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Latest South Africa holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARCape Town
Holiday homes from R10
Durban
Holiday homes from R14
Johannesburg
Holiday homes from R5
Umhlanga
Holiday homes from R14
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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 73 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)

February
December
R1 024
R1 263
Cheapest month to stay with an average 14% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 63% 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 March and February.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in South Africa is Saturday. In contrast, the most expensive is Tuesday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in South Africa for 3 days.
  • The cheapest South Africa holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R323, while the most expensive was R1 688.
  • Wi-Fi, beachfront, pool, air-conditioned, kitchen/kitchenette, parking, and no minors are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in South Africa
  • Holiday rentals in South Africa are around 204% cheaper than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in South Africa.
  • Northern Cape is the region in South Africa with the most affordable holiday rental properties, with around 505 properties and an average price of R779 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Northern Cape are Maloba Lodge - Private Game Reserve, morewag farm, and Ginas Place.

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 (5% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Sun City Resort (4%) and Durban (3%). Searches for holida rentals in Pretoria (2%), Johannesburg (2%) and Hartbeespoort (2%) 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 R495. 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 R8 129.

  • 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 R34 838.

  • 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, guest houses, houses, homestays, lodges, villas, campgrounds, chalets, hotels, luxury tents, agritourism, cottages, farm stays, condos, campsites, treehouses, boats, bed & breakfasts, capsule hotels, cabins 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 Coastlands Durban Self Catering Holiday Apartments and Point Waterfront Apartments.

  • 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 6% 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?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in South Africa by showing you the exact location of each holiday home.

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