Antigua and Barbuda recorded more than US$23 million in revenue from short-term rental properties over a 13-month period, according to new regional data that highlights sharp disparities across the Caribbean market.
Figures from AirROI, covering October 2024 to October 2025, show that while the broader CARICOM region earned roughly US$396 million from short-term rentals, most of the gains were concentrated in four destinations: The Bahamas, Jamaica, Belize and Barbados.
The Bahamas led the region with US$148.6 million — nearly 38% of all earnings — followed by Jamaica at US$80.8 million. Belize and Barbados generated US$53.4 million and US$51.3 million respectively. Combined, these markets accounted for 84% of all revenue tracked in the 15 countries analysed.
Antigua and Barbuda ranked among the region’s mid-sized performers, with US$23.2 million in earnings. The figure places the twin-island state ahead of several Eastern Caribbean neighbours, including St Lucia, which recorded US$13 million.
At the lower end of the spectrum were smaller territories such as Montserrat, Haiti and Dominica, where short-term rental activity remains limited. Montserrat generated just US$123,700 over the period, while Haiti and Dominica collected US$175,200 and US$487,000 respectively.
Analysts say the disparities reflect longstanding differences in tourism infrastructure, airlift, and destination marketing — all key factors that determine whether short-term rentals become a major source of revenue or remain a niche segment within the hospitality sector.
