Lake Otter Lodge | Luxury Lakefront | Views! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- $456,108
- Occupancy
- 68.0%
- Daily rate
- $1,621
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Grand Lake, CO Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Grand Lake brought in $48,228 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 15% more than the Colorado average of $42,105.
The short answer
Grand Lake Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged $380 a night, about 5% lower than the Colorado average of $400, and were booked on 40% of available nights, close to its 41%.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 4.6 times as much as in April, usually the slowest.
With 468 active listings, Grand Lake is the 26th-largest of 182 Colorado markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings grew 22%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Grand Lake?
Gross bookings per Grand Lake listing averaged $48,228 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Colorado average: $42,105), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Grand Lake listing brings in $10,900 in July, its best month, and $2,390 in April, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 45% 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 2.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $10,700+ a month, about 2.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $6,470 or more, roughly $2,600 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $3,860 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,170 or less, about 56% 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 4.6 times what April does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $4,980 $11,800 $2,140
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.
Grand Lake 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 | $5,423 | 49.6% | $374 | $181 | 66 days | 3.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $4,239 | 39.6% | $349 | $137 | 47 days | 3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,211 | 29.9% | $344 | $107 | 49 days | 3.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $5,028 | 35.2% | $384 | $162 | 58 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $3,157 | 26.8% | $353 | $102 | 45 days | 3.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,915 | 28.9% | $342 | $104 | 44 days | 2.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $3,296 | 31.6% | $337 | $106 | 29 days | 3.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,636 | 28.5% | $319 | $88 | 37 days | 4.6 nights |
| May 2026 | $4,056 | 36.5% | $355 | $131 | 49 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $8,692 | 59.7% | $442 | $290 | 74 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $11,759 | 67.7% | $483 | $379 | 97 days | 3.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $8,178 | 58.7% | $438 | $264 | 75 days | 3.3 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Grand Lake market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb profit calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Grand Lake Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Grand Lake Airbnb took in $48,228 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,400 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 $4,060 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $7,180 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,060 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 HOA or condo fees.
Grand Lake Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $41,048 | $68,770 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay15% of Grand Lake bookings | $7,180 | $12,020 |
| Gross bookings | $48,228 | $80,790 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 87% of Grand Lake listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$6,720 | −$11,250 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$7,180 | −$12,020 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,410 | −$4,040 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$960 | −$1,620 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,450 | −$2,420 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$480 | −$480 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$240 | −$240 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$19,440 | −$32,070 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $28,788about $2,400 a month | $48,720about $4,060 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Grand Lake Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Grand Lake'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 Grand Lake home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Grand Lake's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Grand Lake listings are booked on 56% or more of their nights, against 39% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $300 adds about $3,010 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $455 a night or more, against a median of $300. 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 $4,100 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $10,900, against $2,390 in April, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Grand Lake listings average 4.83 stars, and 51% 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 $6,730 a month, against $4,020 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Grand Lake?
Grand Lake listings were booked on 40% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Colorado average and in line with the U.S. average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 28% in April to 69% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 73%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 56% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 39% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 23% or less, under two nights a week.
July is usually the busiest month in Grand Lake, April the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 43% 70% 27%
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 Grand Lake?
The average nightly rate in Grand Lake, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $380 over the past year, about 5% below the Colorado average of $400 and about 19% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in July at about $455 and bottom out in April and November at about $310.
The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $650+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $455 or more, about $160 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $300 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $220 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates run 46% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $355 $483 $276
The 12-month ADR of $380 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 Grand Lake?
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 Grand Lake it averaged $169 over the past year, from about $80 in a typical April to about $353 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $325+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $207 or more, about $75 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $130 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $88 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July RevPAR is about 4.4 times April's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $163 $379 $71
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Grand Lake
Grand Lake has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to May and slows again in October and November. A listing earns about 2.4 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Grand Lake
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $4,980 $10,900 $2,390
Revenue by month in Grand Lake in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $3,200 |
| February | Low season | $2,960 |
| March | Low season | $3,260 |
| April | Low season | $2,390 |
| May | Low season | $3,870 |
| June | High season | $8,060 |
| July | High season | $10,900 |
| August | High season | $7,990 |
| September | Shoulder season | $5,180 |
| October | Low season | $3,940 |
| November | Low season | $3,040 |
| December | Shoulder season | $4,950 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | $9,000 | 62% | $432 |
| Shoulder seasonSeptember, December | $5,060 | 45% | $350 |
| Low seasonJanuary–May, October–November | $3,240 | 34% | $324 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Grand Lake?
