Belmopan, BZ
Part of the Cayo District market area
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Overview
Annual Rev
BZ$75k
12 mo avg
↓5%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
38%
12 mo avg
↓7%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
BZ$529
12 mo avg
↑12%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
53 days
12 mo avg
↓4 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
BZ$181
12 mo avg
↓5%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Cayo District market data as of June 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool | — | +$36,862 | — | — |
| Pets Allowed | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| Barbecue | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
2 bedrooms (4.3 nights)
1 bedroom (4.1 nights)
Studio (3.9 nights)
3 bedrooms (3.5 nights)
4+ bedrooms (3.3 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (BZD 83)
3 bedrooms (BZD 66)
2 bedrooms (BZD 58)
Studio (BZD 34)
1 bedroom (BZD 33)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (73%)
Independent hosts (27%)
As of June 2026, San Ignacio, Belmopan, Belize City have 430 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 3% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cayo District generates BZD40K per year. High-performing properties earn BZD181K/year, while low-performing properties earn BZD18K/year. This massive revenue spread suggests that market rewards are highly concentrated, indicating that returns are driven by specific property attributes rather than generalized market demand.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cayo District. Average annual revenue is BZD40K with 24% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to BZD181K/year. The delta between average and high performance demonstrates that top-tier listings capture a disproportionate share of the limited 24% occupancy pool.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cayo District is 24%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of BZD407, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of BZD88 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cayo District, with annual revenue of BZD88K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cayo District market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cayo District area. San Ignacio: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permits required. Operates under general tourism/business licensing. Minimal enforcement. Belmopan: Lenient. No formal STR framework. General business license may apply. Very light oversight, minimal enforcement. Belize City: Lenient. No dedicated STR regulations. Tourism board registration recommended but rarely enforced. Hosts operate freely with minimal government intervention. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Cayo District Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 0%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The stability in revenue despite contracting supply suggests that remaining hosts are effectively absorbing the market share left behind by exiting operators.
Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 15% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-September) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Cayo District listings include: Air Conditioning (89%), Kitchen (78%), Balcony (68%), Washing Machine (60%), Tv (54%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Pets Allowed, Internet, with Pool properties earning approximately 63% more (BZD106K/year vs BZD65K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cayo District over the last 12 months: May: BZD2K, June: BZD2K, July: BZD2K, August: BZD2K, September: BZD1K, October: BZD1K, November: BZD2K, December: BZD3K, January: BZD3K, February: BZD4K, March: BZD5K, April: BZD4K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.
The overall average nightly rate in Cayo District is BZD407, up 17% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average BZD302/night, 2-bedroom properties average BZD495/night, 3-bedroom properties average BZD523/night, 4+ bedroom properties average BZD863/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in May.
Guests in Cayo District book an average of 43 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 40 days, 2-bedroom: 43 days, 3-bedroom: 48 days, 4+ bedroom: 54 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Cayo District Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 3%, revenue per listing decreased 0%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 17%, and lead time decreased 17%. The combination of lower occupancy and higher rates suggests a shift toward higher-value, shorter-notice bookings.
In Cayo District, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 10% higher occupancy than weekdays.