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Thaba Chweu Local Municipality, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality brought in R 98,209 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 51% less than the Mpumalanga average of R 201,976.
The short answer
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the Mpumalanga average. Listings averaged R 1,466 a night and were booked on 23% of available nights, against R 2,310 and 28% for the Mpumalanga average.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 58% more per listing than January, usually the slowest.
With 160 active listings, Thaba Chweu Local Municipality is the fourth-largest of 15 Mpumalanga markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 12%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Gross bookings per Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listing averaged R 98,209 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listing brings in R 15,400 in December, its best month, and R 9,750 in January, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: December leads July by 2%, and January sits just 1% below February, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 30% 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 28,100+ a month, about 3.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 16,400 or more, roughly R 8,400 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 8,030 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 3,620 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.
December earns about 1.6 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 17,200 R 8,490
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 12,200. 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.
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in December 2025. 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 11,160 | 27.7% | R 1,303 | R 372 | 82 days | 2.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 11,759 | 29.1% | R 1,308 | R 379 | 95 days | 2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 10,306 | 26.3% | R 1,313 | R 344 | 93 days | 2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 15,290 | 33.3% | R 1,357 | R 493 | 98 days | 2.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 9,371 | 20.7% | R 1,376 | R 302 | 72 days | 2.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 8,486 | 22.4% | R 1,351 | R 303 | 83 days | 2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 10,741 | 24.0% | R 1,381 | R 346 | 55 days | 2.1 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 14,409 | 30.4% | R 1,397 | R 480 | 79 days | 2.4 nights |
| May 2026 | R 12,760 | 24.1% | R 1,520 | R 412 | 90 days | 2.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 13,214 | 25.1% | R 1,557 | R 440 | 59 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 17,168 | 33.0% | R 1,579 | R 554 | 74 days | 2.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 15,669 | 29.8% | R 1,565 | R 505 | 89 days | 2.2 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the short-term rental calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 98,209 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 200,590, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 12,460 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.
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 96,359 | R 196,800 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Thaba Chweu Local Municipality bookings | R 1,850 | R 3,790 |
| Gross bookings | R 98,209 | R 200,590 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 79% of Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 12,610 | −R 25,760 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 1,850 | −R 3,790 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 4,910 | −R 10,030 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 1,960 | −R 4,010 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 2,950 | −R 6,020 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 980 | −R 980 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 490 | −R 490 |
| 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 25,750 | −R 51,080 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 72,459about R 6,040 a month | R 149,510about R 12,460 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Thaba Chweu 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 Thaba Chweu 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings are booked on 39% or more of their nights, against 21% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 1,085 adds about R 10,900 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 1,675 a night or more, against a median of R 1,085. 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 9,640 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 15,400, against R 9,750 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings average 4.69 stars, and 18% 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 16,720 a month, against R 8,180 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings were booked on 23% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Mpumalanga average (28%) and 12 points below the South Africa average (35%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 34% in December and falls to 22% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 59%+ of open nights, 38 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 21% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 10% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 27% 35% 21%
The 12-month rate of 23% 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
The average nightly rate in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,466 over the past year, about 37% below the Mpumalanga average of R 2,310 and about 40% below 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 1,445 and bottom out in September and October at about R 1,285.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 2,535+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 1,675 or more, about R 590 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 1,085 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 785 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates run 12% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 1,580 R 1,270
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,370. The 12-month ADR of R 1,466 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 Thaba Chweu 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality it averaged R 344 over the past year, from about R 314 in a typical January to about R 496 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 726+ per open night, about 3.6 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 451 or more, about R 250 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 199 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 113 or less, about 57% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.6 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 554 R 296
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 399. The 12-month RevPAR of R 344 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
Revenue in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality peaks several times a year, in April, July–August and December, a moderately seasonal pattern. Business is slowest from January to March and slows again in May and June.
Average revenue by month in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 15,400 R 9,750
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 12,200.
