Jeffreys Bay, ZA
Part of the Jeffreys Bay market area
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Overview
Annual Rev
R256.5k
12 mo avg
↑11%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
34%
12 mo avg
↓10%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
R2,357
12 mo avg
↑41%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
28 days
12 mo avg
↓3 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
R554
12 mo avg
↑1%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Jeffreys Bay 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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4+
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV Charger | — | +R 383,064 | — | — |
| Pool | 🔒 8• (••%) | 🔒 +R 3••••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 7••••• | 🔒 R 4••••• |
| TV | 🔒 3•• (••%) | 🔒 +R 1••••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 5••••• | 🔒 R 3••••• |
| Pets Allowed | 🔒 8• (••%) | 🔒 +R 9•••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 5••••• | 🔒 R 4••••• |
| Lake Access | 🔒 2• (•%) | 🔒 +R 7•••• (+••%) | 🔒 R 5••••• | 🔒 R 4••••• |
| Barbecue | 🔒 2•• (••%) | 🔒 +R 1•••• (+•%) | 🔒 R 4••••• | 🔒 R 4••••• |
| Hot Tub | 🔒 1• (•%) | 🔒 +R 6••• (+•%) | 🔒 R 5••••• | 🔒 R 4••••• |
| Heating | 🔒 1•• (••%) | 🔒 +R 4••• (+•%) | 🔒 R 4••••• | 🔒 R 4••••• |
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
3 bedrooms (7.3 nights)
4+ bedrooms (6.2 nights)
2 bedrooms (5.2 nights)
1 bedroom (4.3 nights)
Studio (3.4 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (ZAR 45)
3 bedrooms (ZAR 28)
2 bedrooms (ZAR 22)
1 bedroom (ZAR 14)
Studio (ZAR 13)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (51%)
Independent hosts (49%)
Over the 12 months ending August 2026, the Jeffreys Bay market averaged 775 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 48% over two years.
An average Jeffreys Bay listing earns R186K/year. High-performing listings earn R478K, while low-performing listings earn R78K.
Average occupancy in Jeffreys Bay is 26%, producing RevPAR of R407 per available night.
4+ bedroom listings generate the highest average annual revenue in Jeffreys Bay, at R347K.
Rules vary across Jeffreys Bay. The regulatory framework for STRs in South Africa varies by municipality, and enforcement data for Jeffreys Bay specifically isn't readily available in my sources. I recommend contacting the Kouga Local Municipality directly or consulting a local property management expert for current, accurate regulations and enforcement practices in this area. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.
The Jeffreys Bay Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 10%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.
RevPAR is highest in December and January; it is lowest in September and November.
The most common amenities are Kitchen (97%), Parking (97%), TV (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+108%), Pool (+88%), TV (+52%).
Average daily rate in Jeffreys Bay is R2K, up 31% year-over-year. Rates peak in December and are lowest in October.
Guests in Jeffreys Bay book an average of 29 days in advance, down 8% from last year. Booking windows range from 26 days for 1-bedroom listings to 35 days for 4+ bedroom listings.
Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Thursday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 26% higher than weekday occupancy.