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Playa Grande · Guanacaste
Why this room in Playa Grande earns more than nearby Airbnbs
Compared with nearby Playa Grande Airbnbs, trailing income looks ahead of the pack.
Listing reference: Beachside Studio Apartment with Pool and Free WiFi
What's clear from the listing
From public Airbnb fields and the Playa Grande market — we say so when the picture is thin.
Priced well above the Playa Grande median ($453). Sustainable only with standout product, reviews and photos.
Thin review history — still building trust and search ranking.
No Superhost / Guest Favorite badge — both lift ranking and conversion.
Playa Grande averages $453/night at 45% occupancy.
How it earns vs nearby Playa Grande Airbnbs
Over the last 12 months this listing earned about $1,155,657 at $7,359/night and 52% occupancy. Against the Playa Grande average of $63k/yr — earns more than nearby airbnbs.
Ways to earn more
Pricing, reviews, and host status — the day-to-day moves that change income.
- 1
Right-size the nightly rate to build velocity
At $7,359 it sits well above the Playa Grande median ($453) with only 9 reviews. A lower intro rate buys booking velocity and the reviews that justify a premium later.
- 2
Drive the first reviews
A short intro discount plus a 2-night minimum gets you past the ~10-review mark faster, which helps search ranking.
- 3
Pursue Superhost status
Superhost lifts placement and conversion. Tighten response time, keep cancellations at zero, and hold a 4.8+ rating across a full assessment window.
- 4
Close the rating gap
A 4.65★ rating trails the bar for this market. Audit the lowest sub-scores (cleanliness, accuracy, communication) and fix the recurring complaint.
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What the place has, how Airbnb shows it, and where money may still be left on the table. Winning traits: 58% of what top earners nearby usually carry.
Compared with studio room / suites in Playa Grande · 17 nearby listings
What's working
- ✓Dryer. Listings with dryer run ~52% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
- ✓Wifi. Listings with wifi run ~47% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
- ✓Pool. Marketed and amenity-listed · Listings with pool run ~41% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
- ✓Walk to the beach. Listings with walk to the beach run ~35% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
- ✓Washer. Listings with washer run ~23% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
- ✓Free parking. Listings with free parking run ~10% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
Property upside — the physical product
Traits top earners in this segment carry that aren't confirmed in amenities or listing copy.
- →Gym / fitness. Listings with gym / fitness run ~39% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
- →Ocean / sea view. Listings with ocean / sea view run ~37% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
- →Top-rated (4.9★+). Listings with top-rated (4.9★+) run ~27% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=5993, association not proof).
- →Beachfront / beach access. Listings with beachfront / beach access run ~25% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
- →Hot tub. Listings with hot tub run ~16% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6361, association not proof).
Investing in Playa Grande
Protected surf and turtle-nesting beach across the estuary from Tamarindo. High ADR + occupancy with a low-density, premium feel.
Independent analysis only — we are not affiliated with this listing or its host, and we do not republish Airbnb descriptions. Revenue figures, where shown, are trailing-12-month data (or nearby Airbnb ranges). Rough estimate only, not a guarantee. Double-check before you act.