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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Gqeberha, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Gqeberha brought in R 111,456 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 8% less than the Eastern Cape average of R 121,368.
The short answer
Gqeberha Airbnb Market at a Glance
Gqeberha is cheaper but busier than the Eastern Cape average. Listings averaged R 1,345 a night and were booked on 32% of available nights, against R 1,810 and 29% for the Eastern Cape average.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 88% more per listing than June, usually the slowest.
With 893 active listings, Gqeberha is the largest of 28 Eastern Cape markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 9% while the number of active listings grew 6%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Gqeberha?
Gross bookings per Gqeberha listing averaged R 111,456 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Eastern Cape average: R 121,368), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Gqeberha listing brings in R 20,200 in December, its best month, and R 10,700 in June, its slowest. September runs within 1% of June, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 30,100+ a month, about 3.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 18,100 or more, roughly R 8,600 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 9,510 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 4,380 or less, about 46% of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
December earns about 1.9 times what June does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 20,600 R 9,050
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 13,100. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Gqeberha Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
December 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in July 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 10,068 | 32.8% | R 1,227 | R 336 | 35 days | 3.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 12,488 | 36.8% | R 1,248 | R 403 | 46 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 11,869 | 36.2% | R 1,255 | R 396 | 41 days | 4.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 19,771 | 43.9% | R 1,410 | R 638 | 74 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 12,412 | 30.0% | R 1,360 | R 400 | 44 days | 4.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 11,302 | 35.3% | R 1,290 | R 404 | 34 days | 4.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 14,420 | 37.8% | R 1,327 | R 465 | 36 days | 3.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 16,038 | 41.3% | R 1,369 | R 535 | 54 days | 3.9 nights |
| May 2026 | R 13,878 | 33.2% | R 1,428 | R 448 | 32 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 12,378 | 30.2% | R 1,465 | R 413 | 30 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 17,201 | 36.0% | R 1,474 | R 555 | 35 days | 5.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 12,432 | 30.3% | R 1,464 | R 401 | 43 days | 3.5 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Gqeberha home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb estimator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Gqeberha Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Gqeberha Airbnb took in R 111,456 in the 12 months to September 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about R 211,500, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 12,800 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Gqeberha Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 107,056 | R 203,100 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay4% of Gqeberha bookings | R 4,400 | R 8,400 |
| Gross bookings | R 111,456 | R 211,500 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 76% of Gqeberha listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 13,900 | −R 26,300 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 4,400 | −R 8,400 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 5,600 | −R 10,600 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 2,200 | −R 4,200 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 3,300 | −R 6,300 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 1,100 | −R 1,100 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 600 | −R 600 |
| ManagementR 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | R 0 | R 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | R 0 | R 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | R 0 | R 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −R 31,100 | −R 57,500 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 80,356about R 6,700 a month | R 154,000about R 12,800 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Gqeberha Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Gqeberha's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Gqeberha home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Gqeberha's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Gqeberha listings are booked on 52% or more of their nights, against 30% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 945 adds about R 9,440 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 1,625 a night or more, against a median of R 945. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about R 10,700 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 20,200, against R 10,700 in June, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Gqeberha listings average 4.72 stars, and 34% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about R 17,600 a month, against R 9,300 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Gqeberha?
Gqeberha listings were booked on 32% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the Eastern Cape average (29%) and 3 points below the South Africa average (35%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 46% in December and falls to 29% in June.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 44 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 52% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 30% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 15% or less, under two nights a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Gqeberha, June the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 36% 47% 28%
The 12-month rate of 32% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Gqeberha?
The average nightly rate in Gqeberha, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,345 over the past year, about 26% below the Eastern Cape average of R 1,810 and about 45% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in December at about R 1,400 and bottom out in September and October at about R 1,155.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about four times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 2,540+ a night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 1,625 or more, about R 680 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 945 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 650 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
December rates run 21% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 1,470 R 1,080
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,290.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Gqeberha?
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Gqeberha it averaged R 425 over the past year, from about R 357 in a typical June to about R 651 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 895+ per open night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 535 or more, about R 230 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 302 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 163 or less, about half of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.8 times June's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 665 R 302
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 429.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Gqeberha
Gqeberha has two high seasons, March–April and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Gqeberha
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 20,200 R 10,700
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 13,100.
