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Search South African Holiday Homes
Browse self-catering stays, guest houses, game lodges, nature reserves, caravan and camping sites, hotels and more across South Africa — book direct with the owner.
From search to check-in in four steps
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Search
Filter by area, dates, guests and type of stay, from bush camps to beach cottages.
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Check the details
See photos, amenities, house rules, load-shedding backup, water and Wi-Fi details, and the cancellation policy.
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Request or book
Send your booking with a free Hols account. Some hosts confirm each request first; you are told before you pay.
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Pay securely and stay
Pay by card through TradeSafe. The money is held in escrow and released to the host after check-in.
Book with confidence
Hols puts you in touch with the people who run the place, with clear information and protected payments.
Protected payments
Card payments go through TradeSafe escrow, so the host is paid only after you check in.
No surprises at checkout
The total, including any extras or card fee the host passes on, is shown before you pay.
South African essentials
Hosts can list backup power, water supply, security, Wi-Fi speed, braai facilities and pet rules, so you know what to expect.
Deal with the host
Ask questions and arrange your arrival directly with the person who runs the property.
Clear cancellation terms
Every listing shows its cancellation policy before you book.
Graded stays shown clearly
Properties with verified Tourism Grading Council stars carry a badge on their listing.
- Pay securely through TradeSafe escrow
- Full price shown before you pay
- Cancellation policy on every listing
- Talk to the host directly
Where will you go next?
Browse stays in some of South Africa's favourite holiday areas.
- Cape Winelands
- Garden Route
- Drakensberg
- Kruger
- Cederberg
- Hermanus
- Wild Coast
- Midlands Meander
- Magaliesberg
- West Coast
- KwaZulu-Natal South Coast
- Karoo
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about booking a stay on Hols.
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