Marriott Kauai Beach Club Parlor Suite-Garden View Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $497,777
- Occupancy
- 66.9%
- Daily rate
- $2,017
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Lihue, HI Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Lihue brought in $55,876 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 9% less than the Hawaii average of $61,223.
The short answer
Lihue Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates are in line with the Hawaii average, but bookings trail it. Listings averaged $468 a night and were booked on 44% of available nights, against $465 and 49% for the Hawaii average.
March, usually the best month, brings in about 47% more per listing than September, usually the slowest.
With 329 active listings, Lihue is the 22nd-largest of 88 Hawaii markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 29% while the number of active listings grew 6%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Lihue?
Gross bookings per Lihue listing averaged $55,876 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Hawaii average: $61,223), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Lihue listing brings in $7,190 in March, its best month, and $4,890 in September, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: March leads February by 5%, and September sits just 1% below November, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 28% 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 three times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $12,200+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $8,210 or more, roughly $3,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $5,230 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,650 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.
March earns about 1.5 times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $6,170 $8,400 $4,320
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.
Lihue 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.
March 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in May 2026 and bookings in February 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 | $5,117 | 43.8% | $413 | $171 | 65 days | 3.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $6,716 | 51.9% | $418 | $217 | 73 days | 4.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $5,457 | 44.2% | $422 | $182 | 66 days | 4.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $5,603 | 39.9% | $438 | $181 | 61 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $6,839 | 49.7% | $435 | $221 | 74 days | 4.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $7,515 | 57.4% | $444 | $268 | 77 days | 5.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $8,395 | 52.4% | $447 | $271 | 72 days | 4.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $7,692 | 52.2% | $434 | $256 | 73 days | 4.5 nights |
| May 2026 | $8,304 | 54.3% | $464 | $268 | 61 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $7,951 | 51.8% | $460 | $265 | 66 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $7,486 | 47.4% | $464 | $241 | 69 days | 4.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $6,293 | 46.2% | $454 | $203 | 56 days | 4.4 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Lihue address, run it through the Airbnb income calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Lihue Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lihue Airbnb took in $55,876 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,950 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 $4,670 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $6,810 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,520 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,540 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.
Lihue Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $49,066 | $76,990 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Lihue bookings | $6,810 | $10,680 |
| Gross bookings | $55,876 | $87,670 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 79% of Lihue listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$7,220 | −$11,320 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$6,810 | −$10,680 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,790 | −$4,380 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$1,120 | −$1,750 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,680 | −$2,630 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$560 | −$560 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$280 | −$280 |
| 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 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$20,460 | −$31,600 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $35,416about $2,950 a month | $56,070about $4,670 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Lihue Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Lihue'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 Lihue 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 Lihue's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Lihue listings are booked on 75% or more of their nights, against 49% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $345 adds about $3,430 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $450 a night or more, against a median of $345. 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 $4,910 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, March brings the average listing about $7,190, against $4,890 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Lihue listings average 4.74 stars, and 23% 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 $7,310 a month, against $4,660 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Lihue?
Lihue listings were booked on 44% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Hawaii average (49%) and 3 points above the U.S. average (41%). Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, occupancy climbs to 59% in February and falls to 44% in December.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 88%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 75% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 49% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 24% or less, under two nights a week.
February is usually the busiest month in Lihue, December the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 49% 61% 40%
The 12-month rate of 44% 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 Lihue?
The average nightly rate in Lihue, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $468 over the past year, about the same as the Hawaii average ($465) and about 46% above the U.S. average of $320. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in May and June at about $440 and bottom out in September and October at about $370.
The top 10% charge about 2.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $710+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $450 or more, about $110 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $345 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $270 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
June rates run 19% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $411 $464 $325
The 12-month ADR of $468 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 Lihue?
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 Lihue it averaged $204 over the past year, from about $163 in a typical September to about $246 in a typical February.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $326+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $235 or more, about $75 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $159 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $89 or less, about 56% of the median.
February RevPAR is about 1.5 times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $203 $271 $142
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Lihue
Lihue has one high season, February through July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to December.
Average revenue by month in Lihue
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $6,170 $7,190 $4,890
Revenue by month in Lihue in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | $6,370 |
| February | High season | $6,880 |
| March | High season | $7,190 |
| April | High season | $6,290 |
| May | High season | $6,800 |
| June | High season | $6,740 |
| July | High season | $6,770 |
| August | Shoulder season | $6,040 |
| September | Low season | $4,890 |
| October | Low season | $5,560 |
| November | Low season | $4,890 |
| December | Low season | $5,590 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonFebruary–July | $6,780 | 52% | $429 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, August | $6,210 | 50% | $422 |
| Low seasonSeptember–December | $5,230 | 46% | $379 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Lihue?
