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

Source: AirROI

Last updated: 2025-07-01

Unlock high-ROI opportunities in New Zealand‘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 New Zealand. 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 New Zealand for 2025.

Top Short-Term Rental Markets in New Zealand

Rank:#1Market:QueenstownCountry:New ZealandProperties:2,166Monthly Revenue:$4755.50Daily Rate (ADR):$353.43Occupancy:55.14%Regulation:Low
Rank:#2Market:ChristchurchCountry:New ZealandProperties:1,975Monthly Revenue:$1536.73Daily Rate (ADR):$120.01Occupancy:51.76%Regulation:Low
Rank:#3Market:WaitematāCountry:New ZealandProperties:1,773Monthly Revenue:$1686.09Daily Rate (ADR):$148.14Occupancy:50.75%Regulation:Low
Rank:#4Market:TaurangaCountry:New ZealandProperties:1,335Monthly Revenue:$1610.57Daily Rate (ADR):$201.04Occupancy:41.09%Regulation:Low
Rank:#5Market:WellingtonCountry:New ZealandProperties:1,139Monthly Revenue:$1376.82Daily Rate (ADR):$122.86Occupancy:46.41%Regulation:Low
Rank:#6Market:WānakaCountry:New ZealandProperties:1,060Monthly Revenue:$2830.63Daily Rate (ADR):$289.42Occupancy:45.99%Regulation:Low
Rank:#7Market:TaupōCountry:New ZealandProperties:1,012Monthly Revenue:$2210.42Daily Rate (ADR):$219.33Occupancy:43.94%Regulation:Low
Rank:#8Market:Bay of Islands-Whangaroa CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:796Monthly Revenue:$1631.06Daily Rate (ADR):$217.57Occupancy:38.18%Regulation:Low
Rank:#9Market:RotoruaCountry:New ZealandProperties:685Monthly Revenue:$2070.43Daily Rate (ADR):$164.72Occupancy:49.36%Regulation:Low
Rank:#10Market:WaihekeCountry:New ZealandProperties:622Monthly Revenue:$2520.66Daily Rate (ADR):$346.75Occupancy:34.99%Regulation:Low
Rank:#11Market:DunedinCountry:New ZealandProperties:593Monthly Revenue:$1472.24Daily Rate (ADR):$129.77Occupancy:47.11%Regulation:Low
Rank:#12Market:RodneyCountry:New ZealandProperties:572Monthly Revenue:$1540.21Daily Rate (ADR):$217.53Occupancy:34.51%Regulation:Low
Rank:#13Market:HamiltonCountry:New ZealandProperties:564Monthly Revenue:$1313.90Daily Rate (ADR):$119.04Occupancy:44.05%Regulation:Low
Rank:#14Market:NelsonCountry:New ZealandProperties:525Monthly Revenue:$1513.31Daily Rate (ADR):$171.85Occupancy:45.32%Regulation:Low
Rank:#15Market:NapierCountry:New ZealandProperties:499Monthly Revenue:$1454.98Daily Rate (ADR):$166.78Occupancy:42.05%Regulation:Low
Rank:#16Market:Albert-EdenCountry:New ZealandProperties:475Monthly Revenue:$1171.22Daily Rate (ADR):$134.87Occupancy:43.25%Regulation:Low
Rank:#17Market:New PlymouthCountry:New ZealandProperties:470Monthly Revenue:$1311.12Daily Rate (ADR):$142.98Occupancy:41.36%Regulation:Low
Rank:#18Market:Hibiscus and BaysCountry:New ZealandProperties:430Monthly Revenue:$1331.58Daily Rate (ADR):$157.85Occupancy:41.20%Regulation:Low
Rank:#19Market:RaglanCountry:New ZealandProperties:402Monthly Revenue:$1691.17Daily Rate (ADR):$180.69Occupancy:42.24%Regulation:Low
Rank:#20Market:Lake TekapoCountry:New ZealandProperties:397Monthly Revenue:$4980.97Daily Rate (ADR):$297.80Occupancy:60.98%Regulation:Low
Rank:#21Market:ŌrākeiCountry:New ZealandProperties:366Monthly Revenue:$1533.30Daily Rate (ADR):$157.80Occupancy:46.01%Regulation:Low
Rank:#22Market:Fiordland CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:360Monthly Revenue:$2370.13Daily Rate (ADR):$167.88Occupancy:56.31%Regulation:Low
Rank:#23Market:Te Hiku CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:350Monthly Revenue:$1151.48Daily Rate (ADR):$158.78Occupancy:35.76%Regulation:Low
