Calapan

As of June 2026, Calapan, Puerto Galera have 372 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Calapan generates PHP252K per year. High-performing properties earn PHP1.1M/year, while low-performing properties earn PHP88K/year. The extreme variance between top earners and the average suggests that revenue is highly concentrated, reflecting a market where listing differentiation significantly dictates financial outcomes amid stagnant supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Calapan. Average annual revenue is PHP252K with 15% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to PHP1.1M/year. With occupancy at 15% despite a slight supply contraction, the revenue gap illustrates that market share is heavily skewed toward a select tier of properties rather than being distributed across the average supply.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Calapan is 15%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of PHP4K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of PHP585 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Calapan, with annual revenue of PHP798K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Calapan market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Calapan area. Calapan: Lenient. No specific STR regulations. Mayor's permit and barangay clearance required for business operations. Minimal enforcement; hosts operate informally. Puerto Galera: Lenient. Tourism Enterprise registration with DOT, mayor's permit, barangay clearance needed. Despite requirements, enforcement is light; many operate without full compliance given tourism focus. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Calapan Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 14%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and RevPAR suggests that demand is softening at a rate that outpaces the exit of underperforming inventory, leading to a tighter overall revenue environment.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -7% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-September) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Calapan listings include: Air Conditioning (89%), Kitchen (83%), Tv (78%), Pets Allowed (69%), Washing Machine (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Tv, Air Conditioning, with Tv properties earning approximately 278% more (PHP2.0M/year vs PHP515K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Calapan over the last 12 months: May: PHP20K, June: PHP14K, July: PHP13K, August: PHP15K, September: PHP9K, October: PHP15K, November: PHP13K, December: PHP24K, January: PHP20K, February: PHP20K, March: PHP19K, April: PHP33K. 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 Calapan is PHP4K, down 2% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average PHP3K/night, 2-bedroom properties average PHP4K/night, 3-bedroom properties average PHP8K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average PHP15K/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in September.

Guests in Calapan book an average of 20 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 20 days, 2-bedroom: 17 days, 3-bedroom: 18 days, 4+ bedroom: 30 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Calapan Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 2%, revenue per listing decreased 14%, occupancy fell 24%, average nightly rates decreased 2%, and lead time decreased 17%. These synchronized declines across key metrics point to a broad contraction in market activity, signaling reduced consumer urgency and lower utilization rates.

In Calapan, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 25% higher occupancy than weekdays.