Kalibo
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Overview
Annual Rev
₱871.7k
12 mo avg
↓9%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 4•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 ₱5•••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
35 days
12 mo avg
↓1 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
₱1,924
12 mo avg
↓18%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Kalibo 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
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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 | 41 (15%) | +₱1,591,294 (+107%) | ₱3,075,052 | ₱1,483,758 |
| 🔒 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
Studio (10.0 nights)
1 bedroom (5.3 nights)
2 bedrooms (4.9 nights)
4+ bedrooms (3.5 nights)
3 bedrooms (3.4 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (₱59)
3 bedrooms (₱18)
2 bedrooms (₱16)
1 bedroom (₱11)
Studio (₱10)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (73%)
Independent hosts (27%)
As of May 2026, Kalibo, Boracay, Caticlan have 937 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Kalibo generates PHP667K per year. High-performing properties earn PHP3.3M/year, while low-performing properties earn PHP188K/year. This significant delta between high and low tiers suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to specific asset positioning rather than uniform performance across the available inventory.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Kalibo. Average annual revenue is PHP667K with 25% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to PHP3.3M/year. The wide revenue gap highlights a competitive environment where top-tier listings capture a disproportionate share of market earnings, while the 25% occupancy average reflects broader challenges in sustaining consistent demand.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Kalibo is 25%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of PHP7K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of PHP1K per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Kalibo, with annual revenue of PHP3.0M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Kalibo market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Kalibo area. Kalibo: Lenient. Business permit and mayor's permit required, but enforcement is minimal. Many hosts operate informally without full compliance. Boracay: Moderate. DOT accreditation, business permits, environmental compliance certificate required. Enforcement increased post-2018 rehabilitation with periodic inspections. Caticlan: Lenient. Basic business permits and barangay clearance needed. Limited enforcement; many small operators function without complete documentation. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Kalibo Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 1%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The alignment between supply growth and revenue suggests that the market is currently absorbing new capacity without triggering a significant dilution of average earnings.
Launch around October, 2-3 months before peak winter season (January peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 6% 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 Kalibo listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Tv (91%), Kitchen (90%), Balcony (50%), Pool (44%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Hot Tub, Pool, with Bbq properties earning approximately 113% more (PHP3.2M/year vs PHP1.5M/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Kalibo over the last 12 months: May: PHP41K, June: PHP37K, July: PHP32K, August: PHP31K, September: PHP23K, October: PHP28K, November: PHP37K, December: PHP58K, January: PHP62K, February: PHP55K, March: PHP55K, April: PHP53K. 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 Kalibo is PHP7K, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average PHP4K/night, 2-bedroom properties average PHP8K/night, 3-bedroom properties average PHP14K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average PHP30K/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.
Guests in Kalibo book an average of 34 days in advance, down 3% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 31 days, 2-bedroom: 39 days, 3-bedroom: 43 days, 4+ bedroom: 46 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Kalibo Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 7%, revenue per listing increased 1%, occupancy fell 16%, average nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 3%. These metrics point to a shift toward higher price realization despite declining occupancy, signaling that hosts are testing pricing power in a tightening market.
In Kalibo, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday.