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Málaga, Spain Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Málaga brought in €24,940 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 28% more than the Andalusia average of €19,548.
The short answer
Málaga Airbnb Market at a Glance
Málaga is cheaper but busier than the Andalusia average. Listings averaged €166 a night and were booked on 51% of available nights, against €185 and 42% for the Andalusia average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.6 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 8,655 active listings, Málaga is the largest of 239 Andalusia markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 11% while the number of active listings grew 23%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Málaga?
Gross bookings per Málaga listing averaged €24,940 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Andalusia average: €19,548), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Málaga listing brings in €4,300 in August, its best month, and €1,640 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% 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 2.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €5,440+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €3,630 or more, roughly €1,300 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €2,360 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €1,230 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.
August earns about 2.6 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €4,550 €1,560
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €2,670. 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.
Málaga 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.
August 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 | €2,948 | 60.2% | €165 | €98 | 71 days | 4.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | €2,642 | 58.0% | €151 | €85 | 58 days | 4.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | €1,880 | 49.6% | €138 | €63 | 48 days | 5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | €2,128 | 47.4% | €148 | €69 | 57 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | €1,720 | 41.7% | €139 | €55 | 46 days | 6.2 nights |
| Feb 2026 | €1,965 | 53.2% | €138 | €70 | 49 days | 6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | €2,430 | 53.5% | €150 | €78 | 54 days | 5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | €2,864 | 59.4% | €159 | €95 | 59 days | 4.6 nights |
| May 2026 | €3,206 | 60.1% | €171 | €103 | 58 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | €3,468 | 60.0% | €186 | €116 | 53 days | 5 nights |
| Jul 2026 | €4,372 | 61.0% | €209 | €141 | 67 days | 5.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | €4,554 | 63.2% | €226 | €147 | 82 days | 5.2 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 Málaga home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Málaga Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Málaga Airbnb took in €24,940 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about €1,420 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 €2,200 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the €1,830 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about €1,570 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about €1,220 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.
Málaga Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | €23,110 | €35,570 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay7% of Málaga bookings | €1,830 | €2,810 |
| Gross bookings | €24,940 | €38,380 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 80% of Málaga listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −€3,250 | −€5,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; €0 if you clean yourself | −€1,830 | −€2,810 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −€1,250 | −€1,920 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −€500 | −€770 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −€750 | −€1,150 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −€250 | −€250 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −€120 | −€120 |
| 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 | −€7,950 | −€12,020 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | €16,990about €1,420 a month | €26,360about €2,200 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Málaga Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Málaga'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 Málaga home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Málaga's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Málaga listings are booked on 80% or more of their nights, against 60% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of €130 adds about €1,320 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge €185 a night or more, against a median of €130. 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 €2,310 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about €4,300, against €1,640 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Málaga listings average 4.66 stars, and 21% 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 €3,200 a month, against €2,080 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Málaga?
Málaga listings were booked on 51% of the nights they were open over the past year, 9 percentage points above the Andalusia average (42%) and 8 points above the Spain average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 65% in August and falls to 43% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.9 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 90%+ of open nights, 30 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 80% or more, roughly six nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 60% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 32% or less, under three nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Málaga, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 57% 66% 42%
The 12-month rate of 51% 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 Málaga?
The average nightly rate in Málaga, known as ADR (average daily rate), was €166 over the past year, about 10% below the Andalusia and Spain averages (both about €185). In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about €135 in January and February to about €205 in August.
The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge €275+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge €185 or more, about €55 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about €130 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge €97 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
August rates run 53% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €226 €131
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €157. The 12-month ADR of €166 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 Málaga?
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 Málaga it averaged €86 over the past year, from about €53 in a typical January to about €139 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn €159+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn €107 or more, about €35 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about €71 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn €40 or less, about 57% of the median.
August RevPAR is about 2.6 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average €147 €50
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, €88.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Málaga
Málaga has one high season, June through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to March. A listing earns about twice as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Málaga
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average €4,300 €1,640
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, €2,670.
Revenue by month in Málaga in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | €1,640 |
| February | Low season | €1,890 |
| March | Low season | €2,300 |
| April | Shoulder season | €2,680 |
| May | Shoulder season | €2,860 |
| June | High season | €3,150 |
| July | High season | €3,940 |
| August | High season | €4,300 |
| September | Shoulder season | €2,820 |
| October | Shoulder season | €2,570 |
| November | Low season | €1,850 |
| December | Low season | €2,060 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | €3,800 | 62% | €190 |
| Shoulder seasonApril–May, September–October | €2,730 | 60% | €154 |
| Low seasonNovember–March | €1,950 | 51% | €139 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Málaga?
