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MOST POPULARCape Town
Holiday homes from R9
Durban
Holiday homes from R14
Johannesburg
Holiday homes from R12
Umhlanga
Holiday homes from R35

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Horseshoe Game Reserve - East London
Horseshoe Game Reserve
East London, South Africa
8.8Very Good(126)
Homestay
Parking
Pool
R476+
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Granchis Guesthouse - Rustenburg
Granchis Guesthouse
Rustenburg, South Africa
5.4Fair(345)
Homestay
Parking
R658+
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Hlalanathi Lodges - 25 North Drive Margate - Margate
Hlalanathi Lodges - 25 North Drive Margate
Margate, South Africa
2.0Poor(2)
Lodge
Parking
R692+
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Lagai Roi Guesthouse - Sun City Resort
Lagai Roi Guesthouse
Sun City Resort, South Africa
7.6Good(27)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R759+
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Sea Views At 14th Cottage - East London
Sea Views At 14th Cottage
East London, South Africa
8.4Very Good(73)
Homestay
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R776+
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Aruka - Bela-Bela
Aruka
Bela-Bela, South Africa
7.1Good(262)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R827+
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Damascus Bush Lodge - Hartbeespoort
Damascus Bush Lodge
Hartbeespoort, South Africa
5.9Fair(350)
Lodge
Pool
R876+
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Kassaboera Lodge - Hartbeespoort - Living room
Kassaboera Lodge
Hartbeespoort, South Africa
8.8Very Good(545)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 265+
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Resthaven - Margate
Resthaven
Margate, South Africa
5.5Fair(6)
Apartment
Parking
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 406+
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Santana Holiday Resort - Margate - Beach
Santana Holiday Resort
Margate, South Africa
7.8Good(135)
Apartment
Pool
R1 839+
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47th on Howard - Knysna - Pool
47th on Howard
Knysna, South Africa
9.0Wonderful(1186)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 889+
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Blue Whale Resort - George
Blue Whale Resort
George, South Africa
9.0Wonderful(235)
Campsite
Parking
R2 113+
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Ballito Village Luxury Apartments by DropInn - Ballito
Ballito Village Luxury Apartments by DropInn
Ballito, South Africa
8.0Very Good(319)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
R2 515+
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Ishumi Flat No7 - Margate
Ishumi Flat No7
Margate, South Africa
4.6Mediocre(3)
Apartment
Parking
R4 201+
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Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge - Pilanesberg - Lobby
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge
Pilanesberg, South Africa
8.5Very Good(927)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R6 052+
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Bakubung Villas - Pilanesberg
Bakubung Villas
Pilanesberg, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(211)
Villa
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R15 845+
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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 80 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your South Africa vacation rental.

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Average price (weekend night)

September
January
R1 271
R1 299
Cheapest month to stay with an average 26% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 91% 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 May and August.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in South Africa is Wednesday. In contrast, the most expensive is Thursday.
  • 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 R411, while the most expensive was R5 859.
  • Pool, beachfront, wifi, 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 113% 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 421 properties and an average price of R844 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Northern Cape are Sleepover Upington, Safari Park Guest Farm, and Leach 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 (6% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Sun City Resort (5%) and Durban (4%). Searches for holida rentals in Magaliesburg (3%), Pretoria (2%) and Johannesburg (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 R198. 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 R272 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 R8 418.

  • 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 R36 079.

  • 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, caravan parks, campsites, treehouses, boats, bed & breakfasts, safari/tentalows and cabins.

  • 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 5% 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 KwaZulu-Natal. Other popular choices include Western Cape and Gauteng.

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