Revenue by month in Gqeberha in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | R 12,800 |
| February | Low season | R 11,500 |
| March | High season | R 14,200 |
| April | High season | R 15,900 |
| May | Shoulder season | R 12,100 |
| June | Low season | R 10,700 |
| July | Shoulder season | R 14,100 |
| August | Low season | R 11,100 |
| September | Low season | R 10,800 |
| October | Low season | R 11,300 |
| November | Shoulder season | R 12,100 |
| December | High season | R 20,200 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember | R 20,200 | 46% | R 1,400 |
| High seasonMarch–April | R 15,000 | 41% | R 1,300 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, May, July, November | R 12,800 | 34% | R 1,301 |
| Low seasonFebruary, June, August–October | R 11,100 | 33% | R 1,255 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Gqeberha?
Guests book Gqeberha stays 45 days ahead on average (about six weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 66 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 25 days. A typical December booking is made in early October.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 38 days 74 days 19 days
The 12-month figure of 45 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Gqeberha
None of the 893 active listings in Gqeberha display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Gqeberha.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Gqeberha
AirROI's area guide picks eight Gqeberha neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Humewood, Summerstrand and Central. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Humewood | Popular beachside suburb known for its beautiful beaches and family-friendly atmosphere. Ideal for tourists looking for fun in the sun, water sports, and relaxation. | Humewood Beach, Kings Beach, Bayworld, Boardwalk Casino, Shark Rock Pier, Hobie Beach |
| Summerstrand | Upscale residential area close to the ocean, frequented by tourists and locals alike, making it a prime spot for beach lovers and adventure seekers. | Summerstrand Beach, Nelson Mandela University, The Boardwalk, Dolphin Beach, Radisson Blu Hotel, Pollok Beach |
| Central | The heart of Gqeberha, with a mix of business and entertainment options. Ideal for travelers looking for city life, with easy access to restaurants and shops. | St. George's Park, The Opera House, Vuyisile Mini Square, Gqeberha City Hall, Gqeberha Railway Station, Local markets |
| Walmer | Charming suburb with a mix of old-world and modern architecture. Great for visitors wanting a quieter stay close to the city center. | Walmer Park Shopping Centre, Paddock Park, Shaw Park, Nearby beaches, Local coffee shops, Art galleries |
| Mount Pleasant | Quiet suburban area known for its parks and gardens, appealing to families and travelers looking for a relaxing escape. | Mount Pleasant Park, Nearby beaches, Local eateries, Accessible nature trails, Viewpoints, Community markets |
| Zapopan | Emerging neighborhood popular with locals and tourists for its vibrant community and local culture, ideal for a more authentic experience. | Local markets, Traditional eateries, Cultural festivals, Parks, Art galleries, Community events |
| New Brighton | Known for its rich history and cultural significance, offering a unique experience for tourists interested in local heritage and community. | New Brighton Community Center, Nearby historical sites, Local cuisine, Cultural events, Beach access, Art displays |
| Algoa Bay | Scenic bay area popular for its marine life and outdoor activities, perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers. | Algoa Bay beaches, Dolphin and whale watching, Scuba diving spots, Nearby nature reserves, Water sports centers, Scenic views |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Gqeberha Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 79% of listings in Gqeberha, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in five (21%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 44%, about 1.7 times the share of houses (26%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Gqeberha Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 79%
- Private room 21%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 78.8% | 704 |
| Private room | 20.8% | 186 |
| Hotel room | 0.3% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Gqeberha Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 44%
- House 26%
- Hotel/Boutique 15%
- Others 14%
- Cabin/Outdoor 1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 43.7% | 390 |
| House | 25.8% | 230 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 14.9% | 133 |
| Others | 14.0% | 125 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.3% | 12 |
| Unique stay | 0.3% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Gqeberha Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Gqeberha (45% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (26%). Shares are of the 676 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Gqeberha entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
5%
45%
26%
15%
4%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 5.3% | 36 |
| 1 bedroom | 44.7% | 302 |
| 2 bedrooms | 26.3% | 178 |
| 3 bedrooms | 15.1% | 102 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4.1% | 28 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.4% | 30 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Gqeberha
A typical studio in Gqeberha earned R 41,100 over the past year, against R 144,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 36 | R 41,100 | R 75,900 | R 706 | 35% |
| 1 bedroom | 302 | R 67,600 | R 86,300 | R 845 | 36% |
| 2 bedrooms | 178 | R 124,000 | R 143,000 | R 1,502 | 34% |
| 3 bedrooms | 102 | R 153,000 | R 196,000 | R 2,280 | 31% |
| 4 bedrooms | 28 | R 119,000 | R 237,000 | R 3,314 | 32% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 30 | R 144,000 | R 224,000 | R 4,447 | 29% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Gqeberha Sleep?
Most Gqeberha listings are sized for couples and small families: 76% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 7% take eight or more. Shares are of the 801 listings with a guest capacity on file (90% of the market).
