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Ultimate Guide to Start Airbnb in Malaysia. Rules, Startup Cost, Profitability and Statistics.

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Quick Airbnb Statistics and Facts


All statistics below is collected and processed from Airbtics, unless specified otherwise. The observation period is between 2023 October to 2024 September.



  • There are 93,751 active listings in Malaysia.
  • The city with the most number of Airbnb Listings in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur with 19,278.
  • The average occupancy rate of an Airbnb listing in Malaysia is 49%.
  • A typical listing charges MYR218 per night excluding service charge and cleaning fees.
  • The average income of Airbnb host is MYR40,075 per listing per year.
  • Startup cost: It costs around MYR6,697 to start an Airbnb listing. The major costs are to furnish bedrooms and living room.


How to start an Airbnb in Malaysia?



Short-term rental rules & regulations in Malaysia


For regulations, refer to Responsible Airbnb Hosting in Malaysia.



How much does it cost to start an Airbnb in Malaysia?


Bedroom 1


In order for you to furnish a room like below, it'll cost you around MYR6,697 per bedroom.


bedroom
Mattress and bedframe Bedroom MYR950
Wardrobe Bedroom MYR760
Desk Bedroom MYR190
Desk chair Bedroom MYR95
Lighting Bedroom MYR190
Decorative Bedroom MYR190
Curtains Bedroom MYR95
Total Bedroom MYR2,470


Living room


For living room, it'll cost you around MYR9,424 and this'll include dining table set for 4 people.


livingroom
Sofa Living room MYR950
Dining table and chairs Living room MYR570
Coffee table Living room MYR95
Coffee machine Living room MYR190
Microwave Living room MYR190
Laundry Living room MYR950
Total Living room MYR2,945


Other costs


For living room, it'll cost you around MYR6,697 and this'll include dining table set for 4 people.


Finally, you need to budget for various supplies like towels. You may also need smart lock for self-checkin. This'll add another MYR1,282.

Towels Other MYR190
Pillows Other MYR190
Blankets Other MYR190
Smart lock Other MYR285
Security camera Other MYR190
Labour cost Other MYR237
Total Other MYR1,282


Total startup cost for 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms


Number of Bedrooms Total Furnishing Cost
1 Bd Startup Cost MYR6,697
2 Bd Startup Cost MYR9,424
3 Bd Startup Cost MYR11,894


Is it profitable to start an Airbnb in Malaysia?


The average host in the UK earns MYR40,075 per year. Here are the 3 cities with the most number of Airbnb listings. See the full list of 7 cities here.


Kuala lumpur


  • Market Score: 7
  • Revenue: MYR40,451
  • Average Daily Rate: MYR199
  • Occupancy Rate: 56%
  • Regulations: Lenient


Johor bahru


  • Market Score: 6
  • Revenue: MYR36,684
  • Average Daily Rate: MYR218
  • Occupancy Rate: 45%
  • Regulations: Lenient


Melaka


  • Market Score: 5
  • Revenue: MYR31,188
  • Average Daily Rate: MYR247
  • Occupancy Rate: 35%
  • Regulations: Lenient




Useful resources


Here are some of the useful resources for you to get started.


Complete list of on-going host expenses: https://airbtics.com/complete-list-of-airbnb-host-expenses/