Guests book Lihue stays 65 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. February stays are booked furthest out, about 68 days ahead, and August stays closest to arrival, about 54 days. A typical February booking is made in early December.
February stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 63 days 77 days 50 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Lihue
98% of the 329 active listings in Lihue 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 occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Lihue.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lihue
AirROI's area guide picks six Lihue neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kalapaki Beach, Lihue Town Center and Nawiliwili Harbor. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kalapaki Beach | Stunning beach known for its calm waters, ideal for families and those looking to relax or engage in water activities. Close to hotels, dining, and shopping options, making it a favored spot for tourists. | Kalapaki Beach, Nawiliwili Harbor, Kukui Grove Center, Coconut Marketplace, Lihue Lighthouse |
| Lihue Town Center | The main commercial hub of Kauai with a mix of local shops, eateries, and historical sites. Offers a unique look into local culture and is conveniently located for visitors. | Kauai Museum, Lihue Town Park, Vidinha Stadium, Cook Island, Local restaurants and cafes |
| Nawiliwili Harbor | A working harbor that's picturesque and offers cruises and water activities. Attractive to travelers arriving by cruise ships and looking for adventures on the water. | Nawiliwili Harbor, Wailua Falls, Pedal Kayak Tours, Boat excursions |
| Puhi | A developing area close to industrial and business sectors, ideal for longer-term stays for those in business or working at local companies, with access to local dining. | Puhi Sand Dunes, Local shops and eating establishments, Garden Isle Bicycles |
| Hanamaulu | A quaint community with scenic views of the coastline, known for its beautiful beaches and local charm. Great for travelers seeking authentic local experiences. | Hanamaulu Beach Park, Kealia Beach, Local fish shacks |
| Kapa'a | A vibrant town with a lively arts scene and tourism-friendly atmosphere. Offers beautiful beaches, shopping, and dining options, great for visitors and retreats. | Kapaʻa Beach Park, Kealia Beach, Local markets and shops |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Lihue Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 81% of listings in Lihue, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in six (17%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 73%, about 4.5 times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (16%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Lihue Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 81%
- Private room 17%
- Hotel room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 81.5% | 268 |
| Private room | 16.7% | 55 |
| Hotel room | 1.8% | 6 |
Listings by property type
Lihue Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 73%
- Hotel/Boutique 16%
- House 8%
- Cabin/Outdoor 2%
- Others <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 72.9% | 240 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 16.1% | 53 |
| House | 8.2% | 27 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 2.4% | 8 |
| Others | 0.3% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Lihue Have?
Lihue's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 56% of entire homes, and only 7% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 232 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Lihue entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
9%
46%
38%
3%
2%
2%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 9.5% | 22 |
| 1 bedroom | 46.1% | 107 |
| 2 bedrooms | 37.5% | 87 |
| 3 bedrooms | 3.0% | 7 |
| 4 bedrooms | 2.2% | 5 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.7% | 4 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Lihue
A typical studio in Lihue earned $47,100 over the past year, against $39,200 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 22 | $47,100 | $72,000 | $576 | 37% |
| 1 bedroom | 107 | $30,700 | $54,600 | $439 | 40% |
| 2 bedrooms | 87 | $39,200 | $54,500 | $441 | 48% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Lihue Sleep?
Most Lihue listings are sized for couples and small families: 72% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 5% take eight or more.
Lihue listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
32%
5%
35%
3%
20%
<1%
5%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 31.8% | 102 |
| 3 guests | 5.0% | 16 |
| 4 guests | 34.9% | 112 |
| 5 guests | 3.1% | 10 |
| 6 guests | 19.9% | 64 |
| 7 guests | 0.3% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 5.0% | 16 |
How Lihue Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Lihue hosts set up an average of 2.1 beds per listing. Only 45% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 13
- Beds per listing
- 2.1
- Show exact location
- 45%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Lihue Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Lihue: 88% of listings have one, and 72% offer beach access.
