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Cartagena, Colombia Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Cartagena brought in COP 63,547,850 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 2.2 times the national average of COP 29,368,968.
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Cartagena Airbnb Market at a Glance
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the national average. Listings averaged COP 581,194 a night and were booked on 39% of available nights, against COP 353,000 and 33% for the national average.
January, usually the best month, brings in about 55% more per listing than October, usually the slowest.
With 9,175 active listings, Cartagena is the largest of 9 Bolívar markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 10% while the number of active listings grew 47%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cartagena?
Gross bookings per Cartagena listing averaged COP 63,547,850 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Colombia average: COP 29,368,968), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Cartagena listing brings in COP 9,910,000 in January, its best month, and COP 6,380,000 in October, its slowest. September runs within 2% of October, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% 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 4.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn COP 15,400,000+ a month, about 3.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn COP 8,610,000 or more, roughly COP 4,200,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about COP 4,430,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn COP 1,940,000 or less, about 44% 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 1.6 times what October does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average COP 10,200,000 COP 6,330,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, COP 7,770,000. 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.
Cartagena 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.
January 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 | COP 6,337,188 | 40.9% | COP 523,334 | COP 211,240 | 31 days | 3.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | COP 6,329,012 | 38.4% | COP 532,065 | COP 204,162 | 32 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | COP 7,042,174 | 43.0% | COP 535,143 | COP 234,739 | 40 days | 4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | COP 8,760,296 | 43.1% | COP 614,281 | COP 282,590 | 50 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | COP 9,583,190 | 48.0% | COP 625,738 | COP 309,135 | 41 days | 4.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | COP 7,054,961 | 46.8% | COP 537,364 | COP 251,963 | 36 days | 4.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | COP 7,933,906 | 45.9% | COP 551,723 | COP 255,932 | 32 days | 4.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | COP 6,788,528 | 39.9% | COP 547,716 | COP 226,284 | 30 days | 3.8 nights |
| May 2026 | COP 7,346,347 | 39.6% | COP 563,372 | COP 236,979 | 29 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | COP 8,015,300 | 44.2% | COP 577,142 | COP 267,177 | 27 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | COP 9,552,696 | 43.4% | COP 582,294 | COP 308,151 | 35 days | 5.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | COP 8,402,572 | 44.3% | COP 581,842 | COP 271,051 | 36 days | 3.7 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.
The typical Cartagena listing earns about COP 4,430,000 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The free Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Cartagena Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cartagena Airbnb took in COP 63,547,850 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about COP 3,700,000 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 COP 7,280,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the COP 3,740,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about COP 4,020,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about COP 3,210,000 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Cartagena Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | COP 59,807,850 | COP 116,210,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay6% of Cartagena bookings | COP 3,740,000 | COP 7,270,000 |
| Gross bookings | COP 63,547,850 | COP 123,480,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 77% of Cartagena listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −COP 8,040,000 | −COP 15,610,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; COP 0 if you clean yourself | −COP 3,740,000 | −COP 7,270,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −COP 3,180,000 | −COP 6,170,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −COP 1,270,000 | −COP 2,470,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −COP 1,910,000 | −COP 3,700,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −COP 640,000 | −COP 640,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −COP 320,000 | −COP 320,000 |
| ManagementCOP 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | COP 0 | COP 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | COP 0 | COP 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | COP 0 | COP 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −COP 19,100,000 | −COP 36,180,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | COP 44,447,850about COP 3,700,000 a month | COP 87,300,000about COP 7,280,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Cartagena Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Cartagena'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 Cartagena 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 Cartagena's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cartagena listings are booked on 65% or more of their nights, against 41% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of COP 336,000 adds about COP 3,360,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge COP 531,000 a night or more, against a median of COP 336,000. 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 COP 5,980,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, January brings the average listing about COP 9,910,000, against COP 6,380,000 in October, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Cartagena listings average 4.73 stars, and 30% 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 COP 10,290,000 a month, against COP 5,300,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cartagena?
Cartagena listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points above the Colombia average (33%). Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, occupancy climbs to 50% in February and falls to 39% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 81%+ of open nights, 40 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 65% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 41% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.
February is usually the busiest month in Cartagena, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 44% 52% 38%
The 12-month rate of 39% 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 Cartagena?