Guests book Málaga stays 60 days ahead on average (about nine weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 76 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 42 days. A typical August booking is made in late May.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 55 days 82 days 37 days
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 Málaga
82% of the 8,655 active listings in Málaga 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 Málaga.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Málaga
AirROI's area guide picks seven Málaga neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Centro Histórico, Malagueta and Soho. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Histórico | The historic center of Málaga is rich with culture and history, attracting many tourists who want to explore landmarks, museums, and local cuisine. | Picasso Museum, Catedral de Málaga, Alcazaba of Málaga, Teatro Romano, Plaza de la Merced |
| Malagueta | A traditional beach neighborhood close to the city center, popular with both locals and visitors for its beach, promenade, and nightlife. | Malagueta Beach, Paseo Marítimo, Centro Pompidou Málaga, Calle San Juan de Letrán |
| Soho | A vibrant district known as the artsy neighborhood of Málaga, with street art, galleries, and trendy restaurants, appealing to a creative crowd. | Street Art, Museo Carmen Thyssen, Mercado de Las Flores |
| El Palo | A charming fishing village known for its laid-back atmosphere and beautiful beaches. It's perfect for guests seeking a more authentic and local experience. | El Palo Beach, Chiringuitos (beach bars), Parque de la Paloma, Cueva del Gato |
| Teatinos | A modern neighborhood popular with students and families, offering a mix of residential and leisure spaces, making it ideal for long-term rentals from university students. | University of Málaga, Parque del Cine, Centro Comercial Los Patios |
| Pedregalejo | A picturesque coastal neighborhood known for its local seafood and beachside ambiance, attracting families and leisure tourists. | Pedregalejo Beach, Fish Restaurants, Chiringuito La Moraga |
| Málaga Oeste | An area that includes neighborhoods like Campanillas, popular for those seeking a more residential and tranquil experience, yet close enough to Málaga city. | Los Alamos Beach, Nearby mountains and hiking trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Málaga Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Málaga are entire homes (91%), with private rooms at 9%. Apartments and condos account for 88% of the stock; houses come next at 10%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Málaga Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 91%
- Private room 9%
- Shared room <1%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 90.5% | 7,837 |
| Private room | 9.3% | 803 |
| Shared room | 0.2% | 13 |
| Hotel room | 0.0% | 2 |
Apartments dominate the property mix
Málaga Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 88%
- House 10%
- Hotel/Boutique 2%
- Others <1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 87.8% | 7,601 |
| House | 10.0% | 866 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.7% | 149 |
| Others | 0.3% | 24 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.1% | 12 |
| Unique stay | 0.0% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Málaga Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Málaga (37% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (33%). Shares are of the 6,360 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Málaga entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
7%
37%
33%
16%
4%
2%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 6.6% | 423 |
| 1 bedroom | 37.3% | 2,373 |
| 2 bedrooms | 32.8% | 2,086 |
| 3 bedrooms | 16.5% | 1,048 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4.3% | 273 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 2.5% | 159 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Málaga
A typical studio in Málaga earned €14,600 over the past year, against €61,600 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 423 | €14,600 | €16,400 | €111 | 50% |
| 1 bedroom | 2,373 | €17,900 | €20,300 | €134 | 51% |
| 2 bedrooms | 2,086 | €23,000 | €26,600 | €176 | 52% |
| 3 bedrooms | 1,048 | €26,600 | €32,400 | €228 | 51% |
| 4 bedrooms | 273 | €38,000 | €49,600 | €320 | 50% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 159 | €61,600 | €76,600 | €656 | 42% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Málaga Sleep?
Most Málaga listings are sized for couples and small families: 69% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 7% take eight or more. Shares are of the 6,820 listings with a guest capacity on file (79% of the market).
Málaga listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
<1%
22%
10%
36%
9%
13%
2%
7%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.3% | 19 |
| 2 guests | 22.1% | 1,509 |
| 3 guests | 10.2% | 695 |
| 4 guests | 36.3% | 2,477 |
| 5 guests | 9.2% | 628 |
| 6 guests | 13.2% | 900 |
| 7 guests | 1.8% | 122 |
| 8+ guests | 6.9% | 473 |
How Málaga Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Málaga hosts set up an average of 2.7 beds per listing. About half of listings (50%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 25
- Beds per listing
- 2.7
- Show exact location
- 50%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Málaga Offer?
Washers are close to standard in Málaga: 87% of listings have one.
