Akaroa
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Overview
Annual Rev
NZ$54.1k
12 mo avg
↓10%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 4•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 NZ$3••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
31 days
12 mo avg
↓9 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
NZ$78
12 mo avg
↓36%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Akaroa 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TV | 157 (85%) | +$19,392 (+41%) | $66,711 | $47,319 |
| 🔒 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 (3.3 nights)
2 bedrooms (2.9 nights)
3 bedrooms (2.9 nights)
4+ bedrooms (2.7 nights)
Studio (1.7 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (NZ$82)
3 bedrooms (NZ$65)
2 bedrooms (NZ$26)
1 bedroom (NZ$18)
Studio (NZ$12)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (53%)
Independent hosts (47%)
As of May 2026, Akaroa, Christchurch have 211 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Akaroa generates NZ$35K per year. High-performing properties earn NZ$70K/year, while low-performing properties earn NZ$14K/year. This five-fold revenue spread suggests that earnings are heavily tied to specific property attributes or operational strategies rather than market-wide demand, as lower-tier listings struggle to maintain profitability.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Akaroa. Average annual revenue is NZ$35K with 38% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to NZ$70K/year. The notable gap between averages and high-performers highlights that revenue potential is significantly polarized, suggesting that market entry success is highly dependent on capturing specific traveler segments.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Akaroa is 38%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of NZ$297, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of NZ$63 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Akaroa, with annual revenue of NZ$47K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Akaroa market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Akaroa area. Akaroa: Lenient. No specific STR permits required beyond business registration. General resource consent may apply for intensive use. Minimal active enforcement. Christchurch: Lenient. No mandatory STR-specific licensing or registration. Must comply with general zoning and building codes. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely in residential zones. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Akaroa Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 20%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous contraction in supply and revenue suggests a period of market correction where the reduction in listings is not yet sufficient to offset the broader decline in traveler spending.
Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 8% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-August) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Akaroa listings include: Kitchen (93%), Tv (84%), Washing Machine (73%), Heating (73%), Balcony (63%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Tv, Washing Machine, Air Conditioning, with Tv properties earning approximately 44% more (NZ$71K/year vs NZ$49K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Akaroa over the last 12 months: May: NZ$1K, June: NZ$1K, July: NZ$1K, August: NZ$1K, September: NZ$1K, October: NZ$2K, November: NZ$2K, December: NZ$3K, January: NZ$3K, February: NZ$3K, March: NZ$2K, April: NZ$3K. 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 Akaroa is NZ$297, up 5% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average NZ$212/night, 2-bedroom properties average NZ$264/night, 3-bedroom properties average NZ$356/night, 4+ bedroom properties average NZ$449/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in June.
Guests in Akaroa book an average of 32 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 41 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Akaroa Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 13%, revenue per listing decreased 20%, occupancy fell 19%, average nightly rates increased 5%, and lead time decreased 21%. These trends reflect a shift toward last-minute booking behavior and weaker demand, as price increases fail to compensate for lower overall utilization.
In Akaroa, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 29% higher occupancy than weekdays.