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MOST POPULARCape Town
Holiday homes from $24
Johannesburg
Holiday homes from $26

Best South Africa holiday rentals

These are the best prices for 24-31 Mar.
Point Waterfront Apartments - Durban - Living room
Point Waterfront Apartments
Point
8.0Very Good(2362)
Apartment
$183+
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The Lodge at Atlantic Beach - Cape Town - Living room
The Lodge at Atlantic Beach
Cape Town, South Africa
8.2Very Good(383)
Villa
$147+
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Oak Tree Lodge - Paarl - Bedroom
Oak Tree Lodge
Paarl, South Africa
8.5Very Good(752)
Lodge
$134+
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African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa - Magaliesburg - Balcony
African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa
Magaliesburg, South Africa
9.2Wonderful(890)
Lodge
$697+
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Cura Lodge - Bloemfontein - Bedroom
Cura Lodge
Bloemfontein, South Africa
7.9Good(161)
Lodge
$60+
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aha Skukuza Safari Lodge - Skukuza - Bedroom
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge
Skukuza, South Africa
8.4Very Good(259)
Lodge
$351+
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The Quarter Apartments - Cape Town - Living room
The Quarter Apartments
De Waterkant
8.1Very Good(641)
Apartment
$170+
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Cape Town Micro Apartments - Cape Town - Bedroom
Cape Town Micro Apartments
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very Good(1024)
Apartment
$49+
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Bains Lodge - Sustainable Electricity - Bloemfontein - Bedroom
Bains Lodge - Sustainable Electricity
Bloemfontein, South Africa
7.1Good(385)
Lodge
$78+
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Icon Luxury Apartments - Cape Town - Bedroom
Icon Luxury Apartments
City Centre
7.0Good(2300)
Apartment
$152+
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Majorca Apartments by BON Hotels - Cape Town - Living room
Majorca Apartments by BON Hotels
Cape Town, South Africa
7.8Good(1655)
Apartment
$165+
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Impala Holiday Flats & Apartments - Durban - Building
Impala Holiday Flats & Apartments
Durban, South Africa
6.5Okay(770)
Apartment
$53+
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The Reef Apartments - East London
The Reef Apartments
East London, South Africa
8.4Very Good(595)
Apartment
$58+
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Cozy Hatfield Condo - Pretoria
Cozy Hatfield Condo
Hatfield
3.4Poor(1005)
Apartment
$21+
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Valley Lodge & Spa - Magaliesburg
Valley Lodge & Spa
Magaliesburg, South Africa
7.7Good(672)
Lodge
$266+
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Thaba Manzi Ranch - Magaliesburg
Thaba Manzi Ranch
Magaliesburg, South Africa
7.1Good(144)
Apartment
$61+
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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)

August
July
$183
$196
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 204% 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 August and September.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in South Africa is Thursday. In contrast, the most expensive is Wednesday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in South Africa for 10 days.
  • 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 22% cheaper than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in South Africa.
  • Gauteng is the region in South Africa with the most affordable holiday rental properties, with around 5,701 properties and an average price of $142 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Gauteng are Vetho 1 Apartments OR Tambo Airport, Vetho 2 Apartments Or Tambo Airport, and Cozy Hatfield Condo.

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 (23% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Kruger National Park (7%) and Sea Point (5%). Searches for holida rentals in Johannesburg (5%), Umhlanga (5%) and Durban (4%) 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 $13. 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 $8 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • 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 chalets, lodges, luxury tents, safari/tentalows, agritourism, apartments, cottages, farm stays, houses, homestays, villas, condos, campgrounds, bed & breakfasts, guest houses, hotels, capsule hotels, campsites 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 Sabie River Bush Lodge and Leopard Tree Lodge.

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

Where to stay in South Africa?

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