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Kouga Local Municipality, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality brought in R 180,223 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 48% more than the Eastern Cape average of R 121,368.
The short answer
Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Kouga Local Municipality run ahead of the Eastern Cape average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged R 2,812 a night and were booked on 29% of available nights, against R 1,810 and 29% for the Eastern Cape average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.8 times as much as in September, usually the slowest.
With 847 active listings, Kouga Local Municipality is the second-largest of 28 Eastern Cape markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 12% while the number of active listings shrank 9%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Kouga Local Municipality?
Gross bookings per Kouga Local Municipality listing averaged R 180,223 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 Kouga Local Municipality listing brings in R 43,700 in December, its best month, and R 15,900 in September, its slowest. August runs within 2% of September, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 37% 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 4.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 57,200+ a month, about four times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 29,600 or more, roughly R 15,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 14,200 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 6,360 or less, about 45% 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 2.8 times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 43,900 R 14,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 22,700. 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.
Kouga Local Municipality 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, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 15,391 | 25.2% | R 2,563 | R 513 | 45 days | 3.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 18,721 | 29.0% | R 2,608 | R 604 | 62 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 20,610 | 30.4% | R 2,649 | R 687 | 72 days | 4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 43,569 | 46.2% | R 3,088 | R 1,405 | 142 days | 7.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 29,161 | 33.5% | R 2,921 | R 941 | 102 days | 4.2 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 23,243 | 36.0% | R 2,708 | R 830 | 72 days | 4.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 22,841 | 31.7% | R 2,726 | R 737 | 57 days | 4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 26,963 | 34.8% | R 2,735 | R 899 | 57 days | 4.5 nights |
| May 2026 | R 20,731 | 26.8% | R 2,893 | R 669 | 38 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 20,129 | 26.5% | R 2,982 | R 671 | 40 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 30,106 | 33.8% | R 3,053 | R 971 | 48 days | 5.6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 16,512 | 22.1% | R 2,977 | R 533 | 53 days | 3 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.
The typical Kouga Local Municipality listing earns about R 14,200 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb estimator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 180,223 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 11,000 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about R 23,100 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the R 7,500 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about R 11,600 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about R 9,500 a month.
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.
Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 172,723 | R 360,400 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay4% of Kouga Local Municipality bookings | R 7,500 | R 15,700 |
| Gross bookings | R 180,223 | R 376,100 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 11%: 15.5% for the 67% of Kouga Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 20,600 | −R 43,000 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 7,500 | −R 15,700 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 9,000 | −R 18,800 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 3,600 | −R 7,500 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 5,400 | −R 11,300 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 1,800 | −R 1,800 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 900 | −R 900 |
| 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 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −R 48,800 | −R 99,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 131,423about R 11,000 a month | R 277,100about R 23,100 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Kouga Local Municipality'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 Kouga Local Municipality 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 Kouga Local Municipality's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Kouga Local Municipality listings are booked on 46% or more of their nights, against 26% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 1,950 adds about R 19,500 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 3,640 a night or more, against a median of R 1,950. 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 17,300 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 43,700, against R 15,900 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Kouga Local Municipality listings average 4.82 stars, and 40% 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 31,300 a month, against R 15,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Kouga Local Municipality?
Kouga Local Municipality listings were booked on 29% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Eastern Cape average and 6 percentage points below the South Africa average (35%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 48% in December and falls to 24% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 66%+ of open nights, 40 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 46% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 26% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 12% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Kouga Local Municipality, August the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 32% 50% 22%
The 12-month rate of 29% 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 Kouga Local Municipality?
The average nightly rate in Kouga Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 2,812 over the past year, about 55% above the Eastern Cape average of R 1,810 and about 16% above the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in December at about R 2,990 and bottom out in September at about R 2,335.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about five times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 5,865+ a night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 3,640 or more, about R 1,700 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 1,950 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 1,160 or less, about 59% of the median.
December rates run 28% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 3,090 R 2,110
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 2,660. The 12-month ADR of R 2,812 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality?
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 Kouga Local Municipality it averaged R 813 over the past year, from about R 521 in a typical August to about R 1,410 in a typical December.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 1,830+ per open night, about 3.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 1,020 or more, about R 500 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 518 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 282 or less, about 54% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 2.7 times August's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 1,420 R 467
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 744. The 12-month RevPAR of R 813 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality
Revenue in Kouga Local Municipality peaks several times a year, in April, July and December–January, a highly seasonal pattern. Business is slowest from August to November and slows again in May and June.
Average revenue by month in Kouga Local Municipality
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 43,700 R 15,900
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 22,700.
