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The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality brought in R 168,568 over the 12 months through September 2026, in line with the KwaZulu-Natal average of R 169,945.
The short answer
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bookings in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality trail the KwaZulu-Natal average, at prices about 9% lower. Listings averaged R 2,042 a night and were booked on 26% of available nights, against R 2,255 and 30% for the KwaZulu-Natal average.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 64% more per listing than October, usually the slowest.
With 50 active listings, The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality is the 25th-largest of 51 KwaZulu-Natal markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 8% while the number of active listings shrank 11%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
Gross bookings per The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listing averaged R 168,568 over the 12 months to September 2026 (KwaZulu-Natal average: R 169,945), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listing brings in R 25,000 in December, its best month, and R 15,200 in October, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: December leads July by 3%, and October sits just 3% below November, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 31% 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 6.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 48,100+ a month, about 4.7 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 28,100 or more, roughly R 18,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 10,200 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 4,030 or less, about 39% 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 1.6 times what October does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 26,500 R 14,600
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 18,900. 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.
The Big Five False Bay 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.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in December 2025. Across the past two years, December is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 17,571 | 26.0% | R 1,705 | R 586 | 60 days | 2.2 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 15,868 | 25.8% | R 1,722 | R 512 | 80 days | 2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 15,224 | 25.6% | R 1,719 | R 507 | 96 days | 2.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 23,522 | 37.1% | R 1,760 | R 759 | 92 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 16,421 | 25.4% | R 1,768 | R 530 | 69 days | 2.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 16,544 | 29.5% | R 1,743 | R 591 | 76 days | 2.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 19,691 | 24.2% | R 1,812 | R 635 | 67 days | 3.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 19,869 | 28.8% | R 1,843 | R 662 | 103 days | 2.8 nights |
| May 2026 | R 21,093 | 26.6% | R 2,065 | R 680 | 77 days | 2.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 19,258 | 26.6% | R 2,097 | R 642 | 43 days | 2.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 25,521 | 33.4% | R 2,149 | R 823 | 82 days | 3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 18,950 | 25.7% | R 2,137 | R 611 | 73 days | 2.3 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 168,568 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 10,500 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 29,100 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the R 2,300 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about R 10,700 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about R 9,100 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.
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 166,268 | R 456,200 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay1% of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality bookings | R 2,300 | R 6,400 |
| Gross bookings | R 168,568 | R 462,600 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 76% of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 21,100 | −R 57,800 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 2,300 | −R 6,400 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 8,400 | −R 23,100 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 3,400 | −R 9,300 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 5,100 | −R 13,900 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 1,700 | −R 1,700 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 800 | −R 800 |
| 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 42,800 | −R 113,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 125,768about R 10,500 a month | R 349,600about R 29,100 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from The Big Five False Bay 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 The Big Five False Bay 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings are booked on 37% or more of their nights, against 22% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 1,190 adds about R 11,900 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 2,480 a night or more, against a median of R 1,190. 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 16,600 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 25,000, against R 15,200 in October, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings average 4.82 stars, and 30% 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 38,600 a month, against R 14,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings were booked on 26% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the KwaZulu-Natal average (30%) and 9 points below the South Africa average (35%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 41% in December and falls to 25% in October.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 60%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 37% or more, roughly two and a half nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 22% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 11% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality, October the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 29% 45% 24%
The 12-month rate of 26% 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
The average nightly rate in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 2,042 over the past year, about 9% below the KwaZulu-Natal average of R 2,255 and about 16% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and August at about R 1,940 and bottom out in September and October at about R 1,610.
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 4,145+ a night, about 3.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 2,480 or more, about R 1,300 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 1,190 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 825 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates run 21% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 2,150 R 1,520
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,770. The 12-month ADR of R 2,042 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 The Big Five False Bay 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality it averaged R 554 over the past year, from about R 491 in a typical October to about R 807 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 1,370+ per open night, about 4.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 746 or more, about R 440 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 305 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 151 or less, about half of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.6 times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 856 R 470
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 619. The 12-month RevPAR of R 554 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality
Revenue in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality peaks several times a year, in April, July and December, a moderately seasonal pattern.
Average revenue by month in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 25,000 R 15,200
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 18,900.
