Modern, luxurious barn with hot tub Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- £255,940
- Occupancy
- 44.6%
- Daily rate
- £1,564
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Folkestone and Hythe District, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District brought in £24,175 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 15% more than the England average of £21,011.
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Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Folkestone and Hythe District run ahead of the England average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged £230 a night and were booked on 39% of available nights, against £195 and 41% for the England average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.5 times as much as in November, usually the slowest.
With 467 active listings, Folkestone and Hythe District is the 77th-largest of 1,108 England markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 23% while the number of active listings shrank 21%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Gross bookings per Folkestone and Hythe District listing averaged £24,175 over the 12 months to October 2026 (England average: £21,011), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Folkestone and Hythe District listing brings in £4,260 in August, its best month, and £1,700 in November, its slowest. February runs within 2% of November, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 36% 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 3.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £5,470+ a month, about 2.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £3,310 or more, roughly £1,400 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £1,950 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £1,010 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.
August earns about 2.5 times what November does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £4,450 £1,490
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £2,540. 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.
Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
August 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | £2,653 | 42.4% | £204 | £86 | 59 days | 3.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,915 | 33.4% | £195 | £64 | 51 days | 3.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £2,357 | 36.2% | £208 | £76 | 81 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £2,009 | 29.8% | £199 | £65 | 49 days | 5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,786 | 33.9% | £198 | £64 | 45 days | 4.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £2,016 | 33.1% | £198 | £65 | 45 days | 4.1 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £2,365 | 38.4% | £207 | £79 | 58 days | 3.4 nights |
| May 2026 | £3,013 | 44.4% | £212 | £97 | 65 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £2,908 | 47.7% | £229 | £97 | 70 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £3,800 | 49.1% | £238 | £123 | 88 days | 3.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £4,449 | 61.9% | £240 | £144 | 82 days | 3.9 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £2,924 | 48.7% | £226 | £97 | 64 days | 3.4 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 Folkestone and Hythe District listing earns about £1,950 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 Folkestone and Hythe District Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb took in £24,175 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,280 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 £2,200 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £2,400 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,480 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £1,100 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.
Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £21,775 | £36,920 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Folkestone and Hythe District bookings | £2,400 | £4,060 |
| Gross bookings | £24,175 | £40,980 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 96% of Folkestone and Hythe District listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£3,610 | −£6,120 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£2,400 | −£4,060 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£1,210 | −£2,050 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£480 | −£820 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£730 | −£1,230 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£240 | −£240 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£120 | −£120 |
| 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 | −£8,790 | −£14,640 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £15,385about £1,280 a month | £26,340about £2,200 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Folkestone and Hythe District'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 Folkestone and Hythe District 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 Folkestone and Hythe District's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Folkestone and Hythe District listings are booked on 61% or more of their nights, against 39% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £140 adds about £1,420 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £235 a night or more, against a median of £140. 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 £2,180 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about £4,260, against £1,700 in November, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Folkestone and Hythe District listings average 4.83 stars, and 56% 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 £3,420 a month, against £2,010 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Folkestone and Hythe District listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the England average (41%) and 2 points below the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 31% in January to 61% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.9 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 61% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 39% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Folkestone and Hythe District, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 42% 62% 30%
The 12-month rate of 39% 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 Folkestone and Hythe District?
The average nightly rate in Folkestone and Hythe District, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £230 over the past year, about 18% above the England and U.K. averages (both about £195). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and August at about £230 and bottom out in November at about £180.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £440+ a night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £235 or more, about £95 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £140 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £99 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
August rates run 29% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £240 £161
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £202. The 12-month ADR of £230 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District?
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 Folkestone and Hythe District it averaged £83 over the past year, from about £57 in a typical November to about £137 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £161+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £104 or more, about £40 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £64 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £36 or less, about 56% of the median.