Share of Málaga listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Málaga
Listings in Málaga with a ping pong table earned about 2.5 times as much a year, on average, as those without: €61,500 against €24,700. The gap is smaller for an outdoor kitchen (about 2.3 times as much) and a pool view (about twice 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 Málaga 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ping pong table | 0.7% | €61,500 | €24,700 | +149% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 1% | €57,200 | €24,500 | +133% |
| Pool view | 1% | €52,700 | €24,500 | +115% |
| EV charger | 0.6% | €50,900 | €24,800 | +105% |
| Fire pit | 0.5% | €49,800 | €24,800 | +101% |
| Ocean view | 3% | €42,900 | €24,400 | +76% |
| Pool table | 0.4% | €43,000 | €24,900 | +73% |
| Hot tub | 1% | €42,100 | €24,700 | +71% |
| Game console | 0.5% | €42,300 | €24,900 | +70% |
| Garden view | 3% | €41,200 | €24,500 | +68% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Málaga?
Málaga runs on foreign visitors: nine in ten guests who left reviews live outside Spain. The United Kingdom leads with 18% of reviewers, ahead of Germany at 10%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 40%, followed by Spanish and French.
90% of Málaga guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 90%
- Domestic 10%
Where Málaga guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 3.3% |
| Madrid | 2.2% |
| Paris | 1.5% |
| Berlin | 1.5% |
Where Málaga guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 18.4% |
| Germany | 10.3% |
| Spain | 9.5% |
| France | 8.9% |
| United States | 8.7% |
Languages spoken by Málaga guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 39.7% |
| Spanish | 15.1% |
| French | 11.6% |
| German | 9.5% |
| Italian | 4.0% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Málaga?
Málaga Airbnbs average 4.66 stars, and 21% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.59, against 4.79 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 83 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Málaga; 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 | 4.72 |
| Cleanliness | 4.68 |
| Communication | 4.79 |
| Location | 4.72 |
| Check-in | 4.76 |
| Value | 4.59 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Málaga: Stays, Rules and Fees
About six in ten Málaga listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 41% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 181 to 270 days a year, covering 24% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Málaga listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 36%
- 181-270 days 24%
- 91-180 days 24%
- 31-90 days 14%
- 1-30 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 35.7% | 3,087 |
| 181-270 days | 24.2% | 2,097 |
| 91-180 days | 24.4% | 2,114 |
| 31-90 days | 14.0% | 1,214 |
| 1-30 days | 1.7% | 143 |
Days a year Málaga listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 17%
- 181-270 days 24%
- 91-180 days 24%
- 31-90 days 21%
- 1-30 days 14%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 16.8% | 1,453 |
| 181-270 days | 24.4% | 2,108 |
| 91-180 days | 24.3% | 2,105 |
| 31-90 days | 20.8% | 1,799 |
| 1-30 days | 13.7% | 1,190 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Málaga?
The average Málaga booking lasts 5.4 nights, longest in January and shortest in December. Listings took about 30 bookings each over the year, some 257,000 in all. More than half of 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 Málaga
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5 nights 5.9 nights 4.4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Málaga Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than half of listings in Málaga accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Málaga 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 Málaga?
Firm and Moderate are the most common cancellation policies in Málaga, each used by 33% of listings. 44% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 47% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Málaga listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Málaga?
84% of Málaga listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is €51, and some higher fees lift the average to €92. Spread over the average stay of 5.4 nights, that adds roughly €9 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 7% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- €51
- Average cleaning fee
- €92
- Listings charging a fee
- 84.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 7.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Málaga
The top-grossing Airbnb in Málaga, a four-bedroom home, took in €339,000 over the past year, about 14 times the city's average of €24,900.
Cubo's Gibralfaro House Center Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.71 
Luxury (heated) pool villa at Malaga's best beach! Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- €277,058
- Occupancy
- 83.2%
- Daily rate
- €858
Views of Malaga Bay from a unique villa Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- €269,096
- Occupancy
- 53.1%
- Daily rate
- €1,241
Finca Los Llanos by Solymar Properties Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- €266,403
- Occupancy
- 48.2%
- Daily rate
- €1,424
Málaga Centro by Stay Homy Entire home Rated 4.83 - Revenue
- €253,832
- Occupancy
- 85.5%
- Daily rate
- €789
Regionalist Villa, early 20th century 1919 Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- €245,207
- Occupancy
- 86.2%
- Daily rate
- €763
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Málaga?