Rank:#24Market:Devonport-TakapunaCountry:New ZealandProperties:328Monthly Revenue:$1362.30Daily Rate (ADR):$162.68Occupancy:44.31%Regulation:Low
Rank:#25Market:Banks Peninsula CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:326Monthly Revenue:$1555.60Daily Rate (ADR):$163.07Occupancy:41.03%Regulation:Low
Rank:#26Market:HowickCountry:New ZealandProperties:307Monthly Revenue:$1173.41Daily Rate (ADR):$123.64Occupancy:41.41%Regulation:Low
Rank:#27Market:OhakuneCountry:New ZealandProperties:306Monthly Revenue:$1067.26Daily Rate (ADR):$199.57Occupancy:25.75%Regulation:Low
Rank:#28Market:KaikōuraCountry:New ZealandProperties:288Monthly Revenue:$1928.68Daily Rate (ADR):$189.72Occupancy:42.11%Regulation:Low
Rank:#29Market:TwizelCountry:New ZealandProperties:278Monthly Revenue:$2256.46Daily Rate (ADR):$181.43Occupancy:49.04%Regulation:Low
Rank:#30Market:Hanmer SpringsCountry:New ZealandProperties:277Monthly Revenue:$2164.36Daily Rate (ADR):$261.87Occupancy:34.12%Regulation:Low
Rank:#31Market:FranklinCountry:New ZealandProperties:265Monthly Revenue:$1395.77Daily Rate (ADR):$167.69Occupancy:38.40%Regulation:Low
Rank:#32Market:KaipātikiCountry:New ZealandProperties:259Monthly Revenue:$974.32Daily Rate (ADR):$115.96Occupancy:42.85%Regulation:Low
Rank:#33Market:GisborneCountry:New ZealandProperties:249Monthly Revenue:$1411.21Daily Rate (ADR):$192.13Occupancy:38.71%Regulation:Low
Rank:#34Market:Lower HuttCountry:New ZealandProperties:241Monthly Revenue:$1129.87Daily Rate (ADR):$110.20Occupancy:46.78%Regulation:Low
Rank:#35Market:Martinborough CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:241Monthly Revenue:$1839.35Daily Rate (ADR):$193.67Occupancy:37.49%Regulation:Low
Rank:#36Market:PapamoaCountry:New ZealandProperties:240Monthly Revenue:$1864.70Daily Rate (ADR):$227.88Occupancy:41.42%Regulation:Low
Rank:#37Market:Havelock NorthCountry:New ZealandProperties:222Monthly Revenue:$1957.47Daily Rate (ADR):$235.14Occupancy:41.79%Regulation:Low
Rank:#38Market:Waitākere RangesCountry:New ZealandProperties:221Monthly Revenue:$1212.89Daily Rate (ADR):$130.57Occupancy:39.43%Regulation:Low
Rank:#39Market:WhitiangaCountry:New ZealandProperties:217Monthly Revenue:$1465.42Daily Rate (ADR):$208.86Occupancy:36.21%Regulation:Low
Rank:#40Market:Cromwell CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:212Monthly Revenue:$1508.85Daily Rate (ADR):$196.90Occupancy:41.34%Regulation:Low
Rank:#41Market:WhangamatāCountry:New ZealandProperties:205Monthly Revenue:$1307.43Daily Rate (ADR):$218.65Occupancy:33.54%Regulation:Low
Rank:#42Market:Mangawhai HeadsCountry:New ZealandProperties:193Monthly Revenue:$1681.03Daily Rate (ADR):$226.47Occupancy:35.44%Regulation:Low
Rank:#43Market:WhangāreiCountry:New ZealandProperties:193Monthly Revenue:$1213.93Daily Rate (ADR):$119.53Occupancy:44.08%Regulation:Low
Rank:#44Market:Jacks PointCountry:New ZealandProperties:184Monthly Revenue:$2533.34Daily Rate (ADR):$294.08Occupancy:50.09%Regulation:Low
Rank:#45Market:ArrowtownCountry:New ZealandProperties:183Monthly Revenue:$2870.17Daily Rate (ADR):$314.58Occupancy:45.99%Regulation:Low
Rank:#46Market:HastingsCountry:New ZealandProperties:181Monthly Revenue:$1541.27Daily Rate (ADR):$168.49Occupancy:41.56%Regulation:Low
Rank:#47Market:Palmerston NorthCountry:New ZealandProperties:175Monthly Revenue:$1188.22Daily Rate (ADR):$96.68Occupancy:47.46%Regulation:Low
Rank:#48Market:Maungakiekie-TāmakiCountry:New ZealandProperties:173Monthly Revenue:$1152.56Daily Rate (ADR):$102.25Occupancy:46.89%Regulation:Low
Rank:#49Market:Upper HarbourCountry:New ZealandProperties:172Monthly Revenue:$893.14Daily Rate (ADR):$105.24Occupancy:39.66%Regulation:Low
