Mimosa Retreat | Pool | Gym | Voëlklip Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Hermanus, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Hermanus brought in R 379,658 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 36% more than the Western Cape average of R 279,702.
The short answer
Hermanus Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates in Hermanus run ahead of the Western Cape average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged R 3,794 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, against R 2,920 and 39% for the Western Cape average.
Timing matters: in December, the best month, the average listing earned about three times as much as in September, the slowest.
With 53 active listings, Hermanus is the 40th-largest of 65 Western Cape markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Hermanus?
Gross bookings per Hermanus listing averaged R 379,658 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Western Cape average: R 279,702), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Hermanus listing brought in R 76,700 in December, its best month, and R 25,800 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% 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 3.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 97,500+ a month, about 2.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 55,700 or more, roughly R 21,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 34,300 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 15,800 or less, about 46% 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 earned about three times what September did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average R 76,700 R 25,800
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 43,100.
Hermanus 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.
December 2025 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 25,836 | 30.0% | R 3,437 | R 861 | 37 days | 3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 40,272 | 38.5% | R 3,566 | R 1,299 | 51 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 41,616 | 40.3% | R 3,622 | R 1,387 | 48 days | 3.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 76,729 | 60.1% | R 4,133 | R 2,475 | 120 days | 8.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 58,964 | 49.1% | R 4,004 | R 1,902 | 77 days | 4.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 49,827 | 47.4% | R 3,827 | R 1,780 | 78 days | 5.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 49,045 | 43.2% | R 3,845 | R 1,582 | 66 days | 4.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 37,000 | 33.8% | R 3,832 | R 1,233 | 79 days | 3.2 nights |
| May 2026 | R 27,383 | 19.0% | R 3,863 | R 883 | 27 days | 4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 31,313 | 28.5% | R 3,933 | R 1,044 | 18 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 41,237 | 35.8% | R 3,917 | R 1,330 | 53 days | 4.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 37,879 | 31.0% | R 4,008 | R 1,222 | 71 days | 2.8 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 Hermanus address, run it through the Airbnb profit calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Hermanus Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Hermanus Airbnb took in R 379,658 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 21,900 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 35,900 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the R 20,200 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about R 23,600 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about R 18,900 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.
Hermanus Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 359,458 | R 584,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Hermanus bookings | R 20,200 | R 32,800 |
| Gross bookings | R 379,658 | R 616,800 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 87% of Hermanus listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 52,600 | −R 85,400 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 20,200 | −R 32,800 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 19,000 | −R 30,800 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 7,600 | −R 12,300 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 11,400 | −R 18,500 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 3,800 | −R 3,800 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 1,900 | −R 1,900 |
| ManagementR 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | R 0 | R 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | R 0 | R 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | R 0 | R 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −R 116,500 | −R 185,500 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 263,158about R 21,900 a month | R 431,300about R 35,900 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Hermanus Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Hermanus'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 Hermanus 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 Hermanus's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Hermanus listings are booked on 54% or more of their nights, against 32% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 3,300 adds about R 33,000 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 4,305 a night or more, against a median of R 3,300. 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 35,900 a year.
- Open for the busy months. December brought the average listing about R 76,700, against R 25,800 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Hermanus listings average 4.81 stars, and 28% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about R 51,400 a month, against R 31,600 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Hermanus?
Hermanus listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the Western Cape average (39%) and 2 points above the South Africa average (35%). Occupancy swings from 19% in May to 60% in December.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 76%+ of open nights, 44 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 54% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 32% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.
December was the busiest month in Hermanus, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 38% 60% 19%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Hermanus?
The average nightly rate in Hermanus, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 3,794 over the past year, about 30% above the Western Cape average of R 2,920 and about 56% above the South Africa average of R 2,425. Rates peak in December at about R 4,135 and bottom out in September at about R 3,435.
The top 10% charge about 2.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 5,915+ a night, about 1.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 4,305 or more, about R 1,000 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 3,300 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 2,190 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
December rates ran 20% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average R 4,130 R 3,440
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 3,830.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Hermanus?
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 Hermanus it averaged R 1,380 over the past year, from about R 861 in September to about R 2,480 in December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 2,610+ per open night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 1,770 or more, about R 540 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 1,230 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 837 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
December RevPAR was about 2.9 times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average R 2,480 R 861
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,420.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Hermanus
Hermanus has one high season, December through March, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in August and September and slows again from April to June. A listing earns about 68% more a month in December through February than in June through August.
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember–March | R 58,600 | 50% | R 3,952 |
| Shoulder seasonJuly, October–November | R 41,000 | 38% | R 3,702 |
| Low seasonApril–June, August–September | R 31,900 | 28% | R 3,815 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Hermanus?