The average nightly rate in Cartagena, known as ADR (average daily rate), was COP 581,194 over the past year, about 65% above the Colombia average of COP 353,000. In a typical year, rates peak in December at about COP 637,000 and bottom out in September and October at about COP 525,000.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge COP 950,000+ a night, about 2.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge COP 531,000 or more, about COP 200,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about COP 336,000 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge COP 217,000 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
December rates run 21% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average COP 660,000 COP 523,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, COP 558,000.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Cartagena?
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 Cartagena it averaged COP 223,000 over the past year, from about COP 206,000 in a typical October to about COP 320,000 in a typical January.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn COP 431,000+ per open night, about 3.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn COP 240,000 or more, about COP 110,000 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about COP 128,000 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn COP 66,200 or less, about half of the median.
January RevPAR is about 1.6 times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average COP 330,000 COP 204,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, COP 255,000. The 12-month RevPAR of COP 223,000 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cartagena
Cartagena has two high seasons, July and December–January, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to November and slows again in April and May.
Average revenue by month in Cartagena
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average COP 9,910,000 COP 6,380,000
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, COP 7,770,000.
Revenue by month in Cartagena in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | COP 9,910,000 |
| February | Shoulder season | COP 7,450,000 |
| March | Shoulder season | COP 8,320,000 |
| April | Low season | COP 7,090,000 |
| May | Low season | COP 7,000,000 |
| June | Shoulder season | COP 7,620,000 |
| July | High season | COP 8,580,000 |
| August | Shoulder season | COP 8,160,000 |
| September | Low season | COP 6,490,000 |
| October | Low season | COP 6,380,000 |
| November | Low season | COP 7,100,000 |
| December | High season | COP 9,160,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly, December–January | COP 9,220,000 | 46% | COP 605,076 |
| Shoulder seasonFebruary–March, June, August | COP 7,890,000 | 47% | COP 549,375 |
| Low seasonApril–May, September–November | COP 6,810,000 | 42% | COP 537,109 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cartagena?
Guests book Cartagena stays 36 days ahead on average (about five weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 49 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 26 days. A typical December booking is made in late October.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 33 days 50 days 25 days
The 12-month figure of 36 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 Cartagena
98% of the 9,175 active listings in Cartagena display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Cartagena.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cartagena
AirROI's area guide picks seven Cartagena neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Old Town, Getsemani and Bocagrande. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Old Town | The historic and vibrant heart of Cartagena, filled with colonial architecture, cobblestone streets, and rich culture. It's a prime location for tourists seeking history and charm. | Castillo San Felipe de Barajas, Plaza Santo Domingo, La Catedral de Cartagena, Palacio de la Inquisición, Museo del Oro Zenu |
| Getsemani | A trendy and bohemian neighborhood known for its artistic vibe and street art. Popular among young travelers and creative spirits looking for a laid-back atmosphere while being close to the action. | Plaza de la Trinidad, Street art murals, Casa de la Cultura, Vida Vaga Cafe, Art galleries |
| Bocagrande | A modern beach neighborhood known for its high-rise buildings, shopping, and nightlife. Ideal for beachgoers and tourists looking for a contemporary lifestyle with access to the beach. | Bocagrande Beach, Centro Comercial Bocagrande, Calle 7, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center, Nightclubs and bars |
| Manga | An upscale residential neighborhood known for its tranquility and proximity to the historical center. Attracts families and longer-term visitors looking for comfort and convenience. | Parque de la Marina, Shopping centers, Local cafes and restaurants, Viewpoints overlooking the bay |
| El Laguito | A beach neighborhood adjacent to Bocagrande, known for its picturesque views of the Caribbean Sea and a mix of residential and tourist accommodations. Popular among both locals and visitors. | Laguito Beach, Shopping malls, Restaurants with sea views, Local cultural events |
