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Maruleng Local Municipality, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality brought in R 237,479 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 16% more than the Limpopo average of R 205,123.
The short answer
Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bookings in Maruleng Local Municipality run ahead of the Limpopo average at similar prices. Listings averaged R 3,115 a night and were booked on 31% of available nights, against R 3,050 and 25% for the Limpopo average.
July, usually the best month, brings in about 48% more per listing than September, usually the slowest.
With 222 active listings, Maruleng Local Municipality is the second-largest of 17 Limpopo markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings grew 5%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Gross bookings per Maruleng Local Municipality listing averaged R 237,479 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 Maruleng Local Municipality listing brings in R 34,600 in July, its best month, and R 23,300 in September, its slowest. October runs within 1% of September, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 29% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 60,500+ a month, about 3.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 34,700 or more, roughly R 16,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 18,300 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 8,430 or less, about half 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.
July earns about 1.5 times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 37,000 R 21,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 27,100. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Maruleng 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.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 24,259 | 36.0% | R 2,756 | R 809 | 80 days | 2.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 24,505 | 33.9% | R 2,768 | R 790 | 94 days | 3.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 26,740 | 36.2% | R 2,762 | R 891 | 92 days | 3.6 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 27,630 | 38.2% | R 2,809 | R 891 | 100 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 20,972 | 26.8% | R 2,880 | R 677 | 81 days | 3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 23,787 | 30.7% | R 2,870 | R 850 | 68 days | 3.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 26,172 | 33.6% | R 2,907 | R 844 | 79 days | 3.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 31,322 | 36.4% | R 2,984 | R 1,044 | 97 days | 3.2 nights |
| May 2026 | R 31,984 | 32.0% | R 3,326 | R 1,032 | 88 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 34,876 | 30.8% | R 3,431 | R 1,163 | 65 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 36,980 | 35.1% | R 3,485 | R 1,193 | 86 days | 3.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 30,338 | 32.0% | R 3,432 | R 979 | 91 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Maruleng Local Municipality market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb income calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 237,479 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 14,300 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 27,400 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the R 6,600 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about R 14,900 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about R 12,400 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.
Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 230,879 | R 438,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Maruleng Local Municipality bookings | R 6,600 | R 12,600 |
| Gross bookings | R 237,479 | R 450,600 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Maruleng Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 31,700 | −R 60,200 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 6,600 | −R 12,600 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 11,900 | −R 22,500 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 4,700 | −R 9,000 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 7,100 | −R 13,500 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 2,400 | −R 2,400 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 1,200 | −R 1,200 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −R 65,600 | −R 121,400 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 171,879about R 14,300 a month | R 329,200about R 27,400 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Maruleng 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 Maruleng 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 Maruleng Local Municipality's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Maruleng Local Municipality listings are booked on 50% or more of their nights, against 28% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 1,965 adds about R 19,600 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 3,140 a night or more, against a median of R 1,965. 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 23,100 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about R 34,600, against R 23,300 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Maruleng Local Municipality listings average 4.83 stars, and 31% 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 37,600 a month, against R 19,800 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Maruleng Local Municipality listings were booked on 31% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points above the Limpopo average (25%) and 4 points below the South Africa average (35%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 39% in December and falls to 29% in June.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 71%+ of open nights, 43 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 50% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 28% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Maruleng Local Municipality, June the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 34% 40% 27%
The 12-month rate of 31% 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 Maruleng Local Municipality?
The average nightly rate in Maruleng Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 3,115 over the past year, about the same as the Limpopo average (R 3,050) and about 28% above the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about R 3,135 and bottom out in September and October at about R 2,520.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 5,340+ a night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 3,140 or more, about R 1,200 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 1,965 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 1,230 or less, about 63% of the median.
July rates run 24% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 3,490 R 2,280
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 2,820. The 12-month ADR of R 3,115 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 Maruleng 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 Maruleng Local Municipality it averaged R 857 over the past year, from about R 757 in a typical October to about R 1,120 in a typical July.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 1,790+ per open night, about 3.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 1,010 or more, about R 450 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 559 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 318 or less, about 57% of the median.
July RevPAR is about 1.5 times October's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 1,190 R 677
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 891.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality
Maruleng Local Municipality has two high seasons, April and July, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to November, with a midsummer dip in January–February as well.
Average revenue by month in Maruleng Local Municipality
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 34,600 R 23,300
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 27,100.
