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Hlalanathi Lodges - 99 Tagore Rd, Clare Hills, Durban, 4091 - Durban
Hlalanathi Lodges - 99 Tagore Rd, Clare Hills, Durban, 4091
Durban, South Africa
4.7Mediocre(6)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 42+
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Paperbark Cottage, perfectly situated in a beautiful garden - Pinetown - Living room
Paperbark Cottage, perfectly situated in a beautiful garden
Pinetown, South Africa
C$ 70+
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Flamingo Holiday Flats - Saint Lucia - Pool
Flamingo Holiday Flats
Saint Lucia, South Africa
7.8Good(605)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 77+
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Rest & Digest well-being - Gillitts - Patio
Rest & Digest well-being
Gillitts, South Africa
C$ 82+
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Cozy & Stylish 1-Bedroom Studio Apartment - Everton - Patio
Cozy & Stylish 1-Bedroom Studio Apartment
Everton, South Africa
C$ 112+
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Easy Stay - The Median Rosebank - Johannesburg - Balcony
Easy Stay - The Median Rosebank
North
8.4Very good(154)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 137+
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Bergview Apartments - Hilton - Bedroom
Bergview Apartments
Hilton, South Africa
8.7Very good(129)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
C$ 145+
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Luxury beach apartment - Durban - Bedroom
Luxury beach apartment
Point
C$ 214+
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Modern and secure 2 Bed Apartment - Umhlanga - Living room
Modern and secure 2 Bed Apartment
Umhlanga, South Africa
C$ 236+
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Seashelles Self-catering Apartment - Durban - Bedroom
Seashelles Self-catering Apartment
Durban, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(64)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 243+
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Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge - White River - Bedroom
Ndhula Luxury Tented Lodge
White River, South Africa
8.9Very good(1206)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 292+
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Modern 2 bed Apartment in Umhlanga - Umhlanga - Bedroom
Modern 2 bed Apartment in Umhlanga
Umhlanga, South Africa
Pool
C$ 394+
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Simbavati Trails Camp - Kruger National Park - Dining room
Simbavati Trails Camp
Kruger National Park, South Africa
8.7Very good(29)
Pool
C$ 1,245+
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Leopard's Bend Bush Lodge - Hoedspruit - Pool
Leopard's Bend Bush Lodge
Hoedspruit, South Africa
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 1,436+
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Moditlo River Lodge - Hoedspruit - Pool
Moditlo River Lodge
Hoedspruit, South Africa
9.5Wonderful(210)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 1,445+
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Kapama Karula - Hoedspruit - Living room
Kapama Karula
Hoedspruit, South Africa
9.8Wonderful(117)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
C$ 4,879+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for vacation rentals in South Africa

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Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

May
December
C$ 116
C$ 114
Cheapest month to stay with an average 28% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 31% 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 April and September.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in South Africa is Thursday. 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.
  • The cheapest South Africa vacation rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 98, while the most expensive was C$ 98.
  • 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 35% 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 4,696 properties and an average price of C$ 74 per night. The most popular vacation homes in Gauteng are Easy Stay - The Median Rosebank, The Hub Apartments, and Firenza 24.

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 (39% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Cape Town (16%) and Johannesburg (10%). Searches for vacation rentals in Sea Point (10%), Hazyview (6%) and Sun City Resort (6%) 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$ 28. 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$ 28 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$ 672.

  • 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$ 2,879.

  • 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, cottages, agritourism, farm stays, ranches, condos, caravan parks, vacation villages, treehouses, bed & breakfasts, 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 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?

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