Top 100 Best Places in India to Invest in Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals (2025)

Source: AirROI

Last updated: 2025-07-01

Unlock high-ROI opportunities in India‘s booming short-term rental (STR) market. This 2025 Airbnb investment guide from AirROI leverages cutting-edge Airbnb data analytics to pinpoint the most profitable cities for Airbnb and vacation rental entrepreneurs. Whether you’re scaling your portfolio or making your first STR investment, discover markets with strong rental demand, high revenue potential, and favorable regulations. We are committed to providing trustworthy insights based on comprehensive market analysis, and you can learn more about our rigorous approach to data accuracy.

Our STR market analysis dives deep into key performance indicators like monthly revenue, average daily rates (ADR), occupancy trends, property counts, and regulatory landscapes across India. We go beyond simple rankings to provide the context you need for informed investment decisions using reliable Airbnb data.

Explore the data-driven insights below to identify the premier short-term rental investment hotspots and high ROI Airbnb markets in India for 2025.

Top Short-Term Rental Markets in India

Rank:#1Market:BengaluruCountry:IndiaProperties:3,131Monthly Revenue:$238.09Daily Rate (ADR):$36.31Occupancy:34.63%Regulation:Low
Rank:#2Market:MumbaiCountry:IndiaProperties:2,308Monthly Revenue:$582.40Daily Rate (ADR):$70.17Occupancy:38.35%Regulation:Low
Rank:#3Market:New DelhiCountry:IndiaProperties:1,946Monthly Revenue:$406.31Daily Rate (ADR):$54.19Occupancy:34.42%Regulation:Low
Rank:#4Market:Jaipur Municipal CorporationCountry:IndiaProperties:1,270Monthly Revenue:$278.30Daily Rate (ADR):$56.70Occupancy:25.90%Regulation:Low
Rank:#5Market:HyderabadCountry:IndiaProperties:1,234Monthly Revenue:$283.30Daily Rate (ADR):$44.72Occupancy:31.43%Regulation:Low
Rank:#6Market:CandolimCountry:IndiaProperties:994Monthly Revenue:$676.75Daily Rate (ADR):$89.90Occupancy:34.23%Regulation:Low
Rank:#7Market:GurugramCountry:IndiaProperties:971Monthly Revenue:$364.26Daily Rate (ADR):$70.50Occupancy:26.04%Regulation:Low
Rank:#8Market:PuneCountry:IndiaProperties:911Monthly Revenue:$258.56Daily Rate (ADR):$39.43Occupancy:33.20%Regulation:Low
Rank:#9Market:ChennaiCountry:IndiaProperties:864Monthly Revenue:$356.50Daily Rate (ADR):$50.85Occupancy:36.47%Regulation:Low
Rank:#10Market:VaranasiCountry:IndiaProperties:648Monthly Revenue:$294.93Daily Rate (ADR):$47.05Occupancy:32.06%Regulation:Low
Rank:#11Market:CalanguteCountry:IndiaProperties:635Monthly Revenue:$651.13Daily Rate (ADR):$101.87Occupancy:33.14%Regulation:Low
Rank:#12Market:KolkataCountry:IndiaProperties:624Monthly Revenue:$315.37Daily Rate (ADR):$39.37Occupancy:36.47%Regulation:Low
Rank:#13Market:DadriCountry:IndiaProperties:622Monthly Revenue:$230.34Daily Rate (ADR):$42.16Occupancy:27.73%Regulation:Low
Rank:#14Market:DehradunCountry:IndiaProperties:604Monthly Revenue:$200.12Daily Rate (ADR):$44.09Occupancy:24.53%Regulation:Low
Rank:#15Market:UdaipurCountry:IndiaProperties:534Monthly Revenue:$373.65Daily Rate (ADR):$81.72Occupancy:24.10%Regulation:Low
Rank:#16Market:Gurugram DistrictCountry:IndiaProperties:502Monthly Revenue:$330.86Daily Rate (ADR):$76.84Occupancy:26.33%Regulation:Low
Rank:#17Market:RishikeshCountry:IndiaProperties:492Monthly Revenue:$241.27Daily Rate (ADR):$51.90Occupancy:26.28%Regulation:Low
Rank:#18Market:PuducherryCountry:IndiaProperties:491Monthly Revenue:$437.73Daily Rate (ADR):$64.09Occupancy:30.12%Regulation:Low