Share of Lihue listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Lihue
Listings in Lihue with free street parking earned about 2.8 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $138,000 against $49,100. The gap is smaller for a patio or balcony (about 2.7 times as much) and a pool table (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 Lihue 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free street parking | 8% | $138,000 | $49,100 | +181% |
| Patio or balcony | 74% | $66,900 | $25,100 | +167% |
| Pool table | 4% | $134,000 | $52,400 | +156% |
| Pets allowed | 3% | $128,000 | $53,400 | +139% |
| Smart lock | 5% | $118,000 | $52,700 | +125% |
| Beach access | 72% | $64,900 | $32,200 | +102% |
| Outdoor furniture | 62% | $69,000 | $34,700 | +99% |
| Outdoor dining area | 37% | $81,100 | $41,200 | +97% |
| Waterfront | 48% | $73,300 | $39,600 | +85% |
| Exercise equipment | 22% | $85,800 | $47,500 | +81% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Lihue?
Lihue draws mostly domestic guests: nine in ten of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Los Angeles is the largest source, at about 3% of reviews. Of the 10% from abroad, the largest groups come from Canada and Germany. English is spoken by 65% of guests, and Spanish by 12%.
90% of Lihue guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 90%
- International 10%
Where Lihue guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3.1% |
| Honolulu | 2.0% |
| San Diego | 1.8% |
| San Francisco | 1.8% |
| Seattle | 1.6% |
Where Lihue guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 89.9% |
| Canada | 2.8% |
| Germany | 1.6% |
| France | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | 0.7% |
Languages spoken by Lihue guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 65.1% |
| Spanish | 12.2% |
| French | 4.7% |
| German | 3.0% |
| Chinese | 2.2% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Lihue?
Lihue Airbnbs average 4.74 stars, and 23% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.65, against 4.84 for location.
Location scores highest in Lihue; 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 | 4.75 |
| Cleanliness | 4.76 |
| Communication | 4.80 |
| Location | 4.84 |
| Check-in | 4.82 |
| Value | 4.65 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Lihue: Stays, Rules and Fees
About seven in ten Lihue listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 31% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 27% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Lihue listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 49%
- 181-270 days 21%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 7%
- 1-30 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 49.2% | 162 |
| 181-270 days | 20.7% | 68 |
| 91-180 days | 21.6% | 71 |
| 31-90 days | 7.0% | 23 |
| 1-30 days | 1.5% | 5 |
Days a year Lihue listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 9%
- 181-270 days 22%
- 91-180 days 20%
- 31-90 days 27%
- 1-30 days 22%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 9.4% | 31 |
| 181-270 days | 21.6% | 71 |
| 91-180 days | 20.1% | 66 |
| 31-90 days | 27.4% | 90 |
| 1-30 days | 21.6% | 71 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Lihue?
The average Lihue booking lasts 4.8 nights, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 21 bookings each over the year, some 6,820 in all. About three-quarters of 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 Lihue
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.5 nights 5.4 nights 3.9 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Lihue Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About two-thirds of listings in Lihue accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Lihue 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 Lihue?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Lihue, used by 42% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than seven in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 27% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Lihue listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Lihue?
About two-thirds of Lihue listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $245. Spread over the average stay of 4.8 nights, that adds roughly $50 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $245
- Average cleaning fee
- $278
- Listings charging a fee
- 67.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 12.2%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Lihue
The top-grossing listing, a one-bedroom unit at $2,296 a night (about 3.2 times the $710 that puts a listing in the top 10% here), is left out below: a price like that usually means it covers several rooms or units, or that it is misrecorded. Leaving it out, the top earner in Lihue, a one-bedroom unit, took in $498,000 over the past year, about 8.9 times the city's average of $55,900. Five of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Marriott Kauai Beach Club Parlor Suite-Garden View Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.97 
OCEAN VIEW Marriott Kauai Beach Club Parlor Suite Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $470,737
- Occupancy
- 66.5%
- Daily rate
- $2,115
Kalapaki Cliffside Penthouse Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.87 - Revenue
- $414,137
- Occupancy
- 78.7%
- Daily rate
- $1,379
OCEAN VIEW Marriott Kauai Beach Club Parlor Suite Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- $407,445
- Occupancy
- 69.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,847
Marriott Kauai Beach Club Studio-Garden View Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $371,276
- Occupancy
- 45.0%
- Daily rate
- $1,947
OCEAN VIEW Marriott Kauai Beach Club Studio Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.83 - Revenue
- $365,434
- Occupancy
- 45.9%
- Daily rate
- $2,065
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Lihue?
