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Granchis Guesthouse - Rustenburg
Granchis Guesthouse
Rustenburg, South Africa
5.4Fair(343)
Homestay
Parking
C$ 55+
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Lagai Roi Guesthouse - Sun City Resort
Lagai Roi Guesthouse
Sun City Resort, South Africa
7.5Good(26)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 63+
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Damascus Bush Lodge - Hartbeespoort
Damascus Bush Lodge
Hartbeespoort, South Africa
5.8Fair(346)
Lodge
Pool
C$ 72+
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Shonalanga Lodge - Saint Lucia - Living room
Shonalanga Lodge
Saint Lucia, South Africa
7.9Good(401)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 81+
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Apartment in Umhlanga - Umhlanga - Restaurant
Apartment in Umhlanga
Umhlanga, South Africa
7.9Good(33)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 97+
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Harbourview Lodge - Gordon's Bay - Bedroom
Harbourview Lodge
Gordon's Bay, South Africa
9.2Wonderful(242)
Homestay
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 108+
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300m Walk To Gateway Theatre Of Shopping. - Umhlanga - Pool
300m Walk To Gateway Theatre Of Shopping.
Umhlanga, South Africa
Apartment
C$ 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(910)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 130+
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Westlake Waterfront Villa - Hartbeespoort - Restaurant
Westlake Waterfront Villa
Hartbeespoort, South Africa
7.8Good(84)
House
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 329+
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Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge - Pilanesberg - Lobby
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge
Pilanesberg, South Africa
8.5Very good(918)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 497+
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Bakubung Bush Lodge - Pilanesberg - Living room
Bakubung Bush Lodge
Pilanesberg, South Africa
8.6Very good(916)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 548+
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aha Skukuza Safari Lodge - Skukuza - Bedroom
aha Skukuza Safari Lodge
Skukuza, South Africa
8.4Very good(191)
Lodge
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 557+
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Bakubung Villas - Pilanesberg
Bakubung Villas
Pilanesberg, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(210)
Villa
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 1,295+
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Leopard Sands, Kruger Park - Skukuza - Lounge
Leopard Sands, Kruger Park
Skukuza, South Africa
8.3Very good(18)
Lodge
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 1,386+
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Kruger Shalati - Train on The Bridge & Garden Suites - Skukuza - Balcony
Kruger Shalati - Train on The Bridge & Garden Suites
Skukuza, South Africa
9.7Wonderful(580)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 1,440+
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Umhlanga rocks house - Umhlanga - Dining room
Umhlanga rocks house
Umhlanga, South Africa
House
C$ 2,384+
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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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Average price (weekend night)

September
March
C$ 144
C$ 120
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 27% 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 September and October.
  • 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 4 days.
  • Pool, beachfront, wifi, 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 24% cheaper than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in South Africa.
  • Western Cape is the region in South Africa with the most affordable vacation rental properties, with around 16,593 properties and an average price of C$ 143 per night. The most popular vacation homes in Western Cape are Homestay - Holiday makers/Student lodge/, Harbourview Lodge, and Hartenbos Private Game Lodge.

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 (20%) and Sea Point (10%). Searches for vacation rentals in Hazyview (7%), Johannesburg (7%) and Sun City Resort (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$ 15. Search here for similar prices

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Africa vacation rentals for this weekend for as low as C$ 24 per night. 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$ 1,755.

  • 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$ 7,521.

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

  • 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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