Rank:#19Market:LonavalaCountry:IndiaProperties:444Monthly Revenue:$1150.86Daily Rate (ADR):$238.48Occupancy:21.53%Regulation:Low
Rank:#20Market:ArporaCountry:IndiaProperties:422Monthly Revenue:$722.17Daily Rate (ADR):$102.38Occupancy:33.83%Regulation:Low
Rank:#21Market:MysuruCountry:IndiaProperties:416Monthly Revenue:$208.58Daily Rate (ADR):$39.85Occupancy:26.65%Regulation:Low
Rank:#22Market:GuwahatiCountry:IndiaProperties:372Monthly Revenue:$122.46Daily Rate (ADR):$24.00Occupancy:25.08%Regulation:Low
Rank:#23Market:BademCountry:IndiaProperties:332Monthly Revenue:$1512.48Daily Rate (ADR):$198.86Occupancy:34.73%Regulation:Low
Rank:#24Market:ShimlaCountry:IndiaProperties:323Monthly Revenue:$383.89Daily Rate (ADR):$102.26Occupancy:22.01%Regulation:Low
Rank:#25Market:ErnakulamCountry:IndiaProperties:319Monthly Revenue:$340.40Daily Rate (ADR):$48.10Occupancy:31.16%Regulation:Low
Rank:#26Market:DispurCountry:IndiaProperties:317Monthly Revenue:$118.86Daily Rate (ADR):$26.77Occupancy:24.83%Regulation:Low
Rank:#27Market:ThiruvananthapuramCountry:IndiaProperties:309Monthly Revenue:$244.13Daily Rate (ADR):$43.66Occupancy:29.69%Regulation:Low
Rank:#28Market:BagaCountry:IndiaProperties:302Monthly Revenue:$1019.98Daily Rate (ADR):$110.77Occupancy:34.51%Regulation:Low
Rank:#29Market:KodaikanalCountry:IndiaProperties:298Monthly Revenue:$501.93Daily Rate (ADR):$104.95Occupancy:23.96%Regulation:Low
Rank:#30Market:LucknowCountry:IndiaProperties:278Monthly Revenue:$262.54Daily Rate (ADR):$49.95Occupancy:26.17%Regulation:Low
Rank:#31Market:AssagaoCountry:IndiaProperties:266Monthly Revenue:$1404.80Daily Rate (ADR):$193.29Occupancy:34.05%Regulation:Low
Rank:#32Market:AnjunaCountry:IndiaProperties:258Monthly Revenue:$833.32Daily Rate (ADR):$113.94Occupancy:31.65%Regulation:Low
Rank:#33Market:SrinagarCountry:IndiaProperties:254Monthly Revenue:$463.72Daily Rate (ADR):$104.34Occupancy:25.47%Regulation:Low
Rank:#34Market:PanajiCountry:IndiaProperties:246Monthly Revenue:$453.24Daily Rate (ADR):$65.65Occupancy:31.01%Regulation:Low
Rank:#35Market:KochiCountry:IndiaProperties:241Monthly Revenue:$190.33Daily Rate (ADR):$40.38Occupancy:25.58%Regulation:Low
Rank:#36Market:VythiriCountry:IndiaProperties:235Monthly Revenue:$375.00Daily Rate (ADR):$86.70Occupancy:20.38%Regulation:Low
Rank:#37Market:ShillongCountry:IndiaProperties:230Monthly Revenue:$297.13Daily Rate (ADR):$47.78Occupancy:30.13%Regulation:Low
Rank:#38Market:DelhiCountry:IndiaProperties:228Monthly Revenue:$267.10Daily Rate (ADR):$41.25Occupancy:31.27%Regulation:Low
Rank:#39Market:MorjimCountry:IndiaProperties:227Monthly Revenue:$423.23Daily Rate (ADR):$76.62Occupancy:27.93%Regulation:Low
Rank:#40Market:MadikeriCountry:IndiaProperties:215Monthly Revenue:$356.59Daily Rate (ADR):$62.72Occupancy:24.35%Regulation:Low
Rank:#41Market:BenaulimCountry:IndiaProperties:207Monthly Revenue:$510.85Daily Rate (ADR):$65.29Occupancy:39.05%Regulation:Low
Rank:#42Market:UdhagamandalamCountry:IndiaProperties:207Monthly Revenue:$508.68Daily Rate (ADR):$92.52Occupancy:24.07%Regulation:Low
Rank:#43Market:VagatorCountry:IndiaProperties:204Monthly Revenue:$1063.63Daily Rate (ADR):$152.60Occupancy:33.60%Regulation:Low
Rank:#44Market:ManaliCountry:IndiaProperties:204Monthly Revenue:$292.60Daily Rate (ADR):$68.01Occupancy:22.65%Regulation:Low
Rank:#45Market:JibhiCountry:IndiaProperties:201Monthly Revenue:$275.31Daily Rate (ADR):$60.85Occupancy:22.84%Regulation:Low