Gqeberha listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
43%
6%
26%
4%
11%
1%
7%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.9% | 7 |
| 2 guests | 42.7% | 342 |
| 3 guests | 6.5% | 52 |
| 4 guests | 26.3% | 211 |
| 5 guests | 4.1% | 33 |
| 6 guests | 11.2% | 90 |
| 7 guests | 0.7% | 6 |
| 8+ guests | 7.5% | 60 |
How Gqeberha Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Gqeberha hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About three in ten listings (30%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 13
- Beds per listing
- 2.3
- Show exact location
- 30%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Gqeberha Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Gqeberha: 92% of listings offer it, and 43% offer self check-in.
Share of Gqeberha listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Gqeberha
Listings in Gqeberha with a waterfront setting earned about 2.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R 224,000 against R 100,000. The gap is smaller for an ocean view (about twice as much) and a gym (about twice as much). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Gqeberha listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront | 9% | R 224,000 | R 100,000 | +123% |
| Ocean view | 9% | R 214,000 | R 101,000 | +112% |
| Gym | 13% | R 199,000 | R 98,300 | +102% |
| Elevator | 10% | R 189,000 | R 103,000 | +84% |
| Beach access | 27% | R 162,000 | R 92,500 | +75% |
| Hammock | 1% | R 185,000 | R 111,000 | +68% |
| Resort access | 4% | R 176,000 | R 109,000 | +62% |
| Indoor fireplace | 12% | R 168,000 | R 104,000 | +62% |
| Self check-in | 43% | R 143,000 | R 88,300 | +62% |
| Outdoor shower | 4% | R 173,000 | R 109,000 | +59% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Gqeberha?
Most Gqeberha guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 26% of those who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from Germany and the United Kingdom. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 55%, followed by Afrikaans and German.
74% of Gqeberha guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 74%
- International 26%
Where Gqeberha guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Cape Town | 13.6% |
| East London | 7.4% |
| Johannesburg | 6.5% |
| Port Elizabeth | 5.2% |
| Gqeberha | 3.8% |
Where Gqeberha guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 73.9% |
| Germany | 6.5% |
| United Kingdom | 3.7% |
| United States | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | 1.4% |
Languages spoken by Gqeberha guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 55.3% |
| Afrikaans | 15.5% |
| German | 6.8% |
| Xhosa | 6.1% |
| French | 3.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Gqeberha?
Gqeberha Airbnbs average 4.72 stars, and 34% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.74.
Communication and check-in score highest in Gqeberha; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.76 |
| Cleanliness | 4.77 |
| Communication | 4.82 |
| Location | 4.79 |
| Check-in | 4.82 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Gqeberha: Stays, Rules and Fees
86% of Gqeberha listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 15% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 31% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Gqeberha listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 60%
- 181-270 days 26%
- 91-180 days 12%
- 31-90 days 2%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 60.2% | 538 |
| 181-270 days | 26.1% | 233 |
| 91-180 days | 11.8% | 105 |
| 31-90 days | 1.8% | 16 |
| 1-30 days | 0.1% | 1 |
Days a year Gqeberha listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 12%
- 91-180 days 27%
- 31-90 days 31%
- 1-30 days 27%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.1% | 19 |
| 181-270 days | 12.4% | 111 |
| 91-180 days | 26.8% | 239 |
| 31-90 days | 31.5% | 281 |
| 1-30 days | 27.2% | 243 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Gqeberha?
The average Gqeberha booking lasts 4.7 nights, longest in December and shortest in August. Listings took about 18 bookings each over the year, some 16,100 in all. About seven in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Gqeberha
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.1 nights 4.8 nights 3.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Gqeberha Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than nine in ten listings in Gqeberha accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Gqeberha listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Gqeberha?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Gqeberha, used by 31% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 56% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 35% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Gqeberha listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Gqeberha?
More than six in ten Gqeberha listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is R 215, and some higher fees lift the average to R 351. Spread over the average stay of 4.7 nights, that adds roughly R 45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 4% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- R 215
- Average cleaning fee
- R 351
- Listings charging a fee
- 61.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 4.0%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Gqeberha
The top-grossing Airbnb in Gqeberha, a four-bedroom home, took in R 1,050,000 over the past year, about 9.4 times the city's average of R 111,000.
Sea Renity Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98 
Stylish Beachfront House Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- R 777,910
- Occupancy
- 72.3%
- Daily rate
- R 3,607
Luxury Apartment - Unit 216 Brookes Hill Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.79 - Revenue
- R 711,661
- Occupancy
- 74.5%
- Daily rate
- R 2,626
5 On Day Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 681,617
- Occupancy
- 37.1%
- Daily rate
- R 5,318
The River House - Addo Elephant Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- R 635,309
- Occupancy
- 65.2%
- Daily rate
- R 2,698
View@34Marine Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.78 - Revenue
- R 617,787
- Occupancy
- 38.9%
- Daily rate
- R 6,235
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Gqeberha?
