Airbnb market data · 202612 months to May 2026
Portnalong, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Portnalong brought in £37,274 over the 12 months through May 2026, across just 20 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Portnalong run through May 2026.
The short answer
Portnalong Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged £161 a night and were booked on 67% of available nights.
Timing matters: in May, the best month, the average listing earned about three times as much as in February, the slowest. With only 20 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 20 active listings, Portnalong is the 260th-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Portnalong?
Gross bookings per Portnalong listing averaged £37,274 over the 12 months to May 2026 (Scotland average: £28,841), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Portnalong listing brought in £4,910 in May, its best month, and £1,590 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 34% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Portnalong's 20 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £5,570+ a month, about 1.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £4,000 or more, roughly £880 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £3,120 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £2,270 or less, about three-quarters 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.
May earned about three times what February did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £3,370.
Portnalong Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the May 2026 data.
May led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in July.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | £4,242 | 87.1% | £160 | £141 | 123 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jul 2025 | £4,507 | 90.3% | £159 | £145 | 141 days | 4.1 nights |
| Aug 2025 | £4,471 | 86.1% | £160 | £144 | 159 days | 4.3 nights |
| Sep 2025 | £4,297 | 89.6% | £157 | £143 | 135 days | 3.6 nights |
| Oct 2025 | £3,684 | 75.8% | £152 | £119 | 93 days | 3.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £2,297 | 56.5% | £141 | £77 | 69 days | 6.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £1,953 | 47.5% | £141 | £63 | 67 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,950 | 48.4% | £156 | £63 | 51 days | 5.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,594 | 35.2% | £164 | £57 | 90 days | 6.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £2,844 | 50.7% | £168 | £92 | 34 days | 5.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £3,733 | 65.2% | £190 | £124 | 99 days | 3.7 nights |
| May 2026 | £4,914 | 75.9% | £197 | £159 | 127 days | 3.6 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Portnalong address, run it through the short-term rental calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Portnalong Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Portnalong Airbnb took in £37,274 in the 12 months to May 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £2,180 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 £2,810 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £1,240 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £2,290 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £1,880 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.
Portnalong Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £36,034 | £46,140 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Portnalong bookings | £1,240 | £1,580 |
| Gross bookings | £37,274 | £47,720 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 95% of Portnalong listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£5,540 | −£7,100 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£1,240 | −£1,580 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£1,860 | −£2,390 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£750 | −£950 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£1,120 | −£1,430 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£370 | −£370 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£190 | −£190 |
| 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 | −£11,070 | −£14,010 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £26,204about £2,180 a month | £33,710about £2,810 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Portnalong Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Portnalong'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 Portnalong 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 Portnalong's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Portnalong listings are booked on 81% or more of their nights, against 69% 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 £185 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 £3,600 a year.
- Open for the busy months. May brought the average listing about £4,910, against £1,590 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Portnalong listings average 4.92 stars, and 85% 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 £3,980 a month, against £3,110 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Portnalong?
Portnalong listings were booked on 67% of the nights they were open over the past year, 18 percentage points above the Scotland average (49%) and 26 points above the U.K. average (41%). Occupancy swings from 35% in February to 90% in July.
Across Portnalong's 20 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 90%+ of open nights, 21 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 81% or more, roughly six nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 69% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 55% or less, roughly four nights a week.
July was the busiest month in Portnalong, February the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Portnalong?
The average nightly rate in Portnalong, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £161 over the past year, about 21% below the Scotland average of £205 and about 17% below the U.K. average of £195. Rates peak in May at about £195 and bottom out in November and December at about £140.
Across Portnalong's 20 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £230+ a night, about 1.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £185 or more, about £45 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £140 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £120 or less, about 15% below the median.
May rates ran 40% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £162.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Portnalong?
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 Portnalong it averaged £115 over the past year, from about £57 in February to about £159 in May.
Across Portnalong's 20 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £140+ per open night, about 39% above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £130 or more, about £30 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £100 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £84 or less, about 16% below the median.
May RevPAR was about 2.8 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £111.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Portnalong
With only 20 active listings, the monthly pattern in Portnalong is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in May and bottomed out in February.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Portnalong?
