Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Provincia de Guanacaste brought in ₡12,853,975 over the 12 months through September 2026, across just 29 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
The short answer
Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb Market at a Glance
Provincia de Guanacaste is priced below the Provincia Guanacaste average. Listings averaged ₡118,706 a night, about 20% less than that average of ₡149,000, and were booked on 37% of available nights, close to its 36% occupancy.
Timing matters: in March, usually the best month, the average listing earns about three times as much as in October, usually the slowest. With only 29 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 29 active listings, Provincia de Guanacaste is the 17th-largest of 19 Provincia Guanacaste markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Provincia de Guanacaste?
Gross bookings per Provincia de Guanacaste listing averaged ₡12,853,975 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Provincia Guanacaste average: ₡15,899,979), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Provincia de Guanacaste listing brings in ₡2,120,000 in March, its best month, and ₡707,000 in October, its slowest. September runs within 5% of October, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 36% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Provincia de Guanacaste's 29 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ₡3,250,000+ a month, about three times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₡1,830,000 or more, roughly ₡750,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ₡1,080,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₡503,000 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 three times what October does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡1,390,000. 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.
Provincia de Guanacaste 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 and bookings; nightly rates peaked in January 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | ₡552,664 | 25.0% | ₡94,152 | ₡18,422 | 57 days | 2.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | ₡690,830 | 29.3% | ₡92,673 | ₡22,285 | 43 days | 3.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | ₡732,702 | 32.9% | ₡97,659 | ₡24,423 | 45 days | 5.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | ₡1,819,957 | 43.0% | ₡111,965 | ₡58,708 | 78 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | ₡2,053,595 | 47.3% | ₡116,474 | ₡66,245 | 76 days | 6.2 nights |
| Feb 2026 | ₡2,176,415 | 58.6% | ₡112,709 | ₡77,729 | 73 days | 8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | ₡2,458,054 | 63.4% | ₡115,049 | ₡79,292 | 47 days | 5.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | ₡1,881,137 | 44.6% | ₡110,290 | ₡62,705 | 51 days | 3.5 nights |
| May 2026 | ₡1,284,178 | 34.5% | ₡108,512 | ₡41,425 | 26 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | ₡1,453,072 | 33.2% | ₡100,804 | ₡48,436 | 34 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | ₡1,716,538 | 45.1% | ₡103,655 | ₡55,372 | 33 days | 4.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | ₡892,818 | 30.0% | ₡98,904 | ₡28,801 | 41 days | 3.1 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Provincia de Guanacaste market, enter its address and size in the short-term rental calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Provincia de Guanacaste Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb took in ₡12,853,975 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about ₡750,000 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 ₡1,290,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the ₡610,000 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about ₡800,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about ₡650,000 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.
Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | ₡12,243,975 | ₡20,790,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Provincia de Guanacaste bookings | ₡610,000 | ₡1,030,000 |
| Gross bookings | ₡12,853,975 | ₡21,820,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Provincia de Guanacaste listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −₡1,720,000 | −₡2,910,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; ₡0 if you clean yourself | −₡610,000 | −₡1,030,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₡640,000 | −₡1,090,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₡260,000 | −₡440,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₡390,000 | −₡650,000 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₡130,000 | −₡130,000 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₡60,000 | −₡60,000 |
| 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 | −₡3,810,000 | −₡6,310,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₡9,043,975about ₡750,000 a month | ₡15,510,000about ₡1,290,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Provincia de Guanacaste'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 Provincia de Guanacaste 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 Provincia de Guanacaste's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Provincia de Guanacaste listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 35% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of ₡76,300 adds about ₡763,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge ₡134,000 a night or more, against a median of ₡76,300. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about ₡1,220,000 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, March brings the average listing about ₡2,120,000, against ₡707,000 in October, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Provincia de Guanacaste listings average 4.81 stars, and 31% 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 ₡1,820,000 a month, against ₡1,070,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Provincia de Guanacaste?
Provincia de Guanacaste listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Provincia Guanacaste average and in line with the Costa Rica average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 31% in September to 58% in March.
Across Provincia de Guanacaste's 29 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 73%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 35% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 21% or less, under two nights a week.
March is usually the busiest month in Provincia de Guanacaste, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 37% 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 Provincia de Guanacaste?
The average nightly rate in Provincia de Guanacaste, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₡118,706 over the past year, about 20% below the Provincia Guanacaste average of ₡149,000 and about 12% above the Costa Rica average of ₡106,000. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in January at about ₡117,000 and bottom out in August and October at about ₡95,600.
Across Provincia de Guanacaste's 29 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge ₡215,000+ a night, about 2.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge ₡134,000 or more, about ₡58,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about ₡76,300 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge ₡44,000 or less, about 58% of the median.
January rates run 23% above August's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡105,000. The 12-month ADR of ₡118,706 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 Provincia de Guanacaste?
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 Provincia de Guanacaste it averaged ₡44,900 over the past year, from about ₡22,800 in a typical October to about ₡70,600 in a typical February.
Across Provincia de Guanacaste's 29 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ₡79,600+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₡50,000 or more, about ₡9,900 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ₡40,100 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₡12,600 or less, about a third of the median.
