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Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
55
Avg. booking lead time
64 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality run ahead of the Northern Cape average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged R 1,184 a night and were booked on 21% of available nights, against R 1,075 and 23% for the Northern Cape average.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.6 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.

With 55 active listings, Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality is the fourth-largest of 12 Northern Cape markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 9%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Gross bookings per Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listing averaged R 62,181 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Northern Cape average: R 61,678), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listing brings in R 13,700 in July, its best month, and R 5,290 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 35% 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 4.6 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 22,100+ a month, about 4.8 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 10,200 or more, roughly R 5,600 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about R 4,640 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 2,210 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.

July earns about 2.6 times what February does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 7,780. 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.

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb Data by Month

Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.

July 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in August 2026 and bookings in December 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025R 5,49119.8%R 1,026R 18356 days1.7 nights
Oct 2025R 6,30122.1%R 1,024R 20364 days1.6 nights
Nov 2025R 6,92426.3%R 1,031R 23163 days2.6 nights
Dec 2025R 9,95630.2%R 1,037R 32183 days2.1 nights
Jan 2026R 5,49116.7%R 1,051R 17775 days2.7 nights
Feb 2026R 5,21519.8%R 1,044R 18659 days1.9 nights
Mar 2026R 6,01720.4%R 1,076R 19458 days1.4 nights
Apr 2026R 7,92326.2%R 1,098R 26475 days1.9 nights
May 2026R 9,94324.1%R 1,257R 32147 days2.7 nights
Jun 2026R 7,80722.3%R 1,322R 26059 days2.4 nights
Jul 2026R 14,48928.3%R 1,338R 46754 days2.5 nights
Aug 2026R 10,61426.2%R 1,342R 34283 days1.9 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality address, run it through the Airbnb revenue calculator.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 62,181 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 136,350, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 8,500 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.

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsR 61,111R 134,000
Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality bookingsR 1,070R 2,350
Gross bookingsR 62,181R 136,350
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−R 7,940−R 17,420
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself−R 1,070−R 2,350
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−R 3,110−R 6,820
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−R 1,240−R 2,730
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−R 1,870−R 4,090
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−R 620−R 620
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−R 310−R 310
ManagementR 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsR 0R 0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeR 0R 0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onR 0R 0
Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−R 16,160−R 34,340
Left for housing costs, then profitR 46,021about R 3,840 a monthR 102,010about R 8,500 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Karoo Hoogland 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 Karoo Hoogland 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings are booked on 29% or more of their nights, against 15% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 865 adds about R 8,660 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 1,440 a night or more, against a median of R 865. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about R 6,110 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about R 13,700, against R 5,290 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings average 4.75 stars, and 20% 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 11,360 a month, against R 5,180 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings were booked on 21% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the Northern Cape average (23%) and 14 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 31% in July and falls to 21% in January.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 7.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 62%+ of open nights, 47 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 29% or more, roughly two nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 15% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 9% or less, less than one night a week.

July is usually the busiest month in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, January the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month rate of 21% 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

The average nightly rate in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,184 over the past year, about 10% above the Northern Cape average of R 1,075 and about 51% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about R 1,190 and bottom out in September and October at about R 920.

The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 1,845+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 1,440 or more, about R 580 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about R 865 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 650 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

July rates run 29% above September's

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,040. The 12-month ADR of R 1,184 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 Karoo Hoogland 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality it averaged R 251 over the past year, from about R 189 in a typical February to about R 442 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 569+ per open night, about 3.5 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 296 or more, about R 140 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about R 161 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 83 or less, about half of the median.

July RevPAR is about 2.3 times February's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 255.

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality

Revenue in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality peaks several times a year, in May, July–August and December, a moderately seasonal pattern. Business is slowest from January to March and slows again from September to November.

Average revenue by month in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 7,780.

Revenue by month in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, by calendar month
MonthSeasonRevenue per listing
JanuaryLow seasonR 6,050
FebruaryLow seasonR 5,290
MarchLow seasonR 6,560
AprilShoulder seasonR 8,090
MayHigh seasonR 9,020
JuneShoulder seasonR 7,540
JulyHigh seasonR 13,700
AugustHigh seasonR 9,340
SeptemberLow seasonR 6,440
OctoberLow seasonR 6,250
NovemberLow seasonR 5,850
DecemberHigh seasonR 9,220
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality by season
SeasonRevenue per monthOccupancyNightly rate
High seasonMay, July–August, DecemberR 10,30028%R 1,111
Shoulder seasonApril, JuneR 7,81025%R 1,105
Low seasonJanuary–March, September–NovemberR 6,07023%R 967

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Guests book Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality stays 64 days ahead on average (about two months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 77 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 47 days. A typical August booking is made in late May.

August stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month figure of 64 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality

None of the 55 active listings in Karoo Hoogland 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality

AirROI's area guide picks eight Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Sutherland, Fraserburg and Ladismith. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
SutherlandKnown as the coldest town in South Africa, Sutherland is famous for its astronomy and clear night skies. It attracts tourists for stargazing, especially from the nearby South African Astronomical Observatory.South African Astronomical Observatory, Ceres Golf Club, Stargazing Tours, Sutherland Planetarium, Coleske Artists
FraserburgA historical town with a rich Karoo heritage, Fraserburg attracts visitors interested in the area’s history, culture and beautiful Karoo landscapes.Fraserburg History Museum, Karoo National Park, Ceres Valley Vineyard Tours, Church of the Good Shepherd, Local Arts and Crafts
LadismithA quaint Karoo town surrounded by mountains, Ladismith is perfect for those looking for natural beauty and peace. It is popular for its fresh produce and fruit picking activities.Towerkop Mountain, Ladismith Cheese Factory, Karoo National Park, Local Fruit Farms, Hiking Trails
Beaufort WestThe largest town in the Karoo, Beaufort West is a gateway for travelers exploring the region, making it an ideal spot for accommodation.Karoo National Park, Beaufort West Museum, Chris Barnard Museum, Local Craft Markets, Nature Reserves
CalviniaFamous for its beautiful fields of flowers in spring and the annual flower spectacle, Calvinia draws nature lovers and photographers.Calvinia Flower Show, Hantam National Botanical Garden, Calvinia Museum, Local Hikes, Natural Hot Springs
MerwevilleA small town known for its tranquil Karoo life and friendly locals, Merweville offers a unique experience for those seeking peace and quiet.Local Hiking Trails, Stargazing Opportunities, Karoo Landscape Tours, Cultural Heritage Sites, Community Markets
WillistonKnown for its beautiful sunsets and starry nights, Williston is ideal for visitors wanting to escape the city and explore the Karoo.Williston Museum, Stargazing Expeditions, Karoo Nature Trails, Local Artisans, Community Events
De RustA picturesque village at the foot of the Swartberg mountains, De Rust is a haven for artists, with its scenic beauty attracting tourists looking for outdoor activities.Swartberg Pass, De Rust Village Market, Local Art Galleries, Hiking Trails, Horse Riding Adventures

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Entire homes make up 67% of listings in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, alongside 18 private-room listings (33%). Houses are the most common property type at 56%, about 2.4 times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (24%).

Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 67%
  • Private room 33%
Room types in numbers
Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home67.3%37
Private room32.7%18

Listings by property type

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 56%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 24%
  • Hotel/Boutique 15%
  • Others 5%
Property types in numbers
Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
House56.4%31
Cabin/Outdoor23.6%13
Hotel/Boutique14.5%8
Others5.5%3

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Have?

One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality (40% of entire homes), and 34% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 35 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homes with a bedroom countEntire homes
1 bedroom40.0%14
2 bedrooms25.7%9
3 bedrooms22.9%8
4 bedrooms8.6%3
5+ bedrooms2.9%1

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Sleep?

Most Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality 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 45 listings with a guest capacity on file (82% of the market).

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listings with a capacity on fileListings
2 guests40.0%18
3 guests4.4%2
4 guests17.8%8
5 guests11.1%5
6 guests13.3%6
8+ guests13.3%6

How Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 3.3 beds per listing. Only 13% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
15
Beds per listing
3.3
Show exact location
13%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Offer?

Fireplaces are common in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality: 75% of listings have one, and 76% offer free parking on site.

Share of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings with each common amenity

  • Kitchen 85%
  • Essentials 80%
  • Free parking on premises 76%
  • Indoor fireplace 75%
  • Refrigerator 73%
  • Dishes and silverware 71%
  • Cooking basics 71%
  • Pets allowed 65%
  • Heating 64%
  • Microwave 62%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Most Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 24% of those who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and Germany. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 60%, followed by Afrikaans and German.