Guests book Grand Lake stays 61 days ahead on average (about nine weeks), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 96 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 31 days. A typical July booking is made in early April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 56 days 97 days 29 days
The 12-month figure of 61 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 Grand Lake
None of the 468 active listings in Grand Lake 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 occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Grand Lake.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Grand Lake
AirROI's area guide picks eight Grand Lake neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by East Shore, Grand Lake Village and Shadow Mountain. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| East Shore | Scenic views of Grand Lake with easy access to the lake. Great for water activities and relaxing getaways. | Grand Lake Marina, Shadow Mountain Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand Lake Village, Fishing and boating activities |
| Grand Lake Village | Charming village ambiance with shops, restaurants, and close proximity to the lake. Perfect for families and tourists alike. | Kauffman House Museum, Grand Lake Art Gallery, Lake Granby, local eateries, seasonal festivals |
| Shadow Mountain | Peaceful area with a mix of nature and recreation. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a tranquil experience. | Shadow Mountain Reservoir, hiking trails, picnic spots, wildlife watching |
| Grand Lake State Park | Close to outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking and camping. Attracts nature lovers and adventurers. | Hiking trails, camping, picnic areas, views of Grand Lake, wildflower fields |
| Gaskill | Residential area offering quiet surroundings with access to outdoor adventures. Ideal for those seeking a serene getaway. | hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing opportunities, Rocky Mountain views |
| Aspen Valley | Close to skiing and winter sports. Popular with tourists in the winter months seeking adventure and comfort. | Ski resorts, snowboarding, scenic drives, winter festivals |
| Lake Granby | Adjacent to Grand Lake, providing additional water activities and a more local experience. Great for families and fishing enthusiasts. | Fishing, boating, hiking trails, camping at Lake Granby, scenic views |
| Onion Mountain | Offers breathtaking views and access to hiking trails. Attracts those looking for a more remote getaway. | hiking, mountain biking, wildlife exploration, panoramic views |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Grand Lake Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Grand Lake is an entire home: 99% of listings, with private rooms at 1%. Cabins and other outdoor stays make up 54% of listings, about twice the share of houses (28%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Grand Lake Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 99%
- Private room 1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 98.7% | 462 |
| Private room | 1.3% | 6 |
Cabins lead the property mix
Grand Lake Airbnb listings by property type
- Cabin/Outdoor 54%
- House 28%
- Apartment/Condo 17%
- Hotel/Boutique 1%
- Others <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin/Outdoor | 53.8% | 252 |
| House | 27.6% | 129 |
| Apartment/Condo | 16.7% | 78 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.3% | 6 |
| Others | 0.4% | 2 |
| Unique stay | 0.2% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Grand Lake Have?
Most Grand Lake homes are built for groups: 54% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two- and three-bedroom homes are the most common single sizes (26% each).
Grand Lake entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
1%
19%
26%
26%
17%
10%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.1% | 5 |
| 1 bedroom | 18.6% | 83 |
| 2 bedrooms | 26.5% | 118 |
| 3 bedrooms | 26.5% | 118 |
| 4 bedrooms | 17.3% | 77 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 10.1% | 45 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Grand Lake
A typical one-bedroom home in Grand Lake earned $19,600 over the past year, against $106,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 83 | $19,600 | $20,900 | $216 | 40% |
| 2 bedrooms | 118 | $28,500 | $30,900 | $275 | 39% |
| 3 bedrooms | 118 | $44,600 | $48,400 | $383 | 40% |
| 4 bedrooms | 77 | $62,600 | $72,800 | $511 | 41% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 45 | $106,000 | $116,000 | $844 | 40% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Grand Lake Sleep?
Grand Lake is a group-trip market: 45% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 2.4 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (19%).
Grand Lake listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
7%
2%
18%
5%
19%
5%
45%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 7.3% | 34 |
| 3 guests | 1.5% | 7 |
| 4 guests | 17.6% | 82 |
| 5 guests | 4.9% | 23 |
| 6 guests | 18.7% | 87 |
| 7 guests | 5.4% | 25 |
| 8+ guests | 44.5% | 207 |
How Grand Lake Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Grand Lake hosts set up an average of 4.5 beds per listing. Only 44% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 11
- Beds per listing
- 4.5
- Show exact location
- 44%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Grand Lake Offer?
Barbecue grills are close to standard in Grand Lake: 79% of listings have one.
