Douala
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Overview
Annual Rev
XAF1.7m
12 mo avg
↓27%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 1•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 XAF3••••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
15 days
12 mo avg
↓7 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
XAF3,228
12 mo avg
↓43%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Douala 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbecue | 6 (11%) | +FCFA 5,184,432 (+95%) | FCFA 10,661,757 | FCFA 5,477,325 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 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 (15.8 nights)
3 bedrooms (7.9 nights)
1 bedroom (7.3 nights)
4+ bedrooms (3.3 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
2 bedrooms (FCFA 18)
1 bedroom (FCFA 15)
3 bedrooms (FCFA 0)
4+ bedrooms (FCFA 0)
Professional host share
Independent hosts (56%)
Professionally managed (44%)
As of June 2026, Douala has 697 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Douala generates XAF742K per year. High-performing properties earn XAF4.7M/year, while low-performing properties earn XAF189K/year. This massive disparity suggests a bifurcated market where a small segment of listings captures the vast majority of traveler demand, leaving the broader market struggling with low utilization.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Douala. Average annual revenue is XAF742K with 8% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to XAF4.7M/year. The delta between average and high performers highlights that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in specific listings rather than being distributed across the general inventory.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Douala is 8%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of XAF36K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of XAF2K per day.
3-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Douala, with annual revenue of XAF1.3M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Douala market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Douala area. I don't have reliable information about short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality specifically for Douala, Cameroon. The regulatory framework for STRs in Cameroon is not well-documented in available sources, and I cannot verify whether there are formal registration requirements, caps, or active enforcement at the municipal level. I'd need current local sources to provide an accurate classification. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Douala Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 37%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The sharp decline in revenue despite stable supply expansion points to a softening in traveler spending power or a shift in booking preferences.
Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak winter season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -63% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-October) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Douala listings include: Air Conditioning (100%), Tv (96%), Kitchen (96%), Washing Machine (57%), Balcony (43%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Washing Machine, Heating, with Bbq properties earning approximately 93% more (XAF11.1M/year vs XAF5.7M/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Douala over the last 12 months: May: XAF52K, June: XAF46K, July: XAF56K, August: XAF54K, September: XAF52K, October: XAF30K, November: XAF41K, December: XAF86K, January: XAF71K, February: XAF51K, March: XAF58K, April: XAF64K. 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 Douala is XAF36K, up 28% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average XAF29K/night, 2-bedroom properties average XAF39K/night, 3-bedroom properties average XAF64K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average XAF46K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in June.
Guests in Douala book an average of 14 days in advance, down 40% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 12 days, 2-bedroom: 15 days, 3-bedroom: 16 days, 4+ bedroom: 11 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Douala Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 2%, revenue per listing decreased 37%, occupancy fell 29%, average nightly rates increased 28%, and lead time decreased 40%. The inverse relationship between rising rates and falling occupancy signals that pricing strategies are currently misaligned with actual market demand.
In Douala, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 7% higher occupancy than weekdays.