76% of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 76%
  • International 24%

Where Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Cape Town 28%
  • Johannesburg 7%
  • Pretoria 6%
  • Western Cape 4%
  • Stellenbosch 3%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Cape Town27.9%
Johannesburg7.4%
Pretoria5.7%
Western Cape4.1%
Stellenbosch3.3%

Where Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • South Africa 76%
  • United Kingdom 8%
  • Germany 6%
  • Australia 2%
  • United Arab Emirates 2%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
South Africa75.6%
United Kingdom7.9%
Germany5.5%
Australia2.4%
United Arab Emirates1.6%

Languages spoken by Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 60%
  • Afrikaans 29%
  • German 7%
  • Dutch 3%
  • Swahili 1%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guests
LanguageShare of guests
English59.8%
Afrikaans29.0%
German6.5%
Dutch2.8%
Swahili0.9%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.75 stars, and 20% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and location is the lowest, at 4.75.

Check-in scores highest in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality; location is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.79
  • Cleanliness 4.76
  • Communication 4.83
  • Location 4.75
  • Check-in 4.84
  • Value 4.76
Category scores in numbers
Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.79
Cleanliness4.76
Communication4.83
Location4.75
Check-in4.84
Value4.76

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality: Stays, Rules and Fees

95% of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 5% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 49% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 89%
  • 181-270 days 5%
  • 91-180 days 2%
  • 31-90 days 4%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days89.1%49
181-270 days5.5%3
91-180 days1.8%1
31-90 days3.6%2

Days a year Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 4%
  • 181-270 days 2%
  • 91-180 days 5%
  • 31-90 days 40%
  • 1-30 days 49%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days3.6%2
181-270 days1.8%1
91-180 days5.5%3
31-90 days40.0%22
1-30 days49.1%27

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

The average Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality booking lasts 2.3 nights, longest in January and shortest in August. Listings took about 14 bookings each over the year. More than 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

Nearly all listings in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 75% 41 listings
  • 2 Nights 24% 13 listings
  • 3 Nights 2% 1 listing

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, used by 44% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 45% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 51% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.

Cancellation policies of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 38% 21 listings
  • Moderate 7% 4 listings
  • Limited 4% 2 listings
  • Firm 44% 24 listings
  • Strict 7% 4 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

More than four in ten Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 2% of gross revenue.

Listings charging a fee
41.8%
Share of gross revenue
1.7%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality

The top-grossing Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, a three-bedroom home, took in R 333,000 over the past year, about 5.4 times the city's average of R 62,200.

Die Heks se Huis: Amethyst Die Heks se Huis: Amethyst Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.47
Revenue
R 333,149
Occupancy
45.0%
Daily rate
R 1,953
Jack of the Karoo Jack of the Karoo Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.89
Revenue
R 276,291
Occupancy
82.2%
Daily rate
R 920
The Prokureurshuis The Prokureurshuis Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.85
Revenue
R 273,425
Occupancy
79.0%
Daily rate
R 924
Pa se Engel-Die Skooltjie Self (Farm Accomodation) Pa se Engel-Die Skooltjie Self (Farm Accomodation) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.79
Revenue
R 192,221
Occupancy
30.1%
Daily rate
R 1,478
Raka Raka Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.81
Revenue
R 188,610
Occupancy
63.6%
Daily rate
R 918
Karoo Hoogland  Farm Karoo Hoogland Farm Entire home · 7 bedrooms
Revenue
R 178,358
Occupancy
14.2%
Daily rate
R 7,652

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Professional management companies run 16% of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings and owners run the rest. Superhosts run 36% of listings. Two-thirds of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. 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
36.4%
Professional management
16.4%
Cohosted listings
1.8%
Instant Book enabled
67.3%
Simplified Pricing
78.2%

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FAQ

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

An active Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 62,181 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 55 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 10,200 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listings earn between R 2,210 and R 10,200 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 22,100 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Listings in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality were booked on 21% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 23% for the Northern Cape average. July is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

The average booked night in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality cost R 1,184 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 650 and R 1,440, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

None of the active Karoo Hoogland 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 62,181 in the 12 months to September 2026, in line with the Northern Cape average, 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 8,500 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

July usually pays best, averaging R 13,700 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Each night a Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 251 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 569 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality stays were booked 64 days (about two 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 Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

The average Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasted 2.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 14 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality rated?

Guests rate Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality Airbnbs 4.75 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and location lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

Sutherland, Fraserburg and Ladismith draw the most short-term rental interest in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

AirROI counted 55 active Airbnb listings in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality as of September 2026.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality?

In Karoo Hoogland Local Municipality, more than four in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 2% of gross revenue.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 55 active Airbnb listings in Karoo Hoogland 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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