Rank:#46Market:VarkalaCountry:IndiaProperties:196Monthly Revenue:$408.53Daily Rate (ADR):$63.55Occupancy:30.41%Regulation:Low
Rank:#47Market:DarjeelingCountry:IndiaProperties:194Monthly Revenue:$205.36Daily Rate (ADR):$40.82Occupancy:25.92%Regulation:Low
Rank:#48Market:BidhannagarCountry:IndiaProperties:192Monthly Revenue:$240.58Daily Rate (ADR):$33.32Occupancy:33.99%Regulation:Low
Rank:#49Market:IndoreCountry:IndiaProperties:191Monthly Revenue:$216.38Daily Rate (ADR):$41.77Occupancy:26.29%Regulation:Low
Rank:#50Market:OxelCountry:IndiaProperties:190Monthly Revenue:$829.03Daily Rate (ADR):$87.13Occupancy:40.56%Regulation:Low
Rank:#51Market:NashikCountry:IndiaProperties:190Monthly Revenue:$451.74Daily Rate (ADR):$106.39Occupancy:23.19%Regulation:Low
Rank:#52Market:JodhpurCountry:IndiaProperties:184Monthly Revenue:$257.74Daily Rate (ADR):$59.47Occupancy:25.39%Regulation:Low
Rank:#53Market:PuriCountry:IndiaProperties:182Monthly Revenue:$254.22Daily Rate (ADR):$34.97Occupancy:33.74%Regulation:Low
Rank:#54Market:DharamshalaCountry:IndiaProperties:180Monthly Revenue:$242.23Daily Rate (ADR):$50.29Occupancy:24.50%Regulation:Low
Rank:#55Market:PanchganiCountry:IndiaProperties:173Monthly Revenue:$629.80Daily Rate (ADR):$151.85Occupancy:21.12%Regulation:Low
Rank:#56Market:AgraCountry:IndiaProperties:168Monthly Revenue:$222.43Daily Rate (ADR):$49.29Occupancy:22.32%Regulation:Low
Rank:#57Market:MapusaCountry:IndiaProperties:166Monthly Revenue:$987.46Daily Rate (ADR):$155.47Occupancy:32.19%Regulation:Low
Rank:#58Market:GangtokCountry:IndiaProperties:164Monthly Revenue:$211.36Daily Rate (ADR):$46.27Occupancy:24.17%Regulation:Low
Rank:#59Market:New TownCountry:IndiaProperties:160Monthly Revenue:$280.69Daily Rate (ADR):$56.87Occupancy:26.31%Regulation:Low
Rank:#60Market:ShahdaraCountry:IndiaProperties:159Monthly Revenue:$119.82Daily Rate (ADR):$32.41Occupancy:23.80%Regulation:Low
Rank:#61Market:ColvaCountry:IndiaProperties:154Monthly Revenue:$598.29Daily Rate (ADR):$64.64Occupancy:37.87%Regulation:Low
Rank:#62Market:Bhubaneswar Municipal CorporationCountry:IndiaProperties:153Monthly Revenue:$184.43Daily Rate (ADR):$33.12Occupancy:29.70%Regulation:Low
Rank:#63Market:MandremCountry:IndiaProperties:152Monthly Revenue:$341.61Daily Rate (ADR):$81.81Occupancy:32.08%Regulation:Low
Rank:#64Market:AmritsarCountry:IndiaProperties:152Monthly Revenue:$247.59Daily Rate (ADR):$49.98Occupancy:24.59%Regulation:Low
Rank:#65Market:AhmedabadCountry:IndiaProperties:151Monthly Revenue:$324.67Daily Rate (ADR):$62.00Occupancy:32.06%Regulation:Low
Rank:#66Market:ArambolCountry:IndiaProperties:150Monthly Revenue:$212.39Daily Rate (ADR):$56.09Occupancy:28.23%Regulation:Low
Rank:#67Market:MarnaCountry:IndiaProperties:143Monthly Revenue:$1322.82Daily Rate (ADR):$192.50Occupancy:33.20%Regulation:Low
Rank:#68Market:TiruporurCountry:IndiaProperties:141Monthly Revenue:$809.40Daily Rate (ADR):$136.43Occupancy:27.31%Regulation:Low
Rank:#69Market:BhopalCountry:IndiaProperties:139Monthly Revenue:$122.89Daily Rate (ADR):$30.75Occupancy:25.46%Regulation:Low
Rank:#70Market:VisakhapatnamCountry:IndiaProperties:136Monthly Revenue:$214.86Daily Rate (ADR):$41.06Occupancy:27.21%Regulation:Low
Rank:#71Market:Greater NoidaCountry:IndiaProperties:135Monthly Revenue:$289.75Daily Rate (ADR):$85.66Occupancy:22.98%Regulation:Low
Rank:#72Market:TungarliCountry:IndiaProperties:134Monthly Revenue:$829.62Daily Rate (ADR):$161.14Occupancy:22.92%Regulation:Low
