Casa del Mar 5-bed villa - ocean view pool, Nyali Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- KES 14.3M
- Occupancy
- 40.9%
- Daily rate
- KES 119,764
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Mombasa, Kenya Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Mombasa brought in KES 542,313 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 29% less than the national average of KES 768,194.
The short answer
Mombasa Airbnb Market at a Glance
Mombasa is priced below the national average. Listings averaged KES 9,366 a night, about 12% less than that average of KES 10,700, and were booked on 29% of available nights, close to its 30% occupancy.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in October, usually the slowest.
With 818 active listings, Mombasa is the largest of 6 Mombasa County markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Mombasa?
Gross bookings per Mombasa listing averaged KES 542,313 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Kenya average: KES 768,194), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Mombasa listing brings in KES 130,000 in December, its best month, and KES 62,800 in October, its slowest. February runs within 5% of October, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 35% 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 5.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn KES 236,000+ a month, about 4.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn KES 122,000 or more, roughly KES 68,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about KES 54,200 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn KES 23,100 or less, about 43% 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.
December earns about twice what October does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average KES 143,000 KES 43,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, KES 82,600. 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.
Mombasa Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
December 2025 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | KES 73,563 | 28.2% | KES 9,423 | KES 2,373 | 18 days | 3.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | KES 78,942 | 33.9% | KES 9,477 | KES 2,631 | 16 days | 4.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | KES 143,101 | 41.5% | KES 10,110 | KES 4,616 | 16 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | KES 83,947 | 24.5% | KES 9,420 | KES 2,708 | 16 days | 4.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | KES 76,077 | 28.7% | KES 9,018 | KES 2,717 | 14 days | 4.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | KES 85,689 | 27.3% | KES 9,038 | KES 2,764 | 10 days | 4.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | KES 89,831 | 27.2% | KES 9,208 | KES 2,994 | 15 days | 4.4 nights |
| May 2026 | KES 88,132 | 28.4% | KES 9,089 | KES 2,843 | 14 days | 5.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | KES 101,454 | 33.9% | KES 8,889 | KES 3,382 | 17 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | KES 121,495 | 30.1% | KES 9,117 | KES 3,919 | 22 days | 5.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | KES 129,999 | 36.1% | KES 9,462 | KES 4,194 | 22 days | 4.3 nights |
| Sep 2026 | KES 99,410 | 34.4% | KES 9,092 | KES 3,314 | 13 days | 4.1 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Mombasa 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 Mombasa Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Mombasa Airbnb took in KES 542,313 in the 12 months to October 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about KES 1,216,900, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about KES 74,400 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
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.
Mombasa Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | KES 526,313 | KES 1,180,900 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Mombasa bookings | KES 16,000 | KES 36,000 |
| Gross bookings | KES 542,313 | KES 1,216,900 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 80% of Mombasa listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −KES 70,500 | −KES 158,100 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; KES 0 if you clean yourself | −KES 16,000 | −KES 36,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −KES 27,100 | −KES 60,800 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −KES 10,800 | −KES 24,300 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −KES 16,300 | −KES 36,500 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −KES 5,400 | −KES 5,400 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −KES 2,700 | −KES 2,700 |
| ManagementKES 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | KES 0 | KES 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | KES 0 | KES 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | KES 0 | KES 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −KES 148,800 | −KES 323,800 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | KES 393,513about KES 32,800 a month | KES 893,100about KES 74,400 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Mombasa Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Mombasa'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 Mombasa 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 Mombasa's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Mombasa listings are booked on 45% or more of their nights, against 26% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of KES 6,625 adds about KES 66,300 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge KES 11,500 a night or more, against a median of KES 6,625. 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 KES 52,600 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about KES 130,000, against KES 62,800 in October, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Mombasa listings average 4.62 stars, and 13% 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 KES 101,400 a month, against KES 45,200 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Mombasa?