August RevPAR is about 2.4 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £144 £50
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £83.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District
Folkestone and Hythe District has one high season, May through September, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to March. A listing earns about 87% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Folkestone and Hythe District
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average £4,260 £1,700
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, £2,540.
Revenue by month in Folkestone and Hythe District in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £1,850 |
| February | Low season | £1,720 |
| March | Low season | £1,900 |
| April | Shoulder season | £2,340 |
| May | High season | £2,910 |
| June | High season | £2,790 |
| July | High season | £3,660 |
| August | High season | £4,260 |
| September | High season | £2,820 |
| October | Low season | £2,330 |
| November | Low season | £1,700 |
| December | Low season | £2,160 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–September | £3,290 | 50% | £221 |
| Shoulder seasonApril | £2,340 | 41% | £198 |
| Low seasonOctober–March | £1,940 | 36% | £187 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Guests book Folkestone and Hythe District stays 63 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 82 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 41 days. A typical August booking is made in late May.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 60 days 88 days 38 days
The 12-month figure of 63 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 Folkestone and Hythe District
None of the 467 active listings in Folkestone and Hythe District 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 Folkestone and Hythe District.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District
AirROI's area guide picks seven Folkestone and Hythe District neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Folkestone Beach, Hythe and Sandgate. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Folkestone Beach | Popular seaside destination known for its beautiful sandy beaches and family-friendly atmosphere. Great for vacationers looking to enjoy the coastal views and local attractions. | Folkestone Harbour Arm, Sandgate Beach, Sunny Sands Beach, Folkestone Creative Quarter, Lower Leas Coastal Park |
| Hythe | Charming historic town with picturesque streets, perfect for visitors interested in exploring both history and the coast. Ideal for tourists seeking a more tranquil environment with local shops and restaurants. | Hythe Beach, Royal Military Canal, St Leonard's Church, Hythe Town Centre, Elham Valley Railway |
| Sandgate | Quaint coastal village offering a relaxing retreat with access to beautiful beaches and scenic walks. Attracts both locals and tourists looking for a peaceful escape by the sea. | Sandgate Beach, Sandgate Castle, The Hangleburys, Local cafes and boutiques, The Folkestone Golf Club |
| Cheriton | Residential area close to Folkestone, offering budget-friendly accommodation options and easy access to local attractions and transport links. | Cheriton High Street, Local parks, Nearby Folkestone attractions, Cheriton Mine, Historical sites |
| Lyminge | A quaint village with beautiful countryside, appealing to those who enjoy nature and hiking. Great for guests wanting a peaceful countryside retreat. | Lyminge Country Park, St Mary’s Church, Local walking trails, Lyminge village shops, Historical sites |
| New Romney | Close to the beaches and historic sites, New Romney attracts visitors interested in both outdoor activities and heritage tourism. | Romney Marsh, Dungeness Beach, The Old Station, Local nature reserves, New Romney Town Centre |
| Brocade Gardens | A developing area with new housing and amenities, attracting young professionals and families. Ideal for longer stays and modern living experiences. | Local parks, Shopping facilities, Family-friendly environment, Nearby schools and childcare, Community events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 84% of listings in Folkestone and Hythe District, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in seven (15%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 53%, about 2.5 times the share of apartments and condos (22%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 84%
- Private room 15%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 84.2% | 393 |
| Private room | 15.2% | 71 |
| Hotel room | 0.6% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb listings by property type
- House 53%
- Apartment/Condo 22%
- Cabin/Outdoor 9%
- Hotel/Boutique 8%
- Others 5%
- Unique stay 3%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 53.3% | 249 |
| Apartment/Condo | 21.6% | 101 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 8.6% | 40 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 8.1% | 38 |
| Others | 5.1% | 24 |
| Unique stay | 3.2% | 15 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Folkestone and Hythe District Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Folkestone and Hythe District (34% of entire homes), and 36% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 385 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Folkestone and Hythe District entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
3%
27%
34%
19%
10%
7%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.9% | 11 |
| 1 bedroom | 27.0% | 104 |
| 2 bedrooms | 34.0% | 131 |
| 3 bedrooms | 19.0% | 73 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.1% | 39 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.0% | 27 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Folkestone and Hythe District
A typical studio in Folkestone and Hythe District earned £9,730 over the past year, against £50,100 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 11 | £9,730 | £9,660 | £104 | 30% |
| 1 bedroom | 104 | £17,200 | £19,400 | £156 | 43% |
| 2 bedrooms | 131 | £23,200 | £25,200 | £213 | 44% |
| 3 bedrooms | 73 | £14,200 | £23,600 | £266 | 36% |
| 4 bedrooms | 39 | £37,200 | £41,200 | £424 | 33% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 27 | £50,100 | £69,000 | £696 | 33% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Folkestone and Hythe District Sleep?