Revenue by month in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | R 9,750 |
| February | Low season | R 9,770 |
| March | Low season | R 11,100 |
| April | High season | R 13,800 |
| May | Low season | R 11,000 |
| June | Low season | R 11,000 |
| July | High season | R 15,100 |
| August | High season | R 13,900 |
| September | Shoulder season | R 11,800 |
| October | Shoulder season | R 11,800 |
| November | Shoulder season | R 11,200 |
| December | High season | R 15,400 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July–August, December | R 14,600 | 31% | R 1,397 |
| Shoulder seasonSeptember–November | R 11,600 | 28% | R 1,297 |
| Low seasonJanuary–March, May–June | R 10,500 | 24% | R 1,384 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Guests book Thaba Chweu Local Municipality stays 84 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. November stays are booked furthest out, about 86 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 49 days. A typical November booking is made in late August.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 71 days 98 days 39 days
The 12-month figure of 84 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
None of the 160 active listings in Thaba Chweu 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
AirROI's area guide picks five Thaba Chweu Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Graskop, Sabie and Lydenburg. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Graskop | A gateway to the Blyde River Canyon and famous for its waterfalls and panoramic views, Graskop attracts tourists who cherish nature and adventure. | Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, Lisbon Falls, Mac Mac Falls, Berlin Falls |
| Sabie | Known for its scenic beauty and lush forests, Sabie is a hub for outdoor activities and is popular among nature lovers. | Sabie Falls, Lone Creek Falls, Mac Mac Pools, Forest Hiking Trails, Biking Trails |
| Lydenburg | Rich in history and surrounded by hills and rivers, Lydenburg serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding attractions. | Lydenburg Museum, Buffalo Park, Long Tom Pass, Nearby waterfalls, Cultural heritage sites |
| Pilgrim's Rest | An old gold mining town, Pilgrim's Rest is a Highland Heritage site attracting history enthusiasts and tourists seeking a unique experience. | Pilgrim's Rest Museum, Historic gold rush buildings, Blyde River Canyon, Scenic views of the mountains, Local craft shops |
| Hazyview | Renowned for its proximity to Kruger National Park and diverse activities, Hazyview caters to tourists looking for wildlife adventures and relaxation. | Kruger National Park, Elephant Sanctuary, White River Rafting, Hazyview Raptor Centre, Skyway Trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 46% of listings, against 54% for entire homes. Houses (36%) and hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (33%) split the stock almost evenly.
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 54%
- Private room 46%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 54.4% | 87 |
| Private room | 45.6% | 73 |
Houses and hotels and B&Bs split the stock
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
- House 36%
- Hotel/Boutique 33%
- Cabin/Outdoor 17%
- Apartment/Condo 9%
- Others 4%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 35.6% | 57 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 33.1% | 53 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 16.9% | 27 |
| Apartment/Condo | 9.4% | 15 |
| Others | 4.4% | 7 |
| Unique stay | 0.6% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality (43% of entire homes), and 38% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 86 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
43%
19%
19%
9%
10%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 43.0% | 37 |
| 2 bedrooms | 18.6% | 16 |
| 3 bedrooms | 18.6% | 16 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.3% | 8 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 10.5% | 9 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
A typical one-bedroom home in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality earned R 37,200 over the past year, against R 90,900 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 37 | R 37,200 | R 76,300 | R 1,038 | 24% |
| 2 bedrooms | 16 | R 29,700 | R 106,000 | R 1,250 | 29% |
| 3 bedrooms | 16 | R 90,900 | R 135,000 | R 1,861 | 27% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Sleep?
Most Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings are sized for couples and small families: 66% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 16% take eight or more. Shares are of the 122 listings with a guest capacity on file (76% of the market).
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
43%
5%
18%
5%
11%
2%
16%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 42.6% | 52 |
| 3 guests | 4.9% | 6 |
| 4 guests | 18.0% | 22 |
| 5 guests | 4.9% | 6 |
| 6 guests | 10.7% | 13 |
| 7 guests | 2.5% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 16.4% | 20 |
How Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing. About two in ten listings (20%) 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
- 20%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality: 98% of listings offer it, and 60% have a barbecue grill.
Share of Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
Listings in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality with a patio or balcony earned about twice as much a year, on average, as those without: R 123,000 against R 62,300. The gap is smaller for an indoor fireplace (about 80% more) and self check-in (about 80% more). 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patio or balcony | 59% | R 123,000 | R 62,300 | +98% |
| Indoor fireplace | 38% | R 136,000 | R 75,700 | +79% |
| Self check-in | 18% | R 154,000 | R 86,400 | +78% |
| Pets allowed | 46% | R 126,000 | R 75,200 | +67% |
| Garden view | 20% | R 143,000 | R 86,900 | +65% |
| Outdoor furniture | 39% | R 129,000 | R 78,400 | +65% |
| Backyard | 51% | R 120,000 | R 75,400 | +60% |
| BBQ grill | 60% | R 113,000 | R 76,000 | +49% |
| Outdoor dining area | 40% | R 121,000 | R 82,700 | +47% |
| Free street parking | 9% | R 120,000 | R 96,100 | +25% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality splits its demand between home and abroad: 65% of guests who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from Germany and France. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 47%, followed by German and French.
65% of Thaba Chweu Local Municipality guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 65%
- Domestic 35%
Where Thaba Chweu Local Municipality guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Pretoria | 6.0% |
| Johannesburg | 5.2% |
| Cape Town | 3.7% |
| Sandton | 3.7% |
| Gauteng | 1.6% |
Where Thaba Chweu 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 | 35.1% |
| Germany | 13.3% |
| France | 12.5% |
| Netherlands | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | 5.9% |
Languages spoken by Thaba Chweu Local Municipality guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 47.2% |
| German | 13.6% |
| French | 11.2% |
| Afrikaans | 7.2% |
| Spanish | 5.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.69 stars, and 18% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.69.
