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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Polokwane Local Municipality, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Polokwane Local Municipality brought in R 54,911 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 73% less than the Limpopo average of R 205,123.
The short answer
Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the Limpopo average. Listings averaged R 1,086 a night and were booked on 20% of available nights, against R 3,050 and 25% for the Limpopo average.
July, usually the best month, brings in about 45% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.
With 93 active listings, Polokwane Local Municipality is the fourth-largest of 17 Limpopo markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 17% while the number of active listings shrank 13%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Polokwane Local Municipality?
Gross bookings per Polokwane Local Municipality listing averaged R 54,911 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 Polokwane Local Municipality listing brings in R 9,060 in July, its best month, and R 6,260 in February, its slowest. December runs within 2% of July, so either can come out on top 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 4.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 19,000+ a month, about 3.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 10,400 or more, roughly R 5,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 5,420 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 2,420 or less, about 45% of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about 1.4 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 10,900 R 6,120
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 7,570. 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.
Polokwane 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. Nightly rates peaked in August 2026 and bookings in October 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 7,269 | 21.5% | R 1,027 | R 242 | 27 days | 2.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 9,569 | 26.8% | R 1,034 | R 309 | 44 days | 2.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 7,292 | 22.7% | R 1,032 | R 243 | 45 days | 2.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 8,283 | 25.2% | R 1,042 | R 267 | 42 days | 2.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 6,279 | 17.9% | R 1,053 | R 203 | 46 days | 2.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 6,332 | 21.6% | R 1,051 | R 226 | 31 days | 3.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 8,155 | 22.0% | R 1,082 | R 263 | 12 days | 3.1 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 6,819 | 18.2% | R 1,106 | R 227 | 23 days | 2.3 nights |
| May 2026 | R 8,683 | 23.0% | R 1,153 | R 280 | 35 days | 2.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 9,014 | 22.4% | R 1,175 | R 300 | 28 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 10,870 | 22.1% | R 1,198 | R 351 | 29 days | 2.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 9,983 | 24.5% | R 1,206 | R 322 | 40 days | 2.3 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Polokwane Local Municipality home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb estimator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Polokwane Local Municipality Profitable?
Yes, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 54,911 in the 12 months to September 2026, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing in the top quarter, run by its owner at everyday costs, keeps about R 6,450 a month after running costs.
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 Local Municipality Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 53,741 | R 102,890 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Polokwane Local Municipality bookings | R 1,170 | R 2,240 |
| Gross bookings | R 54,911 | R 105,130 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 84% of Polokwane Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 7,400 | −R 14,180 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 1,170 | −R 2,240 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 2,750 | −R 5,260 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 1,100 | −R 2,100 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 1,650 | −R 3,150 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 550 | −R 550 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 270 | −R 270 |
| 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 14,890 | −R 27,750 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 40,021about R 3,340 a month | R 77,380about R 6,450 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Polokwane 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 Polokwane 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 Polokwane Local Municipality's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Polokwane Local Municipality listings are booked on 30% or more of their nights, against 18% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 880 adds about R 8,780 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 1,200 a night or more, against a median of R 880. 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 5,370 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about R 9,060, against R 6,260 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Polokwane Local Municipality listings average 4.64 stars, and 23% 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 8,760 a month, against R 4,580 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Polokwane Local Municipality?
Polokwane Local Municipality listings were booked on 20% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Limpopo average (25%) and 15 points below the South Africa average (35%). Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, occupancy stays within a narrow band, from 20% in April to 29% in December.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.9 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 47%+ of open nights, 29 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 30% or more, roughly two nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 18% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 8% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Polokwane Local Municipality, April the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 23% 33% 18%
The 12-month rate of 20% 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 Polokwane Local Municipality?
The average nightly rate in Polokwane Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,086 over the past year, about 64% below the Limpopo average of R 3,050 and about 55% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about R 1,115 and bottom out in September and October at about R 1,005.
The top 10% charge about 2.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 1,730+ a night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 1,200 or more, about R 320 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 880 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 670 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
August rates run 11% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 1,210 R 987
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,050.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Polokwane 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 Polokwane Local Municipality it averaged R 233 over the past year, from about R 220 in a typical April to about R 292 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 512+ per open night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 269 or more, about R 100 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 168 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 109 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July RevPAR is about 1.3 times April's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 351 R 197
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 249. The 12-month RevPAR of R 233 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 Local Municipality
Polokwane Local Municipality has two high seasons, July–August and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Polokwane Local Municipality
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 9,060 R 6,260
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 7,570.
Revenue by month in Polokwane Local Municipality in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | R 6,870 |
| February | Low season | R 6,260 |
| March | Shoulder season | R 7,130 |
| April | Low season | R 6,590 |
| May | Shoulder season | R 7,850 |
| June | Shoulder season | R 7,630 |
| July | High season | R 9,060 |
| August | High season | R 8,490 |
| September | Low season | R 6,890 |
| October | Shoulder season | R 8,010 |
| November | Shoulder season | R 7,160 |
| December | High season | R 8,900 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly–August, December | R 8,810 | 25% | R 1,082 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, May–June, October–November | R 7,560 | 23% | R 1,049 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, April, September | R 6,650 | 22% | R 1,026 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Polokwane Local Municipality?