Revenue by month in Maruleng Local Municipality in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | R 24,100 |
| February | Low season | R 23,900 |
| March | Shoulder season | R 25,900 |
| April | High season | R 32,000 |
| May | Shoulder season | R 27,400 |
| June | Shoulder season | R 28,700 |
| July | High season | R 34,600 |
| August | Shoulder season | R 28,200 |
| September | Low season | R 23,300 |
| October | Low season | R 23,500 |
| November | Low season | R 24,800 |
| December | Shoulder season | R 29,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July | R 33,300 | 36% | R 3,003 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, May–June, August, December | R 27,800 | 33% | R 2,949 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, September–November | R 23,900 | 33% | R 2,614 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Guests book Maruleng Local Municipality stays 87 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 90 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 57 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-September.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 76 days 100 days 49 days
The 12-month figure of 87 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 Maruleng Local Municipality
None of the 222 active listings in Maruleng 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 Maruleng Local Municipality.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality
AirROI's area guide picks seven Maruleng Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Hoedspruit, Balule Nature Reserve and Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Hoedspruit | A popular destination for safari enthusiasts and nature lovers, Hoedspruit offers close proximity to world-renowned Kruger National Park and private game reserves, making it ideal for tourists seeking wildlife experiences. | Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon, Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, Thornybush Game Reserve, Kapama Private Game Reserve |
| Balule Nature Reserve | Known for its stunning wildlife and beautiful savannah landscapes, this reserve is an excellent place for Airbnb investments, catering to tourists looking for an authentic bush experience. | Big 5 wildlife viewing, Birdwatching opportunities, Nature walks, Photography tours |
| Klaserie Private Nature Reserve | A tranquil and exclusive area that offers luxurious safari lodges, appealing to travelers who want privacy and high-end experiences in nature. | Private game drives, Bush walks, Stargazing, Luxury lodges and accommodations |
| Tzaneen | This scenic town is known for its agriculture and lush surroundings, attracting visitors to its fruit orchards and nearby nature spots, making it a great investment for Airbnb focusing on nature and relaxation. | Tzaneen Dam, Agatha Crocodile River Nature Reserve, Magoebaskloof, Cascades, Tzaneen Botanical Gardens |
| Mogalakwena | An emerging eco-tourism area in Limpopo, known for its beautiful landscapes and cultural heritage, attracting those interested in outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. | Cultural heritage sites, Wildlife experiences, Outdoor activities, Nature trails |
| Lydenburg | This historic town is located near scenic mountain ranges, making it appealing to tourists interested in outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and cultural explorations. | Lydenburg Historical Museum, Long Tom Pass, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Maalstyl Krans |
| Siyabo Lodge | A unique lodge experience that offers incredible views and access to nature, perfect for guests looking for peaceful retreats in the African bush. | Wildlife viewing, Nature trails, Luxurious accommodation |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 63% of listings in Maruleng Local Municipality, but private rooms are a real segment: more than one listing in three (35%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 53%, about three times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (18%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 63%
- Private room 35%
- Hotel room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 63.1% | 140 |
| Private room | 35.1% | 78 |
| Hotel room | 1.8% | 4 |
Listings by property type
Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
- House 53%
- Hotel/Boutique 18%
- Cabin/Outdoor 16%
- Apartment/Condo 9%
- Others 5%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 52.7% | 117 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 17.6% | 39 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 15.8% | 35 |
| Apartment/Condo | 9.0% | 20 |
| Others | 4.5% | 10 |
| Unique stay | 0.5% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Maruleng Local Municipality Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Maruleng Local Municipality (30% of entire homes), and 42% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 139 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Maruleng Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
1%
30%
27%
27%
11%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0.7% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 30.2% | 42 |
| 2 bedrooms | 27.3% | 38 |
| 3 bedrooms | 27.3% | 38 |
| 4 bedrooms | 10.8% | 15 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.6% | 5 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Maruleng Local Municipality
A typical one-bedroom home in Maruleng Local Municipality earned R 172,000 over the past year, against R 374,000 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 42 | R 172,000 | R 182,000 | R 1,667 | 36% |
| 2 bedrooms | 38 | R 260,000 | R 263,000 | R 2,614 | 34% |
| 3 bedrooms | 38 | R 294,000 | R 408,000 | R 4,510 | 41% |
| 4 bedrooms | 15 | R 374,000 | R 523,000 | R 6,395 | 35% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Maruleng Local Municipality Sleep?
