Stunning Sunrises Oceanfront AC Pool 3 Bed Sleep 6 Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.78 - Revenue
- $280,894
- Occupancy
- 82.4%
- Daily rate
- $900
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Wailua, HI Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Wailua brought in $57,931 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 5% less than the Hawaii average of $61,223.
The short answer
Wailua Airbnb Market at a Glance
Wailua is cheaper but busier than the Hawaii average. Listings averaged $372 a night and were booked on 52% of available nights, against $465 and 49% for the Hawaii average.
January, usually the best month, brings in about 43% more per listing than November, usually the slowest.
With 346 active listings, Wailua is the 21st-largest of 88 Hawaii markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 17% while the number of active listings shrank 11%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Wailua?
Gross bookings per Wailua listing averaged $57,931 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 Wailua listing brings in $6,980 in January, its best month, and $4,870 in November, its slowest. February runs within 2% of January, so either can come out on top 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 2.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $11,600+ a month, about twice the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $8,220 or more, roughly $2,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $6,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $3,750 or less, about 63% 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.
January earns about 1.4 times what November does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $6,080 $7,520 $4,490
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.
Wailua 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, while nightly rates and bookings both peaked in February 2026. Across the past two years, January is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $5,666 | 56.7% | $341 | $189 | 88 days | 5.2 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $6,046 | 57.6% | $344 | $195 | 93 days | 5.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $5,245 | 50.0% | $346 | $175 | 86 days | 5.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $6,069 | 51.7% | $367 | $196 | 92 days | 5.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $7,294 | 62.9% | $375 | $235 | 99 days | 6.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $7,430 | 70.5% | $379 | $265 | 114 days | 7.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $7,519 | 64.4% | $369 | $243 | 91 days | 5.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $6,679 | 62.3% | $357 | $223 | 90 days | 5.6 nights |
| May 2026 | $6,533 | 58.6% | $355 | $211 | 85 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $6,802 | 58.0% | $362 | $227 | 82 days | 5.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $7,231 | 55.9% | $365 | $233 | 87 days | 5.6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $6,135 | 55.6% | $354 | $198 | 76 days | 5.2 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Wailua home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb income calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Wailua Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Wailua Airbnb took in $57,931 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,990 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 $4,130 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $7,560 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,620 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,570 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.
Wailua Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $50,371 | $69,010 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Wailua bookings | $7,560 | $10,360 |
| Gross bookings | $57,931 | $79,370 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 84% of Wailua listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$7,810 | −$10,700 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$7,560 | −$10,360 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,900 | −$3,970 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$1,160 | −$1,590 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,740 | −$2,380 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$580 | −$580 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$290 | −$290 |
| 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 | −$22,040 | −$29,870 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $35,891about $2,990 a month | $49,500about $4,130 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Wailua Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Wailua'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 Wailua 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 Wailua's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Wailua listings are booked on 83% or more of their nights, against 65% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $305 adds about $3,030 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $400 a night or more, against a median of $305. 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 $5,040 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, January brings the average listing about $6,980, against $4,870 in November, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Wailua listings average 4.79 stars, and 38% 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 $6,610 a month, against $4,830 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Wailua?
Wailua listings were booked on 52% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the Hawaii average (49%) and 11 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 67% in February and falls to 50% in November.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 91%+ of open nights, 26 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 83% or more, roughly six nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 65% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 36% or less, under three nights a week.
February is usually the busiest month in Wailua, November the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 57% 71% 50%
The 12-month rate of 52% 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 Wailua?
The average nightly rate in Wailua, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $372 over the past year, about 20% below the Hawaii average of $465 and about 16% above the U.S. average of $320. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in January and February at about $365 and bottom out in September and November at about $320.
The top 10% charge about 2.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $620+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $400 or more, about $95 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $305 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $250 or less, about 18% below the median.
February rates run 14% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $348 $379 $299
The 12-month ADR of $372 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 Wailua?
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 Wailua it averaged $191 over the past year, from about $162 in a typical November to about $245 in a typical February.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $338+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $239 or more, about $65 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $173 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $111 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
February RevPAR is about 1.5 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $200 $265 $149
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Wailua
Wailua has two high seasons, January–March and July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to November.
