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Latest South Africa holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARCape Town
Holiday homes from £60
East London
Holiday homes from £23
Johannesburg
Holiday homes from £33

Best South Africa holiday rentals

Baobab Ridge Private Lodge - Kruger National Park - Bedroom
Baobab Ridge Private Lodge
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.7Wonderful(80)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£940+
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Villa Hutchinson - Camps Bay - Bedroom
Villa Hutchinson
Camps Bay, South Africa
Villa
Parking
Pool
Air conditioning
£3,028+
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Lovely 1 Bedroom Apartment - Cape Town - Balcony
Lovely 1 Bedroom Apartment
Cape Town, South Africa
5.5Fair(64)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£73+
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Villa Sedgemoor - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8 - Camps Bay - Balcony
Villa Sedgemoor - Four Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 8
Camps Bay, South Africa
Villa
Air conditioning
£3,146+
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Makumu Private Game Lodge - Kruger National Park - Living room
Makumu Private Game Lodge
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.9Wonderful(145)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£1,059+
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Last Word Kitara - Kruger National Park - Bedroom
Last Word Kitara
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.8Wonderful(22)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£1,087+
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Villa Van Camp - Camps Bay - Living room
Villa Van Camp
Camps Bay, South Africa
Villa
Parking
Pool
Air conditioning
£2,967+
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Shonalanga Lodge - Saint Lucia - Living room
Shonalanga Lodge
Saint Lucia, South Africa
8.0Very Good(405)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£53+
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Villa Atholl - Camps Bay - Living room
Villa Atholl
Camps Bay, South Africa
Villa
Parking
Pool
Air conditioning
£3,708+
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Absolute Farenden Apartments - Pretoria - Living room
Absolute Farenden Apartments
Arcadia
8.9Very Good(687)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£39+
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Garden Route Safari Camp - Mossel Bay - Bedroom
Garden Route Safari Camp
Mossel Bay, South Africa
9.5Wonderful(460)
Safari/tentalow
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£383+
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Lengau Lodge - Kruger National Park
Lengau Lodge
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.9Wonderful(35)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£206+
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Inviting 2-Sleeper Retreat U4 ! - Cape Town
Inviting 2-Sleeper Retreat U4 !
Cape Town, South Africa
10Wonderful(1)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£77+
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Kapama River Lodge - Kruger National Park
Kapama River Lodge
Kruger National Park, South Africa
9.7Wonderful(571)
Lodge
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£1,036+
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De Oude Schuur - Stellenbosch
De Oude Schuur
Stellenbosch, South Africa
8.3Very Good(619)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£48+
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Dzuvha Boutique Villa - Hartbeespoort
Dzuvha Boutique Villa
Hartbeespoort, South Africa
8.9Very Good(21)
Villa
Parking
Air conditioning
£199+
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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 80 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your South Africa vacation rental.

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Good to know

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

November
February
£59
£62
Cheapest month to stay with an average 10% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 62% 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 November and May.
  • 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 9 days.
  • The cheapest South Africa holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £14, while the most expensive was £117.
  • 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 7% 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 4,609 properties and an average price of £45 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Gauteng are Absolute Farenden Apartments, Akanani Apartments, and Dzuvha Boutique Villa.

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 (14% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are East London (8%) and Johannesburg (7%). Searches for holida rentals in Sun City Resort (6%), Pilanesberg (4%) and Saint Lucia (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 £8. 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 £15 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 £571.

  • 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 £2,449.

  • 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, chalets, luxury tents, safari/tentalows, campgrounds, hotels, cabins, cottages, farm stays, campsites, agritourism, condos, caravan parks, treehouses, boats and bed & breakfasts.

  • 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 Bakubung Bush Lodge and Kwa Maritane 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 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.

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.

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