Mombasa listings were booked on 29% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Kenya average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 42% in December and falls to 24% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 65%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 45% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 26% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 13% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Mombasa, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 30% 43% 19%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Mombasa?
The average nightly rate in Mombasa, known as ADR (average daily rate), was KES 9,366 over the past year, about 12% below the Kenya average of KES 10,700. In a typical year, rates barely change through the year, staying between about KES 8,590 and KES 9,395.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge KES 18,000+ a night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge KES 11,500 or more, about KES 4,900 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about KES 6,625 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge KES 3,830 or less, about 58% of the median.
Average nightly rate by month in Mombasa
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average KES 10,100 KES 7,760
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, KES 9,120.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Mombasa?
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 Mombasa it averaged KES 2,790 over the past year, from about KES 2,020 in a typical October to about KES 4,200 in a typical December.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn KES 6,420+ per open night, about 3.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn KES 3,350 or more, about KES 1,600 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about KES 1,750 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn KES 924 or less, about half of the median.
December RevPAR is about twice October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average KES 4,620 KES 1,390
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, KES 2,710.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Mombasa
Mombasa has two high seasons, July–August and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Mombasa
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average KES 130,000 KES 62,800
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, KES 82,600.
Revenue by month in Mombasa in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | KES 76,000 |
| February | Low season | KES 65,400 |
| March | Low season | KES 67,000 |
| April | Shoulder season | KES 76,800 |
| May | Low season | KES 65,600 |
| June | Shoulder season | KES 84,200 |
| July | High season | KES 100,000 |
| August | High season | KES 112,000 |
| September | Shoulder season | KES 78,900 |
| October | Low season | KES 62,800 |
| November | Low season | KES 72,500 |
| December | High season | KES 130,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember | KES 130,000 | 42% | KES 9,218 |
| High seasonJuly–August | KES 106,000 | 32% | KES 9,291 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, April, June, September | KES 79,000 | 29% | KES 9,176 |
| Low seasonFebruary–March, May, October–November | KES 66,700 | 28% | KES 8,981 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Mombasa?
Guests book Mombasa stays 15 days ahead on average (about two weeks), so many trips are booked close to arrival. July stays are booked furthest out, about 19 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 8 days. A typical July booking is made in late June.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 15 days 22 days 7 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Mombasa
None of the 818 active listings in Mombasa 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 Mombasa.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Mombasa
AirROI's area guide picks six Mombasa neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Nyali, Mombasa Old Town and Shanzu. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nyali | A popular beach resort area known for its scenic coastline, luxury hotels, and vibrant nightlife. Ideal for tourists looking to enjoy the beach life and various water sports. | Nyali Beach, Wild Waters, Nyali Cinemax, Mombasa Marine National Park, Bamburi Beach |
| Mombasa Old Town | Steeped in history and culture, Mombasa Old Town offers a unique experience with its narrow streets and Swahili architecture. Great for guests interested in cultural heritage. | Fort Jesus, Old Port of Mombasa, Mombasa Tusks, Swahili Culture Museum, Market Street |
| Shanzu | A growing tourist destination featuring beautiful beaches and resorts, Shanzu attracts both local and international visitors looking for a quieter place to stay. | Shanzu Beach, Bamburi Beach, Mombasa Marine National Park, Kongo River, Pirates Beach |
