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MOST POPULARCape Town
Vacation homes from $9
East London
Vacation homes from $21
Sun City Resort
Vacation homes from $40
Durban
Vacation homes from $15
Johannesburg
Vacation homes from $16
Sandton
Vacation homes from $18

Best South Africa vacation rentals

Luxurious Holiday Home I No Power Cuts - Cape Town - Pool
Luxurious Holiday Home I No Power Cuts
Cape Town, South Africa
10Wonderful(1)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$1,137+
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Sea Point Oasis 250m to Ocean, Sunsets & Promenade - Cape Town - Kitchen
Sea Point Oasis 250m to Ocean, Sunsets & Promenade
Cape Town, South Africa
7.7Good(1)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$156+
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Luxurious Sea Point Studio Apartment - Cape Town - Lobby
Luxurious Sea Point Studio Apartment
Cape Town, South Africa
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
$142+
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Cool edge of the world Loft Apartment! - Cape Town - Living room
Cool edge of the world Loft Apartment!
Cape Town, South Africa
Apartment
$206+
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Amazing Villa in Fresnaye - Cape Town - Living room
Amazing Villa in Fresnaye
Cape Town, South Africa
Villa
Pool
$2,129+
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Banhoek Lodge - Stellenbosch - Bedroom
Banhoek Lodge
Stellenbosch, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(719)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$321+
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The Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges - Plettenberg Bay - Living room
The Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges
Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
8.5Very good(1352)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$338+
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AfriCamps at Ingwe - Plettenberg Bay - Balcony
AfriCamps at Ingwe
Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
9.1Wonderful(349)
Chalet
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$127+
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First Group Lake View Cabanas - Saint Lucia - Beach
First Group Lake View Cabanas
Saint Lucia, South Africa
8.3Very good(925)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$89+
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Menlyn Maine Luxury Rentals - Pretoria - Lounge
Menlyn Maine Luxury Rentals
Pretoria, South Africa
8.4Very good(400)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$102+
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Marlin Lodge St Lucia - Saint Lucia - Pool
Marlin Lodge St Lucia
Saint Lucia, South Africa
8.8Very good(474)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$83+
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Guided Tour of Belhar South Africa - Belhar
Guided Tour of Belhar South Africa
Belhar, South Africa
1.0Poor(1)
Campground
Parking
$48+
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Amza guest room - Mogwase
Amza guest room
Mogwase, South Africa
7.5Good(8)
Apartment
Parking
Pet friendly
$33+
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34 Hornbill Street - Saint Lucia
34 Hornbill Street
Saint Lucia, South Africa
8.7Very good(22)
Apartment
Parking
Pet friendly
$58+
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Sekos Guest House & Shisanyama - Saint Lucia
Sekos Guest House & Shisanyama
Saint Lucia, South Africa
7.0Good(33)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$43+
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Granchis Guesthouse - Rustenburg
Granchis Guesthouse
Rustenburg, South Africa
5.4Fair(358)
Homestay
Parking
$41+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for vacation 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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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

May
October
$82
$71
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% 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 vacation rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap vacation rental in South Africa, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest vacation homes in South Africa can be found in January and November.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in South Africa is Saturday. In contrast, the most expensive is Tuesday.
  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in South Africa for 8 days.
  • The cheapest South Africa vacation rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $37, while the most expensive was $437.
  • Pool, beachfront, wifi, air-conditioned, kitchen/kitchenette, parking, and adults only are the most popular vacation rental property amenities in South Africa
  • Vacation rentals in South Africa are around 20% 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 vacation rental properties, with around 423 properties and an average price of $58 per night. The most popular vacation homes in Northern Cape are Safari Park Guest Farm, Biki Plek, and Royal Apartments Kimberley.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in South Africa

  • What is the most popular vacation rental destination in South Africa?

    Based on KAYAK vacation rental searches, the most popular destination is East London (10% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Cape Town (8%) and Johannesburg (4%). Searches for vacation rentals in Kruger National Park (3%), Pilanesberg (2%) and Midrand (2%) are also popular.

  • How much is a vacation rental in South Africa for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Africa vacation rentals for tonight for as low as $17. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a vacation rental for a week in South Africa?

    The average price for a weekly South Africa vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is $826.

  • How much is a vacation rental for a month in South Africa?

    The average price for a monthly South Africa vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is $3,539.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in South Africa?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in South Africa. You’ll find chalets, lodges, luxury tents, safari/tentalows, apartments, aparthotels, guest houses, houses, homestays, villas, campgrounds, hotels, agritourism, cottages, farm stays, condos, holiday parks, treehouses, boats, bed & breakfasts and cabins.

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in South Africa?

    There are many types of properties available for South Africa vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Safi Self Catering Suites and Bakubung Bush Lodge.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in South Africa?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly South Africa vacation rentals, with around 5% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

  • What are the most popular regions of South Africa for vacation rentals?

    Based on KAYAK vacation rental searches, the most popular region to stay in South Africa is Eastern Cape. Other popular choices include Western Cape and Gauteng.

Where to stay in South Africa?

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