Most Maruleng Local Municipality listings are sized for couples and small families: 65% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 12% take eight or more. Shares are of the 191 listings with a guest capacity on file (86% of the market).
Maruleng Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
39%
5%
21%
3%
20%
1%
12%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 38.7% | 74 |
| 3 guests | 5.2% | 10 |
| 4 guests | 21.5% | 41 |
| 5 guests | 2.6% | 5 |
| 6 guests | 19.9% | 38 |
| 7 guests | 0.5% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 11.5% | 22 |
How Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Maruleng Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing. Only 28% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 17
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 28%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Maruleng Local Municipality Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Maruleng Local Municipality: 80% of listings have one, and 41% have a fire pit.
Share of Maruleng Local Municipality listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Maruleng Local Municipality
Listings in Maruleng Local Municipality with a sound system earned about 3.9 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R 812,000 against R 208,000. The gap is smaller for sun loungers (about 2.6 times as much) and a barbecue grill (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 Maruleng 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sound system | 5% | R 812,000 | R 208,000 | +291% |
| Sun loungers | 19% | R 473,000 | R 183,000 | +159% |
| BBQ grill | 63% | R 303,000 | R 125,000 | +143% |
| Resort access | 9% | R 513,000 | R 212,000 | +142% |
| Bikes | 7% | R 519,000 | R 217,000 | +139% |
| Fire pit | 41% | R 354,000 | R 155,000 | +129% |
| Outdoor dining area | 54% | R 315,000 | R 146,000 | +116% |
| Outdoor furniture | 54% | R 309,000 | R 153,000 | +102% |
| Single level home | 29% | R 358,000 | R 188,000 | +91% |
| Outdoor shower | 28% | R 360,000 | R 190,000 | +90% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Maruleng Local Municipality splits its demand between home and abroad: 53% 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 Afrikaans and German.
53% of Maruleng Local Municipality guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 53%
- Domestic 47%
Where Maruleng 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 | 8.5% |
| Pretoria | 8.0% |
| Johannesburg | 6.0% |
| Sandton | 2.4% |
| Centurion | 2.0% |
Where Maruleng 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 | 46.8% |
| United Kingdom | 8.4% |
| Germany | 7.8% |
| France | 6.7% |
| United States | 6.3% |
Languages spoken by Maruleng Local Municipality guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 49.8% |
| Afrikaans | 11.0% |
| German | 9.6% |
| French | 8.8% |
| Dutch | 4.9% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 31% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge.
Maruleng Local Municipality guest ratings by category
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 | 4.83 |
| Cleanliness | 4.84 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.88 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.78 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Maruleng Local Municipality: Stays, Rules and Fees
86% of Maruleng Local Municipality listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 14% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 42% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Maruleng Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 67%
- 181-270 days 20%
- 91-180 days 11%
- 31-90 days 2%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 66.7% | 148 |
| 181-270 days | 19.8% | 44 |
| 91-180 days | 11.3% | 25 |
| 31-90 days | 1.8% | 4 |
| 1-30 days | 0.5% | 1 |
Days a year Maruleng Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 11%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 42%
- 1-30 days 22%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.3% | 5 |
| 181-270 days | 11.3% | 25 |
| 91-180 days | 22.1% | 49 |
| 31-90 days | 42.3% | 94 |
| 1-30 days | 22.1% | 49 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality?
The average Maruleng Local Municipality booking lasts 3.5 nights, longest in July and shortest in September. Listings took about 20 bookings each over the year, some 4,510 in all. About three-quarters 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 Maruleng Local Municipality
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.2 nights 3.7 nights 2.7 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than nine in ten listings in Maruleng Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Maruleng 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 Maruleng Local Municipality?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Maruleng 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: nearly two-thirds of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 32% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Maruleng Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Maruleng Local Municipality?
About four in ten Maruleng Local Municipality listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 3% of gross revenue.
- Listings charging a fee
- 40.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 2.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Maruleng Local Municipality
The top-grossing Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality, a four-bedroom home, took in R 2,280,000 over the past year, about 9.6 times the city's average of R 237,000. One of the top-grossing listings, a private room at R 61,149 a night (about 11 times the R 5,340 that puts a listing in the top 10% here), is left out below: a price like that usually means it covers several rooms or units, or that it is misrecorded.