The Host Corporate is the top-grossing host in Gqeberha, with R 10.9 million in bookings across 69 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 19% of the market's 893 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Linda And Allie grossed R 326,000 per listing, about twice The Host Corporate's R 158,000.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Host Corporate | 69 | R 10,886,765 | R 157,779 | 4.54/5 | |
| Mariliesh | 39 | R 8,099,827 | R 207,688 | 4.82/5 | |
| Matthew | 13 | R 3,302,503 | R 254,039 | 4.58/5 | |
| 4 | Rose | 5 | R 1,547,887 | R 309,577 | 4.87/5 |
| 5 | Tanya | 8 | R 1,488,842 | R 186,105 | 4.76/5 |
| 6 | Linda And Allie | 4 | R 1,304,207 | R 326,052 | 4.96/5 |
| 7 | Lynette | 6 | R 1,166,426 | R 194,404 | 4.83/5 |
| 8 | Olivia | 10 | R 1,118,628 | R 111,863 | 4.83/5 |
| 9 | Trudie | 5 | R 1,063,028 | R 212,606 | 4.83/5 |
| 10 | C.J. | 10 | R 1,055,128 | R 105,513 | 4.76/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Gqeberha?
Only 12% of Gqeberha listings are classed as professionally managed, though 26% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 38% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 76% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 38.3%
- Professional management
- 12.0%
- Cohosted listings
- 26.1%
- Instant Book enabled
- 35.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 75.6%
Nearby markets
Gqeberha vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the six nearby markets in the table, all within 74 km, Seaview (22 km away, 54 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.4 times as much as Gqeberha.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Elizabeth 2 km | 322 | R 79,962 | R 1,208 | 32% |
| Seaview 22 km | 54 | R 267,678 | R 2,230 | 35% |
| Sundays River Valley Local Municipality 54 km | 69 | R 150,517 | R 1,344 | 34% |
| Jeffreys Bay 64 km | 154 | R 119,728 | R 2,091 | 30% |
| Kouga Local Municipality 68 km | 847 | R 180,230 | R 2,812 | 29% |
| Saint Francis Bay 74 km | 91 | R 201,728 | R 3,678 | 29% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Eastern Cape
- East London Airbnb data 523 listings
- Ndlambe Local Municipality Airbnb data 326 listings
- Camdeboo Local Municipality Airbnb data 222 listings
- Great Kei Local Municipality Airbnb data 137 listings
- Kou-Kamma Local Municipality Airbnb data 105 listings
- Makana Local Municipality Airbnb data 85 listings
- Gonubie Airbnb data 82 listings
- Nkonkobe Local Municipality Airbnb data 77 listings
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Markets Similar to Gqeberha
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Gqeberha:
- Sandton Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,379/night · 34.8%
- Durban North Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,565/night · 32.8%
- Randburg Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,194/night · 34.3%
- Midrand Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,234/night · 28.8%
- Kingsburgh Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,393/night · 27.1%
- Rosebank Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,485/night · 35.8%
FAQ
Gqeberha Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Gqeberha?
An active Gqeberha Airbnb grossed R 111,456 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 893 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 18,100 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Gqeberha?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Gqeberha listings earn between R 4,380 and R 18,100 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 30,100 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Gqeberha?
Listings in Gqeberha were booked on 32% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 29% for the Eastern Cape average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Gqeberha?
The average booked night in Gqeberha cost R 1,345 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 650 and R 1,625, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Gqeberha?
None of the active Gqeberha listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Gqeberha?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Gqeberha Airbnb grossed R 111,456 in the 12 months to September 2026, 8% below the Eastern Cape average of R 121,368, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about R 12,800 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Gqeberha?
December usually pays best, averaging R 20,200 per active listing over the past two years, and June usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Gqeberha?
Each night a Gqeberha listing was open to book earned R 425 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made R 895 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Gqeberha?
Gqeberha stays were booked 45 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Gqeberha?
The average Gqeberha Airbnb stay lasted 4.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 18 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Gqeberha rated?
Guests rate Gqeberha Airbnbs 4.72 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Gqeberha?
Humewood, Summerstrand and Central draw the most short-term rental interest in Gqeberha. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Gqeberha?
AirROI counted 893 active Airbnb listings in Gqeberha as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Port Elizabeth, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Gqeberha?
In Gqeberha, more than six in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is R 215, and some higher fees lift the average to R 351.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 893 active Airbnb listings in Gqeberha from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in South African rand at R 16.6 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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