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As of June 2026, Placencia, Hopkins, Dangriga have 897 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Stann Creek District generates BZD58K per year. High-performing properties earn BZD192K/year, while low-performing properties earn BZD24K/year. This significant revenue spread suggests that market rewards are heavily concentrated, indicating that top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of the limited demand in a currently softening revenue environment.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Stann Creek District. Average annual revenue is BZD58K with 25% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to BZD192K/year. The delta between average and high performance demonstrates that profitability is highly sensitive to asset positioning, as modest occupancy levels constrain the broader market's income potential.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Stann Creek District is 25%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of BZD710, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of BZD125 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Stann Creek District, with annual revenue of BZD164K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Stann Creek District market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Stann Creek District area. Placencia: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or licensing requirements. Tourism-driven economy with minimal oversight. Light enforcement. Dangriga: Lenient. No formal STR permit system. Operates under general business licensing. Minimal enforcement in practice. Hopkins: Lenient. No dedicated STR regulations. Small village with tourism focus and informal operations common. Virtually no enforcement. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Stann Creek District Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 27%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in RevPAR alongside inventory expansion suggests that while supply is stable, the market is struggling to maintain pricing power against increasing competition.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 32% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-September) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Stann Creek District listings include: Air Conditioning (96%), Kitchen (91%), Balcony (84%), Tv (72%), Washing Machine (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Pool, Pets Allowed, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 76% more (BZD156K/year vs BZD88K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Stann Creek District over the last 12 months: May: BZD4K, June: BZD3K, July: BZD4K, August: BZD3K, September: BZD1K, October: BZD2K, November: BZD3K, December: BZD5K, January: BZD5K, February: BZD5K, March: BZD6K, April: BZD6K. 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 Stann Creek District is BZD710, down 3% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average BZD372/night, 2-bedroom properties average BZD598/night, 3-bedroom properties average BZD873/night, 4+ bedroom properties average BZD2K/night. Rates peak in May and are lowest in September.

Guests in Stann Creek District book an average of 45 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 40 days, 2-bedroom: 46 days, 3-bedroom: 50 days, 4+ bedroom: 55 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Stann Creek District Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 6%, revenue per listing decreased 27%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates decreased 3%, and lead time decreased 19%. These indicators point to a shift toward shorter booking windows and lower utilization, reflecting a environment where hosts face heightened pressure to capture dwindling traveler interest.

In Stann Creek District, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Thursday and are lowest on Saturday. Weekends show 11% higher occupancy than weekdays.