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Best South Africa vacation rentals

Avemore Vredehof 1 with backup power - Stellenbosch - Living room
Avemore Vredehof 1 with backup power
Stellenbosch, South Africa
9.0Wonderful(6)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 199+
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The Log Cabin - Stellenbosch - Living room
The Log Cabin
Stellenbosch, South Africa
9.4Wonderful(872)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 368+
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First Group Lake View Cabanas - Saint Lucia - Beach
First Group Lake View Cabanas
Saint Lucia, South Africa
8.3Very good(918)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 140+
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De Haas Living @ Die Laan 2 - Stellenbosch - Living room
De Haas Living @ Die Laan 2
Stellenbosch, South Africa
9.2Wonderful(521)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 287+
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Prestige Apartment Sandton at Westpoint - Sandton - Bedroom
Prestige Apartment Sandton at Westpoint
Sandton, South Africa
8.0Very good(1061)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 135+
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Century City Boutique Apartments - Cape Town - Bedroom
Century City Boutique Apartments
Cape Town, South Africa
8.2Very good(193)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 145+
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St Lucia Wilds - Saint Lucia - Patio
St Lucia Wilds
Saint Lucia, South Africa
9.1Wonderful(183)
Chalet
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 69+
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Westay Westpoint Apartments - Johannesburg - Living room
Westay Westpoint Apartments
North
7.6Good(1681)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 107+
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Shonalanga Lodge - Saint Lucia - Living room
Shonalanga Lodge
Saint Lucia, South Africa
7.9Good(409)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 90+
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Little Eden St Lucia - Saint Lucia - Patio
Little Eden St Lucia
Saint Lucia, South Africa
9.1Wonderful(502)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 132+
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Flamingo Holiday Flats - Saint Lucia - Pool
Flamingo Holiday Flats
Saint Lucia, South Africa
7.7Good(615)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 85+
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Bakubung Villas - Pilanesberg
Bakubung Villas
Pilanesberg, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(217)
Villa
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 1,310+
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Pilanesberg National Park Entire Unit In Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Safari By Day, Campfire By Night - Pilanesberg
Pilanesberg National Park Entire Unit In Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge Safari By Day, Campfire By Night
Pilanesberg, South Africa
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 288+
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Cag The View Morningside - Johannesburg
Cag The View Morningside
North
8.8Very good(547)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 165+
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Hilton Castle - Hilton
Hilton Castle
Hilton, South Africa
9.2Wonderful(120)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 55+
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Sweet Flamingo - Cape Town
Sweet Flamingo
Cape Town, South Africa
8.9Very good(10)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 118+
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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)

September
March
C$ 141
C$ 126
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% 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 May and September.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in South Africa is Wednesday. In contrast, the most expensive is Saturday.
  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in South Africa for 5 days.
  • Wi-Fi, beachfront, pool, air-conditioned, kitchen/kitchenette, parking, and no minors are the most popular vacation rental property amenities in South Africa
  • Vacation rentals in South Africa are around 16% 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 vacation rental properties, with around 4,609 properties and an average price of C$ 193 per night. The most popular vacation homes in Gauteng are Prestige Apartment Sandton at Westpoint, Cag The View Morningside, and Westay Westpoint Apartments.

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 Saint Lucia (37% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Cape Town (17%) and Plettenberg Bay (14%). Searches for vacation rentals in Hazyview (7%), Sun City Resort (7%) and Sea Point (5%) 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 C$ 16. 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 C$ 4,547.

  • 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 C$ 19,487.

  • 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, villas, apartments, houses, homestays, cottages, agritourism, farm stays, campgrounds, ranches, condos, caravan parks, vacation villages, treehouses, bed & breakfasts, guest houses, hotels, cabins and boats.

  • 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 Leopard Tree Lodge and The Robberg Beach Lodge - Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges.

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

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 vacation home.

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