Average revenue by month in Wailua
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $6,080 $6,980 $4,870
Revenue by month in Wailua in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | $6,980 |
| February | High season | $6,870 |
| March | High season | $6,740 |
| April | Shoulder season | $5,980 |
| May | Shoulder season | $6,250 |
| June | Shoulder season | $6,440 |
| July | High season | $6,710 |
| August | Shoulder season | $5,810 |
| September | Low season | $5,220 |
| October | Low season | $5,340 |
| November | Low season | $4,870 |
| December | Shoulder season | $5,770 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJanuary–March, July | $6,830 | 62% | $362 |
| Shoulder seasonApril–June, August, December | $6,050 | 56% | $351 |
| Low seasonSeptember–November | $5,140 | 54% | $322 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Wailua?
Guests book Wailua stays 91 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. February stays are booked furthest out, about 107 days ahead, and August stays closest to arrival, about 78 days. A typical February booking is made in late October.
February stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 86 days 114 days 70 days
The 12-month figure of 91 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 Wailua
98% of the 346 active listings in Wailua 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 Wailua.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Wailua
AirROI's area guide picks eight Wailua neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Wailua Beach, Kealia Beach and Lydgate Beach. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Wailua Beach | Stunning beachfront location known for its beautiful scenery and access to the ocean. Ideal for vacationers looking for a relaxing beach getaway. | Wailua Beach Park, Kauai Path, Wailua River State Park, Coconut Marketplace, Fern Grotto, Opaekaa Falls |
| Kealia Beach | A favorite among surfers and beach lovers. Offers a pristine stretch of sand with spectacular views and opportunities for water activities. | Kealia Beach, Kauai Wildlife Refuge, Kauai Surf School, Coconut Marketplace, Lydgate Beach Park |
| Lydgate Beach | A family-friendly beach with a large park area, great for picnics and leisure activities. Attracts families and groups seeking outdoor fun. | Lydgate State Park, Lydgate Beach Park, Wailua Golf Course, Kauai Adventure Center, Lydgate Park Lagoon |
| Nounou Mountain Trail | Perfect for those who enjoy hiking and nature. Quiet and peaceful, this location attracts outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. | Nounou Mountain, Sleeping Giant Trail, Kapa'a Bike Path, Wailua River, Opaekaa Falls |
| Kapaa Town | A charming town with a lot of local culture and history. Great for tourists looking for local dining, shopping, and entertainment. | Kapaa Beach Park, Historic Kapaa Town, Kapaa Shopping Center, Local Farmers Markets, Wailua Falls |
| Fern Grotto | A unique natural attraction with its lush greenery and accessible scenic views. Draws tourists interested in nature and photography. | Fern Grotto, Wailua River, Boat Tours, Hiking Trails, Cultural Experiences |
| Kauai Lagoons | Offers upscale living and beautiful views. Attracts those looking for luxury stays and easy access to golf and the beach. | Kauai Lagoons Golf Club, Lihue Beach, Kauai Museum, Kalapaki Beach |
| Kapa'a Beach Park | Popular among locals and tourists alike for its breathtaking ocean views and recreational opportunities. Great for picnic and leisure activities. | Kapa'a Beach Park, Kapa'a Bike Path, Waipouli Beach Resort, Watersports |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Wailua Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Wailua is an entire home: 96% of listings, with private rooms at 4%. Apartments and condos account for 93% of the stock; hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs come next at 4%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Wailua Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 96%
- Private room 4%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 95.7% | 331 |
| Private room | 4.0% | 14 |
| Hotel room | 0.3% | 1 |
Apartments dominate the property mix
Wailua Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 93%
- Hotel/Boutique 4%
- House 3%
- Others <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 92.8% | 321 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.8% | 13 |
| House | 2.9% | 10 |
| Others | 0.6% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Wailua Have?
Wailua's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 70% of entire homes, and only 3% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 279 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Wailua entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
16%
54%
27%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 16.1% | 45 |
| 1 bedroom | 54.1% | 151 |
| 2 bedrooms | 27.2% | 76 |
| 3 bedrooms | 2.5% | 7 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Wailua
A typical studio in Wailua earned $22,100 over the past year, against $67,700 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 45 | $22,100 | $33,200 | $284 | 42% |
| 1 bedroom | 151 | $51,500 | $51,400 | $315 | 54% |
| 2 bedrooms | 76 | $67,700 | $79,700 | $552 | 49% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Wailua Sleep?
Most Wailua listings are sized for couples and small families: 82% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 2% take eight or more.
