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Latest South Africa holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARCape Town
Holiday homes from R12
Durban
Holiday homes from R15
Johannesburg
Holiday homes from R4
Pretoria
Holiday homes from R10
Umhlanga
Holiday homes from R19

Best South Africa holiday rentals

These are the best prices for 16-23 Jul.
Absolute Farenden Apartments - Pretoria - Balcony
Absolute Farenden Apartments
Arcadia
9.1Wonderful(701)
Apartment
R1 047+
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The Lakes Boutique Lodge - Pretoria - Restaurant
The Lakes Boutique Lodge
Pretoria, South Africa
8.2Very Good(254)
Lodge
R2 184+
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Cape Town Micro Apartments - Cape Town - Bathroom
Cape Town Micro Apartments
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very Good(1157)
Apartment
R557+
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aha Skukuza Safari Lodge - Skukuza - Bedroom
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge
Skukuza, South Africa
8.4Very Good(385)
Lodge
R5 305+
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Urban Elephant 16 On Bree - Cape Town
Urban Elephant 16 On Bree
City Centre
9.0Wonderful(1637)
Apartment
R1 334+
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Urban Oasis at The Square - Cape Town - Balcony
Urban Oasis at The Square
City Centre
8.4Very Good(496)
Apartment
R1 591+
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Marina Views - Cape Town - Building
Marina Views
Cape Town, South Africa
9.1Wonderful(562)
Apartment
R1 277+
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First Group Mount Sierra - Cape Town - Bedroom
First Group Mount Sierra
Gardens
8.9Very Good(199)
Apartment
R2 003+
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Blackheath Lodge - Cape Town - Pool
Blackheath Lodge
Cape Town, South Africa
9.5Wonderful(570)
Lodge
R4 116+
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Marlin Lodge St Lucia - Saint Lucia - Pool
Marlin Lodge St Lucia
Saint Lucia, South Africa
8.9Very Good(469)
Lodge
R1 505+
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The Reef Apartments - East London
The Reef Apartments
East London, South Africa
8.2Very Good(611)
Apartment
R671+
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Oak Tree Lodge - Paarl
Oak Tree Lodge
Paarl, South Africa
8.5Very Good(797)
Lodge
R1 538+
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Cozy Hatfield Condo - Pretoria
Cozy Hatfield Condo
Hatfield
3.2Poor(1773)
Apartment
R216+
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Tuckaway - Somerset West
Tuckaway
Somerset West, South Africa
8.3Very Good(184)
Farm stay
R654+
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Nine - Cape Town
Nine
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very Good(160)
Apartment
R785+
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Authentic Cape Town Apartment near the Waterfront - Cape Town
Authentic Cape Town Apartment near the Waterfront
De Waterkant
9.1Wonderful(47)
Apartment
R1 496+
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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 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your South Africa vacation rental.

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Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

February
October
R1 647
R1 488
Cheapest month to stay with an average 26% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 83% 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 June and July.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in South Africa is Thursday. 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 R596, while the most expensive was R824.
  • 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 29% 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 820 properties and an average price of R913 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Free State are Twilight Breeze Lodge, Marli Guesthouse Self-Catering, and Parys In town Guest lodge and Conference Center.

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 Durban (3%) and Sun City Resort (3%). Searches for holida rentals in Pretoria (3%), 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 R277. 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 R277 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 736.

  • 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 R46 010.

  • 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, boats, bed & breakfasts, capsule hotels, cabins, 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 Self Catering Holiday 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 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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