Living4Malaga is the top-grossing host in Málaga, with €7.01 million in bookings across 125 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 10% of the market's 8,655 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living4Malaga | 125 | €7,009,167 | €56,073 | 4.61/5 | |
| Rems | 138 | €5,762,232 | €41,755 | 4.77/5 | |
| Antonio. | 68 | €5,521,212 | €81,194 | 4.78/5 | |
| 4 | ILoftmalaga | 202 | €5,428,668 | €26,875 | 4.53/5 |
| 5 | Andrea | 53 | €3,247,992 | €61,283 | 4.79/5 |
| 6 | Rocio | 46 | €2,960,017 | €64,348 | 4.76/5 |
| 7 | Caleta Homes | 83 | €2,752,722 | €33,165 | 4.65/5 |
| 8 | David | 47 | €2,561,373 | €54,497 | 4.75/5 |
| 9 | La Recepción | 64 | €1,785,618 | €27,900 | 4.46/5 |
| 10 | Cubos Holiday Homes | 40 | €1,723,826 | €43,096 | 4.54/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Málaga?
Professional management companies run 23% of Málaga listings and owners run the rest, though 32% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 35% of listings. Six in ten listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. 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
- 35.3%
- Professional management
- 23.2%
- Cohosted listings
- 31.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 60.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 80.3%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Málaga
45 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Málaga, and companies run 17% of its 8,655 active listings. Living4Malaga is the largest, with 126 listings and an average guest rating of 4.62; the next largest are Ele Apartments, Caleta Homes, Freshlanding and Solaga Holidays Homes. Among the five largest, Solaga Holidays Homes' homes rate highest, at 4.78.
The five largest run 5% of Málaga's listings
Share of Málaga's 8,655 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Living4Malaga 1% · 126
- Ele Apartments 1% · 90
- Caleta Homes <1% · 83
- Freshlanding <1% · 83
- Solaga Holidays Homes <1% · 69
- All other listings 95%
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 Andalusia, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Málaga vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 22 km, Cártama (19 km away, 53 listings) earned the most per listing, about 91% more than Málaga.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torremolinos 12 km | 2,337 | €19,960 | €143 | 49% |
| Rincón de la Victoria 14 km | 459 | €19,261 | €174 | 43% |
| Alhaurín de la Torre 14 km | 202 | €38,449 | €302 | 44% |
| Benalmádena 16 km | 2,977 | €21,440 | €167 | 49% |
| Almogía 17 km | 42 | €25,028 | €301 | 38% |
| Cártama 19 km | 53 | €47,654 | €339 | 47% |
| Casabermeja 19 km | 55 | €14,766 | €169 | 36% |
| Comares 22 km | 66 | €22,226 | €142 | 52% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Andalusia
- Seville Airbnb data 7,283 listings
- Marbella Airbnb data 5,290 listings
- Granada Airbnb data 3,198 listings
- Mijas Airbnb data 2,789 listings
- Fuengirola Airbnb data 2,441 listings
- Estepona Airbnb data 2,327 listings
- Nerja Airbnb data 2,247 listings
- Córdoba Airbnb data 2,003 listings
See all 239 Andalusia Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Málaga
Markets elsewhere in Spain with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Málaga:
- Maspalomas Airbnb data Spain · €169/night · 51.4%
- Girona Airbnb data Spain · €167/night · 50.0%
- Madrid Airbnb data Spain · €160/night · 53.4%
- San Bartolomé de Tirajana Airbnb data Spain · €172/night · 48.9%
- Santa Úrsula Airbnb data Spain · €181/night · 50.0%
- Haría Airbnb data Spain · €165/night · 47.8%
FAQ
Málaga Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Málaga?
An active Málaga Airbnb grossed €24,940 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 8,655 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in €3,630 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Málaga?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Málaga listings earn between €1,230 and €3,630 in a typical month, and the top tenth €5,440 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 Málaga?
Listings in Málaga were booked on 51% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Andalusia average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Málaga?
The average booked night in Málaga cost €166 before fees. Half of listings charge between €97 and €185, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Málaga?
In Málaga, 82% 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 Málaga?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Málaga Airbnb grossed €24,940 in the 12 months to September 2026, 28% above the Andalusia average of €19,548. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, €16,990 a year (about €1,420 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 €2,200 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Málaga?
August usually pays best, averaging €4,300 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Málaga?
Each night a Málaga listing was open to book earned €86 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 €159 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Málaga?
Málaga 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 Málaga?
The average Málaga Airbnb stay lasted 5.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 30 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Málaga rated?
Guests rate Málaga Airbnbs 4.66 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Málaga?
Centro Histórico, Malagueta and Soho draw the most short-term rental interest in Málaga. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Málaga?
AirROI counted 8,655 active Airbnb listings in Málaga as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Torremolinos, 12 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Málaga?
In Málaga, 84% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is €51, and some higher fees lift the average to €92.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 8,655 active Airbnb listings in Málaga 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 euros at €0.86 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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