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Best Airbnb Markets in Canada (2026)

Based on Airbtics data from January 2025 to December 2025, this page shows the top Airbnb locations to invest in Canada with key statistics and information, like short-term rental regulations, number of listings, occupancy rate, average daily rate, and annual revenue. This allows you to discover the most profitable cities to invest in, buy, and own Airbnb rental properties in Canada.

The Airbtics Market Score indicates how attractive a location is for investing in an Airbnb rental property. We determine this score based on the following criteria:

  1. Short-term rental yield: The ratio between annual revenue and property price, as a percentage. Locations with higher Airbnb rental yield score better.
  2. Short-term rental regulations: How STR-friendly the local Airbnb rules and laws are. Markets with more lenient regulations get a higher score.
  3. Market size: The number of Airbnb listings. Larger vacation rental markets get a higher score as it is easier for investors to buy and sell properties.
  4. Growth: How fast the market is becoming saturated. Priority is given to markets that are already developed but are not approaching saturation yet.
  5. Seasonality: To what degree Airbnb performance is affected by seasonality. Less seasonal impact is preferred as investors can enjoy a more stable short-term rental performance throughout the year.
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Last updated: February, 2026

Canada Short-Term Rental Market Overview (Full-Year 2025 Analysis)

National averages across all Canada markets
Average Occupancy Rate i
63.67%
Average Annual Revenue i
CA$47,509
Average Daily Rate (ADR) i
CA$200
YoY Supply Growth i
21.61%
YoY Revenue Change i
16.24%

Top 30 Canada Cities for Airbnb in 2026

Position Market Grade Market Name Regulation No of Listings Avg. Occupancy Rate Avg. Daily Rate Revenue Short-term Rental Yield Rent Gap
1D+Toronto
Strict
9,77570%CA$168CA$43,95712.3%34.5%
2CMontreal
Strict
6,11069%CA$157CA$40,83612.3%34.5%
3BCalgary
Strict
4,54567%CA$143CA$36,02812.3%34.5%
4C+Vancouver
Strict
3,46578%CA$216CA$62,66712.3%34.5%
5C+Edmonton
Strict
2,83264%CA$113CA$27,46712.3%34.5%
6BLes laurentides
Strict
2,61353%CA$279CA$56,07112.3%34.5%
7BWhistler
Strict
2,51764%CA$331CA$78,91612.3%34.5%
8BPrince edward island
Strict
2,15871%CA$232CA$60,83412.3%34.5%
9C+Canmore
Lenient
2,11580%CA$321CA$95,64712.3%34.5%
10COttawa
Strict
1,71766%CA$123CA$30,75712.3%34.5%
11DMississauga
Lenient
1,67462%CA$121CA$28,32012.3%34.5%
12C+Quebec city
Strict
1,28673%CA$187CA$51,54612.3%34.5%
13AMatawinie
Strict
1,24151%CA$261CA$50,48812.3%34.5%
14DWinnipeg
Strict
1,18763%CA$108CA$25,72412.3%34.5%
15B+Niagara falls
Lenient
1,14152%CA$198CA$38,93112.3%34.5%
16E+Surrey
Strict
1,13764%CA$134CA$32,04112.3%34.5%
17D+Richmond
Strict
1,11865%CA$161CA$39,16212.3%34.5%
18APrince edward
Lenient
98961%CA$346CA$78,38812.3%34.5%
19D+Brampton
Lenient
97354%CA$108CA$21,87412.3%34.5%
20D+Hamilton
Lenient
90061%CA$123CA$28,26012.3%34.5%
21C+Crescent beach - hammonds plains
Strict
88364%CA$242CA$57,54912.3%34.5%
22E+Richmond hill
Lenient
85460%CA$130CA$29,36512.3%34.5%
23D+St. john's
Lenient
85170%CA$175CA$45,33112.3%34.5%
24ABruce
Lenient
84660%CA$269CA$59,91612.3%34.5%
25B+Charlevoix
Strict
82953%CA$312CA$62,06612.3%34.5%
26BFrontenac
Lenient
79659%CA$249CA$54,60812.3%34.5%
27BVernon
Strict
74961%CA$286CA$64,66412.3%34.5%
28C+Kootenay rockies
Strict
69269%CA$252CA$64,39812.3%34.5%
29D+Kitchener
Lenient
60764%CA$120CA$28,89012.3%34.5%
30CVaughan
Lenient
46362%CA$131CA$30,57112.3%34.5%

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Why Invest in Airbnb Canada in 2026?

In recent years, Canada has emerged as one of the best locations for investing in short-term rentals thanks to its popular tourist attractions, thriving business activities, growing digital nomad presence, and vibrant cities like Canmore, Whistler and Prince edward. With millions of international visitors coming each year, the demand for vacation rental accommodations is growing, making Airbnb Canada a lucrative option for both local and foreign investors.

