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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Bela Bela Local Municipality, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality brought in R 356,206 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 74% more than the Limpopo average of R 205,123.
The short answer
Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Bela Bela Local Municipality run ahead of the Limpopo average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged R 4,964 a night and were booked on 25% of available nights, against R 3,050 and 25% for the Limpopo average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 244 active listings, Bela Bela Local Municipality is the largest of 17 Limpopo markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 6%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Gross bookings per Bela Bela Local Municipality listing averaged R 356,206 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Limpopo average: R 205,123), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Bela Bela Local Municipality listing brings in R 65,300 in December, its best month, and R 32,100 in February, its slowest. 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 4.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 103,000+ a month, about 3.6 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 60,400 or more, roughly R 32,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 28,800 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 12,100 or less, about 42% 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 twice what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 67,600 R 29,900
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 40,600. 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.
Bela Bela 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 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 35,236 | 26.6% | R 4,433 | R 1,175 | 71 days | 2.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 41,851 | 30.0% | R 4,530 | R 1,350 | 76 days | 2.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 35,985 | 26.5% | R 4,416 | R 1,200 | 83 days | 2.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 63,025 | 40.4% | R 4,745 | R 2,033 | 121 days | 3.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 36,102 | 23.4% | R 4,633 | R 1,165 | 69 days | 3.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 31,442 | 25.1% | R 4,519 | R 1,123 | 54 days | 2.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 40,184 | 26.5% | R 4,663 | R 1,296 | 56 days | 3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 46,579 | 29.7% | R 4,784 | R 1,553 | 71 days | 3 nights |
| May 2026 | R 39,823 | 24.6% | R 4,972 | R 1,285 | 54 days | 2.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 41,830 | 26.4% | R 5,132 | R 1,394 | 48 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 55,115 | 33.6% | R 5,156 | R 1,778 | 61 days | 3.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 41,004 | 24.4% | R 5,064 | R 1,323 | 82 days | 2.8 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 356,206 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 21,700 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 46,000 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the R 12,300 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about R 22,700 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about R 18,800 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.
Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 343,906 | R 721,700 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Bela Bela Local Municipality bookings | R 12,300 | R 25,900 |
| Gross bookings | R 356,206 | R 747,600 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 72% of Bela Bela Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 42,800 | −R 89,800 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 12,300 | −R 25,900 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 17,800 | −R 37,400 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 7,100 | −R 15,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 10,700 | −R 22,400 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 3,600 | −R 3,600 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 1,800 | −R 1,800 |
| 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 96,100 | −R 195,900 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 260,106about R 21,700 a month | R 551,700about R 46,000 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Bela Bela 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 Bela Bela 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Bela Bela Local Municipality listings are booked on 38% or more of their nights, against 24% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 4,595 adds about R 46,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 6,295 a night or more, against a median of R 4,595. 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 34,400 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 65,300, against R 32,100 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Bela Bela Local Municipality listings average 4.64 stars, and 19% 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 62,300 a month, against R 29,700 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Bela Bela Local Municipality listings were booked on 25% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Limpopo average and 10 percentage points below the South Africa average (35%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 42% in December and falls to 24% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 57%+ of open nights, 33 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 38% or more, roughly two and a half nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 24% 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 28% 43% 22%
The 12-month rate of 25% 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality?
The average nightly rate in Bela Bela Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 4,964 over the past year, about 63% above the Limpopo average of R 3,050 and about twice the South Africa average of R 2,425. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and July at about R 4,825 and bottom out in September and November at about R 4,150.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.9 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 8,530+ a night, about 1.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 6,295 or more, about R 1,700 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 4,595 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 2,195 or less, about half of the median.
July rates run 16% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 5,160 R 3,860
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 4,540. The 12-month ADR of R 4,964 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 Bela Bela 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality it averaged R 1,260 over the past year, from about R 1,150 in a typical February to about R 2,110 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 2,890+ per open night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 1,750 or more, about R 780 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 975 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 468 or less, about half of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.8 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 2,180 R 997
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,330. The 12-month RevPAR of R 1,260 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality
Revenue in Bela Bela Local Municipality peaks several times a year, in April, July and December, a moderately seasonal pattern.
Average revenue by month in Bela Bela Local Municipality
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 65,300 R 32,100
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 40,600.
