Hi All It’s been a while since my last post—here are some fresh insights from the Cape Town hotel market as of early March 2026. 2025 Recap The year delivered a very strong post-peak period (Jan–Apr), with demand holding firm through the year. Since mid-2024, ADR has been the primary...

Cape Town is at a thrilling crossroads as its short-term letting market rapidly evolves. In response, the City of Cape Town has reassessed its approach to this sector and will implement measures that reflect the concerns of the community. Rather than imposing bans or limitations on letting durations and frequency,...

South Africa’s tourism sector is showing encouraging signs of recovery, with January 2026 arrival figures now exceeding pre-pandemic levels. According to the latest International Tourism Report from Statistics South Africa (StatsSA), total arrivals increased by 6.1% compared to January 2019 and were 11.8% higher than January 2025. Overseas arrivals rose...

Investing in AI Connectivity for Hotels: Boosting Direct Bookings and Awareness In 2026, AI is transforming the hospitality landscape by enabling hotels to bypass traditional intermediaries like OTAs and connect directly with travelers through personalized, seamless experiences. For a hotel in a vibrant market like Cape Town, this means leveraging...

The City of Cape Town is poised to more than double the taxes levied on homeowners renting out their properties through platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com. This initiative aims to tackle the pressing issue of affordable rental housing in the city, a concern that residents have frequently voiced. As reported...