34 Saligna -Selfcatering 6 Guests Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- R 252,905
- Occupancy
- 26.4%
- Daily rate
- R 2,089
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Polokwane, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Polokwane brought in R 68,059 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 67% less than the Limpopo average of R 205,123.
The short answer
Polokwane Airbnb Market at a Glance
Polokwane is priced below the Limpopo average. Listings averaged R 1,284 a night, about 58% less than that average of R 3,050, and were booked on 26% of available nights, close to its 25% occupancy.
Timing matters: in July, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.3 times as much as in February, the slowest.
With 58 active listings, Polokwane is the sixth-largest of 17 Limpopo markets AirROI tracks.
Browse the live Polokwane Airbnb market See Every Polokwane ListingRevenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Polokwane?
Gross bookings per Polokwane listing averaged R 68,059 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Limpopo average: R 205,123), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Polokwane listing brought in R 16,200 in July, its best month, and R 4,990 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 41% 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 3.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 21,800+ a month, about 3.7 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 10,800 or more, roughly R 4,900 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 5,910 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 3,250 or less, about 55% 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 earned about 3.3 times what February did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average R 16,200 R 4,990
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 8,980.
Polokwane 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. Nightly rates peaked in August 2026 and bookings in December 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 7,370 | 18.7% | R 1,202 | R 246 | 22 days | 1.6 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 8,144 | 32.0% | R 1,211 | R 263 | 25 days | 1.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 6,433 | 23.3% | R 1,206 | R 214 | 20 days | 2.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 15,219 | 38.6% | R 1,215 | R 491 | 14 days | 2.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 5,215 | 18.2% | R 1,184 | R 168 | 15 days | 3.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 4,989 | 18.2% | R 1,187 | R 178 | 21 days | 2.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 7,992 | 21.6% | R 1,218 | R 258 | 13 days | 3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 6,579 | 19.4% | R 1,243 | R 219 | 14 days | 2.3 nights |
| May 2026 | R 7,047 | 21.3% | R 1,362 | R 227 | 18 days | 2.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 12,941 | 29.7% | R 1,585 | R 431 | 15 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 16,235 | 31.2% | R 1,607 | R 524 | 15 days | 5.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 9,625 | 25.9% | R 1,618 | R 310 | 38 days | 2.1 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
The typical Polokwane listing earns about R 5,910 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb estimator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Polokwane Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Polokwane Airbnb took in R 68,059 in the 12 months to September 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about R 124,310, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 7,750 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Polokwane Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 66,939 | R 122,270 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Polokwane bookings | R 1,120 | R 2,040 |
| Gross bookings | R 68,059 | R 124,310 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of Polokwane listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 8,640 | −R 15,780 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 1,120 | −R 2,040 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 3,400 | −R 6,220 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 1,360 | −R 2,490 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 2,040 | −R 3,730 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 680 | −R 680 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 340 | −R 340 |
| 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 17,580 | −R 31,280 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 50,479about R 4,210 a month | R 93,030about R 7,750 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Polokwane Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Polokwane'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 Polokwane 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 Polokwane's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Polokwane listings are booked on 34% or more of their nights, against 22% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 940 adds about R 9,400 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 1,345 a night or more, against a median of R 940. 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 6,690 a year.
- Open for the busy months. July brought the average listing about R 16,200, against R 4,990 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Polokwane listings average 4.72 stars, and 22% 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 10,360 a month, against R 5,670 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Polokwane?
Polokwane listings were booked on 26% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Limpopo average and 9 percentage points below the South Africa average (35%). Occupancy climbs to 39% in December and falls to 18% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 45%+ of open nights, 23 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 34% 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 13% or less, less than one night a week.
December was the busiest month in Polokwane, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 25% 39% 18%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Polokwane?
The average nightly rate in Polokwane, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,284 over the past year, about 58% below the Limpopo average of R 3,050 and about 47% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. Rates peak in July and August at about R 1,620 and bottom out in January and February at about R 1,185.
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 2,665+ a night, about 2.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 1,345 or more, about R 410 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 940 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 690 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
August rates ran 37% above January's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average R 1,620 R 1,180
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,320.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Polokwane?
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 Polokwane it averaged R 351 over the past year, from about R 168 in January to about R 524 in July.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 787+ per open night, about 3.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 475 or more, about R 240 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 236 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 156 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July RevPAR was about 3.1 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average R 524 R 168
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 294. The 12-month RevPAR of R 351 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 Polokwane
Polokwane has two high seasons, June–July and December, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to May and slows again from September to November.
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–July, December | R 14,800 | 33% | R 1,469 |
| Shoulder seasonAugust | R 9,630 | 26% | R 1,618 |
| Low seasonJanuary–May, September–November | R 6,720 | 22% | R 1,227 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Polokwane?