Revenue by month in Bela Bela Local Municipality in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | R 36,300 |
| February | Low season | R 32,100 |
| March | Shoulder season | R 38,800 |
| April | High season | R 45,800 |
| May | Low season | R 35,900 |
| June | Low season | R 35,900 |
| July | High season | R 46,600 |
| August | Shoulder season | R 39,100 |
| September | Low season | R 35,700 |
| October | Shoulder season | R 37,800 |
| November | Shoulder season | R 37,900 |
| December | High season | R 65,300 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July, December | R 52,600 | 35% | R 4,723 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, August, October–November | R 38,400 | 27% | R 4,404 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, May–June, September | R 35,200 | 25% | R 4,537 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Guests book Bela Bela Local Municipality stays 72 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 110 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 46 days. A typical December booking is made in late 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 65 days 121 days 39 days
The 12-month figure of 72 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality
None of the 244 active listings in Bela Bela 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality
AirROI's area guide picks eight Bela Bela Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Bela Bela Hot Springs, Zebediela and Mookgophong (Naboomspruit). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bela Bela Hot Springs | Famous for its natural hot springs, this area attracts tourists seeking relaxation and wellness retreats. Perfect for vacation rentals catering to families and spa enthusiasts. | Bela Bela Hot Springs, Thornybush Game Reserve, De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre, Mystic Monkeys and Feathers ZOO, Bela-Bela Railway Station |
| Zebediela | Situated near the beautiful Modimolle district, Zebediela offers a tranquil environment perfect for nature lovers. This area is an emerging destination for eco-tourism and relaxation. | Zebediela Citrus Estate, Modimolle Nature Reserve, Krugersdorp Game Reserve, local craft markets, scenic hiking trails |
| Mookgophong (Naboomspruit) | A quiet town known for its scenic beauty and outdoor activities, making it ideal for guests looking for peaceful retreats and adventure sports. | Mookgophong Golf Club, Sun City Resort, Mokolo Dam, Mokolo River, Walks in the Bush |
| Soutpansberg Mountains | Offers breathtaking views and rich biodiversity. A great area for Airbnb investments catering to hikers and nature enthusiasts. | Soutpansberg Nature Reserve, Luvuvhu River, local hiking trails, scenic mountain views, wildlife viewing opportunities |
| Bela Bela Golf Club | A prime location for golf enthusiasts, this area attracts visitors interested in golfing holidays, offering both leisure and sport. | Bela Bela Golf Course, Club House, south African food cuisine nearby, golfing tournaments, nature scenery |
| Bokpoort | A lesser-known area with unique attractions including a mix of adventure and rural retreats, perfect for those seeking a rural escape. | Camelot Spa, outdoor adventure activities, trails, scenic drives, local eateries |
| Velddrif | While primarily known for fishing and boating, the Velddrif area also offers various options for comfortable stays and engaging outdoor experiences. | Fishing on the Berg River, bird watching, Hiking trails, local art galleries, seafood restaurants |
| Waterberg | A natural paradise with varied wildlife and landscape, popular for outdoor activities, making it excellent for nature lodges and eco-friendly Airbnb's. | Marakele National Park, Waterberg Game Reserve, horse riding, bird watching, photography spots |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Nine in ten Airbnbs in Bela Bela Local Municipality are entire homes (90%), with private rooms at 10%. Houses account for 77% of the stock; cabins and other outdoor stays come next at 17%.
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 90%
- Private room 10%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 90.2% | 220 |
| Private room | 9.8% | 24 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
- House 77%
- Cabin/Outdoor 17%
- Hotel/Boutique 3%
- Apartment/Condo 3%
- Others <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 76.6% | 187 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 16.8% | 41 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.9% | 7 |
| Apartment/Condo | 2.9% | 7 |
| Others | 0.8% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Bela Bela Local Municipality Have?
Most Bela Bela Local Municipality homes are built for groups: 83% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and five-plus-bedroom homes are the most common size (38%). Shares are of the 217 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Bela Bela Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
6%
11%
16%
29%
38%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 5.5% | 12 |
| 2 bedrooms | 11.1% | 24 |
| 3 bedrooms | 16.1% | 35 |
| 4 bedrooms | 29.0% | 63 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 38.2% | 83 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Bela Bela Local Municipality
A typical one-bedroom home in Bela Bela Local Municipality earned R 55,100 over the past year, against R 425,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 12 | R 55,100 | R 89,800 | R 1,073 | 27% |
| 2 bedrooms | 24 | R 93,500 | R 155,000 | R 2,029 | 29% |
| 3 bedrooms | 35 | R 204,000 | R 274,000 | R 3,340 | 27% |
| 4 bedrooms | 63 | R 261,000 | R 360,000 | R 5,418 | 23% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 83 | R 425,000 | R 561,000 | R 7,593 | 27% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Bela Bela Local Municipality Sleep?
