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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Nkomazi, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Nkomazi brought in R 340,969 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 69% more than the Mpumalanga average of R 201,976.
The short answer
Nkomazi Airbnb Market at a Glance
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the Mpumalanga average. Listings averaged R 2,953 a night and were booked on 36% of available nights, against R 2,310 and 28% for the Mpumalanga average.
July, usually the best month, brings in about 62% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.
With 459 active listings, Nkomazi is the second-largest of 15 Mpumalanga markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 10%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Nkomazi?
Gross bookings per Nkomazi listing averaged R 340,969 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 Nkomazi listing brings in R 48,700 in July, its best month, and R 30,100 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 31% 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 5.2 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 81,900+ a month, about 3.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 48,800 or more, roughly R 26,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 23,300 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 9,330 or less, about 40% 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 1.6 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 53,200 R 28,100
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 36,000. 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.
Nkomazi Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in December 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 34,118 | 39.4% | R 2,635 | R 1,137 | 78 days | 3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 35,878 | 42.7% | R 2,656 | R 1,157 | 87 days | 3.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 33,645 | 40.3% | R 2,630 | R 1,121 | 84 days | 3.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 44,418 | 48.5% | R 2,796 | R 1,433 | 123 days | 4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 34,022 | 35.6% | R 2,731 | R 1,097 | 83 days | 3.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 31,716 | 36.6% | R 2,684 | R 1,133 | 74 days | 3.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 34,688 | 35.2% | R 2,765 | R 1,119 | 65 days | 3.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 35,638 | 38.7% | R 2,843 | R 1,188 | 79 days | 3.6 nights |
| May 2026 | R 34,033 | 32.6% | R 3,048 | R 1,098 | 60 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 37,388 | 35.0% | R 3,163 | R 1,246 | 66 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 53,200 | 45.5% | R 3,218 | R 1,716 | 91 days | 4.1 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 41,974 | 40.4% | R 3,170 | R 1,354 | 86 days | 3.5 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Nkomazi address, run it through the Airbnb profit calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Nkomazi Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Nkomazi Airbnb took in R 340,969 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 20,800 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about R 44,100 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the R 10,300 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about R 21,700 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about R 18,100 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Nkomazi Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 330,669 | R 693,800 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Nkomazi bookings | R 10,300 | R 21,500 |
| Gross bookings | R 340,969 | R 715,300 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 74% of Nkomazi listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 41,800 | −R 87,700 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 10,300 | −R 21,500 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 17,000 | −R 35,800 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 6,800 | −R 14,300 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 10,200 | −R 21,500 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 3,400 | −R 3,400 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 1,700 | −R 1,700 |
| 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 91,200 | −R 185,900 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 249,769about R 20,800 a month | R 529,400about R 44,100 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Nkomazi Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Nkomazi'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 Nkomazi home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Nkomazi's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Nkomazi listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 34% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 2,065 adds about R 20,700 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 3,050 a night or more, against a median of R 2,065. 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 33,100 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about R 48,700, against R 30,100 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Nkomazi listings average 4.79 stars, and 37% 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 59,600 a month, against R 28,400 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Nkomazi?
Nkomazi listings were booked on 36% of the nights they were open over the past year, 8 percentage points above the Mpumalanga average (28%) and in line with the South Africa average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 50% in December and falls to 34% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 79%+ of open nights, 45 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 34% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 16% or less, under two nights a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Nkomazi, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 40% 52% 33%
The 12-month rate of 36% 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 Nkomazi?
The average nightly rate in Nkomazi, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 2,953 over the past year, about 28% above the Mpumalanga average of R 2,310 and about 22% above the South Africa average of R 2,425. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and July at about R 2,950 and bottom out in September and November at about R 2,475.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about four times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 5,240+ a night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 3,050 or more, about R 990 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 2,065 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 1,330 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates run 19% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 3,220 R 2,310
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 2,710. The 12-month ADR of R 2,953 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 Nkomazi?
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 Nkomazi it averaged R 1,090 over the past year, from about R 1,020 in a typical May to about R 1,570 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 2,330+ per open night, about 3.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 1,390 or more, about R 740 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 646 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 321 or less, about half of the median.
July RevPAR is about 1.5 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 1,720 R 936
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,180. The 12-month RevPAR of R 1,090 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 Nkomazi
Nkomazi has two high seasons, July–August and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Nkomazi
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 48,700 R 30,100
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 36,000.
