What are the slow months for Airbnb?

For hosts in North America, the peak season is between May and September. The rest of the year is classified as 'off-season', but with pockets of busy periods. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year are all big holidays and they just so happen to be in the off-season.



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According to Airbnb data, some of the most profitable holidays for hosting on Airbnb are:
  • Thanksgiving. A major holiday in North America, many travellers will either visit family or take a family trip over the holiday. ...
  • Christmas. ...
  • New Year's Eve. ...
  • Easter. ...
  • Spring Break. ...
  • Labor Day Weekend. ...
  • Memorial Day Weekend. ...
  • Fourth of July.


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As we said during our first-quarter earnings, more guests are traveling on Airbnb than ever before, with nights and experiences booked growing 19 percent in the first quarter of 2023 compared to a year ago.

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Extras guests appreciate:
  • Extra toilet paper, linens, and towels.
  • Basic toiletries like shampoo and conditioner.
  • Dish soap and cleaning supplies.
  • Dining basics like a coffee maker, cooking utensils, dishes, and silverware.
  • Wine glasses.
  • Basic cooking supplies like salt, pepper, and oil.
  • Coffee, tea.
  • Light breakfast or snacks.


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While many guests are respectful, there's always a risk of hosting someone who might damage your property or disturb the neighbors. This unpredictability can be stressful for hosts.

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For your Airbnb occupancy, aim to be fully booked out 2-3 weeks out and at most 50% booked from 4-8 weeks out. Leave room for your schedule to capitalize on last minute travelers. But make sure to leave nice chucks of days so that you aren't left trying to fill odd 1-2 night gaps last minute.

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The nightly rate for booking an Airbnb is, on average, a 32% discount when you commit to at least seven nights versus just one. It's an even steeper 46% discount when you commit to 30 days. Remember, not every Airbnb offers extended-stay discounts — and some discounts are more generous than others.

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A 2021 study of more than 125,000 Airbnb complaints on Twitter found that 72% of the issues were related to poor customer service and 22% were related to scams.

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These declining revenues are the result of a slowdown in post-pandemic travel demand to go along with a massive increase in Airbnb supply, trends which are now causing many Airbnb operators to lose money on their rental.

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Airbnb, once known for being an incredible and innovative platform for finding unique accommodations around the world, has fallen from grace with many travelers. Travelers are tired of exorbitant service fees and cleaning fees, ridiculous rules, misleading listings, missing amenities, and inconsistent quality.

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Go all in on the description: Make your title and description fun, detailed, and informative. Explain the amenities, shared spaces, and what makes your space unique. Upload high-quality photos: Your photos are a guest's first impression of your space on the search results page. Get tips on taking great photos.

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It's not necessarily about having a super luxurious space or the most high-end amenities. Instead, consider small gestures that can have a big impact, like offering your favorite local coffee or a handwritten welcome note. Here, hosts share some simple, budget-friendly ideas for giving guests an unforgettable stay.

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What type of property is best for Airbnb? There really isn't one. Most people would point you to the property type that has the highest occupancy rate and gives the most income. While there is nothing wrong with this advice, investors seem to forget to consider gross rental yield when buying an Airbnb property.

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These Were Airbnb's Most Popular Rentals in 2021
  • Maison Lafleur.
  • Mariner Boathouse.
  • Villa Amalfi.
  • The Woodlands House.
  • The Kingdom A-frame.
  • Crow's Nest.
  • Raven Rock Treehouse.
  • Zion EcoCabin.


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Airbnb bookings have the shortest lead time, averaging 41 days ahead of the stay. The platform also experiences seasonal fluctuations in check-ins, with peak months being March, July, August, September, and October. Airbnb's average length of stay is comparable to Vrbo, with guests booking for 4.2 days on average.

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Airbnb suffered enormously during the COVID-19 pandemic, with an estimated decline in bookings in 2020 of 72 percent compared to the previous year. To get through the crisis, the company laid off 25 percent of its workforce and raised $2 billion in combined equity and debt to shore up its balance sheet.

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In a report that compared thousands of US markets with active short- and long-term rental listings in May 2023, Mashvisor found that Airbnb generated a cash return of 3.62%, which is higher than the 3.41% returns on traditional renting.

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