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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Mbombela, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Mbombela brought in R 131,482 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 35% less than the Mpumalanga average of R 201,976.
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Mbombela Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the Mpumalanga average. Listings averaged R 1,854 a night and were booked on 25% of available nights, against R 2,310 and 28% for the Mpumalanga average.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 85% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.
With 506 active listings, Mbombela is the largest of 15 Mpumalanga markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 6% while the number of active listings shrank 6%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Mbombela?
Gross bookings per Mbombela listing averaged R 131,482 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Mpumalanga average: R 201,976), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Mbombela listing brings in R 22,100 in December, its best month, and R 12,000 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 32% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 38,600+ a month, about 4.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 19,300 or more, roughly R 10,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 9,240 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 4,260 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.
December earns about 1.8 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 22,900 R 11,300
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 15,500. 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.
Mbombela Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in December 2025. Across the past two years, December is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 14,300 | 27.7% | R 1,676 | R 477 | 55 days | 2.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 15,927 | 29.0% | R 1,689 | R 514 | 70 days | 2.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 14,559 | 28.1% | R 1,679 | R 485 | 65 days | 3.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 22,721 | 37.7% | R 1,745 | R 733 | 79 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 12,720 | 23.0% | R 1,724 | R 410 | 61 days | 3.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 12,610 | 27.0% | R 1,702 | R 450 | 50 days | 2.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 13,538 | 24.7% | R 1,747 | R 437 | 44 days | 2.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 15,773 | 26.5% | R 1,781 | R 526 | 51 days | 2.9 nights |
| May 2026 | R 15,153 | 26.3% | R 1,945 | R 489 | 37 days | 3.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 16,621 | 26.2% | R 2,024 | R 554 | 39 days | 3.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 22,932 | 30.9% | R 2,069 | R 740 | 68 days | 3.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 17,380 | 25.6% | R 2,035 | R 561 | 55 days | 2.6 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 Mbombela home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Mbombela Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Mbombela Airbnb took in R 131,482 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 274,800, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 17,100 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.
Mbombela Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 129,182 | R 270,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Mbombela bookings | R 2,300 | R 4,800 |
| Gross bookings | R 131,482 | R 274,800 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of Mbombela listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 16,800 | −R 35,100 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 2,300 | −R 4,800 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 6,600 | −R 13,700 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 2,600 | −R 5,500 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 3,900 | −R 8,200 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 1,300 | −R 1,300 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 700 | −R 700 |
| 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 34,200 | −R 69,300 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 97,282about R 8,100 a month | R 205,500about R 17,100 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Mbombela Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Mbombela'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 Mbombela 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 Mbombela's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Mbombela listings are booked on 39% or more of their nights, against 23% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 1,205 adds about R 12,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 2,290 a night or more, against a median of R 1,205. 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 12,900 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 22,100, against R 12,000 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Mbombela listings average 4.76 stars, and 28% 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 22,900 a month, against R 11,000 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Mbombela?
Mbombela listings were booked on 25% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the Mpumalanga average (28%) and 10 points below the South Africa average (35%). Counting only the listings booked in each month and averaging each month over two years, occupancy climbs to 38% in December and falls to 25% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 60%+ of open nights, 37 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 39% or more, roughly two and a half nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 23% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 12% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Mbombela, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 28% 38% 23%
The 12-month rate of 25% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Mbombela?
The average nightly rate in Mbombela, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,854 over the past year, about 20% below the Mpumalanga average of R 2,310 and about 24% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about R 1,875 and bottom out in September and November at about R 1,625.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 4.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 3,620+ a night, about three times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 2,290 or more, about R 1,100 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 1,205 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 830 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates run 15% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 2,070 R 1,570
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,730. The 12-month ADR of R 1,854 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 Mbombela?
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 Mbombela it averaged R 480 over the past year, from about R 427 in a typical February to about R 712 in a typical December.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 1,080+ per open night, about 3.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 560 or more, about R 270 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 293 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 162 or less, about 55% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.7 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 740 R 388
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 509. The 12-month RevPAR of R 480 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 Mbombela
Mbombela has two high seasons, July–August and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to March and slows again in May.
Average revenue by month in Mbombela
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 22,100 R 12,000
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 15,500.
