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MOST POPULARCape Town
Holiday homes from £37
Sandton
Holiday homes from £43

Best South Africa holiday rentals

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Eldon Penthouse - Three Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 6 - Camps Bay - Living room
Eldon Penthouse - Three Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 6
Camps Bay, South Africa
Air conditioning
£386+
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The Crystal Apartments - Cape Town - Pool
The Crystal Apartments
Cape Town, South Africa
8.6Very Good(802)
Parking
Pool
Air conditioning
£84+
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Ndiza Lodge and Cabanas - Saint Lucia - Pool
Ndiza Lodge and Cabanas
Saint Lucia, South Africa
9.0Wonderful(927)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£51+
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Farm View Guest House - East London - Pool
Farm View Guest House
East London, South Africa
9.0Wonderful(212)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£31+
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Cook's Cottage - Franschhoek - Living room
Cook's Cottage
Franschhoek, South Africa
9.5Wonderful(18)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£108+
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Simbavati River Lodge - Kruger National Park - Bedroom
Simbavati River Lodge
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(194)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£985+
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Lions Eye Luxury Apartments - Cape Town - Living room
Lions Eye Luxury Apartments
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very Good(454)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£114+
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Baobab Ridge Private Lodge - Kruger National Park - Pool
Baobab Ridge Private Lodge
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.1Wonderful(80)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£795+
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Lengau Lodge - Kruger National Park
Lengau Lodge
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.6Wonderful(31)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£176+
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Kambaku Safari Lodge - Kruger National Park
Kambaku Safari Lodge
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.4Wonderful(40)
Free Wi-Fi
£314+
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Apostles Pillow - Camps Bay
Apostles Pillow
Camps Bay, South Africa
9.5Wonderful(16)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£317+
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Chacma Bush Camp - Kruger National Park
Chacma Bush Camp
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(16)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£424+
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Santosea - Mossel Bay
Santosea
Mossel Bay, South Africa
8.9Very Good(37)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£65+
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The Cape Bali - Cape Town
The Cape Bali
Cape Town, South Africa
9.5Wonderful(66)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£510+
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Wagenaar Villas - Matroosfontein
Wagenaar Villas
Matroosfontein, South Africa
9.1Wonderful(31)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£20+
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Beachbreak Cottages - Umhlanga
Beachbreak Cottages
Umhlanga, South Africa
9.5Wonderful(195)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£49+
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Low season

July

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

£108

Average price (weekend night)

£109
Cheapest month to stay with an average 38% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 136% 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

  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in South Africa is Tuesday. 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 12 days.
  • The cheapest South Africa holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £23, while the most expensive was £155.
  • Beachfront, pool, air-conditioned, wifi, and no minors are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in South Africa
  • Holiday rentals in South Africa are around 13% 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 384 properties and an average price of £22 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Northern Cape are Toverberg Guest Houses, The Fancy Cactus, and Springbok Apartments.
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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 (13% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Johannesburg (6%) and Franschhoek (5%). Searches for holida rentals in Sun City Resort (5%), Hoedspruit (4%) and East London (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 £14. 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 £1,763.

  • 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 £7,557.

  • 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, chalets, houses, homestays, lodges, villas, luxury tents, safari/tentalows, cottages, agritourism, farm stays, campgrounds, condos, campsites, caravan parks, treehouses 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 Lawhill Luxury Apartments and Wild Mushroom Country House.

  • 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 Eastern Cape.

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