Rank:#50Market:CambridgeCountry:New ZealandProperties:171Monthly Revenue:$1515.81Daily Rate (ADR):$157.34Occupancy:42.60%Regulation:Low
Rank:#51Market:Henderson-MasseyCountry:New ZealandProperties:166Monthly Revenue:$865.80Daily Rate (ADR):$122.41Occupancy:42.24%Regulation:Low
Rank:#52Market:Vincent CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:161Monthly Revenue:$1155.34Daily Rate (ADR):$139.64Occupancy:37.13%Regulation:Low
Rank:#53Market:MastertonCountry:New ZealandProperties:153Monthly Revenue:$1243.53Daily Rate (ADR):$141.75Occupancy:37.48%Regulation:Low
Rank:#54Market:WhanganuiCountry:New ZealandProperties:149Monthly Revenue:$1220.23Daily Rate (ADR):$105.22Occupancy:44.18%Regulation:Low
Rank:#55Market:BlenheimCountry:New ZealandProperties:142Monthly Revenue:$1484.98Daily Rate (ADR):$137.54Occupancy:45.82%Regulation:Low
Rank:#56Market:Invercargill CityCountry:New ZealandProperties:141Monthly Revenue:$1167.93Daily Rate (ADR):$104.23Occupancy:44.15%Regulation:Low
Rank:#57Market:PuketāpapaCountry:New ZealandProperties:139Monthly Revenue:$977.48Daily Rate (ADR):$135.33Occupancy:39.76%Regulation:Low
Rank:#58Market:Waihi BeachCountry:New ZealandProperties:138Monthly Revenue:$1744.37Daily Rate (ADR):$235.29Occupancy:37.95%Regulation:Low
Rank:#59Market:ParaparaumuCountry:New ZealandProperties:137Monthly Revenue:$1354.15Daily Rate (ADR):$154.07Occupancy:39.30%Regulation:Low
Rank:#60Market:WhauCountry:New ZealandProperties:129Monthly Revenue:$904.91Daily Rate (ADR):$99.37Occupancy:43.36%Regulation:Low
Rank:#61Market:Albert TownCountry:New ZealandProperties:128Monthly Revenue:$1837.43Daily Rate (ADR):$185.64Occupancy:48.53%Regulation:Low
Rank:#62Market:PoriruaCountry:New ZealandProperties:126Monthly Revenue:$1187.40Daily Rate (ADR):$118.92Occupancy:41.53%Regulation:Low
Rank:#63Market:TairuaCountry:New ZealandProperties:118Monthly Revenue:$1120.53Daily Rate (ADR):$209.24Occupancy:34.08%Regulation:Low
Rank:#64Market:ŌhopeCountry:New ZealandProperties:117Monthly Revenue:$1411.13Daily Rate (ADR):$197.89Occupancy:37.62%Regulation:Low
Rank:#65Market:Lake HāweaCountry:New ZealandProperties:116Monthly Revenue:$1940.77Daily Rate (ADR):$207.52Occupancy:50.05%Regulation:Low
Rank:#66Market:Kaikohe-Hokianga CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:115Monthly Revenue:$874.85Daily Rate (ADR):$109.81Occupancy:34.45%Regulation:Low
Rank:#67Market:MangawhaiCountry:New ZealandProperties:108Monthly Revenue:$1768.25Daily Rate (ADR):$259.29Occupancy:33.96%Regulation:Low
Rank:#68Market:Greytown CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:108Monthly Revenue:$1390.66Daily Rate (ADR):$152.77Occupancy:36.21%Regulation:Low
Rank:#69Market:HaheiCountry:New ZealandProperties:106Monthly Revenue:$2354.88Daily Rate (ADR):$272.08Occupancy:40.64%Regulation:Low
Rank:#70Market:PictonCountry:New ZealandProperties:105Monthly Revenue:$1873.43Daily Rate (ADR):$168.92Occupancy:46.77%Regulation:Low
Rank:#71Market:MethvenCountry:New ZealandProperties:102Monthly Revenue:$1487.67Daily Rate (ADR):$171.38Occupancy:37.22%Regulation:Low
Rank:#72Market:TūrangiCountry:New ZealandProperties:102Monthly Revenue:$1210.78Daily Rate (ADR):$153.62Occupancy:37.40%Regulation:Low
Rank:#73Market:Cooks BeachCountry:New ZealandProperties:100Monthly Revenue:$1416.95Daily Rate (ADR):$207.39Occupancy:37.50%Regulation:Low
Rank:#74Market:Māngere-ŌtāhuhuCountry:New ZealandProperties:99Monthly Revenue:$1167.65Daily Rate (ADR):$108.00Occupancy:44.34%Regulation:Low