Due to strong demand from travelers, Canada offers competitive average daily rates (ADR), healthy occupancy rates, and attractive revenue potential in the best Airbnb markets. Whether you're looking to start your first Airbnb business with a modest budget or to add a luxury short-term rental property to your portfolio, Canada has a profitable location to meet your budget and aspirations as an investor.

Market Saturation Analysis: Canada

Benchmark: Markets are categorized relative to Canada's national averages (Supply: +21.6%, Revenue: +16.2%). Markets above the national average are marked with ↑, while those below are marked with ↓.

🟢

Healthy Growth

Supply > avg, Revenue > avg
Expansion with demand keeping up

  • Calgary Supply: +38.4% | Revenue: +24.9%
  • Bruce Supply: +22.0% | Revenue: +22.5%
  • Kitchener Supply: +27.4% | Revenue: +18.5%
  • Vaughan Supply: +30.5% | Revenue: +18.3%
🟡

Early Saturation

Supply > avg, Revenue ≤ avg
Competition rising

  • Toronto Supply: +37.8% | Revenue: +7.6%
  • Montreal Supply: +32.2% | Revenue: +11.4%
  • Mississauga Supply: +31.8% | Revenue: +11.2%
  • Edmonton Supply: +31.6% | Revenue: +15.6%
  • Brampton Supply: +28.4% | Revenue: +9.9%
  • St. john's Supply: +27.6% | Revenue: +15.9%
  • Richmond hill Supply: +26.0% | Revenue: +14.5%
  • Winnipeg Supply: +25.0% | Revenue: +6.0%
  • Prince edward island Supply: +23.9% | Revenue: +14.2%
  • Richmond Supply: +22.5% | Revenue: +11.2%
🔵

Under-the-Radar

Supply ≤ avg, Revenue > avg
Hidden opportunities

  • Niagara falls Supply: +19.8% | Revenue: +29.0%
  • Whistler Supply: +9.9% | Revenue: +28.1%
  • Matawinie Supply: +18.5% | Revenue: +25.7%
  • Les laurentides Supply: +12.0% | Revenue: +22.4%
  • Kootenay rockies Supply: +16.5% | Revenue: +21.9%
  • Prince edward Supply: +19.3% | Revenue: +21.7%
  • Canmore Supply: +13.1% | Revenue: +20.3%
  • Charlevoix Supply: +11.2% | Revenue: +19.8%
  • Vancouver Supply: +20.8% | Revenue: +18.9%
  • Frontenac Supply: +11.4% | Revenue: +17.8%
🔴

Declining

Supply ≤ avg, Revenue ≤ avg
Risky markets

  • Surrey Supply: -2.1% | Revenue: -0.9%
  • Hamilton Supply: +20.9% | Revenue: +10.5%
  • Quebec city Supply: +16.4% | Revenue: +11.3%
  • Crescent beach - hammonds plains Supply: +17.6% | Revenue: +11.9%
  • Ottawa Supply: +17.6% | Revenue: +12.6%
  • Vernon Supply: +20.0% | Revenue: +14.8%

Best Cities for Airbnb in Canada by Budget

Top 3 Affordable & Mid-Range Airbnb Markets: $500,000 & Below

These markets offer accessible investment opportunities with lower to moderate property prices, suitable for investors seeking entry-level or mid-range options.

  1. Matawinie
    • Property price: CA$246,600
    • STR revenue: CA$50,488/year
    • Yield: 18.6%
  2. Edmonton
    • Property price: CA$301,400
    • STR revenue: CA$27,467/year
    • Yield: 9.6%
  3. Prince edward island
    • Property price: CA$301,400
    • STR revenue: CA$60,834/year
    • Yield: 20.7%

Top 3 Premium & Luxury Airbnb Markets: $500,000 & Above

These markets represent high-end investment opportunities with premium properties, ideal for investors with substantial capital seeking strong returns.

  1. Vaughan
    • Property price: CA$753,500
    • STR revenue: CA$30,571/year
    • Yield: 4.6%
  2. Toronto
    • Property price: CA$822,000
    • STR revenue: CA$43,957/year
    • Yield: 8.4%
  3. Canmore
    • Property price: CA$822,000
    • STR revenue: CA$95,647/year
    • Yield: 12.0%

Top 3 Best Places for Airbnb Arbitrage in Canada

  1. Prince edward
    • STR revenue: CA$78,388/year
    • Rent gap: CA$6,691
  2. Charlevoix
    • STR revenue: CA$62,066/year
    • Rent gap: CA$6,040
  3. Prince edward island
    • STR revenue: CA$60,834/year
    • Rent gap: CA$5,543



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