Guests book Polokwane Local Municipality stays 35 days ahead on average (about five weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 37 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical December booking is made in early November.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 28 days 46 days 12 days
The 12-month figure of 35 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 Local Municipality
None of the 93 active listings in Polokwane 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 Polokwane Local Municipality.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Polokwane Local Municipality
AirROI's area guide picks eight Polokwane Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Polokwane Central, Bendor and Pietersburg. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Polokwane Central | The commercial hub of Polokwane, attracting business travelers and tourists with its shopping centers and amenities. A vibrant area with easy access to transportation. | Meropa Casino and Entertainment World, Polokwane Game Reserve, Limpopo Mall, Polokwane Art Museum, Savannah Mall |
| Bendor | A suburban area known for its residential comforts and proximity to shopping centers, making it appealing for families and long-term stays. | Bendor Park, Pietersburg Nature Reserve, Mall of the North, Savannah Mall |
| Pietersburg | Historic center of Polokwane, offering a mix of culture, history, and modern attractions. Great for tourists exploring local heritage. | Polokwane Museum, Fetakgomo Municipal Park, Meropa Casino |
| Fauna Park | A peaceful suburb known for its spacious homes and gardens, attractive for families and longer stays; close to amenities. | Fauna Park Shopping Center, Polokwane Game Reserve |
| Seshego | A rapidly developing township area with a growing attraction for guests seeking an authentic local experience and cultural immersion. | Seshego Mall, local markets, community events |
| Sterpark | A well-established neighborhood with access to commercial areas and parks, appealing for a variety of travelers seeking convenience. | Sterpark Shopping Center, Polokwane Golf Club |
| Mankweng | Close to universities and educational institutions, this area attracts students and academics, ideal for budget-friendly accommodation. | University of Limpopo, local restaurants and cafes |
| Limpopo Province Region | The larger region surrounding Polokwane offers scenic views and natural attractions, ideal for tourists seeking adventure and nature escapes. | Kruger National Park, Marakele National Park, waterfalls and hiking trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Polokwane Local Municipality is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 45% of listings, against 55% for entire homes. Hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs are the most common property type at 39%, ahead of apartments and condos (28%).
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 55%
- Private room 45%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 54.8% | 51 |
| Private room | 45.2% | 42 |
Listings by property type
Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
- Hotel/Boutique 39%
- Apartment/Condo 28%
- House 19%
- Cabin/Outdoor 9%
- Others 5%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel/Boutique | 38.7% | 36 |
| Apartment/Condo | 28.0% | 26 |
| House | 19.4% | 18 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 8.6% | 8 |
| Others | 5.4% | 5 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Polokwane Local Municipality Have?
Polokwane Local Municipality's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 52% of entire homes, and only 14% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 50 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Polokwane Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
4%
48%
34%
8%
4%
2%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 4.0% | 2 |
| 1 bedroom | 48.0% | 24 |
| 2 bedrooms | 34.0% | 17 |
| 3 bedrooms | 8.0% | 4 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4.0% | 2 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 2.0% | 1 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Polokwane Local Municipality
A typical one-bedroom home in Polokwane Local Municipality earned R 41,300 over the past year, against R 71,300 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 24 | R 41,300 | R 61,900 | R 842 | 26% |
| 2 bedrooms | 17 | R 71,300 | R 77,900 | R 1,365 | 21% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Polokwane Local Municipality Sleep?
Most Polokwane Local Municipality listings are sized for couples and small families: 82% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 7% take eight or more. Shares are of the 72 listings with a guest capacity on file (77% of the market).
Polokwane Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
47%
10%
24%
1%
10%
7%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.4% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 47.2% | 34 |
| 3 guests | 9.7% | 7 |
| 4 guests | 23.6% | 17 |
| 5 guests | 1.4% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 9.7% | 7 |
| 8+ guests | 6.9% | 5 |
How Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Polokwane Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 2.4 beds per listing. Only 27% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 15
- Beds per listing
- 2.4
- Show exact location
- 27%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Polokwane Local Municipality Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Polokwane Local Municipality: 92% of listings offer it, and 59% have a dedicated workspace.
Share of Polokwane Local Municipality listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Polokwane Local Municipality?
Polokwane Local Municipality draws mostly domestic guests: 87% of those who left reviews live in South Africa. Pretoria alone accounts for 15% of reviews. Of the 13% from abroad, the largest groups come from Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 62% of guests, and Afrikaans by 12%.
87% of Polokwane Local Municipality guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 87%
- International 13%
Where Polokwane Local Municipality guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Pretoria | 15.0% |
| Johannesburg | 14.4% |
| Centurion | 9.8% |
| Cape Town | 7.2% |
| Polokwane | 3.9% |
Where Polokwane 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 | 86.6% |
| Zimbabwe | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | 1.8% |
| United States | 1.8% |
| France | 1.2% |
Languages spoken by Polokwane Local Municipality guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 62.3% |
| Afrikaans | 12.3% |
| Zulu | 11.5% |
| Xhosa | 6.6% |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Polokwane Local Municipality?
Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.64 stars, and 23% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.66.
Location and check-in score highest in Polokwane 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 | 4.69 |
| Cleanliness | 4.75 |
| Communication | 4.74 |
| Location | 4.77 |
| Check-in | 4.77 |
| Value | 4.66 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Polokwane Local Municipality: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly all Polokwane Local Municipality listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 2% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 47% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Polokwane Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 87%
- 181-270 days 11%
- 91-180 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 87.1% | 81 |
| 181-270 days | 10.8% | 10 |
| 91-180 days | 2.2% | 2 |
Days a year Polokwane Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 181-270 days 2%
- 91-180 days 11%
- 31-90 days 40%
- 1-30 days 47%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 2.2% | 2 |
| 91-180 days | 10.8% | 10 |
| 31-90 days | 39.8% | 37 |
| 1-30 days | 47.3% | 44 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Polokwane Local Municipality?
Bookings in Polokwane Local Municipality average 2.5 to 3.2 nights depending on the month, longest in January and shortest in April. Listings took about 11 bookings each over the year, some 1,040 in all. About 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 Local Municipality
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.9 nights 3.2 nights 2.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
All listings in Polokwane Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Polokwane 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 Polokwane Local Municipality?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Polokwane Local Municipality, used by 42% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than seven in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 26% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Polokwane Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Polokwane Local Municipality?
More than four in ten Polokwane Local Municipality 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
- 41.9%
- Share of gross revenue
- 2.1%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Polokwane Local Municipality
The top-grossing Airbnb in Polokwane Local Municipality, a four-bedroom home, took in R 408,000 over the past year, about 7.4 times the city's average of R 54,900. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Oost str- Selfcatering 8 Guests Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.79 
Hansoty Airbnb Ivypark Polokwane Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.82 - Revenue
- R 308,736
- Occupancy
- 51.5%
- Daily rate
- R 1,609
Karoo Cottage in the bushveld Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- R 295,735
- Occupancy
- 30.8%
- Daily rate
- R 2,547
Elegant Farm Stay! Room 1 Private room · 1 bedroom Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- R 241,626
- Occupancy
- 43.3%
- Daily rate
- R 1,518
Bendor Garden Flat Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 175,079
- Occupancy
- 41.5%
- Daily rate
- R 1,258
Jolin Studio Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- R 173,025
- Occupancy
- 41.3%
- Daily rate
- R 975
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Polokwane Local Municipality?
Only 5% of Polokwane Local Municipality listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 38% 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 84% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 37.6%
- Professional management
- 5.4%
- Cohosted listings
- 11.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 53.8%
- Simplified Pricing
- 83.9%
Nearby markets
Polokwane Local Municipality vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the two nearby markets in the table, all within 56 km, Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality (56 km away) earned the most per listing, about 2.2 times as much as Polokwane Local Municipality. Polokwane was the busiest, booked on 26% of nights against 20% in Polokwane Local Municipality.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polokwane 1 km | 58 | R 68,054 | R 1,284 | 26% |
| Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality 56 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
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Markets Similar to Polokwane Local Municipality
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Polokwane Local Municipality:
- Beaufort West Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,011/night · 22.0%
- Germiston Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,072/night · 25.2%
- East London Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,162/night · 23.8%
- Kempton Park Airbnb data South Africa · R 961/night · 25.0%
FAQ
Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Polokwane Local Municipality?
An active Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 54,911 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 93 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 10,400 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Polokwane Local Municipality?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Polokwane Local Municipality listings earn between R 2,420 and R 10,400 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 19,000 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 Polokwane Local Municipality?
Listings in Polokwane Local Municipality were booked on 20% 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 Polokwane Local Municipality?
The average booked night in Polokwane Local Municipality cost R 1,086 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 670 and R 1,200, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Polokwane Local Municipality?
None of the active Polokwane 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 Polokwane Local Municipality?
It can be, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 54,911 in the 12 months to September 2026, 73% below the Limpopo average of R 205,123, counting listings open only part of the year, and 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, keeps about R 6,450 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Polokwane Local Municipality?
July usually pays best, averaging R 9,060 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 Polokwane Local Municipality?
Each night a Polokwane Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 233 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 512 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Polokwane Local Municipality?
Polokwane Local Municipality stays were booked 35 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Polokwane Local Municipality?
The average Polokwane Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasts about three nights. A listing took 11 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Polokwane Local Municipality rated?
Guests rate Polokwane 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 Polokwane Local Municipality?
Polokwane Central, Bendor and Pietersburg draw the most short-term rental interest in Polokwane Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Polokwane Local Municipality?
AirROI counted 93 active Airbnb listings in Polokwane Local Municipality as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Polokwane, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Polokwane Local Municipality?
In Polokwane Local Municipality, more than 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 2% of gross revenue.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 93 active Airbnb listings in Polokwane 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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