Tourism statisticsCity2026
South Bend Tourism Statistics: 14,815 Airbnb Stays
AirROI estimates 14,815 Airbnb stays in South Bend, in Indiana, United States, in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was July, and the quietest was February. All of Indiana had 83 million visitors in 2024, Indiana Destination Development Corporation reports.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 70,868
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 4.8 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- July
- From within the United States, among guests who left a review
- 96.4%
Key facts
South Bend Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- Indiana Destination Development Corporation puts all of Indiana at 83 million visitors in 2024.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in South Bend at 14,815 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in South Bend added up to 70,868 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in South Bend lasted 4.8 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 75 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks July the busiest Airbnb month in South Bend in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by October and August, with February the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the five busiest Airbnb months in South Bend ran unbroken from June to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in South Bend in October were booked furthest ahead, about 113 days, against 27 days for January, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 96.4% of South Bend Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States.
By place
- AirROI estimates South Bend took 6.0% of all Airbnb stays in Indiana in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI ranks South Bend 3rd for Airbnb stays among the 20 towns it lists in Indiana in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Indiana?
Indiana Destination Development Corporation counted 83 million visitors for all of Indiana in 2024. On AirROI's estimates, South Bend accounted for 6.0% of Airbnb stays in Indiana in the 12 months to October 2026.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 millionVisitors, all of Indiana | Visitors who traveled to Indiana | 2024 | indiana destination development corporation |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in South Bend
South Bend had 901 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 14,815 stays and 70,868 nights. A typical stay lasted 4.8 nights and was booked about 75 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 901
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 14,815
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 70,868
- Typical stay
- 4.8 nights
- Booked ahead
- 75 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in South Bend?
On Airbnb, July was the busiest month in South Bend in the 12 months to October 2026, then October and August. February was the quietest. The five busiest months run unbroken from June to October.
July ranks first, February last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: July, October, August, June, September, March, May, November, December, January, April, February.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| July | 10.4% | 52 days |
| October | 9.9% | 113 days |
| August | 9.7% | 54 days |
| June | 9.6% | 44 days |
| September | 8.9% | 100 days |
| March | 8.0% | 30 days |
| May | 7.9% | 104 days |
| November | 7.9% | 89 days |
| December | 7.3% | 51 days |
| January | 7.0% | 27 days |
| April | 6.8% | 70 days |
| February | 6.6% | 35 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do South Bend Airbnb Guests Come From?
Nearly all South Bend Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 were from within the United States (96.4%), AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Chicago was the top origin city at 4.9%, ahead of Indianapolis at 2.6%. The figures rest on 39,515 reviews, written over many years.
96.4% from within the United States
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From within the United States 96.4%
- From abroad 3.6%
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in South Bend
How many tourists visit South Bend?
Indiana as a whole had 83 million visitors in 2024, according to Indiana Destination Development Corporation. AirROI puts South Bend at 6.0% of Airbnb stays in Indiana in the 12 months to October 2026. AirROI estimates 14,815 Airbnb stays in South Bend in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists.
When is the busiest time in South Bend?
The busiest Airbnb month in South Bend in the 12 months to October 2026 was July, then October and August. The five busiest months run from June to October.
What is the quietest month in South Bend?
February was the quietest Airbnb month in South Bend in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and April ranked 11th. Stays in February were booked about 35 days ahead, against 113 days for October.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in South Bend?
A typical Airbnb stay in South Bend lasted 4.8 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 75 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 3.1 nights in September to 5.8 nights in January.
Where do Airbnb guests in South Bend come from?
Of South Bend Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 96.4% were from within the United States, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Chicago at 4.9%, ahead of Indianapolis at 2.6%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Indiana Destination Development Corporation counts visitors (83 million in 2024 across Indiana). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 14,815 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 14,815 stays at 4.78 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 39,515 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.