Share of Grand Lake listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Grand Lake
Listings in Grand Lake with arcade games earned about 3.6 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $156,000 against $43,700. The gap is smaller for a pool table (about 3.4 times as much) and a children's playroom (about 2.6 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 Grand Lake 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcade games | 4% | $156,000 | $43,700 | +256% |
| Pool table | 4% | $152,000 | $44,300 | +244% |
| Children's playroom | 4% | $119,000 | $45,100 | +164% |
| Hot tub | 20% | $94,100 | $36,800 | +155% |
| BBQ grill | 79% | $53,900 | $26,500 | +104% |
| Ping pong table | 4% | $85,600 | $46,600 | +84% |
| Sound system | 10% | $81,000 | $44,500 | +82% |
| Game console | 6% | $81,800 | $46,200 | +77% |
| Sun loungers | 7% | $81,300 | $45,900 | +77% |
| Kayak | 9% | $77,500 | $45,400 | +71% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Grand Lake?
Grand Lake draws mostly domestic guests: 97% of those who left reviews live in the United States. Denver alone accounts for 18% of reviews. English is spoken by 70% of guests, and Spanish by 14%.
97% of Grand Lake guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 97%
- International 3%
Where Grand Lake guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Denver | 17.6% |
| Fort Collins | 2.5% |
| Boulder | 2.4% |
| Colorado Springs | 2.3% |
| Littleton | 2.0% |
Where Grand Lake guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 96.7% |
| United Kingdom | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% |
| Australia | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Grand Lake guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 70.5% |
| Spanish | 13.5% |
| French | 3.7% |
| German | 2.3% |
| Hindi | 1.3% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Grand Lake?
Grand Lake Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 51% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.71, against 4.91 for location. Listings here carry long review histories, about 94 reviews each on average.
Location scores highest in Grand Lake; 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 | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.91 |
| Check-in | 4.89 |
| Value | 4.71 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Grand Lake: Stays, Rules and Fees
85% of Grand Lake listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 17% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 43% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Grand Lake listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 41%
- 181-270 days 44%
- 91-180 days 12%
- 31-90 days 3%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 40.8% | 191 |
| 181-270 days | 44.2% | 207 |
| 91-180 days | 12.2% | 57 |
| 31-90 days | 2.6% | 12 |
| 1-30 days | 0.2% | 1 |
Days a year Grand Lake listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 3%
- 181-270 days 14%
- 91-180 days 43%
- 31-90 days 28%
- 1-30 days 12%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.8% | 13 |
| 181-270 days | 14.1% | 66 |
| 91-180 days | 43.2% | 202 |
| 31-90 days | 27.8% | 130 |
| 1-30 days | 12.2% | 57 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Grand Lake?
The average Grand Lake booking lasts 3.6 nights, longest in April and shortest in September. Listings took about 29 bookings each over the year, some 13,500 in all. Nearly eight in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Grand Lake
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.5 nights 4.4 nights 2.8 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Grand Lake Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About eight in ten listings in Grand Lake accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Grand Lake 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 Grand Lake?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Grand Lake, used by 55% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about two-thirds of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 25% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Grand Lake listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Grand Lake?
More than nine in ten Grand Lake listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $224. Spread over the average stay of 3.6 nights, that adds roughly $60 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 15% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $224
- Average cleaning fee
- $261
- Listings charging a fee
- 93.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 14.9%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Grand Lake
The top-grossing Airbnb in Grand Lake, a six-bedroom home, took in $456,000 over the past year, about 9.5 times the city's average of $48,200. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.
Lake Otter Lodge | Luxury Lakefront | Views! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.99 
New Lodge, huge Lake/Mt views! Hot tub, Game Room! Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- $417,229
- Occupancy
- 73.0%
- Daily rate
- $1,457
Lakefront Luxury! Hot Tub, Bunk Room, Private dock Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- $306,318
- Occupancy
- 44.7%
- Daily rate
- $1,649
Luxury Lodge+Private Fishing+Hot Tub Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $220,527
- Occupancy
- 62.7%
- Daily rate
- $845
Swiss Chalet: Hot Tub, EV Charger, Lake Views Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- $204,144
- Occupancy
- 64.2%
- Daily rate
- $774
Stone Hill House In Grand Lake, Sauna/Game Room Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- $197,679
- Occupancy
- 58.1%
- Daily rate
- $786
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Grand Lake?
Evolve is the top-grossing host in Grand Lake, with $1.80 million in bookings across 31 listings over the past year; a second account under the same name runs another 19. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 31% of the market's 468 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolve Account 1 | 31 | $1,803,711 | $58,184 | 4.79/5 | |
| Evolve Account 2 | 19 | $1,036,038 | $54,528 | 4.73/5 | |
| Three Lakes Properties | 17 | $983,342 | $57,844 | 4.75/5 | |
| 4 | Grand Mountain Rentals | 25 | $884,021 | $35,361 | 4.80/5 |
| 5 | Cam And Emily | 4 | $842,943 | $210,736 | 4.96/5 |
| 6 | SkyRun Grand County | 7 | $818,957 | $116,994 | 4.86/5 |
| 7 | Amanda & Jason | 12 | $763,827 | $63,652 | 4.93/5 |
| 8 | Mountain Vacation Lodging | 19 | $728,404 | $38,337 | 4.73/5 |
| 9 | Tami | 2 | $644,867 | $322,434 | 4.96/5 |
| 10 | Summit Time | 9 | $315,950 | $35,106 | 4.73/5 |
Account numbers mark separate host accounts that share a display name.
