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Latest South Africa holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARCape Town
Holiday homes from R12
Johannesburg
Holiday homes from R4
Durban
Holiday homes from R15
Pretoria
Holiday homes from R10
Umhlanga
Holiday homes from R25

Best South Africa holiday rentals

These are the best prices for 19-26 Aug.
Du Kloof Lodge - Paarl - Building
Du Kloof Lodge
Paarl, South Africa
7.1Good(247)
Lodge
R1 154+
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Sibuya Game Reserve and Lodge - Kenton on Sea - Living room
Sibuya Game Reserve and Lodge
Kenton on Sea, South Africa
9.5Wonderful(259)
Lodge
R15 051+
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Nyaleti Lodge - Hoedspruit - Living room
Nyaleti Lodge
Hoedspruit, South Africa
9.7Wonderful(839)
Lodge
R2 641+
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Kruger Park Lodge Unit No 252 with private pool - Hazyview - Living room
Kruger Park Lodge Unit No 252 with private pool
Hazyview, South Africa
8.7Very Good(120)
Lodge
R3 289+
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Avemore Jan Cats No 5 - with backup power - Stellenbosch - Building
Avemore Jan Cats No 5 - with backup power
Stellenbosch, South Africa
10Wonderful(1)
Apartment
R2 706+
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Limpopo Lodge - Polokwane - Bedroom
Limpopo Lodge
Polokwane, South Africa
4.2Mediocre(135)
Lodge
R356+
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Cape Town Micro Apartments - Cape Town - Bathroom
Cape Town Micro Apartments
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very Good(1175)
Apartment
R553+
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Blackbrick Sandton Two - Johannesburg - Living room
Blackbrick Sandton Two
Sandown
8.1Very Good(1042)
Apartment
R1 085+
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45 Broadway Lodge - Durban - Balcony
45 Broadway Lodge
Durban North
8.8Very Good(69)
Lodge
R810+
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Paxton Luxury Apartments - Port Elizabeth - Living room
Paxton Luxury Apartments
Humewood
7.0Good(512)
Apartment
R1 312+
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Cape Town Beachfront Apartments at Leisure Bay - Cape Town - Building
Cape Town Beachfront Apartments at Leisure Bay
Cape Town, South Africa
7.5Good(1149)
Apartment
R1 356+
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Urban Elephant 16 On Bree - Cape Town
Urban Elephant 16 On Bree
City Centre
9.0Wonderful(1684)
Apartment
R1 360+
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The Reef Apartments - East London
The Reef Apartments
East London, South Africa
8.2Very Good(627)
Apartment
R664+
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Tranquil Nest - Hazyview
Tranquil Nest
Hazyview, South Africa
8.2Very Good(928)
Lodge
R1 021+
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Cozy Hatfield Condo - Pretoria
Cozy Hatfield Condo
Hatfield
3.2Poor(1838)
Apartment
R223+
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Tuckaway - Somerset West
Tuckaway
Somerset West, South Africa
8.3Very Good(187)
Farm stay
R651+
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KAYAK’s Insights for Holiday Rentals in South Africa

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in South Africa with confidence

How early should you book a vacation rental in South Africa?

Book at least 63 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your South Africa vacation rental.

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

July
November
R1 482
R1 449
Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 47% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect South Africa holiday rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap holiday rental in South Africa, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest holiday homes in South Africa can be found in July and August.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in South Africa is Saturday. In contrast, the most expensive is Friday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in South Africa for 4 days.
  • The cheapest South Africa holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R590, while the most expensive was R822.
  • Wi-Fi, beachfront, pool, air-conditioned, hot tub, kitchen/kitchenette, parking, and no minors are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in South Africa
  • Holiday rentals in South Africa are around 41% cheaper than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in South Africa.
  • Free State is the region in South Africa with the most affordable holiday rental properties, with around 812 properties and an average price of R917 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Free State are Kiara Lodge, Rheola's Guest Cottage, and Boschfontein Mountain Lodge.

FAQs when booking a holiday home in South Africa

  • What is the most popular holiday rental destination in South Africa?

    Based on KAYAK holiday rental searches, the most popular destination is Cape Town (4% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Pretoria (4%) and Johannesburg (3%). Searches for holida rentals in Sun City Resort (3%), Hartbeespoort (3%) and Durban (3%) are also popular.

  • How much is a holiday rental in South Africa for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Africa holiday rentals for tonight for as little as R377. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a holiday rental in South Africa for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Africa holiday rentals for this weekend for as little as R390 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a holiday rental for a week in South Africa?

    The average price for a weekly South Africa holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is R10 039.

  • How much is a holiday rental for a month in South Africa?

    The average price for a monthly South Africa holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is R43 023.

  • What types of holiday rentals are available in South Africa?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your holiday home in South Africa. You’ll find apartments, aparthotels, farm stays, guest houses, houses, homestays, lodges, villas, campgrounds, chalets, hotels, luxury tents, agritourism, cottages, condos, campsites, treehouses, cabins, boats, bed & breakfasts, capsule hotels, studios and safari/tentalows.

  • What are some of the most-loved holiday rentals available in South Africa?

    There are many types of properties available for South Africa holiday rentals. If you’re looking for something special, holiday rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Point Waterfront Apartments and Coastlands Durban Pty Ltd.

  • Are there any pet-friendly holiday rentals in South Africa?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly South Africa holiday rentals, with around 9% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

  • What are the most popular regions of South Africa for holiday rentals?

    Based on KAYAK holiday rental searches, the most popular region to stay in South Africa is Western Cape. Other popular choices include KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng.

Where to stay in South Africa?

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