February RevPAR is about three times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₡45,800.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Provincia de Guanacaste
With only 29 active listings, the monthly pattern in Provincia de Guanacaste is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in March and bottom out in October.
Average revenue by month in Provincia de Guanacaste
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, ₡1,390,000.
Revenue by month in Provincia de Guanacaste in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | ₡1,950,000 |
| February | ₡1,980,000 |
| March | ₡2,120,000 |
| April | ₡1,800,000 |
| May | ₡1,070,000 |
| June | ₡1,350,000 |
| July | ₡1,480,000 |
| August | ₡998,000 |
| September | ₡741,000 |
| October | ₡707,000 |
| November | ₡848,000 |
| December | ₡1,650,000 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Provincia de Guanacaste?
Guests book Provincia de Guanacaste stays 60 days ahead on average (about nine weeks). February stays are booked furthest out, about 73 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 29 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
The 12-month figure of 60 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 Provincia de Guanacaste
None of the 29 active listings in Provincia de Guanacaste display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Provincia de Guanacaste.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Provincia de Guanacaste
AirROI's area guide picks El Coco and Guanacaste National Park as the parts of Provincia de Guanacaste that draw short-term rental guests. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| El Coco | This area boasts beautiful beaches and a relaxing vibe, making it attractive for family vacations and long-term stays. It offers both adventure and leisure activities. | El Coco Beach, Water Sports, Coco Beach Clubs, Marina Papagayo, Local Markets, Nightlife |
| Guanacaste National Park | Natural beauty and biodiversity make this area perfect for eco-tourism. Visitors can enjoy activities like hiking, wildlife watching, and exploring the rich ecology. | Hiking Trails, Wildlife Viewing, Waterfalls, Camping Areas, Natural Hot Springs, Diverse Flora and Fauna |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Provincia de Guanacaste vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 10 km, Pinilla (5 km away) earned the most per listing, about 2.4 times as much as Provincia de Guanacaste. Playa Grande was the busiest, booked on 47% of nights against 37% in Provincia de Guanacaste.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villarreal 4 km | 91 | ₡8,073,298 | ₡90,874 | 34% |
| Santa Cruz 4 km | 237 | ₡8,632,981 | ₡112,339 | 31% |
| Pinilla 5 km | 120 | ₡30,611,332 | ₡260,819 | 35% |
| Tamarindo 6 km | 1,448 | ₡22,948,906 | ₡184,916 | 42% |
| Playa Avellana 7 km | 57 | ₡13,665,456 | ₡117,973 | 36% |
| Playa Langosta 8 km | 174 | ₡27,430,587 | ₡243,692 | 41% |
| Veintisiete de Abril 9 km | 399 | ₡9,029,346 | ₡116,476 | 31% |
| Playa Grande 10 km | 86 | ₡25,310,715 | ₡193,184 | 47% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Provincia Guanacaste
- Cabo Velas Airbnb data 791 listings
- Arenal Airbnb data 87 listings
- Puerto Carrillo Airbnb data 62 listings
- Tierras Morenas Airbnb data 37 listings
See all 19 Provincia Guanacaste Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Provincia de Guanacaste
Markets elsewhere in Costa Rica with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Provincia de Guanacaste:
- Bahía Ballena Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡119,635/night · 36.1%
- Quepos Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡121,727/night · 40.0%
- Savegre Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡129,972/night · 34.7%
- Cóbano Airbnb data Costa Rica · ₡136,977/night · 37.8%
FAQ
Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Provincia de Guanacaste?
An active Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb grossed ₡12,853,975 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 29 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in ₡1,830,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Provincia de Guanacaste?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Provincia de Guanacaste listings earn between ₡503,000 and ₡1,830,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₡3,250,000 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 Provincia de Guanacaste?
Listings in Provincia de Guanacaste were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 36% for the Provincia Guanacaste average. March is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Provincia de Guanacaste?
The average booked night in Provincia de Guanacaste cost ₡118,706 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₡44,000 and ₡134,000, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Provincia de Guanacaste?
None of the active Provincia de Guanacaste listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Provincia de Guanacaste?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb grossed ₡12,853,975 in the 12 months to September 2026, 19% below the Provincia Guanacaste average of ₡15,899,979, though with only 29 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, ₡9,043,975 a year (about ₡750,000 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 ₡1,290,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Provincia de Guanacaste?
March usually pays best, averaging ₡2,120,000 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 Provincia de Guanacaste?
Each night a Provincia de Guanacaste listing was open to book earned ₡44,900 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 ₡79,600 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Provincia de Guanacaste?
Provincia de Guanacaste stays were booked 60 days (about nine 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 Provincia de Guanacaste?
The average Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnb stay lasted 5.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Provincia de Guanacaste rated?
Guests rate Provincia de Guanacaste Airbnbs 4.81 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Provincia de Guanacaste?
El Coco and Guanacaste National Park draw the most short-term rental interest in Provincia de Guanacaste. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Provincia de Guanacaste?
AirROI counted 29 active Airbnb listings in Provincia de Guanacaste as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Villarreal, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Provincia de Guanacaste?
In Provincia de Guanacaste, more than six in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about ₡39,777.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 29 active Airbnb listings in Provincia de Guanacaste 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 Costa Rican colóns at ₡468 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.