If you own a property in Cape Town and want to earn income through short term rentals, choosing the right platforms can directly impact your occupancy and earnings. In this article, we’ll explore 3 platforms to list your short term rental on, and explain why working with a local expert like CTHA gives you a competitive edge.
Many property owners make the mistake of only listing on one site, but a multi-platform approach increases visibility, attracts more guests, and fills your calendar faster. At CTHA, we manage short and long term rentals, guest houses, and even full buildings across Cape Town. We use multiple platforms for every property to ensure maximum reach, efficient booking processes, and consistent revenue.
3 Platforms to List Your Short Term Rental On
Each booking platform has its own strengths. By listing on more than one, you can reach different guest types and reduce gaps in your calendar. Below are the 3 platforms to list your short term rental on that we’ve seen deliver the best results:
1. Airbnb
Airbnb is the most well-known short term rental platform in the world. It’s popular with both local and international travellers who want a homely, unique experience over a traditional hotel. The platform is mobile-friendly, trusted globally, and supports everything from shared spaces to entire homes.
Airbnb guests tend to look for comfort, character, and personal touches, so properties that are well-styled and professionally managed perform best. CTHA’s Airbnb management service ensures that listings are optimised, reviews stay strong, and communication is handled promptly.
2. Booking.com
Booking.com is often seen as a hotel booking site, but it has become one of the biggest players in the short term rental space. Its wide global reach and instant booking functionality attract last-minute travellers, especially those visiting Cape Town for business or shorter stays.
Listing on Booking.com can result in high volumes of bookings, but it also comes with its own systems and policies. Our team knows how to manage rates, promotions, and availability across platforms to ensure you never get double-booked and always stay competitive.
3. LekkeSlaap
As a proudly South African platform, LekkeSlaap focuses on local travel and has grown in popularity over the years. It’s ideal for tapping into the domestic tourism market, especially families and couples looking for weekend getaways or school holiday accommodation.
For Cape Town hosts, this is one of the most underrated platforms. At CTHA, we include LekkeSlaap in our listing strategy for many properties to ensure you are not missing out on South African travellers who book directly on this trusted local site.
How CTHA Helps You Manage All 3 Platforms
Managing bookings across Airbnb, Booking.com, and LekkeSlaap can be overwhelming without the right tools and experience. You need to keep your calendar synced, adjust pricing for different seasons, and respond to guests on time. CTHA handles all of this for you.
We use professional software and local expertise to manage availability, optimise listings, and communicate with guests across all major platforms. Our services also include cleaning, maintenance, check-ins, and guest support.
Whether you own one apartment or multiple properties, our multi-platform approach ensures your listings stay visible and competitive. You get better occupancy, more revenue, and fewer admin headaches.
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