The most common capacity in Folkestone and Hythe District is four guests (30% of listings), and 39% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 403 listings with a guest capacity on file (86% of the market).
Folkestone and Hythe District listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
22%
4%
30%
4%
21%
2%
17%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.7% | 3 |
| 2 guests | 21.6% | 87 |
| 3 guests | 4.0% | 16 |
| 4 guests | 30.0% | 121 |
| 5 guests | 4.2% | 17 |
| 6 guests | 20.6% | 83 |
| 7 guests | 2.2% | 9 |
| 8+ guests | 16.6% | 67 |
How Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Folkestone and Hythe District hosts set up an average of 3 beds per listing. Only 37% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 30
- Beds per listing
- 3
- Show exact location
- 37%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Folkestone and Hythe District Offer?
Folkestone and Hythe District listings compete on the household basics: the ten most common amenities are staples led by heating, wifi and a smoke alarm, with no pool, hot tub or free on-site parking among them. Air conditioning does not make the list.
Share of Folkestone and Hythe District listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Folkestone and Hythe District
Listings in Folkestone and Hythe District with an outdoor shower earned about 3.0 times as much a year, on average, as those without: £69,100 against £23,200. The gap is smaller for a hot tub (about 2.5 times as much) and a game console (about 2.2 times 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 Folkestone and Hythe District 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 shower | 2% | £69,100 | £23,200 | +198% |
| Hot tub | 9% | £53,700 | £21,300 | +152% |
| Game console | 2% | £52,600 | £23,500 | +124% |
| Arcade games | 4% | £48,800 | £23,200 | +110% |
| Sound system | 10% | £43,800 | £21,900 | +100% |
| Piano | 3% | £43,100 | £23,600 | +83% |
| Waterfront | 15% | £38,000 | £21,700 | +75% |
| BBQ grill | 32% | £33,800 | £19,700 | +72% |
| Pool table | 3% | £40,200 | £23,600 | +70% |
| Indoor fireplace | 31% | £33,200 | £20,100 | +66% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Most Folkestone and Hythe District guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 19% of those who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom, led by visitors from Germany and the Netherlands. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 56%, followed by French and German.
81% of Folkestone and Hythe District guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 81%
- International 19%
Where Folkestone and Hythe District guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 21.2% |
| Brighton | 0.8% |
| Bristol | 0.7% |
| Cambridge | 0.5% |
Where Folkestone and Hythe District guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% |
| Germany | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | 3.2% |
| France | 2.9% |
| United States | 2.2% |
Languages spoken by Folkestone and Hythe District guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 56.1% |
| French | 12.1% |
| German | 9.3% |
| Spanish | 5.5% |
| Dutch | 3.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 56% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.73, against 4.90 for check-in. Listings here carry long review histories, about 98 reviews each on average.
