Suva
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Overview
Annual Rev
FJ$64.4k
12 mo avg
↓19%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 4•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 FJ$4••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
31 days
12 mo avg
↓14 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
FJ$119
12 mo avg
↓38%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Suva 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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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym | 61 (13%) | +$82,059 (+104%) | $161,205 | $79,146 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 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
1 bedroom (5.6 nights)
Studio (5.5 nights)
4+ bedrooms (4.8 nights)
2 bedrooms (4.3 nights)
3 bedrooms (4.1 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
3 bedrooms (FJD 64)
4+ bedrooms (FJD 59)
2 bedrooms (FJD 48)
1 bedroom (FJD 34)
Studio (FJD 23)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (57%)
Independent hosts (43%)
As of May 2026, Suva, Nadi, Pacific Harbour have 813 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Suva generates FJD43K per year. High-performing properties earn FJD174K/year, while low-performing properties earn FJD15K/year. The extreme variance between top earners and the average suggests that revenue is highly concentrated, reflecting a market where specific asset attributes heavily dictate capture in a low-occupancy environment.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Suva. Average annual revenue is FJD43K with 27% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to FJD174K/year. The gap between average and high performance indicates that while baseline demand is modest, there is significant potential for yield optimization among a small subset of listings.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Suva is 27%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of FJD465, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of FJD85 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Suva, with annual revenue of FJD127K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Suva market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Suva area. I don't have reliable data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement realities for Suva, Nadi, or Pacific Harbour in Fiji. Fiji's STR regulatory framework is unclear at the national level, and municipal enforcement information isn't publicly documented. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Suva Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 29%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in revenue despite modest supply expansion suggests that market saturation is outpacing current travel demand, putting downward pressure on individual listing yields.
Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak winter season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -86% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-February) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Suva listings include: Kitchen (98%), Washing Machine (90%), Air Conditioning (88%), Tv (86%), Balcony (53%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Gym, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 145% more (FJD145K/year vs FJD59K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Suva over the last 12 months: May: FJD3K, June: FJD3K, July: FJD3K, August: FJD3K, September: FJD3K, October: FJD2K, November: FJD2K, December: FJD3K, January: FJD3K, February: FJD2K, March: FJD2K, April: FJD3K. 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 Suva is FJD465, up 9% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average FJD222/night, 2-bedroom properties average FJD358/night, 3-bedroom properties average FJD571/night, 4+ bedroom properties average FJD2K/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in June.
Guests in Suva book an average of 28 days in advance, down 28% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 25 days, 2-bedroom: 26 days, 3-bedroom: 33 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Suva Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 6%, revenue per listing decreased 29%, occupancy fell 26%, average nightly rates increased 9%, and lead time decreased 28%. These metrics reveal a shift toward shorter booking windows and lower utilization, signaling a more reactive and price-sensitive consumer base.
In Suva, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Wednesday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 9% higher occupancy than weekdays.