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Grand Lake?
Professional management companies run 29% of Grand Lake listings and owners run the rest, though 28% of listings have a co-host. Six in ten 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 87% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 59.4%
- Professional management
- 29.5%
- Cohosted listings
- 28.2%
- Instant Book enabled
- 55.3%
- Simplified Pricing
- 87.4%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Grand Lake
5 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Grand Lake, and companies run 36% of its 468 active listings. Evolve is the largest, with 53 listings and an average guest rating of 4.79; the next largest are First Chair Destinations, We 3, Nomadia and SkyRun Grand County. Among the five largest, SkyRun Grand County's homes rate highest, at 4.90.
The five largest run 18% of Grand Lake's listings
Share of Grand Lake's 468 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Evolve 11% · 53
- First Chair Destinations 2% · 11
- We 3 2% · 8
- Nomadia 1% · 7
- SkyRun Grand County 1% · 7
- All other listings 82%
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 Colorado, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Grand Lake vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 42 km, Estes Park (30 km away) earned the most per listing, about 16% more than Grand Lake. Allenspark was the busiest, booked on 46% of nights against 40% in Grand Lake.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granby 20 km | 577 | $34,498 | $337 | 35% |
| Tabernash 27 km | 93 | $44,310 | $511 | 31% |
| Allenspark 29 km | 44 | $39,915 | $305 | 46% |
| Estes Park 30 km | 1,396 | $55,898 | $410 | 44% |
| Fraser 33 km | 585 | $35,876 | $394 | 33% |
| Winter Park 37 km | 1,176 | $39,487 | $432 | 33% |
| Drake 41 km | 50 | $35,350 | $299 | 44% |
| Nederland 42 km | 85 | $45,442 | $315 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Colorado
- Denver Airbnb data 3,640 listings
- Breckenridge Airbnb data 3,163 listings
- Colorado Springs Airbnb data 2,324 listings
- Steamboat Springs Airbnb data 2,278 listings
- Vail Airbnb data 1,543 listings
- Keystone Airbnb data 1,449 listings
- Durango Airbnb data 1,088 listings
- Boulder Airbnb data 911 listings
See all 182 Colorado Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Grand Lake
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Grand Lake:
- Ashton Airbnb data ID · $376/night · 40.3%
- Brainerd Airbnb data MN · $377/night · 39.8%
- Naples Airbnb data FL · $375/night · 40.5%
- Freeland Airbnb data WA · $377/night · 39.6%
- Boothbay Harbor Airbnb data ME · $375/night · 40.7%
- Blue Ridge Airbnb data GA · $374/night · 39.6%
FAQ
Grand Lake Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Grand Lake?
An active Grand Lake Airbnb grossed $48,228 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 468 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $6,470 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Grand Lake?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Grand Lake listings earn between $2,170 and $6,470 in a typical month, and the top tenth $10,700 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Grand Lake?
Listings in Grand Lake were booked on 40% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the Colorado average. July is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Grand Lake?
The average booked night in Grand Lake cost $380 before fees. Half of listings charge between $220 and $455, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Grand Lake?
None of the active Grand Lake listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Grand Lake?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Grand Lake Airbnb grossed $48,228 in the 12 months to September 2026, 15% above the Colorado average of $42,105. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $28,788 a year (about $2,400 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 $4,060 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Grand Lake?
July usually pays best, averaging $10,900 per active listing over the past two years, and April usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Grand Lake?
Each night a Grand Lake listing was open to book earned $169 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 $325 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Grand Lake?
Grand Lake stays were booked 61 days (about nine weeks) 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 Grand Lake?
The average Grand Lake Airbnb stay lasted 3.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 29 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Grand Lake rated?
Guests rate Grand Lake Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Grand Lake?
East Shore, Grand Lake Village and Shadow Mountain draw the most short-term rental interest in Grand Lake. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Grand Lake?
AirROI counted 468 active Airbnb listings in Grand Lake as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Granby, 20 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Grand Lake?
In Grand Lake, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $224.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 468 active Airbnb listings in Grand Lake 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. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. 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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