| Bamburi | Famous for its stunning beaches and family-friendly resorts, Bamburi is ideal for vacation rentals catering to families and groups. | Bamburi Beach, Haller Park, Mombasa Marine National Park, Mombasa Butterfly House, Nairobi Railway Museum |
| Likoni | A lesser-known area offering a more local experience, Likoni has access to beautiful beaches and is perfect for guests wanting to escape the tourist crowds. | Likoni Ferry, Maboko Island, Kivukoni Beach, Tudor Creek, Mtongwe Beach |
| Malindi | A coastal town north of Mombasa, known for its beautiful beaches and rich cultural history, making it an attractive destination for international tourists. | Malindi Marine National Park, Gedi Ruins, Malindi Beach, Lamu Island, Arabuko Sokoke Forest |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Mombasa Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Mombasa are entire homes (94%), with private rooms at 6%. Apartments and condos account for 91% of the stock; houses come next at 8%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Mombasa Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 94%
- Private room 6%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 94.3% | 771 |
| Private room | 5.7% | 47 |
Apartments dominate the property mix
Mombasa Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 91%
- House 8%
- Hotel/Boutique <1%
- Others <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 90.6% | 741 |
| House | 8.2% | 67 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 0.9% | 7 |
| Others | 0.4% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Mombasa Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Mombasa (35% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (29%). Shares are of the 755 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Mombasa entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
14%
35%
29%
18%
3%
2%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 13.5% | 102 |
| 1 bedroom | 34.8% | 263 |
| 2 bedrooms | 29.1% | 220 |
| 3 bedrooms | 17.7% | 134 |
| 4 bedrooms | 2.8% | 21 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 2.0% | 15 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Mombasa
A typical studio in Mombasa earned KES 87,000 over the past year, against KES 2,300,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 102 | KES 87,000 | KES 202,000 | KES 3,688 | 27% |
| 1 bedroom | 263 | KES 171,000 | KES 328,000 | KES 5,424 | 30% |
| 2 bedrooms | 220 | KES 332,000 | KES 575,000 | KES 10,366 | 28% |
| 3 bedrooms | 134 | KES 464,000 | KES 890,000 | KES 15,168 | 29% |
| 4 bedrooms | 21 | KES 676,000 | KES 1,300,000 | KES 22,273 | 28% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 15 | KES 2,300,000 | KES 3,430,000 | KES 49,853 | 28% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Mombasa Sleep?
Most Mombasa listings are sized for couples and small families: 68% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 10% take eight or more.
Mombasa listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
<1%
44%
4%
19%
6%
14%
3%
10%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.4% | 3 |
| 2 guests | 44.2% | 346 |
| 3 guests | 4.2% | 33 |
| 4 guests | 18.7% | 146 |
| 5 guests | 5.9% | 46 |
| 6 guests | 13.7% | 107 |
| 7 guests | 3.1% | 24 |
| 8+ guests | 9.8% | 77 |
How Mombasa Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Mombasa hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. 51% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 30
- Beds per listing
- 2.3
- Show exact location
- 51%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Mombasa Offer?
Pools are common in Mombasa: 57% of listings have one, and 94% offer free parking on site.
Share of Mombasa listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Mombasa
Listings in Mombasa with a pool view earned about 3.8 times as much a year, on average, as those without: KES 1,910,000 against KES 499,000. The gap is smaller for air conditioning (about 3.5 times as much) and an ocean view (about 3.5 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 Mombasa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool view | 3% | KES 1,910,000 | KES 499,000 | +282% |
| Air conditioning | 67% | KES 713,000 | KES 202,000 | +254% |
| Ocean view | 5% | KES 1,710,000 | KES 484,000 | +253% |
| Sun loungers | 12% | KES 1,360,000 | KES 426,000 | +218% |
| Pool | 57% | KES 763,000 | KES 245,000 | +212% |
| Waterfront | 6% | KES 1,450,000 | KES 479,000 | +203% |
| Garden view | 3% | KES 1,520,000 | KES 508,000 | +198% |
| Outdoor furniture | 20% | KES 1,140,000 | KES 395,000 | +188% |
| Gym | 15% | KES 1,210,000 | KES 428,000 | +183% |
| Patio or balcony | 30% | KES 939,000 | KES 372,000 | +152% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Mombasa?
Mombasa runs on foreign visitors: seven in ten guests who left reviews live outside Kenya. The United States sends the most guests from abroad, with 19% of reviewers, ahead of the United Kingdom at 9%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 49%, followed by Swahili and French.
