Limon
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Overview
Annual Rev
₡4.3m
12 mo avg
↑3%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 2•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 ₡4••••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
27 days
12 mo avg
↓9 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
₡9,972
12 mo avg
↓9%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Limon market data as of May 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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4+
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 | 9 (18%) | +₡8,494,986 (+124%) | ₡15,349,497 | ₡6,854,511 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 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 (5.7 nights)
3 bedrooms (5.2 nights)
4+ bedrooms (3.5 nights)
1 bedroom (3.4 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
2 bedrooms (CRC 38)
1 bedroom (CRC 28)
3 bedrooms (CRC 24)
4+ bedrooms (CRC 0)
Professional host share
Independent hosts (71%)
Professionally managed (29%)
As of May 2026, Limón, Cahuita, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca have 307 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 14% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Limon generates CRC2.5M per year. High-performing properties earn CRC9.5M/year, while low-performing properties earn CRC950K/year. The massive performance spread suggests that revenue is driven by a small subset of listings, while the simultaneous decline in supply and revenue indicates a market struggling to maintain historical demand levels.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Limon. Average annual revenue is CRC2.5M with 16% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CRC9.5M/year. This low average occupancy highlights a cautious market environment where top earners likely capture the majority of limited bookings, leaving limited room for average-performing assets.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Limon is 16%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CRC46K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CRC6K per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Limon, with annual revenue of CRC5.3M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Limon market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Limon area. Limón: Lenient. National tourism registry (ICT) recommended but rarely enforced. Minimal local oversight, widespread informal operations. Cahuita: Lenient. ICT registration exists but enforcement minimal. Small tourist town with many unregistered rentals operating openly. Puerto Viejo de Talamanca: Lenient. ICT registry nominal requirement. High tourism area with widespread informal rentals, very limited enforcement or inspections. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Limon Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 14%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The proportional contraction suggests that the market is adjusting to lower demand rather than experiencing an influx of new, unabsorbed inventory.
Launch around October, 2-3 months before peak winter season (January peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -6% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-May) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Limon listings include: Kitchen (91%), Air Conditioning (84%), Tv (82%), Pets Allowed (60%), Washing Machine (55%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Parking, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 90% more (CRC13.1M/year vs CRC6.9M/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Limon over the last 12 months: May: CRC135K, June: CRC131K, July: CRC214K, August: CRC207K, September: CRC138K, October: CRC137K, November: CRC149K, December: CRC159K, January: CRC257K, February: CRC178K, March: CRC204K, April: CRC202K. 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 Limon is CRC46K, up 9% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CRC36K/night, 2-bedroom properties average CRC45K/night, 3-bedroom properties average CRC59K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CRC146K/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in October.
Guests in Limon book an average of 29 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 27 days, 3-bedroom: 26 days, 4+ bedroom: 36 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Limon Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 14%, revenue per listing decreased 14%, occupancy fell 6%, average nightly rates increased 9%, and lead time decreased 19%. These indicators point to a shift toward shorter-term booking cycles and higher price sensitivity, as properties attempt to offset lower occupancy with increased rates.
In Limon, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 16% higher occupancy than weekdays.