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Lions Eye Luxury Apartments - Cape Town - Living room
Lions Eye Luxury Apartments
Cape Town, South Africa
8.1Very Good(454)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€135+
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Sandton Times Square - Sandton - Pool
Sandton Times Square
Sandown
7.9Good(1203)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
€42+
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Point Waterfront Apartments - Durban - Living room
Point Waterfront Apartments
Point
8.2Very Good(2174)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
€74+
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Hornbill House - Hermanus - Living room
Hornbill House
Hermanus, South Africa
8.9Very Good(165)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
€61+
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Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge - Pilanesberg - Pool
Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge
Pilanesberg, South Africa
8.2Very Good(861)
Free Wi-Fi
€278+
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Camps Bay Apartment - Cape Town - Balcony
Camps Bay Apartment
Cape Town, South Africa
8.7Very Good(317)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
€102+
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Horizon Bay 1404 - Cape Town - Living room
Horizon Bay 1404
Cape Town, South Africa
8.5Very Good(17)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
€84+
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Beautiful Abalone - Hermanus - Bedroom
Beautiful Abalone
Hermanus, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(596)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€51+
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Stone Cottages - Cape Town - Pool
Stone Cottages
Cape Town, South Africa
7.9Good(588)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
€71+
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Funkey Villas Cape Town - Cape Town
Funkey Villas Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
9.3Wonderful(246)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
€100+
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Sea Views At 14th - East London
Sea Views At 14th
East London, South Africa
9.2Wonderful(51)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€42+
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Village Apartments - Camps Bay - Cape Town
Village Apartments - Camps Bay
Cape Town, South Africa
8.5Very Good(307)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
€109+
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Windsong Cottage - Hermanus
Windsong Cottage
Hermanus, South Africa
8.8Very Good(68)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
€168+
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Hermanus Beach Club - 106 - Apartment with a view - Hermanus
Hermanus Beach Club - 106 - Apartment with a view
Hermanus, South Africa
5.9Fair(93)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
€88+
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Lagai Roi Guesthouse - Sun City Resort
Lagai Roi Guesthouse
Sun City Resort, South Africa
7.4Good(21)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€40+
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Granchis Guesthouse - Rustenburg
Granchis Guesthouse
Rustenburg, South Africa
5.7Fair(308)
Parking
€31+
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Low season

August

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

€105

Average price (weekend night)

€95
Cheapest month to stay with an average 47% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 199% 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 May and March.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in South Africa is Tuesday. In contrast, the most expensive is Sunday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in South Africa for 3 days.
  • Beachfront, pool, air-conditioned, wifi, and no minors are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in South Africa
  • Holiday rentals in South Africa are around 52% 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 5,211 properties and an average price of €73 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Gauteng are Sandton Times Square, Mint Express Sandton View, and Rivonia Premier Lodge.
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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 (41% of total searches to South Africa). The next most popular destinations are Hout Bay (8%) and Agulhas (6%). Searches for holida rentals in Johannesburg (6%), Germiston (4%) and Camps Bay (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 €16. 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 €2,169.

  • 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 €9,296.

  • 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, campgrounds, cottages, houses, homestays, lodges, villas, chalets, cabins, farm stays, campsites, luxury tents, agritourism, safari/tentalows, condos, boats and caravan parks.

  • 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 Kiara Lodge and Icon Luxury Apartments.

  • 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 KwaZulu-Natal.

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