Wailua listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
25%
11%
47%
15%
<1%
2%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 24.9% | 86 |
| 3 guests | 11.0% | 38 |
| 4 guests | 46.5% | 161 |
| 6 guests | 15.3% | 53 |
| 7 guests | 0.3% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 2.0% | 7 |
How Wailua Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Wailua hosts set up an average of 2.1 beds per listing. About four in ten listings (40%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 18
- Beds per listing
- 2.1
- Show exact location
- 40%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Wailua Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Wailua: 94% of listings have one, and 41% have a waterfront setting.
Share of Wailua listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Wailua
Listings in Wailua with a patio or balcony earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: $68,400 against $35,400. Listings with free street parking show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for a pet-friendly policy (about 70% more). 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 Wailua 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patio or balcony | 68% | $68,400 | $35,400 | +93% |
| Free street parking | 18% | $96,000 | $49,800 | +93% |
| Pets allowed | 6% | $93,500 | $55,500 | +68% |
| Smart lock | 19% | $84,900 | $51,500 | +65% |
| Waterfront | 41% | $74,500 | $46,600 | +60% |
| Sun loungers | 18% | $83,400 | $52,200 | +60% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 4% | $85,500 | $56,700 | +51% |
| Garden view | 15% | $80,500 | $54,000 | +49% |
| Ocean view | 27% | $75,700 | $51,400 | +47% |
| Outdoor dining area | 26% | $75,700 | $51,700 | +47% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Wailua?
Wailua draws mostly domestic guests: nine in ten of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Seattle 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 63% of guests, and Spanish by 12%.
90% of Wailua guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 90%
- International 10%
Where Wailua guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Seattle | 3.2% |
| Los Angeles | 2.2% |
| San Diego | 1.9% |
| San Francisco | 1.8% |
| New York | 1.4% |
Where Wailua guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 90.2% |
| Canada | 2.8% |
| Germany | 1.6% |
| France | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | 0.8% |
Languages spoken by Wailua guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 63.1% |
| Spanish | 12.1% |
| French | 5.3% |
| German | 5.1% |
| Hindi | 2.1% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Wailua?
Wailua Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 38% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.68, against 4.90 for location.
Location scores highest in Wailua; 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 | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.77 |
| Communication | 4.84 |
| Location | 4.90 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.68 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Wailua: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than half of Wailua listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 48% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 181 to 270 days a year, covering 24% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Wailua listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 36%
- 181-270 days 17%
- 91-180 days 25%
- 31-90 days 18%
- 1-30 days 4%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 36.4% | 126 |
| 181-270 days | 16.8% | 58 |
| 91-180 days | 25.1% | 87 |
| 31-90 days | 17.9% | 62 |
| 1-30 days | 3.8% | 13 |
Days a year Wailua listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 24%
- 181-270 days 24%
- 91-180 days 16%
- 31-90 days 18%
- 1-30 days 18%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 23.7% | 82 |
| 181-270 days | 24.3% | 84 |
| 91-180 days | 16.5% | 57 |
| 31-90 days | 17.6% | 61 |
| 1-30 days | 17.9% | 62 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Wailua?
The average Wailua booking lasts 5.7 nights, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 27 bookings each over the year, some 9,210 in all. 55% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Wailua
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.4 nights 6.6 nights 4.4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Wailua Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than half of listings in Wailua accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Wailua 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 Wailua?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Wailua, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 21% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Wailua listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Wailua?
94% of Wailua listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $265. Spread over the average stay of 5.7 nights, that adds roughly $45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $265
- Average cleaning fee
- $305
- Listings charging a fee
- 93.9%
- Share of gross revenue
- 13.1%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Wailua
The top-grossing Airbnb in Wailua, a three-bedroom home, took in $281,000 over the past year, about 4.8 times the city's average of $57,900. Five of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Stunning Sunrises Oceanfront AC Pool 3 Bed Sleep 6 Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.78 
Panoramic luxury beachside condo in paradise A/C Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $259,362
- Occupancy
- 93.9%
- Daily rate
- $735
A306 - Oceanfront 2 Bed Suite - Pool, A/C, & More Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- $233,067
- Occupancy
- 76.5%
- Daily rate
- $811
Paradise Found | Spacious 2BR | With AC Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- $212,156
- Occupancy
- 78.3%
- Daily rate
- $734
Kapaa condo w/ pool and ocean front views Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $200,355
- Occupancy
- 66.1%
- Daily rate
- $828
Luxury Gated Oceanfront Condo on Ground Floor Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.76 - Revenue
- $186,272
- Occupancy
- 84.4%
- Daily rate
- $578
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Wailua?
