Holiday Rentals in South Africa
Looking for holiday accommodation in South Africa? Find a rental that suits your group, compare the facilities and booking terms, and book directly with the host through Hols. Start with your destination, dates and number of guests.
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Why book on Hols
Book direct
You book with the host, not a middleman, and can message them before you stay.
Protected payments
Payments are held by TradeSafe and only released to the host after check-in.
Check your dates
The booking calendar shows dates blocked for that property. Hosts can sync external calendars; check your booking confirmation rather than treating a search result as a confirmed reservation.
Types of holiday rentals
Hols supports these accommodation categories. Results depend on the hosts and properties currently listed, so search your area before planning around a particular type. Use the descriptions below to decide what to look for, then check the individual listing's facilities and inclusions.
Self-catering homes
Houses, cottages and apartments for guests who want to prepare meals. Check kitchen equipment, bedroom arrangements and whether you have the whole property or a separate unit.
Guest houses and B&Bs
Room-based stays that may suit a short break or a smaller group. Check whether breakfast is included, which facilities are shared and the room's guest limit.
Game and bush lodges
Stays in or near wildlife areas.
Nature reserves
Accommodation inside private and nature reserves.
Caravan and camping sites
Pitches, sites and glamping units for caravans, tents and campers.
Hotels
Small and boutique hotels listed by their owners.
Choosing holiday accommodation in South Africa
The right stay is about more than a photograph or nightly price. Compare the listing's location, guest capacity and facilities with what your travelling group actually needs. If a detail is missing, ask the host rather than assume it is included.
Space for your group, children and pets
Check the maximum number of guests, bedrooms and bathrooms, then read the house rules. Child-friendly and pet-friendly amenities do not explain every restriction: ask about your children's ages, pet permission and any extra costs. Confirm braai facilities and whether outdoor spaces are shared if these matter to your trip.
Backup power and usable Wi-Fi
Look for the host's power and connectivity details. If inverter backup is listed, ask which appliances it supports and how long it lasts. For remote working, check any stated Wi-Fi speed and ask whether the router stays powered during an outage. Backup power is not a promise that every appliance will work.
Water supply and security
Check whether the listing mentions a water tank or other backup supply, and ask what it serves. Review listed security features such as an alarm or armed response, as well as parking arrangements. These are property-specific facilities, not guarantees of uninterrupted water or personal safety.
Location, access and arrival
Use the search map to compare locations, then check the property details with the host. For a bush stay or camping trip, ask about road conditions, vehicle access, ablutions and electricity at the unit or pitch. Confirm check-in arrangements and any accessibility requirements before booking.
Amenities belong to individual listings. A feature available at one property may not exist at another; the same applies to different rooms or sites at one property.
Compare the full stay cost and cancellation terms
Know the full cost
Search with your intended dates and guest count, not just a headline nightly rate. A listing may have weekend or date-specific prices and a minimum stay. Review the booking breakdown for accommodation, optional extras, any security deposit and applicable payment charges. Hols does not charge a booking fee, but a host may pass the TradeSafe payment fee on to the guest where shown.
Read the cancellation terms
Read the property's cancellation policy before committing. Refund terms and any custom conditions belong to that listing; do not assume they match another stay. Ask the host to clarify unclear terms before you request a booking or make a payment.
How to find and book a rental
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Search
Enter a town or area, your dates and guests. Filter by accommodation type and price, or switch to the map.
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Compare
Check photos, amenities such as backup power, water and Wi-Fi, house rules and the cancellation policy.
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Book with the host
Send your booking request and deal with the host directly.
Register or log in before booking. Where the host offers online payments, use the checkout shown for that property; otherwise send a booking request for the host to review. Sending a request is not the same as receiving a confirmed booking. Check your booking status and confirmation before making travel arrangements.