Revenue by month in Kouga Local Municipality in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | R 29,800 |
| February | Shoulder season | R 21,800 |
| March | Shoulder season | R 22,400 |
| April | High season | R 24,600 |
| May | Low season | R 18,100 |
| June | Low season | R 17,100 |
| July | High season | R 26,200 |
| August | Low season | R 16,200 |
| September | Low season | R 15,900 |
| October | Low season | R 16,800 |
| November | Low season | R 19,500 |
| December | High season | R 43,700 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July, December–January | R 31,100 | 38% | R 2,823 |
| Shoulder seasonFebruary–March | R 22,100 | 35% | R 2,618 |
| Low seasonMay–June, August–November | R 17,200 | 27% | R 2,561 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality?
Guests book Kouga Local Municipality stays 76 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 125 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 35 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-August.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 57 days 142 days 29 days
The 12-month figure of 76 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 Kouga Local Municipality
None of the 847 active listings in Kouga Local Municipality 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 Kouga Local Municipality.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality
AirROI's area guide picks seven Kouga Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by St Francis Bay, Cape St Francis and Kammieskraal. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis Bay | A beautiful coastal town with a unique canal system and stunning beaches, St Francis Bay is perfect for families and water sports enthusiasts. The picturesque scenery and tranquil environment are ideal for relaxation. | St Francis Links Golf Course, Seal Point Lighthouse, The Canals, St Francis Bay Beach, Shopping at local boutiques, Wildlife tours |
| Cape St Francis | Home to unspoiled beaches and the picturesque Cape St Francis Nature Reserve, this area offers a more laid-back atmosphere. Ideal for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful getaway. | Cape St Francis Beach, Cape St Francis Lighthouse, Shark Point, Penguin Rescue Centre, Bird watching, Nature trails |
| Kammieskraal | A serene escape into the interior of Kouga, Kammieskraal offers a charming rural experience. It's popular for those who want to connect with nature and enjoy hiking and outdoor activities. | Hiking trails, Scenic views, Cultural experiences with local communities, Wildlife sightings, Photography opportunities, Nature walks |
| Humewood | Located near Port Elizabeth, Humewood features close proximity to beaches and the Boardwalk entertainment complex. Great for urban tourists who want both beach access and city amenities. | Humewood Beach, Boardwalk Mall, Bayworld Oceanarium, Dolphinarium, McArthur Pool, Sunny Cove |
| Paradise Beach | Known for its tranquil atmosphere and scenic views, Paradise Beach is a great retreat for families and nature lovers. The area is less crowded, providing a peaceful escape. | Paradise Beach, Nature conservation areas, Wildlife viewing, Birdwatching spots, Scenic walking paths, Fishing spots |
| Thornhill | A small village in the Kouga region, Thornhill offers a close-knit community experience. Ideal for guests looking for a rural lifestyle and local culture. | Local markets, Cultural heritage sites, Rural experiences, Outdoor activities, Photography spots, Community events |
| Ocean View | A scenic coastal community with stunning views of the ocean and surrounding nature. It's ideal for those seeking relaxation and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. | Ocean View Beach, Panoramic viewpoints, Walking trails along the coast, Local fishing spots, Nearby nature reserves, Cultural activities |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 83% of listings in Kouga Local Municipality, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in seven (15%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 49%, ahead of apartments and condos (34%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 83%
- Private room 15%
- Hotel room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 83.5% | 707 |
| Private room | 15.0% | 127 |
| Hotel room | 1.5% | 13 |
Listings by property type
Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
- House 49%
- Apartment/Condo 34%
- Hotel/Boutique 9%
- Others 5%
- Cabin/Outdoor 2%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 48.9% | 414 |
| Apartment/Condo | 33.8% | 286 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 9.4% | 80 |
| Others | 5.2% | 44 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 2.5% | 21 |
| Unique stay | 0.2% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Kouga Local Municipality Have?
Most Kouga Local Municipality homes are built for groups: 54% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two-bedroom homes are the most common single size (27%). Shares are of the 688 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Kouga Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
3%
16%
27%
24%
18%
13%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.1% | 21 |
| 1 bedroom | 16.3% | 112 |
| 2 bedrooms | 26.6% | 183 |
| 3 bedrooms | 23.8% | 164 |
| 4 bedrooms | 17.6% | 121 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 12.6% | 87 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Kouga Local Municipality
A typical studio in Kouga Local Municipality earned R 79,500 over the past year, against R 308,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 21 | R 79,500 | R 102,000 | R 1,034 | 32% |
| 1 bedroom | 112 | R 79,800 | R 111,000 | R 1,267 | 35% |
| 2 bedrooms | 183 | R 81,900 | R 140,000 | R 1,929 | 31% |
| 3 bedrooms | 164 | R 118,000 | R 183,000 | R 3,196 | 27% |
| 4 bedrooms | 121 | R 239,000 | R 302,000 | R 4,586 | 29% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 87 | R 308,000 | R 383,000 | R 6,362 | 30% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Kouga Local Municipality Sleep?
