2025 Airbnb Average Length of Stay: Why Our Guests Stay Twice as Long
What Is Airbnb Average Length of Stay and Why Does It Matter
Airbnb calculates average length of stay as the median nights per booking across your listings. Inside Airbnb Insights, each listing is benchmarked against similar properties matched by bedroom count, amenities, price range, and location.
Longer stays mean fewer turnovers, lower cleaning costs, and more revenue per booking. They also mean quieter guests, less wear on the home, and happier neighbors. At Open Air Homes, we believe longer stays are the future of short-term rentals.
By The Numbers: 2025 in Review
How We Stack Up Against the Market
Our Los Angeles portfolio booked 70.1% of available nights in 2025, compared to 44% among similar listings within Airbnb. In the most competitive short-term rental market in California, this performance reflects disciplined pricing, review velocity, and consistent operational execution.
Dynamic pricing, pet-friendly positioning, and a focus on longer stays help us extract more value from each calendar while protecting peak-season rates and guest quality.
Our listings averaged 120% more page views than comparable homes during Jan ’25 → Jan ’26, according to data collected through Airbnb.
High-impact photography, A/B-tested headlines, and dynamic pricing tools keep us locked above the fold, reaching travelers before they even start filtering.
Our listings appeared on page one 56.5% of the time in 2025, compared to 26% for similar listings on Airbnb.
This consistent placement reflects pricing discipline, photography quality, and review velocity across our portfolio.
Our listings converted at 0.30% in 2025, compared to 0.16% for similar listings on Airbnb. That gap represents an 88% conversion advantage, up from 60% in 2024.
Higher conversion means more bookings from the same traffic, translating directly into higher occupancy and net revenue.
Our guests stayed an average of 10.9 days in 2025, compared to 5.5 days for similar listings on Airbnb.
This nearly 2x advantage reflects intentional design, pricing strategy, and a belief that longer stays are the future of short-term rentals.
2025 Airbnb Average Length of Stay Overview
10.9 days vs 5.5 days for similar listings
Across our portfolio, Open Air Homes guests stayed an average of 10.9 days in 2025, according to data collected directly from Airbnb Insights. Similar listings in the same markets averaged 5.5 days.
This means our guests stay nearly twice as long as guests at comparable homes. Longer stays translate directly into fewer turnovers, lower operating costs, and higher net revenue for homeowners.
How Our 2025 Airbnb Average Length of Stay Improved From 2024
From 9.7 days to 10.9 days year over year
In 2024, our guests averaged 9.7 days compared to 4.8 days for similar listings. In 2025, that increased to 10.9 days compared to 5.5 days for similar listings.
Both our stays and the market’s stays increased, but our advantage held steady at approximately double the market rate. Consistent execution compounds over time.
Why Open Air Homes Designs for Longer Stays
We believe longer stays are the future
At Open Air Homes, we like guests who stay longer. We set up the majority of our homes with this in mind so guests can truly feel local rather than just passing through.
This does not mean we refuse shorter stays. Each homeowner has a preference, and we use pricing, minimum stay settings, and weekly and monthly discounts to encourage longer bookings when that aligns with the homeowner’s goals. Many of our homes accept monthly stays as well.
How We Extend the 2025 Airbnb Average Length of Stay
Four levers that encourage longer bookings
Our longer stay advantage comes from intentional design and pricing strategy. Each lever stacks on the next to push average length of stay well past market norms.
- Remote-work readiness with dedicated workspaces, fast Wi-Fi, and blackout drapes invites digital nomads to book multi-week blocks.
- Weekly and monthly discount ladders with automated 10% (7-night) and 20% (28-night) savings nudge short browsers into longer commitments.
- Concierge prep including grocery pre-stock, baby gear rentals, and mid-stay cleans removes friction. The easier a home feels to live in, the longer guests stay.
- Pet-friendly flexibility lets families travel with dogs for extended periods, adding roughly two extra nights per booking on average.
How Longer Stays Translate to Revenue
Fewer turnovers, higher net income
Turnovers are costly. Cleaning, supplies, linen runs, and accelerated wear add up quickly. Doubling stay length nearly halves turnover count.
A Los Angeles home at $450 per night with a 10.9-day average stay grosses approximately $4,900 per reservation. Owners hit income goals faster, block personal dates with less revenue risk, and watch occupancy remain healthy thanks to fewer gaps between bookings.
Guest Experience: Living, Not Just Visiting
Longer stays produce better guests and better reviews
Guests who stay ten nights unpack, grocery shop, and explore farmers markets. They settle in rather than rush through. This produces richer reviews and higher neighborhood scores.
Quiet, purposeful travelers also pose minimal disturbance, satisfying city compliance rules and keeping neighbors happy. Longer stays benefit everyone: owners, guests, and the communities we operate in.
Transparency in How We Report
We publish the full picture
Many managers hide conversion data. We publish ours because trust is built on specifics. This page will be updated quarterly so homeowners can track our 2025 Airbnb Booking Conversion Rate over time.
You can browse our current portfolio on our Airbnb profile and compare our 2024 conversion results. Nothing is hidden.
The Open Air Homes Difference
A Boutique Hospitality Approach
We ensure higher rankings, 5-star guest experiences, and stress-free management for consistent rental income.
💬 2025 Airbnb Average Length of Stay FAQ
1. What is the average length of stay on Airbnb?
The average length of stay varies by market. In Los Angeles, similar listings averaged 5.5 days in 2025. Open Air Homes achieved 10.9 days, nearly double the market benchmark.
2. How do I check my Airbnb average length of stay?
You can find your average length of stay in Airbnb’s Insights dashboard under the Conversion section. Airbnb calculates it as the median nights per booking across your listings.
3. How can I increase my Airbnb length of stay?
Focus on remote-work amenities, weekly and monthly discounts, pet-friendly policies, and concierge services that make guests feel at home. The easier a home feels to live in, the longer guests stay.
4. Do longer Airbnb stays mean less revenue?
Not necessarily. Longer stays reduce turnover costs, cleaning expenses, and calendar gaps. A 10-night booking at a modest weekly discount often nets more than two 3-night bookings at full price.
5. What is a good minimum stay for Airbnb?
Minimum stay depends on your goals. Open Air Homes works with each homeowner to set minimums that balance occupancy with guest quality. Many of our homes use 3-night or 7-night minimums with weekly and monthly discounts.
6. Are longer Airbnb stays better for neighbors?
Yes. Guests who stay longer tend to be quieter and more settled. Fewer turnovers mean less traffic, fewer late-night arrivals, and fewer disturbances for neighbors.
7. Does Airbnb favor longer stays in search ranking?
Airbnb’s algorithm considers conversion rate and guest satisfaction, both of which can improve with longer stays. Listings that convert well and generate positive reviews tend to rank higher.
8. How does Open Air Homes encourage longer stays?
We design homes for extended visits with dedicated workspaces, fast Wi-Fi, fully stocked kitchens, and weekly and monthly discount ladders. You can see our results on our Airbnb profile.