Revenue by month in Mbombela in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | R 13,300 |
| February | Low season | R 12,000 |
| March | Low season | R 13,300 |
| April | Shoulder season | R 15,500 |
| May | Low season | R 13,600 |
| June | Shoulder season | R 14,500 |
| July | High season | R 20,400 |
| August | High season | R 17,100 |
| September | Shoulder season | R 14,400 |
| October | Shoulder season | R 15,600 |
| November | Shoulder season | R 14,300 |
| December | High season | R 22,100 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember | R 22,100 | 38% | R 1,721 |
| High seasonJuly–August | R 18,700 | 29% | R 1,863 |
| Shoulder seasonApril, June, September–November | R 14,900 | 27% | R 1,688 |
| Low seasonJanuary–March, May | R 13,000 | 25% | R 1,708 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Mbombela?
Guests book Mbombela stays 55 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 73 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 36 days. A typical December booking is made in early October.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 52 days 79 days 33 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Mbombela
None of the 506 active listings in Mbombela 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 Mbombela.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Mbombela
AirROI's area guide picks seven Mbombela neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Nelspruit CBD, Mbombela Stadium and Mupumalanga Highlands. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nelspruit CBD | The central business district of Mbombela offers convenience and accessibility, making it popular with business travelers and those visiting for events. Hosts can cater to a variety of guests seeking urban amenities. | Lowveld National Botanical Garden, Mbombela Stadium, Goodyear Park, Promenade Shopping Centre, Local restaurants and cafes |
| Mbombela Stadium | Known for hosting sporting events and concerts, the area around Mbombela Stadium attracts visitors for events and matches, creating demand for short-term stays. | Mbombela Stadium, Nearby sports events, Local entertainment venues |
| Mupumalanga Highlands | An area rich in scenic views and outdoor activities, great for tourists looking to hike, explore waterfalls, and enjoy the lush surroundings, making it an attractive investment for holiday rentals. | Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, Dullstroom, Pilgrim's Rest, Sabie waterfalls |
| KaNyamazane | A growing suburb of Mbombela, KaNyamazane is becoming increasingly popular due to its affordable housing and proximity to urban amenities, catering to budget travelers and families. | Local markets, Cultural experiences, Outdoor activities |
| Nooitgedacht | A suburban area that provides a blend of tranquility and access to nature, appealing to guests seeking a quieter stay close to the nature reserves and parks in the region. | Nature reserves, Outdoor recreational activities |
| Hazyview | A tourist hotspot situated near Kruger National Park, ideal for those looking to experience safari adventures and the lush surroundings of Mpumalanga, making it a prime location for short-term rentals. | Kruger National Park, Adventure activities, Blyde River Canyon, Local markets |
| Ngodwana | Home to a large paper mill and a nearby tourist route, this small town attracts visitors for its unique attractions, making it suitable for niche Airbnb offerings focusing on industrial tourism and nature. | Ngodwana Dam, Scenic drives, Nature walks |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Mbombela Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 74% of listings in Mbombela, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in four (26%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 41%, about 1.7 times the share of apartments and condos (25%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Mbombela Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 74%
- Private room 26%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 73.5% | 372 |
| Private room | 25.7% | 130 |
| Hotel room | 0.8% | 4 |
Listings by property type
Mbombela Airbnb listings by property type
- House 41%
- Apartment/Condo 25%
- Hotel/Boutique 18%
- Others 8%
- Cabin/Outdoor 7%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 41.3% | 209 |
| Apartment/Condo | 24.5% | 124 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 18.4% | 93 |
| Others | 8.3% | 42 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 6.9% | 35 |
| Unique stay | 0.6% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Mbombela Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Mbombela (37% of entire homes), and 38% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 366 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Mbombela entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
2%
37%
22%
24%
10%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.5% | 9 |
| 1 bedroom | 37.4% | 137 |
| 2 bedrooms | 22.4% | 82 |
| 3 bedrooms | 24.0% | 88 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.8% | 36 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.8% | 14 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Mbombela
A typical one-bedroom home in Mbombela earned R 51,300 over the past year, against R 351,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 137 | R 51,300 | R 74,900 | R 971 | 26% |
| 2 bedrooms | 82 | R 85,900 | R 107,000 | R 1,508 | 25% |
| 3 bedrooms | 88 | R 150,000 | R 203,000 | R 2,718 | 27% |
| 4 bedrooms | 36 | R 310,000 | R 399,000 | R 4,728 | 30% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 14 | R 351,000 | R 382,000 | R 5,732 | 27% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Mbombela Sleep?