Kelsi is the top-grossing host in Lihue, with $3.15 million in bookings across 11 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 31% of the market's 329 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelsi | 11 | $3,146,028 | $286,003 | 4.90/5 | |
| Kanani | 13 | $1,045,543 | $80,426 | 4.78/5 | |
| Susanne | 7 | $821,460 | $117,351 | 4.79/5 | |
| 4 | Suite Life | 16 | $806,406 | $50,400 | 4.87/5 |
| 5 | Briana | 8 | $622,296 | $77,787 | 4.92/5 |
| 6 | Live Suite | 22 | $586,110 | $26,641 | 4.78/5 |
| 7 | Crystal | 11 | $566,763 | $51,524 | 4.70/5 |
| 8 | LiveSuites | 11 | $541,147 | $49,195 | 4.88/5 |
| 9 | Kaua’i | 3 | $451,230 | $150,410 | 4.75/5 |
| 10 | Sarah | 1 | $414,137 | $414,137 | 4.87/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Lihue?
Professional management companies run four in ten Lihue listings. 58% 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 79% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 57.8%
- Professional management
- 38.6%
- Cohosted listings
- 25.5%
- Instant Book enabled
- 38.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 79.3%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Lihue
6 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Lihue, and companies run 32% of its 329 active listings. Extra Holidays® is the largest, with 11 listings; the next largest are LiveSuites, AutoRank Concierge, RoomPicks and SBH Getaways. Among the five largest, LiveSuites' homes rate highest, at 4.88.
The five largest run 13% of Lihue's listings
Share of Lihue's 329 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Extra Holidays® 3% · 11
- LiveSuites 3% · 11
- AutoRank Concierge 3% · 10
- RoomPicks 2% · 6
- SBH Getaways 2% · 6
- All other listings 87%
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 Hawaii, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Lihue vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 29 km, Kilauea (26 km away, 47 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.2 times as much as Lihue. Kapaʻa was the busiest, booked on 59% of nights against 44% in Lihue.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wailua 8 km | 346 | $57,931 | $372 | 52% |
| Kapaa 9 km | 301 | $69,949 | $424 | 55% |
| Kapaʻa 9 km | 48 | $65,940 | $364 | 59% |
| Poipu 17 km | 1,102 | $87,215 | $641 | 48% |
| Koloa 17 km | 417 | $108,463 | $853 | 52% |
| Anahola 18 km | 37 | $111,416 | $678 | 44% |
| Kilauea 26 km | 47 | $122,340 | $1,149 | 48% |
| Hanalei 29 km | 426 | $94,499 | $656 | 48% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Hawaii
- Honolulu Airbnb data 5,852 listings
- Kihei Airbnb data 2,607 listings
- Kaanapali Airbnb data 1,630 listings
- Lahaina Airbnb data 1,485 listings
- Princeville Airbnb data 1,484 listings
- Wailea Airbnb data 1,194 listings
- Kailua Airbnb data 847 listings
- Holualoa Airbnb data 779 listings
See all 88 Hawaii Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Lihue
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Lihue:
- Escondido Airbnb data CA · $454/night · 44.3%
- Coronado Airbnb data CA · $474/night · 43.1%
- Santa Rosa Airbnb data CA · $444/night · 44.6%
- Ojai Airbnb data CA · $443/night · 44.8%
- Solana Beach Airbnb data CA · $484/night · 43.3%
- Friday Harbor Airbnb data WA · $452/night · 42.9%
FAQ
Lihue Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Lihue?
An active Lihue Airbnb grossed $55,876 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 329 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $8,210 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Lihue?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Lihue listings earn between $2,650 and $8,210 in a typical month, and the top tenth $12,200 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 Lihue?
Listings in Lihue were booked on 44% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Hawaii average. February is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Lihue?
The average booked night in Lihue cost $468 before fees. Half of listings charge between $270 and $450; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Lihue?
In Lihue, 98% 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 occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Lihue?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lihue Airbnb grossed $55,876 in the 12 months to September 2026, 9% below the Hawaii average of $61,223. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $35,416 a year (about $2,950 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 $4,670 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Lihue?
March usually pays best, averaging $7,190 per active listing over the past two years, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Lihue?
Each night a Lihue listing was open to book earned $204 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 $326 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Lihue?
Lihue stays were booked 65 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 Lihue?
The average Lihue Airbnb stay lasted 4.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Lihue rated?
Guests rate Lihue Airbnbs 4.74 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lihue?
Kalapaki Beach, Lihue Town Center and Nawiliwili Harbor draw the most short-term rental interest in Lihue. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Lihue?
AirROI counted 329 active Airbnb listings in Lihue as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Wailua, 8 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Lihue?
In Lihue, about two-thirds of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $245.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 329 active Airbnb listings in Lihue 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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