Revenue by month in Nkomazi in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | R 33,900 |
| February | Low season | R 30,100 |
| March | Shoulder season | R 33,800 |
| April | Shoulder season | R 38,500 |
| May | Low season | R 31,600 |
| June | Low season | R 32,700 |
| July | High season | R 48,700 |
| August | High season | R 39,200 |
| September | Low season | R 33,000 |
| October | Shoulder season | R 33,100 |
| November | Low season | R 33,100 |
| December | High season | R 44,000 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly–August, December | R 44,000 | 46% | R 2,858 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, March–April, October | R 34,800 | 39% | R 2,656 |
| Low seasonFebruary, May–June, September, November | R 32,100 | 37% | R 2,671 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Nkomazi?
Guests book Nkomazi stays 83 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 109 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 59 days. A typical December booking is made in late August.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 75 days 123 days 52 days
The 12-month figure of 83 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 Nkomazi
None of the 459 active listings in Nkomazi 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 Nkomazi.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Nkomazi
AirROI's area guide picks seven Nkomazi neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Tshokwane, Komatipoort and Malelane. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tshokwane | A popular gateway to Kruger National Park, providing access to wildlife and nature experiences. Ideal for tourists seeking adventure and natural beauty. | Kruger National Park, Tshokwane Picnic Site, Wildlife viewing, Scenic drives, Cultural experiences with local communities |
| Komatipoort | Located near the border with Mozambique, this town offers unique cultural experiences and easy access to Kruger Park. Attracts both tourists and local visitors. | Kruger National Park, Crocodile Bridge Gate, Engagement with local culture, Mozambique border, Night markets |
| Malelane | A small town near the Malelane Gate of Kruger National Park, famous for its game viewing. Popular among nature lovers and adventure seekers. | Kruger National Park, Malelane Gate, Game drives, Bird watching, Local restaurants and shops |
| Nkomazi Game Reserve | This private game reserve offers luxury accommodations and is perfect for tourists looking for a high-end safari experience amidst stunning nature. | Safari experiences, Luxury lodges, Wildlife conservation tours, Beautiful landscapes, Birding |
| Hectorspruit | A charming town that's close to several attractions in the region, perfect for guests wanting a peaceful retreat while being near nature. | Game drives, Cultural experiences, Nature walks, Bird watching |
| Limpopo River | This region offers incredible river views and outdoor activities, attracting visitors looking for relaxation and nature. | River activities, Fishing, Scenic views, Birding opportunities |
| Siyandhani | A lesser-known area that can appeal to travelers seeking an authentic South African experience, with rural charm and local hospitality. | Cultural tours, Community experiences, Local crafts, Nature trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Nkomazi Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 88% of listings in Nkomazi, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in nine (12%) rents out a single room. Houses account for 78% of the stock; hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs come next at 7%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Nkomazi Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 88%
- Private room 12%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 87.6% | 402 |
| Private room | 11.5% | 53 |
| Hotel room | 0.9% | 4 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Nkomazi Airbnb listings by property type
- House 78%
- Hotel/Boutique 7%
- Apartment/Condo 6%
- Cabin/Outdoor 5%
- Others 4%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 77.6% | 356 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 6.5% | 30 |
| Apartment/Condo | 5.7% | 26 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 5.0% | 23 |
| Others | 4.4% | 20 |
| Unique stay | 0.9% | 4 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Nkomazi Have?
Most Nkomazi homes are built for groups: 56% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (28%). Shares are of the 399 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Nkomazi entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
2%
16%
27%
28%
17%
10%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.8% | 7 |
| 1 bedroom | 16.0% | 64 |
| 2 bedrooms | 26.6% | 106 |
| 3 bedrooms | 28.1% | 112 |
| 4 bedrooms | 17.3% | 69 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 10.3% | 41 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Nkomazi
A typical one-bedroom home in Nkomazi earned R 135,000 over the past year, against R 611,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 64 | R 135,000 | R 204,000 | R 1,459 | 39% |
| 2 bedrooms | 106 | R 172,000 | R 308,000 | R 2,148 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 112 | R 256,000 | R 348,000 | R 2,461 | 40% |
| 4 bedrooms | 69 | R 264,000 | R 402,000 | R 3,612 | 34% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 41 | R 611,000 | R 856,000 | R 9,251 | 32% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Nkomazi Sleep?
The most common capacity in Nkomazi is eight or more guests (29% of listings), and 54% of listings sleep six or more.