The most common capacity in Kouga Local Municipality is eight or more guests (29% of listings), and 49% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 780 listings with a guest capacity on file (92% of the market).
Kouga Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
<1%
20%
4%
22%
6%
18%
2%
29%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.1% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 19.7% | 154 |
| 3 guests | 3.8% | 30 |
| 4 guests | 21.8% | 170 |
| 5 guests | 5.5% | 43 |
| 6 guests | 18.5% | 144 |
| 7 guests | 1.8% | 14 |
| 8+ guests | 28.7% | 224 |
How Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Kouga Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 3.8 beds per listing. Only 38% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 17
- Beds per listing
- 3.8
- Show exact location
- 38%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Kouga Local Municipality Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Kouga Local Municipality: 96% of listings offer it, and 77% have a barbecue grill.
Share of Kouga Local Municipality listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Kouga Local Municipality
Listings in Kouga Local Municipality with a boat slip earned about 2.7 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R 447,000 against R 168,000. The gap is smaller for a pool view (about 2.3 times as much) and a sound system (about 2.3 times 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 Kouga Local Municipality 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boat slip | 4% | R 447,000 | R 168,000 | +166% |
| Pool view | 6% | R 384,000 | R 167,000 | +129% |
| Sound system | 10% | R 362,000 | R 160,000 | +126% |
| Indoor fireplace | 32% | R 284,000 | R 131,000 | +117% |
| Game console | 1% | R 376,000 | R 177,000 | +112% |
| Kayak | 5% | R 338,000 | R 172,000 | +97% |
| Sun loungers | 18% | R 298,000 | R 154,000 | +93% |
| Pool | 31% | R 263,000 | R 142,000 | +85% |
| Waterfront | 22% | R 274,000 | R 154,000 | +78% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 2% | R 303,000 | R 177,000 | +71% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Kouga Local Municipality?
Kouga Local Municipality splits its demand between home and abroad: 42% of guests 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 52%, followed by Afrikaans and German.
58% of Kouga Local Municipality guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 58%
- International 42%
Where Kouga Local Municipality guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Cape Town | 13.7% |
| Port Elizabeth | 6.4% |
| Johannesburg | 4.4% |
| Pretoria | 3.4% |
| Gqeberha | 2.9% |
Where Kouga Local Municipality guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 58.4% |
| Germany | 12.8% |
| United Kingdom | 7.7% |
| United States | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | 2.6% |
Languages spoken by Kouga Local Municipality guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 52.1% |
| Afrikaans | 13.5% |
| German | 13.5% |
| French | 6.1% |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Kouga Local Municipality?
Kouga Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 40% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.79.
Communication scores highest in Kouga Local Municipality; 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 | 4.84 |
| Cleanliness | 4.82 |
| Communication | 4.91 |
| Location | 4.88 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.79 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Kouga Local Municipality: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than nine in ten Kouga Local Municipality listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 9% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kouga Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 70%
- 181-270 days 21%
- 91-180 days 8%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 70.4% | 596 |
| 181-270 days | 21.1% | 179 |
| 91-180 days | 8.3% | 70 |
| 31-90 days | 0.2% | 2 |
Days a year Kouga Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days <1%
- 181-270 days 9%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 34%
- 1-30 days 34%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 0.4% | 3 |
| 181-270 days | 8.7% | 74 |
| 91-180 days | 22.3% | 189 |
| 31-90 days | 34.4% | 291 |
| 1-30 days | 34.2% | 290 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality?
The average Kouga Local Municipality booking lasts 5.3 nights, longest in December and shortest in August. Listings took about 13 bookings each over the year, some 11,200 in all. About two-thirds of 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 Kouga Local Municipality
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.3 nights 6.9 nights 3.4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly three-quarters of listings in Kouga Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Kouga Local Municipality 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 Kouga Local Municipality?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Kouga Local Municipality, used by 51% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 33% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Kouga Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Kouga Local Municipality?
About seven in ten Kouga Local Municipality listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is R 480, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to R 1,228, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 5.3 nights, that adds roughly R 90 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 4% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- R 480
- Average cleaning fee
- R 1,228
- Listings charging a fee
- 71.0%
- Share of gross revenue
- 4.2%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Kouga Local Municipality
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality, a four-bedroom home, took in R 1,730,000 over the past year, about 9.6 times the city's average of R 180,000.