| San Diego | A charming area in the Old City known for its colorful streets and local markets. Attracts visitors interested in culture, local cuisine, and shopping. | Plaza San Diego, Local artisan shops, Historic colonial buildings, Cafes and street food |
| Rosario Islands | A stunning archipelago near Cartagena, ideal for eco-tourism and water sports. Attracts visitors looking for nature, relaxation, and adventure. | Isla del Rosario National Park, Coral reefs, Diving and snorkeling spots, Beach resorts |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Cartagena Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 83% of listings in Cartagena, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in six (16%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos account for 77% of the stock; houses come next at 15%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Cartagena Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 83%
- Private room 16%
- Shared room <1%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 83.4% | 7,649 |
| Private room | 16.2% | 1,484 |
| Shared room | 0.3% | 29 |
| Hotel room | 0.1% | 13 |
Apartments dominate the property mix
Cartagena Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 77%
- House 15%
- Hotel/Boutique 7%
- Cabin/Outdoor 1%
- Others <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 76.5% | 7,021 |
| House | 14.9% | 1,368 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 6.9% | 629 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.2% | 107 |
| Others | 0.4% | 36 |
| Unique stay | 0.2% | 14 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Cartagena Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Cartagena (38% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (31%). Shares are of the 7,540 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Cartagena entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
4%
31%
38%
18%
4%
6%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.5% | 267 |
| 1 bedroom | 30.6% | 2,307 |
| 2 bedrooms | 37.8% | 2,848 |
| 3 bedrooms | 18.3% | 1,380 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4.1% | 311 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5.6% | 423 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Cartagena
A typical studio in Cartagena earned COP 16,400,000 over the past year, against COP 285,000,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 267 | COP 16,400,000 | COP 27,000,000 | COP 238,013 | 39% |
| 1 bedroom | 2,307 | COP 34,000,000 | COP 43,000,000 | COP 335,819 | 43% |
| 2 bedrooms | 2,848 | COP 36,300,000 | COP 51,100,000 | COP 444,017 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 1,380 | COP 38,200,000 | COP 69,900,000 | COP 637,803 | 40% |
| 4 bedrooms | 311 | COP 126,000,000 | COP 177,000,000 | COP 1,537,253 | 41% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 423 | COP 285,000,000 | COP 353,000,000 | COP 3,430,087 | 38% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Cartagena Sleep?
The most common capacity in Cartagena is four guests (25% of listings), and 45% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 8,350 listings with a guest capacity on file (91% of the market).
Cartagena listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
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12%
8%
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10%
21%
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Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.3% | 21 |
| 2 guests | 11.5% | 964 |
| 3 guests | 8.2% | 687 |
| 4 guests | 25.1% | 2,099 |
| 5 guests | 9.8% | 819 |
| 6 guests | 21.3% | 1,780 |
| 7 guests | 4.8% | 400 |
| 8+ guests | 18.9% | 1,578 |
How Cartagena Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Cartagena hosts set up an average of 3.5 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. Only 44% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 16
- Beds per listing
- 3.5
- Show exact location
- 44%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Cartagena Offer?
Pools are common in Cartagena: 63% of listings have one.
Share of Cartagena listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Cartagena
Listings in Cartagena with a piano earned about 3.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: COP 202,000,000 against COP 63,200,000. The gap is smaller for a sound system (about 2.4 times as much) and an outdoor kitchen (about 2.3 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 Cartagena 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piano | 0.3% | COP 202,000,000 | COP 63,200,000 | +220% |
| Sound system | 11% | COP 133,000,000 | COP 55,400,000 | +139% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 4% | COP 141,000,000 | COP 60,700,000 | +132% |
| Pool | 63% | COP 80,100,000 | COP 35,200,000 | +128% |
| BBQ grill | 15% | COP 115,000,000 | COP 54,800,000 | +109% |
| Outdoor furniture | 32% | COP 94,800,000 | COP 48,600,000 | +95% |
| Pool table | 1% | COP 119,000,000 | COP 62,700,000 | +89% |
| Record player | 0.3% | COP 120,000,000 | COP 63,400,000 | +89% |
| Sun loungers | 18% | COP 102,000,000 | COP 55,100,000 | +85% |
| Indoor fireplace | 0.2% | COP 113,000,000 | COP 63,400,000 | +78% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Cartagena?
Cartagena runs on foreign visitors: seven in ten guests who left reviews live outside Colombia. The United States leads with 30% of reviewers, ahead of Mexico at 8%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 41%, followed by Spanish and French.