Rank:#73Market:AlappuzhaCountry:IndiaProperties:128Monthly Revenue:$353.85Daily Rate (ADR):$79.92Occupancy:22.66%Regulation:Low
Rank:#74Market:ChandigarhCountry:IndiaProperties:123Monthly Revenue:$323.69Daily Rate (ADR):$48.07Occupancy:29.17%Regulation:Low
Rank:#75Market:MussoorieCountry:IndiaProperties:123Monthly Revenue:$521.50Daily Rate (ADR):$100.78Occupancy:24.42%Regulation:Low
Rank:#76Market:CoimbatoreCountry:IndiaProperties:122Monthly Revenue:$212.71Daily Rate (ADR):$41.44Occupancy:28.93%Regulation:Low
Rank:#77Market:NainitalCountry:IndiaProperties:122Monthly Revenue:$495.39Daily Rate (ADR):$101.81Occupancy:24.73%Regulation:Low
Rank:#78Market:FatradeCountry:IndiaProperties:120Monthly Revenue:$603.17Daily Rate (ADR):$77.52Occupancy:35.61%Regulation:Low
Rank:#79Market:GhaziabadCountry:IndiaProperties:117Monthly Revenue:$166.32Daily Rate (ADR):$30.86Occupancy:25.38%Regulation:Low
Rank:#80Market:KolambCountry:IndiaProperties:116Monthly Revenue:$367.91Daily Rate (ADR):$67.03Occupancy:34.86%Regulation:Low
Rank:#81Market:NagoaCountry:IndiaProperties:116Monthly Revenue:$1306.79Daily Rate (ADR):$208.06Occupancy:29.50%Regulation:Low
Rank:#82Market:NagpurCountry:IndiaProperties:116Monthly Revenue:$198.78Daily Rate (ADR):$29.31Occupancy:30.33%Regulation:Low
Rank:#83Market:ThaneCountry:IndiaProperties:112Monthly Revenue:$411.83Daily Rate (ADR):$48.79Occupancy:38.28%Regulation:Low
Rank:#84Market:Navi MumbaiCountry:IndiaProperties:109Monthly Revenue:$246.33Daily Rate (ADR):$47.35Occupancy:25.18%Regulation:Low
Rank:#85Market:UjjainCountry:IndiaProperties:106Monthly Revenue:$187.20Daily Rate (ADR):$35.39Occupancy:24.92%Regulation:Low
Rank:#86Market:AlibagCountry:IndiaProperties:105Monthly Revenue:$863.57Daily Rate (ADR):$154.74Occupancy:23.91%Regulation:Low
Rank:#87Market:JaisalmerCountry:IndiaProperties:104Monthly Revenue:$152.75Daily Rate (ADR):$54.35Occupancy:21.07%Regulation:Low
Rank:#88Market:MangaluruCountry:IndiaProperties:102Monthly Revenue:$282.94Daily Rate (ADR):$42.16Occupancy:33.48%Regulation:Low
Rank:#89Market:AgondaCountry:IndiaProperties:99Monthly Revenue:$310.62Daily Rate (ADR):$48.15Occupancy:32.08%Regulation:Low
Rank:#90Market:DabolimCountry:IndiaProperties:99Monthly Revenue:$445.96Daily Rate (ADR):$62.11Occupancy:36.24%Regulation:Low
Rank:#91Market:GarhiCountry:IndiaProperties:99Monthly Revenue:$106.16Daily Rate (ADR):$32.11Occupancy:22.80%Regulation:Low
Rank:#92Market:TiruvannamalaiCountry:IndiaProperties:98Monthly Revenue:$206.37Daily Rate (ADR):$28.18Occupancy:36.76%Regulation:Low
Rank:#93Market:KottakuppamCountry:IndiaProperties:97Monthly Revenue:$305.22Daily Rate (ADR):$55.27Occupancy:27.61%Regulation:Low
Rank:#94Market:VarcaCountry:IndiaProperties:96Monthly Revenue:$468.55Daily Rate (ADR):$58.12Occupancy:36.59%Regulation:Low
Rank:#95Market:MajordaCountry:IndiaProperties:95Monthly Revenue:$435.32Daily Rate (ADR):$61.41Occupancy:32.66%Regulation:Low
Rank:#96Market:SangoldaCountry:IndiaProperties:95Monthly Revenue:$924.63Daily Rate (ADR):$141.50Occupancy:34.72%Regulation:Low
Rank:#97Market:BangaloreCountry:IndiaProperties:93Monthly Revenue:$240.66Daily Rate (ADR):$30.25Occupancy:35.73%Regulation:Low
Rank:#98Market:Reis MagosCountry:IndiaProperties:92Monthly Revenue:$1103.75Daily Rate (ADR):$143.17Occupancy:30.74%Regulation:Low
Rank:#99Market:SinquerimCountry:IndiaProperties:92Monthly Revenue:$1447.44Daily Rate (ADR):$147.65Occupancy:38.61%Regulation:Low
Rank:#100Market:FaguCountry:IndiaProperties:92Monthly Revenue:$271.61Daily Rate (ADR):$75.16Occupancy:17.61%Regulation:Low