Guests book Hermanus stays 62 days ahead on average (about nine weeks), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 120 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 18 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-August.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 60 days 120 days 18 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Hermanus
None of the 53 active listings in Hermanus 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 Hermanus.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Hermanus
AirROI's area guide picks eight Hermanus neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kleinmond, Voelklip and Sandbaai. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kleinmond | A charming coastal village near Hermanus, Kleinmond is popular for its beautiful beaches and hiking trails. It attracts families and nature enthusiasts looking for relaxation and outdoor activities. | Kleinmond Lagoon, Kleinmond Beach, Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, Harbor Road, Whale Watching |
| Voelklip | Famous for its stunning sandy beaches and surf spots, Voelklip is a sought-after area for tourists looking to enjoy sun and surf in a more tranquil environment. | Voelklip Beach, Gansbaai Shark Cage Diving, Fernkloof Nature Reserve, Skyline Nature Reserve, Whale Coast |
| Sandbaai | A peaceful suburb of Hermanus with lovely beach access, great for families and those seeking a quieter getaway close to nature and marine life. | Sandbaai Beach, Klein River Lagoon, Whale Watching, Nature reserves, Sea kayaking |
| Onrus | Known for its quaint village charm, Onrus offers safe beaches and popular walking trails. It’s ideal for those looking for a relaxing seaside escape. | Onrus Beach, Onrus River, Whale Coast Mall, Walking trails, Fishing spots |
| Hermanus Town Center | The heart of Hermanus, this area is lively and dynamic, filled with shops, restaurants, and close to the main whale watching sites. It's perfect for tourists who want to be in the action. | Old Harbour, Hermanus Whale Museum, Art Walk, Whale Crier, Craft Market |
| Fernkloof Estate | This luxury residential area offers stunning views of the ocean and mountains, appealing to those wishing for a high-end stay amidst natural beauty. | Fernkloof Nature Reserve, Golf courses, Panoramic views, Nature trails, Serene environment |
| Gansbaai | Famous for shark cage diving and whale watching, Gansbaai attracts adventure seekers and nature lovers. The area offers breathtaking scenery and unique marine experiences. | Shark Alley, Dyer Island, Gansbaai Harbour, Whale Watching, Beachfront views |
| De Kelders | Located near Gansbaai, De Kelders offers stunning coastal views and is one of the best places for whale watching, ideal for those who love marine wildlife and tranquility. | De Kelders Beach, Whale watching spots, Walking paths, Breathtaking scenery, Sea cave exploring |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Hermanus Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Hermanus is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 55%, ahead of houses (43%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Hermanus Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 98%
- Private room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 98.1% | 52 |
| Private room | 1.9% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Hermanus Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 55%
- House 43%
- Cabin/Outdoor 2%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 54.7% | 29 |
| House | 43.4% | 23 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.9% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Hermanus Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Hermanus (37% of entire homes), and 42% have three or more bedrooms.
Hermanus entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
21%
37%
19%
12%
12%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 21.2% | 11 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.5% | 19 |
| 3 bedrooms | 19.2% | 10 |
| 4 bedrooms | 11.5% | 6 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 11.5% | 6 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Hermanus
A typical one-bedroom home in Hermanus earned R 215,000 over the past year, against R 182,000 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 11 | R 215,000 | R 218,000 | R 2,278 | 32% |
| 2 bedrooms | 19 | R 319,000 | R 362,000 | R 2,884 | 42% |
| 3 bedrooms | 10 | R 182,000 | R 320,000 | R 3,825 | 33% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Hermanus Sleep?
The most common capacity in Hermanus is four guests (35% of listings), and 42% of listings sleep six or more.
Hermanus listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
21%
2%
35%
17%
25%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 21.2% | 11 |
| 3 guests | 1.9% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 34.6% | 18 |
| 6 guests | 17.3% | 9 |
| 8+ guests | 25.0% | 13 |
How Hermanus Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Hermanus hosts set up an average of 3.4 beds per listing. About three in ten listings (30%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 15
- Beds per listing
- 3.4
- Show exact location
- 30%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Hermanus Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Hermanus: 92% of listings offer it, and 77% have a washer. Air conditioning is the exception rather than the rule: only 34% of listings have it.
Share of Hermanus listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Hermanus?
Hermanus splits its demand between home and abroad: 58% of guests who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from Germany and the United Kingdom. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 50%, followed by German and Afrikaans.
58% of Hermanus guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
- International 58%
- Domestic 42%
Where Hermanus guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Cape Town | 26.6% |
| London | 3.5% |
| Berlin | 3.1% |
| Stellenbosch | 2.3% |
Where Hermanus guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 42.2% |
| Germany | 17.5% |
| United Kingdom | 14.1% |
| United States | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | 2.7% |
Languages spoken by Hermanus guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 50.2% |
| German | 17.2% |
| Afrikaans | 11.0% |
| French | 5.3% |
| Dutch | 4.0% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Hermanus?