Guests book Polokwane stays 17 days ahead on average (about two weeks), so many trips are booked close to arrival. August stays are booked furthest out, about 38 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 13 days. A typical August booking is made in early July.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 19 days 38 days 13 days
The 12-month figure of 17 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 Polokwane
None of the 58 active listings in Polokwane 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 Polokwane.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Polokwane
AirROI's area guide picks eight Polokwane neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by City Centre, Bendor and IVT (Industrial, Victoria, and Technology areas). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| City Centre | The vibrant heart of Polokwane, ideal for guests who want to be close to amenities, shopping and business hubs. The area boasts a mix of local culture and modern convenience. | Mall of the North, Polokwane Game Reserve, Meropa Casino and Entertainment World, Fleurhof Nature Reserve |
| Bendor | A suburban area known for its peaceful atmosphere and family-friendly environment. Popular among those looking for a quieter stay while still close to the city's attractions. | Bendor Park, Pietersburg Snake & Reptile Park, Savanna Mall |
| IVT (Industrial, Victoria, and Technology areas) | This area attracts business travelers due to its proximity to several industrial hubs and tech parks, making it ideal for corporate stays. | Savannah Mall, Polokwane Golf Club, Polokwane Turf Club |
| Limpopo Mall vicinity | Set around one of the largest shopping malls in the region, this area is great for guests who love retail therapy and convenience. | Limpopo Mall, Polokwane Art Museum, Pietersburg Museum |
| Pomona | A quaint neighborhood that offers a local feel with easy access to highways and major roads, attractive to both tourists and locals looking for short stays. | Local markets, Annual festivals, Community parks |
| Fauna Park | A residential area with a growing number of guesthouses, appealing to families and larger groups looking for comfortable accommodations. | Fauna Park Shopping Centre, Nature walks and parks |
| Westenburg | A well-established area that is perfect for budget-conscious travelers, offering affordable accommodation options while still being near key attractions. | Westenburg Park, local eateries, school of art galleries |
| Moreleta Park | An up-and-coming neighborhood that is becoming increasingly popular for its leafy streets and modern amenities, suitable for families and longer stays. | local cafes, community events, nearby nature reserves |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Polokwane Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 76% of listings in Polokwane, alongside 14 private-room listings (24%). Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 41%, ahead of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (33%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Polokwane Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 76%
- Private room 24%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 75.9% | 44 |
| Private room | 24.1% | 14 |
Listings by property type
Polokwane Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 41%
- Hotel/Boutique 33%
- House 22%
- Others 3%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 41.4% | 24 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 32.8% | 19 |
| House | 22.4% | 13 |
| Others | 3.4% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Polokwane Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Polokwane (56% of entire homes), followed by three-bedroom homes (21%). Shares are of the 43 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Polokwane entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
56%
19%
21%
2%
2%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 55.8% | 24 |
| 2 bedrooms | 18.6% | 8 |
| 3 bedrooms | 20.9% | 9 |
| 4 bedrooms | 2.3% | 1 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 2.3% | 1 |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Polokwane Sleep?
Most Polokwane listings are sized for couples and small families: 73% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 4% take eight or more.
Polokwane listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
50%
5%
18%
4%
20%
4%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 50.0% | 28 |
| 3 guests | 5.4% | 3 |
| 4 guests | 17.9% | 10 |
| 5 guests | 3.6% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 19.6% | 11 |
| 8+ guests | 3.6% | 2 |
How Polokwane Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Polokwane hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing. Only 41% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 2.3
- Show exact location
- 41%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Polokwane Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Polokwane: 95% of listings offer it, and 76% have a dedicated workspace. Only 69% of listings offer a kitchen.
Share of Polokwane listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Polokwane?
Polokwane draws mostly domestic guests: nine in ten of those who left reviews live in South Africa. Johannesburg alone accounts for 15% of reviews. Of the 11% from abroad, most come from Zimbabwe and the United States. English is spoken by 67% of guests, and Afrikaans by 14%.
89% of Polokwane guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 89%
- International 11%
Where Polokwane guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 14.6% |
| Pretoria | 12.0% |
| Cape Town | 8.3% |
| Polokwane | 5.7% |
| Centurion | 4.2% |
Where Polokwane guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 89.3% |
| Zimbabwe | 3.4% |
| United States | 2.0% |
| United Kingdom | 1.5% |
| Botswana | 0.5% |
Languages spoken by Polokwane guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 66.9% |
| Afrikaans | 14.0% |
| Zulu | 8.4% |
| Xhosa | 5.1% |
| German | 2.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Polokwane?
Polokwane Airbnbs average 4.72 stars, and 22% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.74.