Communication scores highest in Thaba Chweu 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 | 4.73 |
| Cleanliness | 4.73 |
| Communication | 4.78 |
| Location | 4.72 |
| Check-in | 4.77 |
| Value | 4.69 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality: Stays, Rules and Fees
About nine in ten Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 9% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 41% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 76%
- 181-270 days 14%
- 91-180 days 9%
- 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 76.3% | 122 |
| 181-270 days | 14.4% | 23 |
| 91-180 days | 8.8% | 14 |
| 31-90 days | 0.6% | 1 |
Days a year Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days <1%
- 181-270 days 9%
- 91-180 days 16%
- 31-90 days 34%
- 1-30 days 41%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 0.6% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 8.8% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 15.6% | 25 |
| 31-90 days | 33.8% | 54 |
| 1-30 days | 41.3% | 66 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
The average Thaba Chweu Local Municipality booking lasts 2.6 nights, longest in December and shortest in October. Listings took about 18 bookings each over the year, some 2,860 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 2.2 nights 3 nights 1.9 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly all listings in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Thaba Chweu 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality, used by 45% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than half of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 37% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Nearly four in ten Thaba Chweu 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
- 37.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 1.9%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
The top-grossing Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality, a six-bedroom home, took in R 692,000 over the past year, about 7 times the city's average of R 98,200.
Mount High Luxury Country House Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.97 
Pine View Guesthouse Graskop Entire home · 4 bedrooms - Revenue
- R 563,993
- Occupancy
- 34.1%
- Daily rate
- R 4,487
Quaint Luxury Villa 1 Private room · 1 bedroom Rated 4.63 - Revenue
- R 552,879
- Occupancy
- 65.7%
- Daily rate
- R 2,460
Quaint Luxury Villas Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.64 - Revenue
- R 516,376
- Occupancy
- 63.3%
- Daily rate
- R 2,461
Waterval Self-Catering Holiday Home Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.38 - Revenue
- R 467,766
- Occupancy
- 46.9%
- Daily rate
- R 2,669
Molly's Garden Cottage Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- R 465,828
- Occupancy
- 49.1%
- Daily rate
- R 2,586
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Chantel is the top-grossing host in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality, with R 1.07 million in bookings across 2 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 22% of the market's 160 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chantel | 2 | R 1,069,256 | R 534,628 | 4.63/5 | |
| Henrihet | 5 | R 837,733 | R 167,547 | 4.99/5 | |
| Akani | 6 | R 725,739 | R 120,957 | 4.67/5 | |
| 4 | Charl | 3 | R 668,053 | R 222,684 | 4.95/5 |
| 5 | Greg | 5 | R 631,301 | R 126,260 | 4.76/5 |
| 6 | Lucinda | 5 | R 615,584 | R 123,117 | 4.52/5 |
| 7 | Linel | 2 | R 591,950 | R 295,975 | 4.94/5 |
| 8 | Shirley | 5 | R 591,386 | R 118,277 | 4.98/5 |
| 9 | Aubrey | 1 | R 563,993 | R 563,993 | – |
| 10 | Francois | 1 | R 467,766 | R 467,766 | 4.38/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Only 12% of Thaba Chweu Local Municipality 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 79% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 29.4%
- Professional management
- 11.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 12.5%
- Instant Book enabled
- 58.1%
- Simplified Pricing
- 78.8%
Nearby markets
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the six nearby markets in the table, all within 79 km, Dullstroom (73 km away, 53 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.6 times as much as Thaba Chweu Local Municipality. Maruleng Local Municipality was the busiest, booked on 31% of nights against 23% in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White River 41 km | 32 | R 97,054 | R 1,878 | 26% |
| Mbombela 43 km | 506 | R 131,487 | R 1,854 | 25% |
| Nelspruit 53 km | 62 | R 66,630 | R 1,567 | 24% |
| Dullstroom 73 km | 53 | R 257,873 | R 3,154 | 30% |
| Emakhazeni Local Municipality 74 km | 340 | R 247,655 | R 2,931 | 25% |
| Maruleng Local Municipality 79 km | 222 | R 237,485 | R 3,115 | 31% |
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Markets Similar to Thaba Chweu Local Municipality
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Thaba Chweu Local Municipality:
- Rustenburg Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,542/night · 22.7%
- Kingsburgh Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,393/night · 27.1%
- Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,698/night · 24.7%
- Mogale City Local Municipality Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,696/night · 24.9%
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FAQ
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
An active Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 98,209 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 160 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 16,400 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listings earn between R 3,620 and R 16,400 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 28,100 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Listings in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality were booked on 23% 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
The average booked night in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality cost R 1,466 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 785 and R 1,675, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
None of the active Thaba Chweu 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 Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 98,209 in the 12 months to September 2026, 51% 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 12,460 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
December usually pays best, averaging R 15,400 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Each night a Thaba Chweu Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 344 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 726 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Thaba Chweu Local Municipality stays were booked 84 days (about three months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
The average Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasted 2.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 18 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality rated?
Guests rate Thaba Chweu Local Municipality Airbnbs 4.69 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
Graskop, Sabie and Lydenburg draw the most short-term rental interest in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
AirROI counted 160 active Airbnb listings in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is White River, 41 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Thaba Chweu Local Municipality?
In Thaba Chweu Local Municipality, nearly 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.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 160 active Airbnb listings in Thaba Chweu 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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