Cephalonia
Unlock the data for all Markets
Overview
Annual Rev
€36.2k
12 mo avg
↓13%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 3•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 €2••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
34 days
12 mo avg
↓15 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
€50
12 mo avg
↓45%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Cephalonia 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:
0
1
2
3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauna | 17 (1%) | +€39,881 (+90%) | €84,296 | €44,415 |
| 🔒 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
2 bedrooms (8.8 nights)
4+ bedrooms (8.5 nights)
3 bedrooms (8.3 nights)
1 bedroom (7.9 nights)
Studio (7.4 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (€77)
3 bedrooms (€54)
2 bedrooms (€44)
1 bedroom (€34)
Studio (€32)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (84%)
Independent hosts (16%)
As of May 2026, Argostoli, Fiskardo, Sami have 3,530 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cephalonia generates €25K per year. High-performing properties earn €85K/year, while low-performing properties earn €12K/year. The extreme variance between top and bottom performers suggests that revenue is highly sensitive to specific asset positioning rather than broad market trends, despite an overall contraction in total revenue.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cephalonia. Average annual revenue is €25K with 33% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €85K/year. While the market is currently seeing a revenue decline, the significant gap between average and top-tier earnings points to a highly bifurcated landscape where elite assets retain substantial earning power.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cephalonia is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €209, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €32 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cephalonia, with annual revenue of €54K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cephalonia market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cephalonia area. I don't have reliable, current data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement realities for Argostoli, Fiskardo, and Sami (municipalities in Kefalonia, Greece). Greek STR regulations changed significantly in recent years with national registration requirements, but local enforcement varies widely by municipality and isn't well-documented in available sources. I recommend contacting local municipal offices directly for current requirements. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Cephalonia Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 37%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue implies that market contraction is driven by lower demand intensity rather than an oversupply of listings.
Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 41% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-January) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Cephalonia listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (95%), Tv (83%), Balcony (76%), Washing Machine (74%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 154% more (€64K/year vs €25K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cephalonia over the last 12 months: May: €952, June: €2K, July: €2K, August: €3K, September: €2K, October: €827, November: €164, December: €154, January: €42, February: €61, March: €160, April: €849. 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 Cephalonia is €209, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €116/night, 2-bedroom properties average €206/night, 3-bedroom properties average €332/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €566/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in January.
Guests in Cephalonia book an average of 33 days in advance, down 34% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 34 days, 3-bedroom: 34 days, 4+ bedroom: 35 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Cephalonia Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 11%, revenue per listing decreased 37%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 34%. This compression in booking windows and occupancy suggests a shift toward more spontaneous, price-sensitive consumer behavior.
In Cephalonia, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Thursday and are lowest on Saturday.