Bela Bela Local Municipality is a group-trip market: 71% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 6.1 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (12%).
Bela Bela Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
5%
11%
<1%
12%
1%
71%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 5.0% | 12 |
| 4 guests | 11.2% | 27 |
| 5 guests | 0.4% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 11.6% | 28 |
| 7 guests | 1.2% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 70.7% | 171 |
How Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Bela Bela Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 6.4 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. Only 38% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 22
- Beds per listing
- 6.4
- Show exact location
- 38%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Bela Bela Local Municipality Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Bela Bela Local Municipality: 97% of listings have one, and 61% have a fire pit.
Share of Bela Bela Local Municipality listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Bela Bela Local Municipality
Listings in Bela Bela Local Municipality with a barbecue grill earned about 2.9 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R 418,000 against R 143,000. The gap is smaller for a fire pit (about 2.8 times as much) and sun loungers (about 2.4 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 Bela Bela 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBQ grill | 77% | R 418,000 | R 143,000 | +192% |
| Fire pit | 61% | R 477,000 | R 169,000 | +182% |
| Sun loungers | 16% | R 697,000 | R 289,000 | +141% |
| Indoor fireplace | 52% | R 469,000 | R 232,000 | +103% |
| Patio or balcony | 62% | R 441,000 | R 219,000 | +101% |
| Outdoor furniture | 56% | R 456,000 | R 230,000 | +98% |
| Pool view | 9% | R 640,000 | R 328,000 | +95% |
| Sound system | 9% | R 601,000 | R 333,000 | +80% |
| Resort access | 41% | R 482,000 | R 269,000 | +80% |
| Outdoor dining area | 60% | R 432,000 | R 242,000 | +78% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Most Bela Bela Local Municipality guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 20% of those who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and the United States. English is spoken by 62% of guests, and Afrikaans by 21%.
80% of Bela Bela Local Municipality guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 80%
- International 20%
Where Bela Bela Local Municipality guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 20.8% |
| Pretoria | 16.9% |
| Gauteng | 5.7% |
| Sandton | 5.3% |
| Centurion | 5.3% |
Where Bela Bela 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 | 80.3% |
| United Kingdom | 5.4% |
| United States | 2.7% |
| Australia | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | 2.1% |
Languages spoken by Bela Bela Local Municipality guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 61.9% |
| Afrikaans | 20.5% |
| Zulu | 4.7% |
| Xhosa | 3.6% |
| French | 2.2% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.64 stars, and 19% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.61, against 4.78 for location.
Location scores highest in Bela Bela 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 | 4.66 |
| Cleanliness | 4.64 |
| Communication | 4.68 |
| Location | 4.78 |
| Check-in | 4.73 |
| Value | 4.61 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Bela Bela Local Municipality: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than nine in ten Bela Bela Local Municipality listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 8% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 43% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Bela Bela Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 73%
- 181-270 days 19%
- 91-180 days 6%
- 31-90 days 1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 73.4% | 179 |
| 181-270 days | 19.3% | 47 |
| 91-180 days | 6.1% | 15 |
| 31-90 days | 1.2% | 3 |
Days a year Bela Bela Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 7%
- 91-180 days 20%
- 31-90 days 43%
- 1-30 days 28%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.2% | 3 |
| 181-270 days | 6.6% | 16 |
| 91-180 days | 20.5% | 50 |
| 31-90 days | 43.4% | 106 |
| 1-30 days | 28.3% | 69 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
The average Bela Bela Local Municipality booking lasts 3 nights, longest in December and shortest in September. Listings took about 21 bookings each over the year, some 5,100 in all. Nearly eight 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.7 nights 3.4 nights 2.1 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Bela Bela Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Bela Bela 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Bela Bela Local Municipality, used by 46% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about two-thirds of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 25% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Bela Bela Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Nearly two-thirds of Bela Bela Local Municipality listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about R 513. Spread over the average stay of 3 nights, that adds roughly R 170 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- R 513
- Average cleaning fee
- R 648
- Listings charging a fee
- 63.9%
- Share of gross revenue
- 3.5%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Bela Bela Local Municipality
The top-grossing Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality, a six-bedroom home, took in R 1,790,000 over the past year, about five times the city's average of R 356,000. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.