Revenue by month in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | R 17,500 |
| February | Low season | R 15,900 |
| March | Shoulder season | R 20,200 |
| April | High season | R 20,800 |
| May | Shoulder season | R 19,500 |
| June | Low season | R 17,100 |
| July | High season | R 24,300 |
| August | Shoulder season | R 18,600 |
| September | Low season | R 16,400 |
| October | Low season | R 15,200 |
| November | Low season | R 15,700 |
| December | High season | R 25,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July, December | R 23,400 | 36% | R 1,814 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, March, May, August | R 18,900 | 27% | R 1,834 |
| Low seasonFebruary, June, September–November | R 16,100 | 27% | R 1,700 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
Guests book The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality stays 75 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. November stays are booked furthest out, about 95 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 37 days. A typical November booking is made in mid-August.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 70 days 103 days 32 days
The 12-month figure of 75 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality
None of the 50 active listings in The Big Five False Bay 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality
AirROI's area guide picks five The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Margate, Shelly Beach and Scottburgh. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Margate | Known for its beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife, Margate is a popular holiday destination for local and international tourists. | Margate Beach, The Margate Country Club, Skyline Nature Reserve, Margate Art Museum, Water World |
| Shelly Beach | A tranquil beachfront suburb with a mix of relaxation and adventure, perfect for families and couples. | Shelly Beach, Shelly Centre, Pure Venom Reptile Park, Dolphin Coast, St Michaels on Sea |
| Scottburgh | A charming coastal town offering a mix of relaxation and adventure activities, popular among families and surf enthusiasts. | Scottburgh Beach, Aliwal Shoal, Scuba diving, Truly South Africa Craft market, Scottburgh Golf Club |
| Port Shepstone | A well-known coastal town offering beautiful beaches and a rich history, good for both relaxation and exploration. | Port Shepstone Beach, Lighthouse, Oribi Gorge, Port Shepstone Country Club, Umtentweni Beach |
| Amanzimtoti | A family-friendly beach destination known for its warm waters and abundance of amenities, perfect for vacation rentals. | Amanzimtoti Beach, Amanzimtoti Bird Sanctuary, Splash Water World, Galleria Mall, Navel Hill |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 34% of listings, against 58% for entire homes. Houses are the most common property type at 44%, about 1.6 times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (28%).
Private rooms are a large share of supply
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 58%
- Private room 34%
- Hotel room 8%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 58.0% | 29 |
| Private room | 34.0% | 17 |
| Hotel room | 8.0% | 4 |
Listings by property type
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
- House 44%
- Cabin/Outdoor 28%
- Hotel/Boutique 20%
- Unique stay 6%
- Others 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 44.0% | 22 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 28.0% | 14 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 20.0% | 10 |
| Unique stay | 6.0% | 3 |
| Others | 2.0% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Have?
The most common size among The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality's 29 entire homes with a bedroom count is two bedrooms (9 homes).
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
28%
31%
28%
7%
7%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 27.6% | 8 |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.0% | 9 |
| 3 bedrooms | 27.6% | 8 |
| 4 bedrooms | 6.9% | 2 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.9% | 2 |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Sleep?
The most common capacity in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality is two guests (39% of listings), and 30% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 44 listings with a guest capacity on file (88% of the market).
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
39%
2%
18%
11%
16%
2%
11%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 38.6% | 17 |
| 3 guests | 2.3% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 18.2% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 11.4% | 5 |
| 6 guests | 15.9% | 7 |
| 7 guests | 2.3% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 11.4% | 5 |
How The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 2.7 beds per listing. Only 22% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 2.7
- Show exact location
- 22%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Offer?
Pools are close to standard in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality: 80% of listings have one, and 40% have a fire pit.
Share of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality splits its demand between home and abroad: 47% of guests who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and Germany. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 50%, followed by German and French.
53% of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 53%
- International 47%
Where The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| KwaZulu-Natal | 9.8% |
| Cape Town | 8.3% |
| Durban | 7.5% |
| London | 6.0% |
| Johannesburg | 5.3% |
Where The Big Five False Bay 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 | 52.5% |
| United Kingdom | 10.8% |
| Germany | 8.6% |
| France | 6.5% |
| Netherlands | 3.6% |
Languages spoken by The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 49.6% |
| German | 12.0% |
| French | 8.8% |
| Dutch | 7.2% |
| Afrikaans | 6.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.82 stars, and 30% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.74.
