Belfast, ZA
Part of the Belfast market area
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Overview
Annual Rev
R303.2k
12 mo avg
↑28%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
29%
12 mo avg
↓5%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
R2,247
12 mo avg
↑45%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
26 days
12 mo avg
↓1 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
R681
12 mo avg
↑30%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Belfast market data as of September 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pool | — | +R 224,078 | — | — |
| Barbecue | 🔒 9• (••%) | 🔒 +R 2••••• (+•••%) | 🔒 R 4••••• | 🔒 R 2••••• |
| Pets Allowed | 🔒 4• (••%) | 🔒 +R 2••••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 5••••• | 🔒 R 3••••• |
| Heating | 🔒 7• (••%) | 🔒 +R 1••••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 5••••• | 🔒 R 3••••• |
| Lake Access | 🔒 2• (••%) | 🔒 +R 1••••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 5••••• | 🔒 R 4••••• |
| Parking | 🔒 1•• (••%) | 🔒 +R 1••••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 4••••• | 🔒 R 3••••• |
| TV | 🔒 9• (••%) | 🔒 +R 1••••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 4••••• | 🔒 R 3••••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
1 bedroom (4.6 nights)
3 bedrooms (3.8 nights)
2 bedrooms (3.3 nights)
4+ bedrooms (2.8 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (ZAR 18)
3 bedrooms (ZAR 14)
2 bedrooms (ZAR 11)
1 bedroom (ZAR 6)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (50%)
Independent hosts (50%)
Over the 12 months ending August 2026, the Belfast market averaged 466 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 9% from a year earlier and up 67% over two years.
An average Belfast listing earns R251K/year. High-performing listings earn R811K, while low-performing listings earn R73K.
Average occupancy in Belfast is 21%, producing RevPAR of R576 per available night.
4+ bedroom listings generate the highest average annual revenue in Belfast, at R511K.
Rules vary across Belfast. I don't have reliable current data on short-term rental regulations and enforcement reality for Belfast (Northern Ireland), Mbombela (South Africa), and Dullstroom (South Africa). Without verified information about actual enforcement practices versus written rules, I cannot accurately classify these cities or provide the enforcement reality you've requested. Regulations in these locations may exist at national, provincial, or local levels, and enforcement can vary significantly from what's officially documented. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.
The Belfast Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 18%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.
RevPAR is highest in April and December; it is lowest in October and November.
The most common amenities are Kitchen (99%), Parking (93%), Internet (84%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Bbq (+75%), Washing Machine (+73%), Pets Allowed (+55%).
Average daily rate in Belfast is R3K, up 28% year-over-year. Rates peak in April and are lowest in September.
Guests in Belfast book an average of 28 days in advance, down 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 21 days for 1-bedroom listings to 38 days for 4+ bedroom listings.
Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 110% higher than weekday occupancy.