Guests book Portnalong stays 105 days ahead on average (about three and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 159 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 34 days. A typical August booking is made in early March.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 105 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 Portnalong
45% of the 20 active listings in Portnalong 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 Portnalong.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Portnalong
AirROI's area guide picks five Portnalong neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Portnalong Bay, Talisker Distillery and Elgol. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Portnalong Bay | Picturesque bay known for stunning coastal views and tranquil atmosphere. Ideal for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. | Portnalong Beach, Fishing village scenery, Hiking trails, Kayaking opportunities, West Highland Way proximity |
| Talisker Distillery | Famous for its whisky, attracting visitors interested in distillery tours and tastings. A unique experience for whisky lovers. | Talisker Distillery Tours, Whisky tasting experiences, Talisker Bay, Local distillery experience |
| Elgol | A small village with breathtaking views of the Cuillin mountains and access to boat trips. Perfect for photographers and adventurers. | Elgol Beach, Boat trips to Loch Coruisk, Cuillin Mountains views, Local wildlife |
| Sasaig | A serene and remote area ideal for relaxation and nature experiences, popular with those looking to escape the hustle and bustle. | Natural beauty, Remote hiking trails, Wildlife spotting, Quiet beaches |
| Loch Harport | Offers spectacular loch views and opportunities for boating and fishing. A tranquil area suited for outdoor enthusiasts. | Loch Harport, Fishing spots, Scenic walks, Nature photography opportunities |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Portnalong vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 33 km, Portree (16 km away) earned the most per listing, about 21% more than Portnalong. None of them fills more nights than Portnalong (67%); the busiest, Breakish, reached 64%.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbost 3 km | 37 | £36,138 | £259 | 58% |
| Roag 13 km | 37 | £32,323 | £197 | 59% |
| Portree 16 km | 186 | £45,035 | £250 | 59% |
| Dunvegan 18 km | 33 | £35,620 | £196 | 59% |
| Glendale 24 km | 52 | £42,283 | £233 | 58% |
| Uig 27 km | 48 | £38,240 | £220 | 59% |
| Broadford 30 km | 90 | £42,995 | £237 | 58% |
| Breakish 33 km | 64 | £36,280 | £202 | 64% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Scotland
- City of Edinburgh Airbnb data 3,675 listings
- Glasgow Airbnb data 1,512 listings
- Inverness Airbnb data 800 listings
- Highland Airbnb data 507 listings
- Aberdeen City Airbnb data 466 listings
- St Andrews Airbnb data 366 listings
- Fife Airbnb data 332 listings
- Oban Airbnb data 288 listings
FAQ
Portnalong Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Portnalong?
An active Portnalong Airbnb grossed £37,274 on average in the 12 months to May 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 20 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £4,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Portnalong?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Portnalong listings earn between £2,270 and £4,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth £5,570 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 Portnalong?
Listings in Portnalong were booked on 67% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Scotland average. July was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Portnalong?
The average booked night in Portnalong cost £161 before fees. Half of listings charge between £120 and £185, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Portnalong?
In Portnalong, 45% 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 Portnalong?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Portnalong Airbnb grossed £37,274 in the 12 months to May 2026, 29% above the Scotland average of £28,841, though with only 20 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £26,204 a year (about £2,180 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 £2,810 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Portnalong?
May paid best over the past year, at £4,910 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Portnalong?
Each night a Portnalong listing was open to book earned £115 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 £140 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Portnalong?
Portnalong stays were booked 105 days (about three and a half 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 Portnalong?
The average Portnalong Airbnb stay lasted 4.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 60 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Portnalong rated?
Guests rate Portnalong Airbnbs 4.92 out of 5 on average. Guests score accuracy highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Portnalong?
Portnalong Bay, Talisker Distillery and Elgol draw the most short-term rental interest in Portnalong. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Portnalong?
AirROI counted 20 active Airbnb listings in Portnalong as of May 2026. The closest tracked market is Carbost, 3 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Portnalong?
In Portnalong, about a quarter of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £19, and some higher fees lift the average to £28.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 20 active Airbnb listings in Portnalong from June 2025 to May 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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