70% of Mombasa guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 70%
- Domestic 30%
Where Mombasa guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Nairobi | 23.2% |
| London | 2.9% |
| Mombasa | 1.8% |
| New York | 1.7% |
Where Mombasa guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Kenya | 29.8% |
| United States | 19.5% |
| United Kingdom | 9.4% |
| Germany | 7.8% |
| France | 3.6% |
Languages spoken by Mombasa guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 48.7% |
| Swahili | 9.6% |
| French | 9.5% |
| German | 7.8% |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Mombasa?
Mombasa Airbnbs average 4.62 stars, and 13% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.61, against 4.78 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Mombasa; 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 | 4.67 |
| Cleanliness | 4.66 |
| Communication | 4.78 |
| Location | 4.63 |
| Check-in | 4.74 |
| Value | 4.61 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Mombasa: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly all Mombasa listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 4% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 46% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Mombasa listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 82%
- 181-270 days 15%
- 91-180 days 3%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 81.7% | 668 |
| 181-270 days | 15.0% | 123 |
| 91-180 days | 3.3% | 27 |
Days a year Mombasa listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 181-270 days 4%
- 91-180 days 16%
- 31-90 days 34%
- 1-30 days 46%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 3.9% | 32 |
| 91-180 days | 15.9% | 130 |
| 31-90 days | 33.7% | 276 |
| 1-30 days | 46.5% | 380 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Mombasa?
The average Mombasa booking lasts 4.9 nights, longest in May and shortest in October. Listings took about 10 bookings each over the year, some 8,460 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between noon and 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Mombasa
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.4 nights 5.2 nights 3.7 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Mombasa Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Mombasa accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Mombasa 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 Mombasa?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Mombasa, used by 56% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than three-quarters of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 20% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Mombasa listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Mombasa?
About a quarter of Mombasa listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is KES 905, and some higher fees lift the average to KES 1,337. Spread over the average stay of 4.9 nights, that adds roughly KES 185 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- KES 905
- Average cleaning fee
- KES 1,337
- Listings charging a fee
- 25.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 3.0%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Mombasa
The top-grossing Airbnb in Mombasa, a five-bedroom home, took in KES 14,300,000 over the past year, about 26 times the city's average of KES 542,000. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have two and three bedrooms.
Casa del Mar 5-bed villa - ocean view pool, Nyali Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.90 
Beachfront Penthouse:Pool+Tub+AC+Ensuite Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- KES 6.6M
- Occupancy
- 56.2%
- Daily rate
- KES 31,937
2 Villas,8BR, Pool | 2-Min Walk to the Beach Nyali Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.30 - Revenue
- KES 6.3M
- Occupancy
- 41.4%
- Daily rate
- KES 50,323
Your Coastal Oasis! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- KES 6.1M
- Occupancy
- 53.0%
- Daily rate
- KES 30,717
Semo's Aqua luxury 6BR Penthouse|360°sea views Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.73 - Revenue
- KES 5.9M
- Occupancy
- 45.6%
- Daily rate
- KES 45,245
Coastal gem with privacy - Kenzó Apartments Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- KES 5.6M
- Occupancy
- 84.0%
- Daily rate
- KES 21,204
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Mombasa?
YourHost is the top-grossing host in Mombasa, with KES 14.3 million in bookings from a single listing over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 6% of the market's 818 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YourHost | 1 | KES 14,347,716 | KES 14,347,716 | 4.90/5 | |
| Pwani Luxury Account 1 | 4 | KES 13,757,415 | KES 3,439,354 | 4.91/5 | |
| Linda | 5 | KES 12,701,569 | KES 2,540,314 | 4.61/5 | |
| 4 | Betty | 15 | KES 11,841,843 | KES 789,456 | 4.63/5 |
| 5 | Araa Homes | 5 | KES 10,552,643 | KES 2,110,529 | 4.18/5 |
| 6 | Kennedy | 6 | KES 7,649,357 | KES 1,274,893 | 4.33/5 |
| 7 | Pwani Luxury Account 2 | 3 | KES 6,957,828 | KES 2,319,276 | 4.92/5 |
| 8 | Nick | 3 | KES 6,791,442 | KES 2,263,814 | 4.79/5 |
| 9 | Joyce | 6 | KES 6,316,719 | KES 1,052,786 | 4.76/5 |
| 10 | Ranila Homes | 4 | KES 6,271,341 | KES 1,567,835 | 4.78/5 |
Account numbers mark separate host accounts that share a display name.