Cleanliness and communication score highest in Polokwane; 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 | 4.75 |
| Cleanliness | 4.80 |
| Communication | 4.80 |
| Location | 4.78 |
| Check-in | 4.77 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Polokwane: Stays, Rules and Fees
All Polokwane listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but none 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 Polokwane listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 83%
- 181-270 days 17%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 82.8% | 48 |
| 181-270 days | 17.2% | 10 |
Days a year Polokwane listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 91-180 days 21%
- 31-90 days 52%
- 1-30 days 28%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 91-180 days | 20.7% | 12 |
| 31-90 days | 51.7% | 30 |
| 1-30 days | 27.6% | 16 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Polokwane?
The average Polokwane booking lasts 3.2 nights, longest in July and shortest in September. Listings took about 14 bookings each over the year. Nearly six 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 Polokwane
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.7 nights 5.5 nights 1.6 nights
Polokwane Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
All listings in Polokwane accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Polokwane 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 Polokwane?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Polokwane, used by 71% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 84% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 14% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Polokwane listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Polokwane?
Nearly half of Polokwane listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 2% of gross revenue.
- Listings charging a fee
- 46.6%
- Share of gross revenue
- 1.6%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Polokwane
The top-grossing Airbnb in Polokwane, a three-bedroom home, took in R 253,000 over the past year, about 3.7 times the city's average of R 68,100. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
34 Saligna -Selfcatering 6 Guests Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92 
Bendor Escape | Peace,Privacy,Power Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- R 212,344
- Occupancy
- 20.9%
- Daily rate
- R 4,804
Stayfit 01 Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 201,993
- Occupancy
- 35.5%
- Daily rate
- R 1,259
80 @Erasmus Entire home · 5 bedrooms - Revenue
- R 194,142
- Occupancy
- 22.5%
- Daily rate
- R 2,980
Executive garden flat in Plk Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- R 160,339
- Occupancy
- 45.2%
- Daily rate
- R 1,308
23 on Jupiter Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- R 160,090
- Occupancy
- 34.7%
- Daily rate
- R 1,581
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Polokwane?
Only 5% of Polokwane listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 47% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 78% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 46.6%
- Professional management
- 5.2%
- Cohosted listings
- 8.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 51.7%
- Simplified Pricing
- 77.6%
Nearby markets
Polokwane vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the two nearby markets in the table, all within 57 km, Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality (57 km away) earned the most per listing, about 77% more than Polokwane.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polokwane Local Municipality 1 km | 93 | R 54,904 | R 1,086 | 20% |
| Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality 57 km | 130 | R 120,788 | R 1,698 | 25% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Limpopo
- Bela Bela Local Municipality Airbnb data 244 listings
- Maruleng Local Municipality Airbnb data 222 listings
- Bela-Bela Airbnb data 72 listings
- Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality Airbnb data 52 listings
- Modimolle Local Municipality Airbnb data 50 listings
- Makhado Local Municipality Airbnb data 35 listings
- Thabazimbi Local Municipality Airbnb data 34 listings
- Mookgopong Local Municipality Airbnb data 32 listings
See all 17 Limpopo Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Polokwane
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Polokwane:
- Camdeboo Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,309/night · 27.0%
- Tlokwe Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,193/night · 26.3%
- Kingsburgh Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,393/night · 27.1%
- Midrand Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,234/night · 28.8%
- East London Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,162/night · 23.8%
- Germiston Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,072/night · 25.2%
FAQ
Polokwane Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Polokwane?
An active Polokwane Airbnb grossed R 68,059 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 58 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 10,800 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Polokwane?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Polokwane listings earn between R 3,250 and R 10,800 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 21,800 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 Polokwane?
Listings in Polokwane were booked on 26% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 25% for the Limpopo average. December was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Polokwane?
The average booked night in Polokwane cost R 1,284 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 690 and R 1,345, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Polokwane?
None of the active Polokwane 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 Polokwane?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Polokwane Airbnb grossed R 68,059 in the 12 months to September 2026, 67% below the Limpopo average of R 205,123, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about R 7,750 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Polokwane?
July paid best over the past year, at R 16,200 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Polokwane?
Each night a Polokwane listing was open to book earned R 351 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 787 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Polokwane?
Polokwane stays were booked 17 days (about two weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Polokwane?
The average Polokwane Airbnb stay lasted 3.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 14 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Polokwane rated?
Guests rate Polokwane Airbnbs 4.72 out of 5 on average. Guests score cleanliness highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Polokwane?
City Centre, Bendor and IVT (Industrial, Victoria, and Technology areas) draw the most short-term rental interest in Polokwane. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Polokwane?
AirROI counted 58 active Airbnb listings in Polokwane as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Polokwane Local Municipality, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Polokwane?
In Polokwane, nearly half of listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 2% of gross revenue.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 58 active Airbnb listings in Polokwane 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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