Hermanus Airbnbs average 4.81 stars, and 28% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.73, against 4.90 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Hermanus; 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 | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.85 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.86 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.73 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Hermanus: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten Hermanus listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 11% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 42% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Hermanus listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 51%
- 181-270 days 38%
- 91-180 days 11%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 50.9% | 27 |
| 181-270 days | 37.7% | 20 |
| 91-180 days | 11.3% | 6 |
Days a year Hermanus listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 9%
- 91-180 days 40%
- 31-90 days 42%
- 1-30 days 8%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.9% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 9.4% | 5 |
| 91-180 days | 39.6% | 21 |
| 31-90 days | 41.5% | 22 |
| 1-30 days | 7.5% | 4 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Hermanus?
The average Hermanus booking lasts 4.7 nights, longest in December and shortest in August. Listings took about 22 bookings each over the year, some 1,170 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Hermanus
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.4 nights 8.8 nights 2.8 nights
Hermanus Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than eight in ten listings in Hermanus accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Hermanus 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 Hermanus?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Hermanus, used by 55% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 55% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 38% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Hermanus listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Hermanus?
About seven in ten Hermanus listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is R 778, and some higher fees lift the average to R 1,316. Spread over the average stay of 4.7 nights, that adds roughly R 165 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 5% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- R 778
- Average cleaning fee
- R 1,316
- Listings charging a fee
- 69.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 5.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Hermanus
The top-grossing Airbnb in Hermanus, a four-bedroom home, took in R 1,580,000 over the past year, about 4.2 times the city's average of R 380,000.
Mimosa Retreat | Pool | Gym | Voëlklip Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86 
Marine Court Penthouse / Ocean Views Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.85 - Revenue
- R 1.1M
- Occupancy
- 81.6%
- Daily rate
- R 4,626
34 Mossel River 12 | Elegance | Ocean views | Pool Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 1.1M
- Occupancy
- 28.3%
- Daily rate
- R 13,082
Bayview 107 - Idyllic Sea Views Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 804,658
- Occupancy
- 44.4%
- Daily rate
- R 4,180
Voëlklip comfort with a view Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- R 795,284
- Occupancy
- 70.1%
- Daily rate
- R 3,359
Trendy family home, bright, mountain views & pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- R 724,911
- Occupancy
- 49.3%
- Daily rate
- R 5,479
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Hermanus?
Only 11% of Hermanus listings are classed as professionally managed, though 40% of listings have a co-host. 64% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 87% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 64.2%
- Professional management
- 11.3%
- Cohosted listings
- 39.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 43.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 86.8%
Nearby markets
Hermanus vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 61 km, Franschhoek (58 km away, 72 listings) earned the most per listing, about 25% more than Hermanus.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overstrand Local Municipality 5 km | 1,885 | R 281,706 | R 3,225 | 35% |
| Betty's Bay 33 km | 46 | R 222,232 | R 2,795 | 33% |
| Theewaterskloof Local Municipality 33 km | 270 | R 203,119 | R 2,084 | 30% |
| Pringle Bay 39 km | 33 | R 142,137 | R 2,967 | 27% |
| Strand 51 km | 275 | R 160,074 | R 1,742 | 36% |
| Somerset West 54 km | 395 | R 203,152 | R 2,236 | 39% |
| Franschhoek 58 km | 72 | R 473,016 | R 5,291 | 47% |
| Stellenbosch Local Municipality 61 km | 1,225 | R 396,781 | R 3,517 | 44% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Western Cape
- Cape Town Airbnb data 16,093 listings
- George Airbnb data 4,750 listings
- Saldanha Bay Local Municipality Airbnb data 1,118 listings
- Milnerton Airbnb data 494 listings
- Hout Bay Airbnb data 474 listings
- Langeberg Local Municipality Airbnb data 420 listings
- Drakenstein Local Municipality Airbnb data 413 listings
- Swartland Local Municipality Airbnb data 369 listings
FAQ
Hermanus Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Hermanus?
An active Hermanus Airbnb grossed R 379,658 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 53 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 55,700 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Hermanus?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Hermanus listings earn between R 15,800 and R 55,700 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 97,500 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 Hermanus?
Listings in Hermanus were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the Western Cape average. December was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Hermanus?
The average booked night in Hermanus cost R 3,794 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 2,190 and R 4,305, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Hermanus?
None of the active Hermanus 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 Hermanus?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Hermanus Airbnb grossed R 379,658 in the 12 months to September 2026, 36% above the Western Cape average of R 279,702. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, R 263,158 a year (about R 21,900 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 35,900 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Hermanus?
December paid best over the past year, at R 76,700 per active listing, and September paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Hermanus?
Each night a Hermanus listing was open to book earned R 1,380 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 2,610 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Hermanus?
Hermanus stays were booked 62 days (about nine weeks) 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 Hermanus?
The average Hermanus Airbnb stay lasted 4.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Hermanus rated?
Guests rate Hermanus Airbnbs 4.81 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Hermanus?
Kleinmond, Voelklip and Sandbaai draw the most short-term rental interest in Hermanus. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Hermanus?
AirROI counted 53 active Airbnb listings in Hermanus as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Overstrand Local Municipality, 5 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Hermanus?
In Hermanus, about seven in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is R 778, and some higher fees lift the average to R 1,316.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 53 active Airbnb listings in Hermanus 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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