Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, Data & Trends 2026
Curious about the performance of short-term rentals in Tortola, British Virgin Islands? Over the last year, the average occupancy rate was 48% with an ADR (Average Daily Rate) of 452€. Hosts earned on average 5368€ per month.
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Market summary in Tortola
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Avg. Monthly Revenue
5368€
$4885 USD
YoY Revenue Change
-2%
vs. previous year
Occupancy Rate
48%
~14 days/month
Average Daily Rate
452€
$411 USD
Seasonality Index
113%
demand variation
Best Months
June, May
peak season
Worst Months
August, September
low season
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What Tortola's occupancy and ADR actually mean
Over the June 2025 to May 2026 window, Tortola ran 47% average occupancy across roughly 170 booked nights a year, exactly on the 47% national average, though as the only BVI city ListingOK tracks it effectively sets that benchmark. The standout figure is the 412 euro (about 375 dollar) average daily rate, by far one of the highest on the list, reflecting the territory's affluent, villa-led, low-volume luxury positioning.
That premium rate is what makes the market work: despite modest occupancy and just 170 nights a year, average monthly revenue reaches 5,018 euros (about 4,562 dollars) per listing, among the strongest absolute figures here. A 94% seasonality index confirms the sharp winter concentration, and a 8% year-on-year revenue dip points to some cooling. Read together, Tortola is a high-rate, low-occupancy luxury market where ADR, not nights filled, drives the economics.
Monthly Airbnb occupancy in Tortola
Average occupancy rate by month in Tortola, compared with the same month a year earlier.
| Month | Occupancy | Prior year |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 51.2% | 47.9% |
| Aug 2025 | 27.8% | 37.7% |
| Sep 2025 | 24.7% | 36.9% |
| Oct 2025 | 51% | 32.6% |
| Nov 2025 | 43.7% | 54.5% |
| Dec 2025 | 56.7% | 59.5% |
| Jan 2026 | 58.1% | 62.9% |
| Feb 2026 | 70.5% | 65.3% |
| Mar 2026 | 64.5% | 57.9% |
| Apr 2026 | 53.6% | 46.2% |
| May 2026 | 33.2% | 37.3% |
| Jun 2026 | 48% | 43.1% |
Historical Airbnb occupancy in Tortola (last 12 months)
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Why people book Airbnbs in Tortola
Tortola is the largest island and capital hub of the British Virgin Islands, and its short-term rental demand is driven by upmarket Caribbean leisure and the territory's world-class sailing scene. The BVI is one of the planet's premier yacht-charter destinations, and Tortola's marinas at Road Town, Nanny Cay and Soper's Hole serve as the gateway, feeding pre- and post-charter villa stays. Beyond the boats, demand comes from beach travellers drawn to Cane Garden Bay, Smuggler's Cove and Brewers Bay, and from a steady honeymoon and dive market.
The core traveller is affluent, often North American or European, booking villas with pool and sea view rather than budget rooms, which is why the market commands premium rates on relatively thin volume. With just 125 active listings on an island of under 24,000 residents, supply is limited and demand is shaped heavily by the sailing calendar, ferry connections to Virgin Gorda and Jost Van Dyke, and the territory's recovery and resilience since the 2017 hurricanes.
When Airbnb demand peaks in Tortola
Tortola follows a pronounced Caribbean winter-high pattern: demand peaks in the dry, cooler season and collapses in the late-summer hurricane months. The data's strongest stretch runs December through March, with February reaching 70.5% in 2026 and the winter sailing and escape-the-cold season filling villas. The packet flags May and March as top months, but the cleaner read is a winter peak that builds from December and holds into spring.
The deep trough is August and September, falling to the mid-to-high 20s, the heart of Atlantic hurricane season when many properties and charter operations wind down and travel insurance costs rise. October begins the recovery. With a seasonality index of 94%, this is a sharply concentrated market: the winter and spring weeks must carry the year, and the late-summer dead season is steep and predictable, so close out or deeply discount August-September.
Best neighbourhoods for short-term rentals in Tortola
Cane Garden Bay, the island's signature crescent beach on the north shore, is the highest-converting area: its calm water, beach bars and sunset views command premium villa and apartment rates. Road Town, the capital and ferry-and-cruise hub on the south coast, suits guests who want marina access, restaurants and onward connections, and trades on convenience over beachfront.
The west end around Soper's Hole and Nanny Cay marina draws the sailing crowd staying close to their charter base, while the hillside villas above Brewers Bay and Smuggler's Cove offer the secluded, sea-view luxury that defines the top of the market. Across all areas, the BVI's premium villas live or die on view, privacy and pool, and operators must be registered with the Inland Revenue Department to let legally.
Short-term rental rules in Tortola
The British Virgin Islands regulates short-term rentals through national, not municipal, rules. Anyone operating a villa, apartment, guest house or Airbnb for stays under six months is liable for the BVI's Hotel Accommodation Tax, which stands at 10% of the room charge (raised from 7% in February 2017). Every proprietor must register with the Inland Revenue Department within thirty days of starting operation, and the BVI Government has a voluntary collection agreement under which Airbnb collects and remits this tax on bookings.
Beyond the accommodation tax, operating a rental business in the BVI generally requires a trade licence and the usual business registration, and non-belonger property ownership is governed by a Non-Belonger Land Holding Licence regime. Because rules and licensing thresholds can change and depend on ownership status, confirm current obligations with the BVI Inland Revenue Department and Trade Department, and ensure your property is properly registered before letting.
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Frequently asked questions about Airbnb occupancy in Tortola
Tortola averaged about 47% occupancy over the June 2025 to May 2026 period, roughly 170 booked nights a year, exactly on the BVI national average. That is modest by global standards, but the market is built on very high nightly rates and a sharp winter peak rather than high year-round occupancy.
The winter dry season is strongest, building from December through March, with February reaching about 70% on sailing and escape-the-cold demand. August and September are the deep trough, falling to the mid-20s during Atlantic hurricane season. With a 94% seasonality index, winter and spring carry the year, so discount or close late summer.
Yes. The BVI charges a 10% Hotel Accommodation Tax on stays under six months, and every proprietor must register with the Inland Revenue Department within 30 days of starting. A trade licence and business registration are generally required, and non-belonger owners face a separate land-holding licence regime. Confirm current obligations before letting.
Cane Garden Bay, the signature north-shore beach, converts best on calm water and sunset views. Road Town suits marina and ferry access; the west end at Soper's Hole and Nanny Cay draws the sailing crowd; and the hillside villas above Brewers Bay and Smuggler's Cove offer the secluded sea-view luxury that commands the top rates.