Rank:#75Market:CoromandelCountry:New ZealandProperties:96Monthly Revenue:$1251.88Daily Rate (ADR):$150.48Occupancy:37.35%Regulation:Low
Rank:#76Market:OamaruCountry:New ZealandProperties:95Monthly Revenue:$1478.28Daily Rate (ADR):$121.05Occupancy:46.97%Regulation:Low
Rank:#77Market:PauanuiCountry:New ZealandProperties:94Monthly Revenue:$1089.43Daily Rate (ADR):$293.81Occupancy:25.86%Regulation:Low
Rank:#78Market:KaiteriteriCountry:New ZealandProperties:93Monthly Revenue:$1760.46Daily Rate (ADR):$278.82Occupancy:36.96%Regulation:Low
Rank:#79Market:KinlochCountry:New ZealandProperties:93Monthly Revenue:$1940.50Daily Rate (ADR):$259.12Occupancy:39.47%Regulation:Low
Rank:#80Market:Upper HuttCountry:New ZealandProperties:86Monthly Revenue:$917.10Daily Rate (ADR):$90.58Occupancy:44.87%Regulation:Low
Rank:#81Market:Ōtara-PapatoetoeCountry:New ZealandProperties:85Monthly Revenue:$726.15Daily Rate (ADR):$99.72Occupancy:35.46%Regulation:Low
Rank:#82Market:TamahereCountry:New ZealandProperties:83Monthly Revenue:$1627.49Daily Rate (ADR):$183.28Occupancy:40.00%Regulation:Low
Rank:#83Market:Aotea Great BarrierCountry:New ZealandProperties:82Monthly Revenue:$1258.81Daily Rate (ADR):$196.78Occupancy:31.66%Regulation:Low
Rank:#84Market:MotuekaCountry:New ZealandProperties:81Monthly Revenue:$1032.16Daily Rate (ADR):$130.95Occupancy:41.08%Regulation:Low
Rank:#85Market:NgongotahāCountry:New ZealandProperties:80Monthly Revenue:$2329.32Daily Rate (ADR):$193.51Occupancy:47.24%Regulation:Low
Rank:#86Market:Oraka Aparima CommunityCountry:New ZealandProperties:80Monthly Revenue:$1127.86Daily Rate (ADR):$119.84Occupancy:37.25%Regulation:Low
Rank:#87Market:RichmondCountry:New ZealandProperties:79Monthly Revenue:$1381.77Daily Rate (ADR):$145.87Occupancy:44.59%Regulation:Low
Rank:#88Market:HokitikaCountry:New ZealandProperties:78Monthly Revenue:$2195.62Daily Rate (ADR):$144.02Occupancy:53.29%Regulation:Low
Rank:#89Market:TimaruCountry:New ZealandProperties:77Monthly Revenue:$962.44Daily Rate (ADR):$100.52Occupancy:40.42%Regulation:Low
Rank:#90Market:National ParkCountry:New ZealandProperties:73Monthly Revenue:$1340.80Daily Rate (ADR):$162.32Occupancy:36.82%Regulation:Low
Rank:#91Market:PapakuraCountry:New ZealandProperties:70Monthly Revenue:$947.86Daily Rate (ADR):$119.38Occupancy:35.91%Regulation:Low
Rank:#92Market:MatarangiCountry:New ZealandProperties:70Monthly Revenue:$1524.40Daily Rate (ADR):$260.72Occupancy:31.38%Regulation:Low
Rank:#93Market:Lake HayesCountry:New ZealandProperties:68Monthly Revenue:$2393.95Daily Rate (ADR):$283.25Occupancy:51.15%Regulation:Low
Rank:#94Market:ŌakuraCountry:New ZealandProperties:68Monthly Revenue:$1438.24Daily Rate (ADR):$175.14Occupancy:41.62%Regulation:Low
Rank:#95Market:MāpuaCountry:New ZealandProperties:65Monthly Revenue:$1491.76Daily Rate (ADR):$182.74Occupancy:43.74%Regulation:Low
Rank:#96Market:ManurewaCountry:New ZealandProperties:62Monthly Revenue:$857.17Daily Rate (ADR):$95.21Occupancy:37.33%Regulation:Low
Rank:#97Market:Pukehina BeachCountry:New ZealandProperties:62Monthly Revenue:$1552.53Daily Rate (ADR):$224.52Occupancy:32.78%Regulation:Low
Rank:#98Market:MatamataCountry:New ZealandProperties:60Monthly Revenue:$1522.16Daily Rate (ADR):$119.83Occupancy:49.18%Regulation:Low
Rank:#99Market:WhakatāneCountry:New ZealandProperties:59Monthly Revenue:$1058.01Daily Rate (ADR):$134.23Occupancy:39.27%Regulation:Low
Rank:#100Market:WaikawaCountry:New ZealandProperties:58Monthly Revenue:$1350.33Daily Rate (ADR):$134.59Occupancy:45.42%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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