Most Mbombela listings are sized for couples and small families: 62% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 13% take eight or more. Shares are of the 435 listings with a guest capacity on file (86% of the market).
Mbombela listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
33%
5%
23%
4%
20%
1%
13%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.7% | 3 |
| 2 guests | 33.1% | 144 |
| 3 guests | 4.6% | 20 |
| 4 guests | 23.4% | 102 |
| 5 guests | 4.4% | 19 |
| 6 guests | 20.0% | 87 |
| 7 guests | 0.7% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 13.1% | 57 |
How Mbombela Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Mbombela hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing. About three in ten listings (29%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 16
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 29%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Mbombela Offer?
Pools are common in Mbombela: 66% of listings have one.
Share of Mbombela listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Mbombela
Listings in Mbombela with a mini golf course earned about 3.0 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R 375,000 against R 126,000. The gap is smaller for an outdoor shower (about 2.8 times as much) and a river view (about 2.6 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 Mbombela 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini golf | 2% | R 375,000 | R 126,000 | +198% |
| Outdoor shower | 4% | R 348,000 | R 124,000 | +181% |
| River view | 2% | R 326,000 | R 128,000 | +155% |
| Elevator | 8% | R 252,000 | R 121,000 | +108% |
| Resort access | 9% | R 241,000 | R 120,000 | +101% |
| Pool | 66% | R 158,000 | R 79,900 | +98% |
| Sun loungers | 10% | R 237,000 | R 120,000 | +97% |
| Indoor fireplace | 19% | R 219,000 | R 112,000 | +96% |
| Hot tub | 4% | R 232,000 | R 127,000 | +83% |
| Pool view | 5% | R 204,000 | R 128,000 | +60% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Mbombela?
Mbombela splits its demand between home and abroad: 40% of guests who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from the United States and Germany. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 52%, followed by Afrikaans and French.
60% of Mbombela guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 60%
- International 40%
Where Mbombela guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 11.0% |
| Pretoria | 9.5% |
| Cape Town | 5.5% |
| Maputo | 4.6% |
| Sandton | 2.7% |
Where Mbombela guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 60.4% |
| United States | 5.4% |
| Germany | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | 5.0% |
| Mozambique | 4.8% |
Languages spoken by Mbombela guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 52.3% |
| Afrikaans | 11.4% |
| French | 7.2% |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| Portuguese | 5.6% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Mbombela?
Mbombela Airbnbs average 4.76 stars, and 28% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.77.
Communication and check-in score highest in Mbombela; 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 | 4.78 |
| Cleanliness | 4.80 |
| Communication | 4.85 |
| Location | 4.82 |
| Check-in | 4.85 |
| Value | 4.77 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Mbombela: Stays, Rules and Fees
94% of Mbombela listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 6% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 39% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Mbombela listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 72%
- 181-270 days 23%
- 91-180 days 5%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 71.7% | 363 |
| 181-270 days | 22.5% | 114 |
| 91-180 days | 5.3% | 27 |
| 31-90 days | 0.4% | 2 |
Days a year Mbombela listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days <1%
- 181-270 days 6%
- 91-180 days 24%
- 31-90 days 39%
- 1-30 days 32%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 0.4% | 2 |
| 181-270 days | 5.5% | 28 |
| 91-180 days | 23.7% | 120 |
| 31-90 days | 38.7% | 196 |
| 1-30 days | 31.6% | 160 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Mbombela?
The average Mbombela booking lasts 3.5 nights, longest in December and shortest in September. Listings took about 17 bookings each over the year, some 8,560 in all. Nearly two-thirds 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 Mbombela
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.9 nights 3.6 nights 2.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Mbombela Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Mbombela accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Mbombela 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 Mbombela?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Mbombela, used by 33% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 55% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 41% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Mbombela listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Mbombela?
44% of Mbombela 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
- 44.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 1.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Mbombela
The top-grossing Airbnb in Mbombela, a four-bedroom home, took in R 1,370,000 over the past year, about 10 times the city's average of R 131,000.
Enjojo Bushveld Escape | Luxury villa near Kruger Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99 
Private villa - wildlife estate near Kruger Park Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 1.1M
- Occupancy
- 54.0%
- Daily rate
- R 5,472
Ruzelle airbnb close to the Kruger National Park. Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- R 1M
- Occupancy
- 56.6%
- Daily rate
- R 4,866
Kruger Park Lodge Unit No. 241 Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.75 - Revenue
- R 933,114
- Occupancy
- 65.5%
- Daily rate
- R 3,866
Tussenklip Honeymoon Suite @ The Fig Tree House Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- R 930,150
- Occupancy
- 84.8%
- Daily rate
- R 2,991
Nkova Sabie Villa: Kruger National Park Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 892,173
- Occupancy
- 21.4%
- Daily rate
- R 17,323
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Mbombela?