Nkomazi listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
17%
3%
23%
3%
22%
2%
29%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 16.9% | 75 |
| 3 guests | 3.4% | 15 |
| 4 guests | 22.8% | 101 |
| 5 guests | 3.2% | 14 |
| 6 guests | 22.3% | 99 |
| 7 guests | 2.5% | 11 |
| 8+ guests | 28.9% | 128 |
How Nkomazi Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Nkomazi hosts set up an average of 3.8 beds per listing. About three in ten listings (31%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 18
- Beds per listing
- 3.8
- Show exact location
- 31%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Nkomazi Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Nkomazi: 88% of listings have one, and 66% have a fire pit.
Share of Nkomazi listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Nkomazi
Listings in Nkomazi with a waterfront setting earned about 3.9 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R 1,100,000 against R 282,000. The gap is smaller for exercise equipment (about 3.3 times as much) and a river view (about 2.8 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 Nkomazi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront | 7% | R 1,100,000 | R 282,000 | +289% |
| Exercise equipment | 4% | R 1,030,000 | R 311,000 | +232% |
| River view | 10% | R 804,000 | R 288,000 | +179% |
| Sound system | 5% | R 849,000 | R 314,000 | +170% |
| Pool table | 3% | R 766,000 | R 326,000 | +135% |
| Sun loungers | 25% | R 588,000 | R 259,000 | +127% |
| Outdoor shower | 25% | R 587,000 | R 260,000 | +126% |
| Indoor fireplace | 12% | R 657,000 | R 297,000 | +121% |
| Fire pit | 66% | R 410,000 | R 205,000 | +100% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 10% | R 607,000 | R 311,000 | +95% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Nkomazi?
Nkomazi splits its demand between home and abroad: 52% of guests who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and the United States. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 51%, followed by German and Afrikaans.
52% of Nkomazi guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 52%
- Domestic 48%
Where Nkomazi guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 11.3% |
| Pretoria | 6.7% |
| Cape Town | 4.3% |
| Sandton | 3.1% |
| Gauteng | 2.2% |
Where Nkomazi guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 47.7% |
| United Kingdom | 8.2% |
| United States | 7.5% |
| Germany | 7.0% |
| France | 4.9% |
Languages spoken by Nkomazi guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 51.1% |
| German | 8.3% |
| Afrikaans | 8.2% |
| French | 7.7% |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Nkomazi?
Nkomazi Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 37% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and cleanliness is the lowest, at 4.78.
Communication and check-in score highest in Nkomazi; cleanliness 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 | 4.81 |
| Cleanliness | 4.78 |
| Communication | 4.87 |
| Location | 4.86 |
| Check-in | 4.87 |
| Value | 4.79 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Nkomazi: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than three-quarters of Nkomazi listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 24% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 31% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Nkomazi listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 53%
- 181-270 days 23%
- 91-180 days 18%
- 31-90 days 5%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 53.4% | 245 |
| 181-270 days | 23.1% | 106 |
| 91-180 days | 17.9% | 82 |
| 31-90 days | 5.0% | 23 |
| 1-30 days | 0.7% | 3 |
Days a year Nkomazi listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 6%
- 181-270 days 18%
- 91-180 days 24%
- 31-90 days 31%
- 1-30 days 21%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 5.9% | 27 |
| 181-270 days | 18.3% | 84 |
| 91-180 days | 24.2% | 111 |
| 31-90 days | 30.5% | 140 |
| 1-30 days | 21.1% | 97 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Nkomazi?
The average Nkomazi booking lasts 3.8 nights, longest in July and shortest in September. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year, some 11,900 in all. Nearly three-quarters of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Nkomazi
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.5 nights 3.9 nights 3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nkomazi Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
85% of listings in Nkomazi accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Nkomazi 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 Nkomazi?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Nkomazi, used by 47% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 54% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 39% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Nkomazi listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Nkomazi?
Nearly half of Nkomazi listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is R 182, and some higher fees lift the average to R 309. Spread over the average stay of 3.8 nights, that adds roughly R 50 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- R 182
- Average cleaning fee
- R 309
- Listings charging a fee
- 48.4%
- Share of gross revenue
- 3.0%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Nkomazi
The top-grossing Airbnb in Nkomazi, a five-bedroom home, took in R 4,060,000 over the past year, about 12 times the city's average of R 341,000. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have three and four bedrooms.
Crocodile Rock River Lodge, Mjejane Game Reserve Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.97 
Kruger Lodge Mjejane – Riverfront Safari Villa Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 3.1M
- Occupancy
- 23.9%
- Daily rate
- R 39,566
JACANA RIVER LODGE Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- R 2.8M
- Occupancy
- 61.3%
- Daily rate
- R 12,591
DonniBrooke River Lodge Mjejane Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- R 2.5M
- Occupancy
- 70.6%
- Daily rate
- R 10,192
Seriti River Lodge Mjejane Kruger National Park Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- R 2.4M
- Occupancy
- 75.4%
- Daily rate
- R 8,536
Tamboti River Lodge in Mjejane, Kruger Park Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- R 2.2M
- Occupancy
- 66.2%
- Daily rate
- R 9,825
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Nkomazi?
Birgit is the top-grossing host in Nkomazi, with R 5.63 million in bookings across 5 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 8% of the market's 459 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birgit | 5 | R 5,627,836 | R 1,125,567 | 4.93/5 | |
| John | 1 | R 4,060,157 | R 4,060,157 | 4.97/5 | |
| Paragon | 7 | R 3,594,859 | R 513,551 | 4.79/5 | |
| 4 | Maxine | 1 | R 3,142,843 | R 3,142,843 | 5.00/5 |
| 5 | Mariska | 1 | R 2,831,192 | R 2,831,192 | 4.90/5 |
| 6 | Rihanda | 7 | R 2,504,784 | R 357,826 | 4.75/5 |
| 7 | Kim | 1 | R 2,488,586 | R 2,488,586 | 4.91/5 |
| 8 | Simoné | 3 | R 2,425,104 | R 808,368 | 4.81/5 |
| 9 | Marius | 9 | R 2,390,207 | R 265,579 | 4.65/5 |
| 10 | Leigh | 1 | R 2,360,544 | R 2,360,544 | 4.88/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Nkomazi?
Only 5% of Nkomazi listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run four in ten listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 74% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 41.0%
- Professional management
- 5.0%
- Cohosted listings
- 20.7%
- Instant Book enabled
- 44.2%
- Simplified Pricing
- 74.1%
Nearby markets
Nkomazi vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Nkomazi out-earns every one of the four nearby markets in the table, all within 81 km; the best of them, Marloth Park, averaged about 36% less per listing.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marloth Park 2 km | 119 | R 219,731 | R 2,696 | 35% |
| White River 76 km | 32 | R 97,054 | R 1,878 | 26% |
| Mbombela 77 km | 506 | R 131,487 | R 1,854 | 25% |
| Nelspruit 81 km | 62 | R 66,630 | R 1,567 | 24% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Mpumalanga
- Emakhazeni Local Municipality Airbnb data 340 listings
- Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb data 160 listings
- Dullstroom Airbnb data 53 listings
- Msukaligwa Airbnb data 41 listings
- Steve Tshwete Local Municipality Airbnb data 38 listings
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Markets Similar to Nkomazi
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Nkomazi:
- Ballito Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,119/night · 34.3%
- Knysna Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,759/night · 34.5%
- Overstrand Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,225/night · 34.8%
- Plettenberg Bay Airbnb data South Africa · R 3,413/night · 34.7%
- Drakenstein Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,737/night · 32.7%
- Langebaan Airbnb data South Africa · R 2,591/night · 33.0%
FAQ
Nkomazi Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Nkomazi?
An active Nkomazi Airbnb grossed R 340,969 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 459 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 48,800 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Nkomazi?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Nkomazi listings earn between R 9,330 and R 48,800 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 81,900 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Nkomazi?
Listings in Nkomazi were booked on 36% 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 Nkomazi?
The average booked night in Nkomazi cost R 2,953 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 1,330 and R 3,050, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Nkomazi?
None of the active Nkomazi 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 Nkomazi?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Nkomazi Airbnb grossed R 340,969 in the 12 months to September 2026, 69% above the Mpumalanga average of R 201,976. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, R 249,769 a year (about R 20,800 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about R 44,100 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Nkomazi?
July usually pays best, averaging R 48,700 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 Nkomazi?
Each night a Nkomazi listing was open to book earned R 1,090 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made R 2,330 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Nkomazi?
Nkomazi stays were booked 83 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Nkomazi?
The average Nkomazi Airbnb stay lasted 3.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Nkomazi rated?
Guests rate Nkomazi Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and cleanliness lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Nkomazi?
Tshokwane, Komatipoort and Malelane draw the most short-term rental interest in Nkomazi. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Nkomazi?
AirROI counted 459 active Airbnb listings in Nkomazi as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Marloth Park, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Nkomazi?
In Nkomazi, nearly half of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is R 182, and some higher fees lift the average to R 309.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 459 active Airbnb listings in Nkomazi 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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