Check-in scores highest in The Big Five False Bay 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 | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.81 |
| Communication | 4.85 |
| Location | 4.81 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality: Stays, Rules and Fees
94% of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 6% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 52% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 74%
- 181-270 days 20%
- 91-180 days 2%
- 31-90 days 4%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 74.0% | 37 |
| 181-270 days | 20.0% | 10 |
| 91-180 days | 2.0% | 1 |
| 31-90 days | 4.0% | 2 |
Days a year The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 4%
- 181-270 days 2%
- 91-180 days 20%
- 31-90 days 52%
- 1-30 days 22%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 4.0% | 2 |
| 181-270 days | 2.0% | 1 |
| 91-180 days | 20.0% | 10 |
| 31-90 days | 52.0% | 26 |
| 1-30 days | 22.0% | 11 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
The average The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality booking lasts 2.8 nights, longest in December and shortest in October. Listings took about 21 bookings each over the year, some 1,060 in all. About nine 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.5 nights 3.8 nights 1.9 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by The Big Five False Bay 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality, used by 42% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 46% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 48% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
About half of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 1% of gross revenue.
- Listings charging a fee
- 50.0%
- Share of gross revenue
- 1.4%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality
The top-grossing Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality, a two-bedroom unit, took in R 825,000 over the past year, about 4.9 times the city's average of R 169,000. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Tchagra House, Hluhluwe Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.91 
Khangela Private Game Lodge-Self-catering Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- R 684,797
- Occupancy
- 38.4%
- Daily rate
- R 4,761
Stylish Bush Lodge with Pool - Kuleni Game Park Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.78 - Revenue
- R 624,229
- Occupancy
- 31.8%
- Daily rate
- R 5,410
Chumbi House, Hluhluwe Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- R 611,178
- Occupancy
- 45.7%
- Daily rate
- R 3,802
Hut on poles in the bush #1 @ Mudhouse Zululand Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- R 517,999
- Occupancy
- 81.7%
- Daily rate
- R 1,719
Solar powered treetop cabin @ Mudhouse Zululand Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- R 500,526
- Occupancy
- 77.0%
- Daily rate
- R 1,702
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
Only 6% of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings are classed as professionally managed. Only 30% of listings are run by Superhosts. 62% of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. 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
- 30.0%
- Professional management
- 6.0%
- Cohosted listings
- 12.0%
- Instant Book enabled
- 62.0%
- Simplified Pricing
- 76.0%
Nearby markets
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality out-earns every one of the four nearby markets in the table, all within 96 km; the best of them, Mtubatuba Local Municipality, averaged about 18% less per listing.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mtubatuba Local Municipality 49 km | 147 | R 138,460 | R 1,708 | 29% |
| uMhlabuyalingana Local Municipality 84 km | 31 | R 113,004 | R 2,012 | 23% |
| Richards Bay 95 km | 42 | R 58,746 | R 1,584 | 26% |
| uMhlathuze Local Municipality 96 km | 91 | R 49,306 | R 1,344 | 23% |
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FAQ
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
An active The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 168,568 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 50 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 28,100 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listings earn between R 4,030 and R 28,100 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 48,100 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
Listings in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality were booked on 26% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 30% for the KwaZulu-Natal average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
The average booked night in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality cost R 2,042 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 825 and R 2,480, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
None of the active The Big Five False Bay 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
Yes, when it's run well. The average The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 168,568 in the 12 months to September 2026, in line with the KwaZulu-Natal average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, R 125,768 a year (about R 10,500 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 29,100 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
December usually pays best, averaging R 25,000 per active listing over the past two years, and October usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
Each night a The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 554 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 1,370 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality stays were booked 75 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 The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
The average The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasted 2.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality rated?
Guests rate The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality Airbnbs 4.82 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
Margate, Shelly Beach and Scottburgh draw the most short-term rental interest in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
AirROI counted 50 active Airbnb listings in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Mtubatuba Local Municipality, 49 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality?
In The Big Five False Bay Local Municipality, about half of listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 1% of gross revenue.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 50 active Airbnb listings in The Big Five False Bay 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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