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Mombasa?
Fewer than 1% of Mombasa listings are classed as professionally managed. Only 26% of listings are run by Superhosts. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 80% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 26.4%
- Professional management
- 0.1%
- Cohosted listings
- 21.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 58.9%
- Simplified Pricing
- 80.0%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Mombasa
5 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Mombasa, and companies run 7% of its Airbnb homes. Jeffray is the largest, with 13 listings and an average guest rating of 4.70; the next largest are Araa Homes, Newton, Vee Homes and Homes By Wan. Among the five largest, Newton's homes rate highest, at 4.78.
The five largest run 5% of Mombasa's Airbnb homes
Share of Mombasa's Airbnb homes each company runs as host or co-host
- Jeffray 2% · 13
- Araa Homes <1% · 8
- Newton <1% · 7
- Vee Homes <1% · 6
- Homes By Wan <1% · 5
- All other listings 95%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to October 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Kenya, ranked by homes, guest rating and growth.
Nearby markets
Mombasa vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 34 km, Gombato Bongwe ward (31 km away) earned the most per listing, about three times as much as Mombasa. Diani Beach was the busiest, booked on 33% of nights against 29% in Mombasa.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadzandani ward 2 km | 42 | KES 198,577 | KES 4,087 | 25% |
| ziwa La Ng'ombe ward 4 km | 215 | KES 644,471 | KES 11,769 | 26% |
| Shanzu ward 6 km | 194 | KES 480,024 | KES 8,279 | 26% |
| Mtwapa 10 km | 66 | KES 242,145 | KES 8,618 | 25% |
| Shimo La Tewa ward 19 km | 49 | KES 328,635 | KES 9,425 | 23% |
| Junju ward 26 km | 42 | KES 1,454,293 | KES 33,403 | 19% |
| Gombato Bongwe ward 31 km | 190 | KES 1,615,896 | KES 18,619 | 32% |
| Diani Beach 34 km | 231 | KES 1,316,608 | KES 17,197 | 33% |
FAQ
Mombasa Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Mombasa?
An active Mombasa Airbnb grossed KES 542,313 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 818 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in KES 122,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Mombasa?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Mombasa listings earn between KES 23,100 and KES 122,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth KES 236,000 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 Mombasa?
Listings in Mombasa were booked on 29% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 30% for the national average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Mombasa?
The average booked night in Mombasa cost KES 9,366 before fees. Half of listings charge between KES 3,830 and KES 11,500, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Mombasa?
None of the active Mombasa 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 Mombasa?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Mombasa Airbnb grossed KES 542,313 in the 12 months to October 2026, 29% below the national average of KES 768,194, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about KES 74,400 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Mombasa?
December usually pays best, averaging KES 130,000 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 Mombasa?
Each night a Mombasa listing was open to book earned KES 2,790 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 KES 6,420 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Mombasa?
Mombasa stays were booked 15 days (about two weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Mombasa?
The average Mombasa Airbnb stay lasted 4.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 10 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Mombasa rated?
Guests rate Mombasa Airbnbs 4.62 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Mombasa?
Nyali, Mombasa Old Town and Shanzu draw the most short-term rental interest in Mombasa. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Mombasa?
AirROI counted 818 active Airbnb listings in Mombasa as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Kadzandani ward, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Mombasa?
In Mombasa, about a quarter of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is KES 905, and some higher fees lift the average to KES 1,337.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 818 active Airbnb listings in Mombasa from November 2025 to October 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 Kenyan shillings at KES 129 per US$, the typical rate from November 2025 to October 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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