Hillside, ZW
Part of the Bulawayo market area
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Overview
Annual Rev
$9.4k
12 mo avg
↑0%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
20%
12 mo avg
↓4%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
$93
12 mo avg
↑15%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
17 days
12 mo avg
↓4 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
$20
12 mo avg
↓12%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Bulawayo market data as of September 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
0
1
2
3
4+
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool | — | +$71 | — | — |
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 (13.8 nights)
1 bedroom (4.6 nights)
4+ bedrooms (3.9 nights)
2 bedrooms (3.8 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
3 bedrooms ($19)
2 bedrooms ($8)
1 bedroom ($7)
4+ bedrooms ($0)
Professional host share
Independent hosts (52%)
Professionally managed (48%)
Over the 12 months ending August 2026, the Bulawayo market averaged 421 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 14% from a year earlier and up 74% over two years.
An average Bulawayo listing earns $5K/year. High-performing listings earn $18K, while low-performing listings earn $2K.
Average occupancy in Bulawayo is 15%, producing RevPAR of $12 per available night.
3-bedroom listings generate the highest average annual revenue in Bulawayo, at $7K.
Rules vary across Bulawayo. I don't have reliable current information about short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The regulatory framework for STRs in Zimbabwe is not well-documented in available sources, and I cannot verify whether permits, licenses, or specific rules exist, nor can I assess actual enforcement levels. I'd recommend contacting Bulawayo City Council directly for accurate local requirements. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.
The Bulawayo Airbnb and VRBO market is becoming more competitive. Supply has grown 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 3%, suggesting supply is outpacing demand.
RevPAR is highest in April and August; it is lowest in February and January.
The most common amenities are Internet (100%), TV (98%), Parking (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Air Conditioning (+14%), Washing Machine (+7%).
Average daily rate in Bulawayo is $96, up 11% year-over-year. Rates peak in April and are lowest in September.
Guests in Bulawayo book an average of 17 days in advance, down 14% from last year. Booking windows range from 14 days for 1-bedroom listings to 20 days for 4+ bedroom listings.
Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 29% higher than weekday occupancy.