Check-in scores highest in Folkestone and Hythe District; 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 | 4.87 |
| Cleanliness | 4.82 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.85 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.73 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Folkestone and Hythe District: Stays, Rules and Fees
About three-quarters of Folkestone and Hythe District listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 26% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 31% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Folkestone and Hythe District listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 44%
- 181-270 days 31%
- 91-180 days 20%
- 31-90 days 4%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 44.1% | 206 |
| 181-270 days | 31.5% | 147 |
| 91-180 days | 19.9% | 93 |
| 31-90 days | 4.5% | 21 |
Days a year Folkestone and Hythe District listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 5%
- 181-270 days 21%
- 91-180 days 31%
- 31-90 days 23%
- 1-30 days 19%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 5.1% | 24 |
| 181-270 days | 21.2% | 99 |
| 91-180 days | 31.3% | 146 |
| 31-90 days | 23.3% | 109 |
| 1-30 days | 19.1% | 89 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District?
The average Folkestone and Hythe District booking lasts 4.3 nights, longest in January and shortest in April. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year, some 12,200 in all. Nearly two-thirds 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 Folkestone and Hythe District
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.8 nights 4.9 nights 3.3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than eight in ten listings in Folkestone and Hythe District accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Folkestone and Hythe District 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 Folkestone and Hythe District?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Folkestone and Hythe District, used by 36% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. More than four in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 52% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Folkestone and Hythe District listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Folkestone and Hythe District?
More than six in ten Folkestone and Hythe District listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £59, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £143, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 4.3 nights, that adds roughly £14 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- £59
- Average cleaning fee
- £143
- Listings charging a fee
- 63.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 9.9%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Folkestone and Hythe District
The top-grossing Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District, a six-bedroom home, took in £256,000 over the past year, about 11 times the city's average of £24,200. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have four bedrooms.
Modern, luxurious barn with hot tub Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.89 
The Dog House Estate & Vineyard Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- £251,644
- Occupancy
- 42.5%
- Daily rate
- £1,540
Luxury 5* Beach House for 15, Sunroom & Sauna Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.80 - Revenue
- £139,807
- Occupancy
- 42.8%
- Daily rate
- £841
Seaside House, Hythe Luxury 6 bedroom (4 ensuite) Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- £131,975
- Occupancy
- 68.1%
- Daily rate
- £505
4 Bed in New Romney (oc-88208) Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £123,476
- Occupancy
- 39.5%
- Daily rate
- £781
Lovely Beach House at Greatstone, Dungeness, Kent Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- £119,301
- Occupancy
- 51.7%
- Daily rate
- £522
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Cottages is the top-grossing host in Folkestone and Hythe District, with £957,000 in bookings across 21 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 18% of the market's 467 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottages | 21 | £956,946 | £45,569 | 4.76/5 | |
| Bloom Stays | 33 | £419,958 | £12,726 | 4.86/5 | |
| Ruth | 1 | £255,940 | £255,940 | 4.89/5 | |
| 4 | Nadim | 1 | £251,644 | £251,644 | 4.90/5 |
| 5 | Joanne | 5 | £173,825 | £34,765 | 4.87/5 |
| 6 | Adam | 5 | £167,201 | £33,440 | 4.95/5 |
| 7 | Sophie | 5 | £165,266 | £33,053 | 4.94/5 |
| 8 | Holidaycottages Co Uk | 6 | £162,925 | £27,154 | – |
| 9 | Marie Odile | 5 | £155,006 | £31,001 | 4.78/5 |
| 10 | Julie | 3 | £150,444 | £50,148 | 4.89/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Professional management companies run 17% of Folkestone and Hythe District listings and owners run the rest. 62% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 96% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 62.3%
- Professional management
- 16.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 21.2%
- Instant Book enabled
- 39.6%
- Simplified Pricing
- 95.5%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Folkestone and Hythe District
6 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Folkestone and Hythe District, and companies run 21% of its Airbnb homes. Bloom Stays is the largest, with 29 listings and an average guest rating of 4.89; the next largest are cottages.com, Holidaycottages.Co.Uk, Bellaire and Blaxland Breaks.
The five largest run 16% of Folkestone and Hythe District's Airbnb homes
Share of Folkestone and Hythe District's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Bloom Stays 6% · 29
- cottages.com 5% · 23
- Holidaycottages.Co.Uk 2% · 10
- Bellaire 1% · 5
- Blaxland Breaks 1% · 5
- All other listings 84%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to October 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in England, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
Folkestone and Hythe District vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 41 km, Rother (34 km away) earned the most per listing, about 14% more than Folkestone and Hythe District. Canterbury was the busiest, booked on 42% of nights against 39% in Folkestone and Hythe District.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford 22 km | 390 | £21,971 | £220 | 40% |
| Camber 23 km | 63 | £18,466 | £183 | 38% |
| Dover 26 km | 579 | £22,102 | £231 | 38% |
| Kent 28 km | 848 | £15,017 | £164 | 37% |
| Canterbury 29 km | 947 | £23,359 | £191 | 42% |
| Rother 34 km | 827 | £27,443 | £235 | 40% |
| Borough of Swale 36 km | 227 | £21,971 | £234 | 34% |
| Thanet 41 km | 967 | £23,955 | £198 | 39% |
Other Airbnb Markets in England
- London Airbnb data 28,045 listings
- North Norfolk Airbnb data 2,096 listings
- East Suffolk Airbnb data 2,020 listings
- North Devon Airbnb data 1,883 listings
- South Hams Airbnb data 1,755 listings
- Cotswold District Airbnb data 1,701 listings
- West Midlands Airbnb data 1,687 listings
- Bristol Airbnb data 1,603 listings
See all 1,108 England Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Folkestone and Hythe District
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Folkestone and Hythe District:
- Fife Airbnb data UK · £230/night · 38.3%
- Saundersfoot Airbnb data UK · £239/night · 39.3%
- Gwynedd Airbnb data UK · £231/night · 37.3%
- Tenby Airbnb data UK · £229/night · 41.4%
- Causeway Coast and Glens Airbnb data UK · £222/night · 37.0%
- Pwllheli Airbnb data UK · £226/night · 36.1%
FAQ
Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Folkestone and Hythe District?
An active Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb grossed £24,175 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 467 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £3,310 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Folkestone and Hythe District listings earn between £1,010 and £3,310 in a typical month, and the top tenth £5,470 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 Folkestone and Hythe District?
Listings in Folkestone and Hythe District were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the England average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Folkestone and Hythe District?
The average booked night in Folkestone and Hythe District cost £230 before fees. Half of listings charge between £99 and £235, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District?
None of the active Folkestone and Hythe District 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 Folkestone and Hythe District?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb grossed £24,175 in the 12 months to October 2026, 15% above the England average of £21,011. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £15,385 a year (about £1,280 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 £2,200 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Folkestone and Hythe District?
August usually pays best, averaging £4,260 per active listing over the past two years, and November usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Each night a Folkestone and Hythe District listing was open to book earned £83 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 £161 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Folkestone and Hythe District stays were booked 63 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 Folkestone and Hythe District?
The average Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnb stay lasted 4.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Folkestone and Hythe District rated?
Guests rate Folkestone and Hythe District Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Folkestone and Hythe District?
Folkestone Beach, Hythe and Sandgate draw the most short-term rental interest in Folkestone and Hythe District. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Folkestone and Hythe District?
AirROI counted 467 active Airbnb listings in Folkestone and Hythe District as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Ashford, 22 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Folkestone and Hythe District?
In Folkestone and Hythe District, more than six in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £59, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £143, so the median is the better guide.
How many tourists visit Folkestone and Hythe District, UK?
All of England had 33.5 million international arrivals in 2023, the Office for National Statistics reports. AirROI estimates 12,167 Airbnb stays in Folkestone and Hythe District, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See England tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 467 active Airbnb listings in Folkestone and Hythe District from November 2025 to October 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 November 2025 to October 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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