Cayman Islands
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Overview
Annual Rev
KY$82k
12 mo avg
↑14%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 4•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 KY$5••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
48 days
12 mo avg
↓10 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
KY$153
12 mo avg
↓6%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Cayman Islands 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 | 754 (74%) | +$35,184 (+50%) | $105,294 | $70,111 |
| 🔒 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 (9.2 nights)
3 bedrooms (6.2 nights)
2 bedrooms (5.9 nights)
4+ bedrooms (5.6 nights)
Studio (5.5 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (KYD 296)
3 bedrooms (KYD 203)
2 bedrooms (KYD 156)
Studio (KYD 117)
1 bedroom (KYD 112)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (76%)
Independent hosts (24%)
As of May 2026, George Town, Seven Mile Beach, West Bay have 1,345 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cayman Islands generates KYD71K per year. High-performing properties earn KYD192K/year, while low-performing properties earn KYD28K/year. This massive revenue disparity highlights a market polarized by asset positioning, where top-tier inventory captures significantly higher returns than the stagnant average.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cayman Islands. Average annual revenue is KYD71K with 35% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to KYD192K/year. The 35% occupancy rate suggests a challenging baseline, where profitability relies heavily on whether a property can reach the high-revenue bracket to offset fixed operational costs.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cayman Islands is 35%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of KYD548, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of KYD140 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cayman Islands, with annual revenue of KYD147K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cayman Islands market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cayman Islands area. George Town: Lenient. No specific STR permits required, general tourism accommodation standards apply. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Seven Mile Beach: Lenient. Part of George Town jurisdiction, same minimal regulations. Tourism-friendly environment, light oversight. West Bay: Lenient. No distinct STR licensing, follows Cayman Islands general accommodation rules. Limited enforcement, market operates openly. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Cayman Islands Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 2%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The slight decline in RevPAR despite steady supply suggests that demand is currently unable to absorb new inventory at previous pricing levels.
Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 20% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-September) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Cayman Islands listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (96%), Washing Machine (90%), Pool (75%), Balcony (67%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 45% more (KYD102K/year vs KYD70K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cayman Islands over the last 12 months: May: KYD2K, June: KYD3K, July: KYD3K, August: KYD2K, September: KYD1K, October: KYD2K, November: KYD3K, December: KYD6K, January: KYD6K, February: KYD6K, March: KYD10K, April: KYD7K. 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 Cayman Islands is KYD548, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average KYD244/night, 2-bedroom properties average KYD410/night, 3-bedroom properties average KYD790/night, 4+ bedroom properties average KYD1K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in September.
Guests in Cayman Islands book an average of 47 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 40 days, 2-bedroom: 48 days, 3-bedroom: 52 days, 4+ bedroom: 56 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Cayman Islands Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 4%, revenue per listing decreased 2%, occupancy rose 1%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 17%. These shifts reveal a tightening market where hosts are opting for shorter booking windows and higher rates to maintain margins.
In Cayman Islands, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Tuesday and are lowest on Friday. Weekends show 8% higher occupancy than weekdays.