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Playa Ocotal · Guanacaste
Why this 2-bedroom entire condo in Playa Ocotal earns more than nearby Airbnbs
Compared with nearby Playa Ocotal Airbnbs, trailing income looks ahead of the pack.
Listing reference: Private Terrace, Whale Views & Concierge
What's clear from the listing
From public Airbnb fields and the Playa Ocotal market — we say so when the picture is thin.
Priced below the Playa Ocotal median ($245) — may be leaving revenue on the table if occupancy is already healthy.
Strong, well-reviewed demand history.
No Superhost / Guest Favorite badge — both lift ranking and conversion.
Playa Ocotal averages $245/night at 38% occupancy.
How it earns vs nearby Playa Ocotal Airbnbs
Over the last 12 months this listing earned about $36,067 at $175/night and 57% occupancy. Against the Playa Ocotal average of $23k/yr — earns more than nearby airbnbs.
Ways to earn more
Pricing, reviews, and host status — the day-to-day moves that change income.
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Test a higher rate on peak dates
$175 is below the Playa Ocotal median ($245). If occupancy is already strong, step rates up on high-season weekends to capture more revenue.
- 2
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.
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What the place has, how Airbnb shows it, and where money may still be left on the table. Winning traits: 84% of what top earners nearby usually carry.
Compared with 2-bedroom condo / apartments in Playa Ocotal · 96 nearby listings
What's working
- ✓Air conditioning. Listings with air conditioning run ~131% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, association not proof).
- ✓Wifi. Listings with wifi run ~58% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, association not proof).
- ✓Dryer. Listings with dryer run ~57% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, association not proof).
- ✓Pool. Marketed and amenity-listed · Listings with pool run ~42% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, association not proof).
- ✓Ocean / sea view. Listings with ocean / sea view run ~42% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, association not proof).
- ✓Walk to the beach. Listings with walk to the beach run ~41% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, 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 ~40% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, association not proof).
- →Beachfront / beach access. Listings with beachfront / beach access run ~28% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, association not proof).
- →Hot tub. Listings with hot tub run ~17% higher nightly income than those without nearby (n=6145, association not proof).
Investing in Playa Ocotal
Small upscale cove just south of Coco. Limited supply and a premium, tranquil positioning.
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