Kimberley

As of May 2026, Kimberley, Cranbrook, Fernie have 256 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 8% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Kimberley generates C$48K per year. High-performing properties earn C$77K/year, while low-performing properties earn C$16K/year. The wide revenue variance highlights significant polarization in asset performance, suggesting that top-tier earnings are driven by specific property attributes or operational strategies that clearly distinguish winners from underperformers.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Kimberley. Average annual revenue is C$48K with 40% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to C$77K/year. With supply contracting by 8% YoY, the market is tightening, which may insulate top-performing assets from broader revenue declines despite the current 6% dip in average per-listing earnings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Kimberley is 40%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of C$320, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of C$94 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Kimberley, with annual revenue of C$86K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Kimberley market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Kimberley area. Kimberley: Lenient. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. Minimal active enforcement, many operate informally. Cranbrook: Lenient. Business license and zoning approval required. Light enforcement, compliance varies widely. Fernie: Moderate. Business license mandatory, zoning restrictions apply, some neighborhood limits. Moderate enforcement with occasional compliance checks. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Kimberley Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 6%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized decline in both supply and revenue suggests that the market is recalibrating to lower demand levels rather than facing an oversupply crisis.

Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 45% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-November) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Kimberley listings include: Kitchen (98%), Washing Machine (90%), Tv (83%), Heating (77%), Balcony (76%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Washing Machine, Gym, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 40% more (C$62K/year vs C$45K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Kimberley over the last 12 months: May: C$2K, June: C$3K, July: C$4K, August: C$4K, September: C$3K, October: C$2K, November: C$1K, December: C$3K, January: C$3K, February: C$4K, March: C$4K, April: C$1K. 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 Kimberley is C$320, up 8% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average C$152/night, 2-bedroom properties average C$245/night, 3-bedroom properties average C$342/night, 4+ bedroom properties average C$638/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in November.

Guests in Kimberley book an average of 48 days in advance, down 7% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 36 days, 2-bedroom: 41 days, 3-bedroom: 57 days, 4+ bedroom: 66 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Kimberley Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 8%, revenue per listing decreased 6%, occupancy rose 0%, average nightly rates increased 8%, and lead time decreased 7%. Increasing nightly rates against declining supply and revenue suggests hosts are attempting to offset lower booking volumes with higher pricing power.

In Kimberley, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 34% higher occupancy than weekdays.