Joey is the top-grossing host in Mbombela, with R 8.01 million in bookings across 24 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 11% of the market's 506 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joey | 24 | R 8,009,066 | R 333,711 | 4.84/5 | |
| Hilton | 11 | R 3,354,756 | R 304,978 | 4.82/5 | |
| RnR Holidays | 5 | R 1,797,197 | R 359,439 | 4.53/5 | |
| 4 | Marco And Louisa | 8 | R 1,708,341 | R 213,543 | 4.80/5 |
| 5 | Liezel | 1 | R 1,374,166 | R 1,374,166 | 4.99/5 |
| 6 | Jo | 1 | R 1,130,867 | R 1,130,867 | 5.00/5 |
| 7 | Neldi | 2 | R 1,105,825 | R 552,912 | 4.93/5 |
| 8 | Cristel | 2 | R 1,103,009 | R 551,505 | 4.90/5 |
| 9 | Hendrik Erasmus Sterrenberg | 1 | R 1,037,340 | R 1,037,340 | 4.94/5 |
| 10 | Marique Christine | 1 | R 930,150 | R 930,150 | 4.95/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Mbombela?
Only 6% of Mbombela listings are classed as professionally managed. Only 29% of listings are run by Superhosts. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 78% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 29.4%
- Professional management
- 5.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 18.2%
- Instant Book enabled
- 52.2%
- Simplified Pricing
- 78.3%
Nearby markets
Mbombela vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the seven nearby markets in the table, all within 89 km, Nkomazi (77 km away) earned the most per listing, about 2.6 times as much as Mbombela.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White River 3 km | 32 | R 97,054 | R 1,878 | 26% |
| Nelspruit 16 km | 62 | R 66,630 | R 1,567 | 24% |
| Thaba Chweu Local Municipality 43 km | 160 | R 98,214 | R 1,466 | 23% |
| Nkomazi 77 km | 459 | R 340,966 | R 2,953 | 36% |
| Marloth Park 78 km | 119 | R 219,731 | R 2,696 | 35% |
| Emakhazeni Local Municipality 85 km | 340 | R 247,655 | R 2,931 | 25% |
| Dullstroom 89 km | 53 | R 257,873 | R 3,154 | 30% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Mpumalanga
- Msukaligwa Airbnb data 41 listings
- Steve Tshwete Local Municipality Airbnb data 38 listings
See all 15 Mpumalanga Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Mbombela
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Mbombela:
- Dihlabeng Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,889/night · 24.6%
- Mogale City Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,696/night · 24.9%
- Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,698/night · 24.7%
- Hibiscus Coast Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,993/night · 23.8%
- Breede Valley Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,960/night · 27.0%
- Kwa Sani Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,052/night · 24.3%
FAQ
Mbombela Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Mbombela?
An active Mbombela Airbnb grossed R 131,482 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 506 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 19,300 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Mbombela?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Mbombela listings earn between R 4,260 and R 19,300 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 38,600 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 Mbombela?
Listings in Mbombela were booked on 25% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 28% for the Mpumalanga average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Mbombela?
The average booked night in Mbombela cost R 1,854 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 830 and R 2,290, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Mbombela?
None of the active Mbombela 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 Mbombela?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Mbombela Airbnb grossed R 131,482 in the 12 months to September 2026, 35% below the Mpumalanga average of R 201,976, 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 17,100 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 estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Mbombela?
December usually pays best, averaging R 22,100 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 Mbombela?
Each night a Mbombela listing was open to book earned R 480 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 1,080 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Mbombela?
Mbombela stays were booked 55 days (about eight 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 Mbombela?
The average Mbombela Airbnb stay lasted 3.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 17 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Mbombela rated?
Guests rate Mbombela Airbnbs 4.76 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Mbombela?
Nelspruit CBD, Mbombela Stadium and Mupumalanga Highlands draw the most short-term rental interest in Mbombela. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Mbombela?
AirROI counted 506 active Airbnb listings in Mbombela as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is White River, 3 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Mbombela?
In Mbombela, 44% 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.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 506 active Airbnb listings in Mbombela 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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