71% of Cartagena guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 71%
- Domestic 29%
Where Cartagena guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Bogotá | 12.4% |
| New York | 4.0% |
| Medellín | 3.0% |
| Mexico City | 2.2% |
Where Cartagena guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 30.4% |
| Colombia | 29.3% |
| Mexico | 7.6% |
| Canada | 5.6% |
| Brazil | 2.9% |
Languages spoken by Cartagena guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 40.7% |
| Spanish | 40.0% |
| French | 6.5% |
| Portuguese | 3.9% |
| German | 2.6% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Cartagena?
Cartagena Airbnbs average 4.73 stars, and 30% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.71.
Check-in scores highest in Cartagena; 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 | 4.76 |
| Cleanliness | 4.74 |
| Communication | 4.80 |
| Location | 4.76 |
| Check-in | 4.81 |
| Value | 4.71 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Cartagena: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly eight in ten Cartagena listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 22% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 28% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Cartagena listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 52%
- 181-270 days 27%
- 91-180 days 17%
- 31-90 days 4%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 51.7% | 4,742 |
| 181-270 days | 27.1% | 2,485 |
| 91-180 days | 17.4% | 1,599 |
| 31-90 days | 3.7% | 343 |
| 1-30 days | 0.1% | 6 |
Days a year Cartagena listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 4%
- 181-270 days 18%
- 91-180 days 28%
- 31-90 days 28%
- 1-30 days 22%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 4.4% | 405 |
| 181-270 days | 17.8% | 1,630 |
| 91-180 days | 27.7% | 2,545 |
| 31-90 days | 27.8% | 2,549 |
| 1-30 days | 22.3% | 2,046 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Cartagena?
The average Cartagena booking lasts 4.6 nights, longest in December and shortest in September. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year, some 210,000 in all. Nearly nine in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Cartagena
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.1 nights 4.6 nights 3.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Cartagena Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About nine in ten listings in Cartagena accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Cartagena 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 Cartagena?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Cartagena, used by 35% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about six in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 33% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Cartagena listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Cartagena?
About eight in ten Cartagena listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is COP 106,476, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to COP 221,016, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 4.6 nights, that adds roughly COP 23,100 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 6% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- COP 106,476
- Average cleaning fee
- COP 221,016
- Listings charging a fee
- 79.6%
- Share of gross revenue
- 5.9%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Cartagena
The top-grossing Airbnb in Cartagena, a 13-bedroom home, took in COP 2,430,000,000 over the past year, about 38 times the city's average of COP 63,500,000. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.
Villa for Groups – Pool + Breakfast – Cartagena Entire home · 13 bedrooms Rated 4.91 
13 luxury suites 3 pools w Bkfst + cln + sec incl Entire home · 13 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- COP 1.8B
- Occupancy
- 59.0%
- Daily rate
- COP 9.9M
Casa Tien | Private pool in Walled City Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- COP 1.7B
- Occupancy
- 70.2%
- Daily rate
- COP 5.2M
Casa Del Hidalgo - Walled City 7BR Colonial Villa Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- COP 1.6B
- Occupancy
- 69.2%
- Daily rate
- COP 5.9M
15 BR Mansion in the Walled City - Staff Included Entire home · 15 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- COP 1.5B
- Occupancy
- 41.3%
- Daily rate
- COP 10.1M
Best Location 12 BR Luxury Mansion Historic Center Entire home · 12 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- COP 1.5B
- Occupancy
- 42.2%
- Daily rate
- COP 7.8M
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Cartagena?
Mark is the top-grossing host in Cartagena, with COP 22.2 billion in bookings across 74 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 5% of the market's 9,175 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: David grossed COP 613.8 million per listing, about twice Mark's COP 299.8 million.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark | 74 | COP 22,181,817,526 | COP 299,754,291 | 4.78/5 | |
| Bercelio Cartagena Rentals | 36 | COP 12,323,717,015 | COP 342,325,473 | 4.89/5 | |
| Luis | 75 | COP 9,237,184,930 | COP 123,162,466 | 4.73/5 | |
| 4 | Maria Clemencia | 98 | COP 7,563,744,855 | COP 77,181,070 | 4.88/5 |
| 5 | David | 10 | COP 6,137,607,722 | COP 613,760,772 | 4.83/5 |
| 6 | Luxury Rentals CTG | 102 | COP 6,022,555,091 | COP 59,044,658 | 4.68/5 |
| 7 | Hector | 18 | COP 5,574,717,792 | COP 309,706,544 | 4.80/5 |
| 8 | Saad | 15 | COP 4,873,629,591 | COP 324,908,639 | 4.93/5 |
| 9 | Go Cartagena | 63 | COP 4,761,550,940 | COP 75,580,174 | 4.68/5 |
| 10 | LA SANTISIMA Cartagena | 12 | COP 4,240,311,414 | COP 353,359,284 | 4.87/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Cartagena?