Premier Kauai Ohana is the top-grossing host in Wailua, with $2.05 million in bookings across 39 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 44% of its 346 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Kaua’i grossed $169,000 per listing, about 3.2 times Premier Kauai Ohana's $52,500.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Kauai Ohana | 39 | $2,048,920 | $52,536 | 4.75/5 | |
| Kathy McCartney | 22 | $1,673,380 | $76,063 | 4.73/5 | |
| Kaua’i | 9 | $1,525,100 | $169,456 | 4.89/5 | |
| 4 | Tina | 17 | $1,380,135 | $81,184 | 4.87/5 |
| 5 | Kanani | 19 | $1,223,973 | $64,420 | 4.81/5 |
| 6 | Candace | 16 | $888,902 | $55,556 | 4.95/5 |
| 7 | Hawaii Vacation Condos By OUTR… | 13 | $549,022 | $42,232 | 4.82/5 |
| 8 | Coldwell Banker Island Vacatio… | 5 | $516,527 | $103,305 | 4.79/5 |
| 9 | Paul | 9 | $488,859 | $54,318 | 4.93/5 |
| 10 | Allison | 4 | $389,914 | $97,479 | 4.98/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Wailua?
Professional management companies run half of Wailua listings. 72% 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 84% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 72.0%
- Professional management
- 51.2%
- Cohosted listings
- 16.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 54.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 83.8%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Wailua
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Wailua, and companies run 22% of its 346 active listings. Vacasa is the largest, with 40 listings and an average guest rating of 4.71; the next largest are Hawaii Vacation Condos and Extra Holidays®. Among the three largest, Extra Holidays®'s homes rate highest, at 4.73.
The three largest run 17% of Wailua's listings
Share of Wailua's 346 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Vacasa 12% · 40
- Hawaii Vacation Condos 4% · 13
- Extra Holidays® 1% · 5
- All other listings 83%
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
Wailua vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 24 km, Kilauea (20 km away, 47 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.1 times as much as Wailua. Kapaʻa was the busiest, booked on 59% of nights against 52% in Wailua.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapaa 1 km | 301 | $69,949 | $424 | 55% |
| Kapaʻa 1 km | 48 | $65,940 | $364 | 59% |
| Lihue 8 km | 329 | $55,876 | $468 | 44% |
| Anahola 11 km | 37 | $111,416 | $678 | 44% |
| Kilauea 20 km | 47 | $122,340 | $1,149 | 48% |
| Poipu 24 km | 1,102 | $87,215 | $641 | 48% |
| Koloa 24 km | 417 | $108,463 | $853 | 52% |
| Hanalei 24 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 Wailua
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Wailua:
- Placentia Airbnb data CA · $367/night · 52.5%
- Anaheim Airbnb data CA · $381/night · 52.1%
- Seward Airbnb data AK · $332/night · 52.4%
- San Diego Airbnb data CA · $389/night · 50.6%
- Pacifica Airbnb data CA · $415/night · 52.9%
- Trinidad Airbnb data CA · $346/night · 54.9%
FAQ
Wailua Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Wailua?
An active Wailua Airbnb grossed $57,931 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 346 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $8,220 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Wailua?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Wailua listings earn between $3,750 and $8,220 in a typical month, and the top tenth $11,600 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 Wailua?
Listings in Wailua were booked on 52% 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 Wailua?
The average booked night in Wailua cost $372 before fees. Half of listings charge between $250 and $400, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Wailua?
In Wailua, 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 Wailua?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Wailua Airbnb grossed $57,931 in the 12 months to September 2026, 5% 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, $35,891 a year (about $2,990 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 $4,130 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Wailua?
January usually pays best, averaging $6,980 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 Wailua?
Each night a Wailua listing was open to book earned $191 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 $338 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Wailua?
Wailua stays were booked 91 days (about three 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 Wailua?
The average Wailua Airbnb stay lasted 5.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Wailua rated?
Guests rate Wailua Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Wailua?
Wailua Beach, Kealia Beach and Lydgate Beach draw the most short-term rental interest in Wailua. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Wailua?
AirROI counted 346 active Airbnb listings in Wailua as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Kapaa, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Wailua?
In Wailua, 94% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $265.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 346 active Airbnb listings in Wailua 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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