Cheltenham guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% |
| United States | 5.1% |
| Australia | 2.1% |
| France | 1.4% |
| Canada | 1.3% |
Languages spoken by Cheltenham guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 60.0% |
| French | 10.2% |
| Spanish | 6.8% |
| German | 4.7% |
| Italian | 4.3% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Cheltenham?
Cheltenham Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 54% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.77, against 4.93 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 82 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Cheltenham; 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 | 4.88 |
| Cleanliness | 4.85 |
| Communication | 4.93 |
| Location | 4.88 |
| Check-in | 4.91 |
| Value | 4.77 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Cheltenham: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly three-quarters of Cheltenham 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 26% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Cheltenham listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 46%
- 181-270 days 27%
- 91-180 days 21%
- 31-90 days 6%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 46.0% | 287 |
| 181-270 days | 26.6% | 166 |
| 91-180 days | 21.5% | 134 |
| 31-90 days | 5.8% | 36 |
| 1-30 days | 0.2% | 1 |
Days a year Cheltenham listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 6%
- 181-270 days 22%
- 91-180 days 26%
- 31-90 days 23%
- 1-30 days 22%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 6.4% | 40 |
| 181-270 days | 22.4% | 140 |
| 91-180 days | 26.4% | 165 |
| 31-90 days | 22.6% | 141 |
| 1-30 days | 22.1% | 138 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Cheltenham?
The average Cheltenham booking lasts 5 nights, longest in January and shortest in November. Listings took about 25 bookings each over the year, some 15,600 in all. 55% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Cheltenham
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.2 nights 6.1 nights 3.3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Cheltenham Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About three-quarters of listings in Cheltenham accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Cheltenham, used by 33% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 44% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 52% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Cheltenham listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Cheltenham?
Nearly three-quarters of Cheltenham listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £36, and some higher fees lift the average to £68. Spread over the average stay of 5 nights, that adds roughly £7 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 6% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- £36
- Average cleaning fee
- £68
- Listings charging a fee
- 72.6%
- Share of gross revenue
- 6.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Cheltenham
The top-grossing Airbnb in Cheltenham, a nine-bedroom home, took in £150,000 over the past year, about 7.6 times the city's average of £19,700. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.
Cheltenham, The Finest House in The Cotswolds! Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.80 
Berkeley Lawn - Fine Elegance Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- £147,533
- Occupancy
- 67.6%
- Daily rate
- £535
Cheltenham stylish large house with bar & hot tub Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £142,055
- Occupancy
- 79.1%
- Daily rate
- £505
Cotswolds - Cheltenham, whole house large garden Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- £126,337
- Occupancy
- 53.7%
- Daily rate
- £622
Laverham House - Stunning 6 Bedroom Regency House Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- £123,303
- Occupancy
- 55.0%
- Daily rate
- £572
Cedar Farm: A Stunning 6 Bedroom Detached Home Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.84 - Revenue
- £123,263
- Occupancy
- 49.4%
- Daily rate
- £965
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Cheltenham?
Phil is the top-grossing host in Cheltenham, with £1.39 million in bookings across 26 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 14% of the market's 624 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil | 26 | £1,391,575 | £53,522 | 4.91/5 | |
| Oliver | 10 | £464,446 | £46,445 | 4.82/5 | |
| Red Kite Stays | 13 | £345,746 | £26,596 | 4.76/5 | |
| 4 | Sally | 9 | £266,393 | £29,599 | 4.95/5 |
| 5 | Fortuna Property | 10 | £216,764 | £21,676 | 4.79/5 |
| 6 | James | 10 | £204,023 | £20,402 | 4.89/5 |
| 7 | Out Serviced Ltd | 5 | £183,271 | £36,654 | 4.84/5 |
| 8 | Zachary | 3 | £180,579 | £60,193 | 4.82/5 |
| 9 | Edward Thomas | 3 | £162,331 | £54,110 | 4.90/5 |
| 10 | Emma | 1 | £147,533 | £147,533 | 4.92/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Cheltenham?