Only 5% of Cartagena listings are classed as professionally managed, though 46% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 42% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 77% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 42.4%
- Professional management
- 5.1%
- Cohosted listings
- 46.5%
- Instant Book enabled
- 52.7%
- Simplified Pricing
- 77.2%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Cartagena
27 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Cartagena, and companies run 8% of its 9,175 active listings. Luxury Rentals CTG is the largest, with 106 listings and an average guest rating of 4.71; the next largest are Wynwood House, Bercelio Cartagena Rentals, Stay Q and HostPro. Among the five largest, Bercelio Cartagena Rentals' homes rate highest, at 4.92.
The five largest run 3% of Cartagena's listings
Share of Cartagena's 9,175 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Luxury Rentals CTG 1% · 106
- Wynwood House <1% · 76
- Bercelio Cartagena Rentals <1% · 45
- Stay Q <1% · 36
- HostPro <1% · 33
- All other listings 97%
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 Bolívar, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Cartagena vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 75 km, El Pueblito (36 km away, 38 listings) earned the most per listing, about 21% more than Cartagena.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Boquilla 6 km | 142 | COP 40,078,967 | COP 472,569 | 37% |
| Manzanillo del Mar 11 km | 71 | COP 49,346,035 | COP 495,406 | 39% |
| Turbaco 16 km | 33 | COP 18,471,719 | COP 532,012 | 18% |
| El Pueblito 36 km | 38 | COP 76,758,051 | COP 1,766,287 | 22% |
| Juan de Acosta 69 km | 31 | COP 35,004,844 | COP 868,879 | 24% |
| Santa Verónica 71 km | 55 | COP 23,857,927 | COP 718,859 | 20% |
| Rincón del Mar 74 km | 40 | COP 33,587,614 | COP 456,304 | 34% |
| San Onofre 75 km | 86 | COP 22,029,480 | COP 396,971 | 22% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Bolívar
- Santa Cruz de Mompóx Airbnb data 115 listings
See all 9 Bolívar Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Cartagena
Markets elsewhere in Colombia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Cartagena:
- San Luis Airbnb data Colombia · COP 500,804/night · 36.6%
FAQ
Cartagena Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cartagena?
An active Cartagena Airbnb grossed COP 63,547,850 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 9,175 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in COP 8,610,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Cartagena?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cartagena listings earn between COP 1,940,000 and COP 8,610,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth COP 15,400,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Cartagena?
Listings in Cartagena were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 33% for the national average. February is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cartagena?
The average booked night in Cartagena cost COP 581,194 before fees. Half of listings charge between COP 217,000 and COP 531,000; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cartagena?
In Cartagena, 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 tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Cartagena?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Cartagena Airbnb grossed COP 63,547,850 in the 12 months to September 2026, at about 2.2 times the national average of COP 29,368,968. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, COP 44,447,850 a year (about COP 3,700,000 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 COP 7,280,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Cartagena?
January usually pays best, averaging COP 9,910,000 per active listing over the past two years, and October usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Cartagena?
Each night a Cartagena listing was open to book earned COP 223,000 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 COP 431,000 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cartagena?
Cartagena stays were booked 36 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Cartagena?
The average Cartagena Airbnb stay lasted 4.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Cartagena rated?
Guests rate Cartagena Airbnbs 4.73 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cartagena?
Old Town, Getsemani and Bocagrande draw the most short-term rental interest in Cartagena. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Cartagena?
AirROI counted 9,175 active Airbnb listings in Cartagena as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is La Boquilla, 6 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cartagena?
In Cartagena, about eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is COP 106,476, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to COP 221,016, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 9,175 active Airbnb listings in Cartagena 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. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Colombian pesos at COP 3,672 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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