Moratuwa
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Overview
Annual Rev
₨2.8m
12 mo avg
↑4%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 4•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 ₨1••••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
17 days
12 mo avg
↓10 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
₨3,133
12 mo avg
↓45%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Moratuwa 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 | 16 (11%) | +Rs 2,969,169 (+81%) | Rs 6,612,895 | Rs 3,643,726 |
| 🔒 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
3 bedrooms (18.3 nights)
1 bedroom (12.4 nights)
2 bedrooms (9.6 nights)
4+ bedrooms (4.3 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (LKR 100)
1 bedroom (LKR 26)
3 bedrooms (LKR 23)
2 bedrooms (LKR 22)
Professional host share
Independent hosts (62%)
Professionally managed (38%)
As of June 2026, Moratuwa, Colombo, Mount Lavinia have 491 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Moratuwa generates Rs1M per year. High-performing properties earn Rs6M/year, while low-performing properties earn Rs325K/year. This massive variance suggests that market success is heavily skewed toward a small segment of listings, as overall market revenue has contracted by 25% despite stable supply levels.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Moratuwa. Average annual revenue is Rs1M with 21% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to Rs6M/year. The delta between average and high performers highlights that current occupancy levels are insufficient for mid-tier assets to capture significant market share in a tightening revenue environment.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Moratuwa is 21%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of Rs26K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of Rs2,641 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Moratuwa, with annual revenue of Rs3M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Moratuwa market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Moratuwa area. I don't have reliable current data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality for Moratuwa, Colombo, and Mount Lavinia in Sri Lanka. These cities' STR regulatory frameworks and enforcement practices aren't well-documented in available sources. I recommend contacting local municipal authorities or the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority directly for current requirements. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Moratuwa Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 25%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. While the exit of some supply suggests a cooling sector, the steep drop in RevPAR points to weaker overall demand rather than a shortage of available inventory.
Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak winter season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -28% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-October) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Moratuwa listings include: Kitchen (99%), Air Conditioning (97%), Tv (93%), Washing Machine (92%), Balcony (59%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Pool, Pets Allowed, with Bbq properties earning approximately 83% more (Rs7M/year vs Rs4M/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Moratuwa over the last 12 months: May: Rs63K, June: Rs73K, July: Rs78K, August: Rs70K, September: Rs56K, October: Rs51K, November: Rs67K, December: Rs118K, January: Rs114K, February: Rs88K, March: Rs104K, April: Rs80K. 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 Moratuwa is Rs26K, up 38% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average Rs11K/night, 2-bedroom properties average Rs20K/night, 3-bedroom properties average Rs28K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average Rs82K/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in August.
Guests in Moratuwa book an average of 22 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 19 days, 2-bedroom: 24 days, 3-bedroom: 21 days, 4+ bedroom: 26 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Moratuwa Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 4%, revenue per listing decreased 25%, occupancy fell 26%, average nightly rates increased 38%, and lead time decreased 20%. These shifts reflect a market where aggressive pricing strategies are struggling against shrinking occupancy and shorter booking windows.
In Moratuwa, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday.