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Latest South Africa holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARCape Town
Holiday homes from £22
East London
Holiday homes from £18
Sun City Resort
Holiday homes from £39
Durban
Holiday homes from £22
Johannesburg
Holiday homes from £5
Booking Insights

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.

Good to know

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

November
December
£98
£65
Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 39% 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 April and October.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in South Africa is Friday. In contrast, the most expensive is Sunday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in South Africa for 9 days.
  • The cheapest South Africa holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £15, while the most expensive was £173.
  • 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 56% 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 5,657 properties and an average price of £56 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Gauteng are Grand | Brand New | 2 Bed | Rosebank, 2 Bed Hyde Park Apartment| Netflix| Wifi, and The Royal Prime Guest 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 East London (15% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Cape Town (10%) and Sun City Resort (5%). Searches for holida rentals in Pilanesberg (4%), Johannesburg (4%) and Franschhoek (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 £16. 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 £22 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 £487.

  • 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 £2,086.

  • 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, campgrounds, chalets, houses, homestays, hotels, lodges, luxury tents, villas, cabins, cottages, farm stays, campsites, agritourism, condos, treehouses, boats, bed & breakfasts, guest houses, capsule hotels 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 Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge and Bakubung Bush 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 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 Gauteng and Eastern Cape.

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.