Limwala Farm Stay Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.97 
Zebula 8 Bedroom Lodge IV1 Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- R 1.6M
- Occupancy
- 43.5%
- Daily rate
- R 9,555
Serengeti Lodge @ Mabalingwe Big-5 Nature Reserve Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- R 1.5M
- Occupancy
- 73.3%
- Daily rate
- R 5,614
@Mabalingwe Sithrah Lodge - PRM142 Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.80 - Revenue
- R 1.5M
- Occupancy
- 39.5%
- Daily rate
- R 10,497
Idwala View Private Lodge – Mabalingwe Reserve Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- R 1.4M
- Occupancy
- 78.8%
- Daily rate
- R 4,966
Hillside lodge in Elements Private Golf Estate Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.81 - Revenue
- R 1.4M
- Occupancy
- 35.0%
- Daily rate
- R 11,485
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Hennie is the top-grossing host in Bela Bela Local Municipality, with R 10.2 million in bookings across 27 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 48% of its 244 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Lea grossed R 1.12 million per listing, about three times Hennie's R 377,000.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hennie | 27 | R 10,183,103 | R 377,152 | 4.74/5 | |
| Lynette | 22 | R 8,212,052 | R 373,275 | 4.37/5 | |
| Rochelle | 15 | R 7,394,525 | R 492,968 | 4.70/5 | |
| 4 | RnR Holidays | 9 | R 4,211,287 | R 467,921 | 4.66/5 |
| 5 | Lea | 3 | R 3,355,121 | R 1,118,374 | 4.95/5 |
| 6 | Hanchen | 24 | R 3,270,935 | R 136,289 | 4.60/5 |
| 7 | Petro | 4 | R 2,777,796 | R 694,449 | 4.80/5 |
| 8 | Lize | 3 | R 2,519,674 | R 839,891 | 4.90/5 |
| 9 | Euphoric | 7 | R 2,410,678 | R 344,383 | 4.33/5 |
| 10 | Elanie | 2 | R 1,845,692 | R 922,846 | 4.92/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Only 7% of Bela Bela Local Municipality listings are classed as professionally managed, though 33% of listings have a co-host. Only a quarter of listings are run by Superhosts. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 72% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 25.0%
- Professional management
- 7.0%
- Cohosted listings
- 32.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 42.6%
- Simplified Pricing
- 72.1%
Nearby markets
Bela Bela Local Municipality vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Bela Bela Local Municipality out-earns every one of the four nearby markets in the table, all within 64 km; the best of them, Bela-Bela, averaged about 14% less per listing.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bela-Bela 5 km | 72 | R 305,059 | R 4,647 | 27% |
| Modimolle Local Municipality 37 km | 50 | R 109,062 | R 2,615 | 20% |
| Thabazimbi Local Municipality 63 km | 34 | R 138,924 | R 1,857 | 24% |
| Mookgopong Local Municipality 64 km | 32 | R 183,675 | R 4,447 | 20% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Limpopo
- Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb data 222 listings
- Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality Airbnb data 130 listings
- Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb data 93 listings
- Polokwane Airbnb data 58 listings
- Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality Airbnb data 52 listings
- Makhado Local Municipality Airbnb data 35 listings
FAQ
Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
An active Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 356,206 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 244 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 60,400 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Bela Bela Local Municipality listings earn between R 12,100 and R 60,400 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 103,000 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Listings in Bela Bela Local Municipality were booked on 25% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 25% for the Limpopo average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
The average booked night in Bela Bela Local Municipality cost R 4,964 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 2,195 and R 6,295, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
None of the active Bela Bela 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 356,206 in the 12 months to September 2026, 74% above the Limpopo average of R 205,123. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, R 260,106 a year (about R 21,700 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 46,000 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
December usually pays best, averaging R 65,300 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Each night a Bela Bela Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 1,260 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 2,890 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Bela Bela Local Municipality stays were booked 72 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 Bela Bela Local Municipality?
The average Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasted 3 nights over the past year. A listing took 21 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Bela Bela Local Municipality rated?
Guests rate Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnbs 4.64 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
Bela Bela Hot Springs, Zebediela and Mookgophong (Naboomspruit) draw the most short-term rental interest in Bela Bela Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
AirROI counted 244 active Airbnb listings in Bela Bela Local Municipality as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Bela-Bela, 5 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Bela Bela Local Municipality?
In Bela Bela Local Municipality, nearly two-thirds of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about R 513.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 244 active Airbnb listings in Bela Bela 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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