Laid back luxury canal house Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96 
Villa Spray Canals, relaxation, luxury Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- R 1.4M
- Occupancy
- 47.7%
- Daily rate
- R 9,317
Supertubes Beachfront Villa -16 Pepper street Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.78 - Revenue
- R 1.3M
- Occupancy
- 45.4%
- Daily rate
- R 7,768
Exquisite home on the canals - canal rd (off grid) Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- R 1.2M
- Occupancy
- 57.6%
- Daily rate
- R 6,152
Uninterrupted views in the canal area Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- R 1.2M
- Occupancy
- 46.9%
- Daily rate
- R 8,779
Palm Views @ Huletts &Bruce’s Surf & Granny’s Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 1.1M
- Occupancy
- 44.9%
- Daily rate
- R 6,877
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Kouga Local Municipality?
Tara is the top-grossing host in Kouga Local Municipality, with R 4.10 million in bookings across 18 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 12% of the market's 847 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Cape St Francis Resort grossed R 416,000 per listing, 83% more than Tara's R 228,000.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tara | 18 | R 4,098,234 | R 227,680 | 4.85/5 | |
| Chezanne And Team | 24 | R 3,646,798 | R 151,950 | 4.88/5 | |
| Cape St Francis Resort | 8 | R 3,328,704 | R 416,088 | 4.80/5 | |
| 4 | Vanessa | 8 | R 2,651,343 | R 331,418 | 4.76/5 |
| 5 | Coast Concierge Luxury Home Re… | 10 | R 2,513,016 | R 251,302 | 4.98/5 |
| 6 | Anna | 9 | R 2,377,934 | R 264,215 | 4.81/5 |
| 7 | Janine | 13 | R 2,304,895 | R 177,300 | 4.88/5 |
| 8 | Georgeane | 10 | R 2,172,348 | R 217,235 | 4.63/5 |
| 9 | Colin | 2 | R 2,139,505 | R 1,069,752 | 4.95/5 |
| 10 | Joe | 1 | R 1,725,914 | R 1,725,914 | 4.96/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Kouga Local Municipality?
Only 3% of Kouga Local Municipality listings are classed as professionally managed, though 29% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 38% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 25% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 67% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 38.5%
- Professional management
- 3.1%
- Cohosted listings
- 28.7%
- Instant Book enabled
- 25.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 67.4%
Nearby markets
Kouga Local Municipality vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the six nearby markets in the table, all within 83 km, Seaview (46 km away, 54 listings) earned the most per listing, about 49% more than Kouga Local Municipality.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeffreys Bay 7 km | 154 | R 119,728 | R 2,091 | 30% |
| Saint Francis Bay 9 km | 91 | R 201,728 | R 3,678 | 29% |
| Seaview 46 km | 54 | R 267,678 | R 2,230 | 35% |
| Port Elizabeth 67 km | 322 | R 79,962 | R 1,208 | 32% |
| Gqeberha 68 km | 893 | R 111,464 | R 1,345 | 32% |
| Kou-Kamma Local Municipality 83 km | 105 | R 166,400 | R 1,696 | 30% |
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Markets Similar to Kouga Local Municipality
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Kouga Local Municipality:
- Saldanha Bay Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,733/night · 29.9%
- Swartland Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,020/night · 27.5%
- Bergrivier Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,579/night · 27.6%
- Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,115/night · 30.8%
- Umhlanga Rocks Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,606/night · 31.5%
- Drakenstein Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,737/night · 32.7%
FAQ
Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Kouga Local Municipality?
An active Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 180,223 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 847 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 29,600 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kouga Local Municipality listings earn between R 6,360 and R 29,600 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 57,200 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 Kouga Local Municipality?
Listings in Kouga Local Municipality were booked on 29% 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 Kouga Local Municipality?
The average booked night in Kouga Local Municipality cost R 2,812 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 1,160 and R 3,640, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality?
None of the active Kouga Local Municipality 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 Kouga Local Municipality?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 180,223 in the 12 months to September 2026, 48% above the Eastern Cape average of R 121,368. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, R 131,423 a year (about R 11,000 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about R 23,100 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Kouga Local Municipality?
December usually pays best, averaging R 43,700 per active listing over the past two years, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Kouga Local Municipality?
Each night a Kouga Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 813 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 1,830 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Kouga Local Municipality?
Kouga Local Municipality stays were booked 76 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Kouga Local Municipality?
The average Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasted 5.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 13 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Kouga Local Municipality rated?
Guests rate Kouga Local Municipality Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Kouga Local Municipality?
St Francis Bay, Cape St Francis and Kammieskraal draw the most short-term rental interest in Kouga Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Kouga Local Municipality?
AirROI counted 847 active Airbnb listings in Kouga Local Municipality as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Jeffreys Bay, 7 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Kouga Local Municipality?
In Kouga Local Municipality, about seven in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is R 480, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to R 1,228, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 847 active Airbnb listings in Kouga Local Municipality 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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