Only 8% of Cheltenham listings are classed as professionally managed. 56% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 29% 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 93% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 56.4%
- Professional management
- 7.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 24.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 28.5%
- Simplified Pricing
- 93.3%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Cheltenham
4 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Cheltenham, and companies run 11% of its 624 active listings. Red Kite Stays is the largest, with 14 listings and an average guest rating of 4.80; the next largest are Fortuna Property, HG Accommodation and Out Serviced. Among the four largest, Out Serviced's homes rate highest, at 4.84.
The four largest run 5% of Cheltenham's listings
Share of Cheltenham's 624 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Red Kite Stays 2% · 14
- Fortuna Property 2% · 10
- HG Accommodation <1% · 5
- Out Serviced <1% · 5
- All other listings 95%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in England, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Cheltenham vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 26 km, Cotswold District (18 km away) earned the most per listing, about twice as much as Cheltenham. Stow-on-the-Wold was the busiest, booked on 48% of nights against 40% in Cheltenham.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tewkesbury 5 km | 346 | £25,313 | £205 | 42% |
| Westbury 7 km | 34 | £16,534 | £136 | 41% |
| Gloucestershire 7 km | 529 | £20,411 | £197 | 42% |
| Gloucester 12 km | 147 | £19,941 | £142 | 45% |
| Cotswold District 18 km | 1,721 | £39,621 | £307 | 44% |
| Stroud 22 km | 603 | £26,337 | £202 | 44% |
| Stow-on-the-Wold 24 km | 35 | £33,485 | £295 | 48% |
| Wychavon 26 km | 409 | £25,432 | £220 | 43% |
Other Airbnb Markets in England
- London Airbnb data 29,056 listings
- North Norfolk Airbnb data 2,137 listings
- East Suffolk Airbnb data 2,039 listings
- North Devon Airbnb data 1,933 listings
- South Hams Airbnb data 1,793 listings
- Liverpool Airbnb data 1,640 listings
- Bristol Airbnb data 1,622 listings
- West Midlands Airbnb data 1,576 listings
See all 1,108 England Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Cheltenham
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Cheltenham:
- Aberdeenshire Airbnb data UK · £178/night · 40.2%
- Llandudno Airbnb data UK · £187/night · 41.0%
- Dolgellau Airbnb data UK · £177/night · 39.8%
- Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb data UK · £187/night · 38.1%
- Ballycastle Airbnb data UK · £174/night · 40.9%
- Conwy Airbnb data UK · £196/night · 41.0%
FAQ
Cheltenham Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cheltenham?
An active Cheltenham Airbnb grossed £19,680 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 624 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £2,960 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cheltenham?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cheltenham listings earn between £834 and £2,960 in a typical month, and the top tenth £4,610 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 Cheltenham?
Listings in Cheltenham were booked on 40% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the England average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cheltenham?
The average booked night in Cheltenham cost £185 before fees. Half of listings charge between £90 and £205, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cheltenham?
Fewer than 1% of active Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cheltenham Airbnb grossed £19,680 in the 12 months to September 2026, in line with the England average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £13,310 a year (about £1,110 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 £1,930 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cheltenham?
July usually pays best, averaging £2,780 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 Cheltenham?
Each night a Cheltenham listing was open to book earned £72 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 £133 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cheltenham?
Cheltenham stays were booked 66 days (about two months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Cheltenham?
The average Cheltenham Airbnb stay lasted 5 nights over the past year. A listing took 25 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Cheltenham rated?
Guests rate Cheltenham Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cheltenham?
Montpelier, The Suffolks and Pittville draw the most short-term rental interest in Cheltenham. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cheltenham?
AirROI counted 624 active Airbnb listings in Cheltenham as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Tewkesbury, 5 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cheltenham?
In Cheltenham, nearly three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £36, and some higher fees lift the average to £68.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 624 active Airbnb listings in Cheltenham 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 British pounds at £0.74 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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