Rhino's Rest Private Luxury Villa - All Inclusive Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Ukanyi Luxury Villa Entire home · 3 bedrooms - Revenue
- R 1.6M
- Occupancy
- 17.0%
- Daily rate
- R 38,370
Ubuntu Luxury Villa on Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- R 1.6M
- Occupancy
- 64.9%
- Daily rate
- R 5,766
The Lazy Leopard Lodge & Guest Cottage Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- R 1.2M
- Occupancy
- 38.1%
- Daily rate
- R 9,215
Corkwood Villa- Spacious newly built bush villa Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- R 1.1M
- Occupancy
- 64.7%
- Daily rate
- R 4,314
Luxury Safari Lodge in Kruger Park Nature Reserve Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- R 997,376
- Occupancy
- 49.4%
- Daily rate
- R 6,169
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Elrich is the top-grossing host in Maruleng Local Municipality, with R 2.28 million in bookings from a single listing over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 10% of the market's 222 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elrich | 1 | R 2,277,187 | R 2,277,187 | 5.00/5 | |
| Bushveld Bivouac | 5 | R 1,913,729 | R 382,746 | 4.88/5 | |
| Colleen | 3 | R 1,697,973 | R 565,991 | 4.93/5 | |
| 4 | Line | 1 | R 1,601,995 | R 1,601,995 | – |
| 5 | Dennis En Anouk Bänffer | 1 | R 1,567,712 | R 1,567,712 | 4.97/5 |
| 6 | Anet | 1 | R 1,205,629 | R 1,205,629 | 4.96/5 |
| 7 | Tegan | 5 | R 1,173,564 | R 234,713 | 4.99/5 |
| 8 | Bernardus Johannes | 1 | R 1,171,411 | R 1,171,411 | – |
| 9 | Leoni | 1 | R 1,077,885 | R 1,077,885 | 4.91/5 |
| 10 | Wild Dog Guest Lodge | 4 | R 998,237 | R 249,559 | 4.87/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Only 8% of Maruleng Local Municipality listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 47% of listings. 61% 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 83% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 47.3%
- Professional management
- 7.7%
- Cohosted listings
- 24.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 61.3%
- Simplified Pricing
- 82.9%
Nearby markets
Maruleng Local Municipality vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Maruleng Local Municipality out-earns every one of the two nearby markets in the table, all within 79 km; the best of them, Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality, averaged about 39% less per listing. None of them fills more nights than Maruleng Local Municipality (31%); the busiest, Thaba Chweu Local Municipality, reached 23%.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality 51 km | 52 | R 143,859 | R 2,467 | 20% |
| Thaba Chweu Local Municipality 79 km | 160 | R 98,214 | R 1,466 | 23% |
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Markets Similar to Maruleng Local Municipality
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Maruleng Local Municipality:
- KwaDukuza Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,444/night · 30.5%
- Ballito Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,119/night · 34.3%
- Swartland Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,020/night · 27.5%
- Saldanha Bay Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,733/night · 29.9%
- Kouga Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,812/night · 29.1%
- Overstrand Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,225/night · 34.8%
FAQ
Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Maruleng Local Municipality?
An active Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 237,479 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 222 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 34,700 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Maruleng Local Municipality listings earn between R 8,430 and R 34,700 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 60,500 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Listings in Maruleng Local Municipality were booked on 31% 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 Maruleng Local Municipality?
The average booked night in Maruleng Local Municipality cost R 3,115 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 1,230 and R 3,140, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality?
None of the active Maruleng 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 Maruleng Local Municipality?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 237,479 in the 12 months to September 2026, 16% 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 171,879 a year (about R 14,300 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 27,400 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Maruleng Local Municipality?
July usually pays best, averaging R 34,600 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 Maruleng Local Municipality?
Each night a Maruleng Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 857 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 1,790 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Maruleng Local Municipality stays were booked 87 days (about three 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 Maruleng Local Municipality?
The average Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasted 3.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 20 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Maruleng Local Municipality rated?
Guests rate Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Maruleng Local Municipality?
Hoedspruit, Balule Nature Reserve and Klaserie Private Nature Reserve draw the most short-term rental interest in Maruleng Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Maruleng Local Municipality?
AirROI counted 222 active Airbnb listings in Maruleng Local Municipality as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality, 51 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Maruleng Local Municipality?
In Maruleng Local Municipality, about four in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 3% of gross revenue.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 222 active Airbnb listings in Maruleng 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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