Our Data-Driven Methodology for STR Market Analysis

At AirROI, our market rankings and insights are powered by a robust methodology combining comprehensive Airbnb data collection with sophisticated STR analytics techniques. We strive to provide the most accurate and actionable intelligence for short-term rental investors.

Data Collection & Scope

  • Global Coverage: We aggregate STR data from tens of millions of active short-term rental listings across platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo worldwide.
  • Real-Time Metrics: Our systems track key performance indicators (KPIs) daily, including booking rates, nightly pricing (ADR), occupancy rates, and revenue.
  • Regulatory Monitoring: We actively monitor and incorporate local short-term rental regulations, licensing requirements, and tax obligations into our market analysis.

Analysis & Ranking

  • Proprietary Algorithms: AI and machine learning models analyze booking patterns, predict seasonal demand shifts, and identify emerging market trends in the STR space.
  • Key Metric Evaluation: We evaluate markets based on a weighted combination of critical investment factors using our extensive Airbnb analytics:
    • Revenue Potential: Average Monthly Revenue and Average Daily Rate (ADR).
    • Market Demand: Occupancy Rate and booking lead times.
    • Investment Scale: Number of active properties and market growth trends.
    • Regulatory Environment: Assessed impact of local STR regulations on operational feasibility and profitability.
  • Benchmarking: Performance is benchmarked against regional and global averages to provide context for vacation rental investment potential.

Key Metrics Explained

  • Properties: The count of active short-term rental listings in the market.
  • Monthly Revenue: Average revenue generated per property per month, a key indicator for Airbnb profitability.
  • Daily Rate (ADR): Average nightly booking price.
  • Occupancy: Percentage of nights booked out of total available nights, crucial for understanding STR demand.
  • Regulation: An indicator of the local regulatory climate impacting Airbnb investment.

This rigorous approach ensures our recommendations are based on real-world performance Airbnb data and forward-looking market analysis, empowering you to invest smarter in the vacation rental market.

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