Negombo
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Overview
Annual Rev
₨1.7m
12 mo avg
↓20%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 2•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 ₨1••••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
24 days
12 mo avg
↓6 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
₨3,069
12 mo avg
↓35%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Negombo 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 | 10 (14%) | +Rs 7,191,933 (+194%) | Rs 10,906,708 | Rs 3,714,775 |
| 🔒 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 (12.5 nights)
1 bedroom (4.9 nights)
3 bedrooms (3.0 nights)
Studio (2.6 nights)
4+ bedrooms (2.1 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (LKR 40)
2 bedrooms (LKR 23)
1 bedroom (LKR 11)
Studio (LKR 0)
3 bedrooms (LKR 0)
Professional host share
Independent hosts (65%)
Professionally managed (35%)
As of June 2026, Negombo, Colombo have 508 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 8% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Negombo generates Rs797K per year. High-performing properties earn Rs6M/year, while low-performing properties earn Rs225K/year. The massive earnings gap suggests a bifurcated market where top-tier listings capture a disproportionate share of demand, leaving the majority to compete for thin, low-yield bookings.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Negombo. Average annual revenue is Rs797K with 12% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to Rs6M/year. A 12% occupancy rate indicates significant seasonal or structural underutilization, meaning the high revenue ceiling is likely accessible only to properties capturing specific, high-intent traveler segments.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Negombo is 12%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of Rs23K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of Rs1,819 per day.
3-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Negombo, with annual revenue of Rs2M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Negombo market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Negombo area. Negombo: Lenient. Tourist board registration recommended but rarely enforced. Many guesthouses and villas operate informally. Minimal oversight in practice. Colombo: Moderate. Tourist board registration required for commercial rentals. Zoning rules exist but enforcement inconsistent. Many apartments operate without permits, especially short stays. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Negombo Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing increasingly competitive conditions. Supply has grown 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 10%. This indicates growing competition requiring strong operations. This inverse relationship between rising supply and falling revenue efficiency signals a market saturation point where new listings exert downward pressure on overall profitability.
Launch around October, 2-3 months before peak winter season (January peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 49% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-October) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Negombo listings include: Air Conditioning (91%), Kitchen (90%), Tv (78%), Washing Machine (57%), Pool (55%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, with Bbq properties earning approximately 141% more (Rs10M/year vs Rs4M/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Negombo over the last 12 months: May: Rs37K, June: Rs39K, July: Rs49K, August: Rs53K, September: Rs41K, October: Rs30K, November: Rs46K, December: Rs73K, January: Rs90K, February: Rs70K, March: Rs83K, April: Rs53K. 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 Negombo is Rs23K, up 23% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average Rs13K/night, 2-bedroom properties average Rs16K/night, 3-bedroom properties average Rs46K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average Rs41K/night. Rates peak in June and are lowest in October.
Guests in Negombo book an average of 23 days in advance, down 18% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 22 days, 2-bedroom: 22 days, 3-bedroom: 24 days, 4+ bedroom: 27 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Negombo Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 8%, revenue per listing decreased 10%, occupancy fell 31%, average nightly rates increased 23%, and lead time decreased 18%. These metrics suggest a shift toward last-minute, price-sensitive booking behavior amidst an oversupply of inventory.
In Negombo, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 7% higher occupancy than weekdays.