Title: Top Houseboats in  South Africa in 2025 | Expedia.co.uk

 

[South Africa Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Africa.dx165)[South Africa Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-South-Africa.d165.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in South Africa](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-South-Africa.d165.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[South Africa Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-South-Africa.d165.Flight-Destinations)[South Africa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-South-Africa.d165.Car-Hire-Destinations)[South Africa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Africa.d165.Holidays-City-Breaks)

![Table Mountain showing landscape views and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066731/24c241a4-40f5-4cd9-be6f-f30460560003.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium)

# Houseboats in South Africa

## Compare and save

-   ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg)
    
    ### 
    
    Change your mind
    
    Book hotels with free cancellation
    
-   ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg)
    
    ### 
    
    Treat yourself
    
    Save instantly and earn perks with One Key
    
    [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key)
    
-   ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg)
    
    ### 
    
    Be picky
    
    Search almost a million properties worldwide
    

## Check prices for these dates

Next weekend

[5 Dec - 7 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=165&startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

In two weeks

[12 Dec - 14 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=165&startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

In one month

[26 Dec - 28 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=165&startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

In two months

[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=165&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

## Featured Houseboats in South Africa

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100800000/100797100/100797063/75dbc404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100800000/100797100/100797063/eb0a205c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, travel cot, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100800000/100797100/100797063/415f6046.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100800000/100797100/100797063/41cd855e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Houseboat in Knysna, beautiful views,spacious, relaxing and in a unique location

Waterfront

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Knysna-Hotels-Houseboat-In-Knysna.h100797063.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101731900/101731865/dd42394b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101731900/101731865/8ea8c3c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101731900/101731865/ce4003eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101731900/101731865/56639bc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Wooden Houseboat on the Knysna Lagoon, spacious & peaceful, with beautiful views

Waterfront

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Knysna-Hotels-Wooden-Houseboat-On-The-Knysna-Lagoon.h101731865.Hotel-Information)

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

[View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&regionId=165&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&openPlayBack=true)

![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2025/11/05/BEX-BF-25_FR-DE-MX-UK_1_Desktop.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh)

## 

Black Friday Sale

Save up to 40% on select hotels.

[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=AA_BF_PROMO_165)

## Find holiday rentals that suit your style

Villas

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=VILLA)

Aparthotels

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=APART_HOTEL)

Apartments

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=APARTMENT)

Private holiday homes

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=VACATION_HOME)

Condos

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=CONDO)

Cabins

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=CABIN)

Cottages

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=COTTAGE)

Chalets

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=CHALET)

Houseboats

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=HOUSE_BOAT)

Residences

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?destination=South+Africa&regionId=165&latLong=-30.559483%2C22.937506&adults=2&startDate=2026-02-22&d1=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-25&d2=2026-02-25&lodging=RESIDENCE)

![](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg)

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

[Sign in](https://expedia.co.uk/user/signin?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSouth-Africa-Houseboats.d165-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)[Sign up, it's free](https://expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&+=&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSouth-Africa-Houseboats.d165-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)

## Top South Africa Hotel Reviews

![Taj Cape Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3020000/3016400/3016361/457d7663_y.jpg)

### Taj Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"Loved gorgeous room and bathroom, loved indoor heated pool! Super comfortable bed! Great location, outstanding breakfast buffet!"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Taj-Cape-Town.h3016361.Hotel-Information)

![Premier Hotel OR Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3843900/3843897/3f4075ad_y.jpg)

### Premier Hotel OR Tambo

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room, overall hotel very clean, dining great food and overall service. Good shuttle service from and back to the airport. Thank you for a great stay. I will be returning for another stay. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Premier-Hotel-OR-Tambo.h3843897.Hotel-Information)

![The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71680000/71673400/71673357/w2880h2157x0y0-88052955_y.jpg)

### The Rockefeller Hotel by NEWMARK

10/10 Excellent

"Great staffs, food was amazing, rooms were clean. Location area was kinda sketchy. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Rockefeller-Hotel.h71673357.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6160000/6159200/6159101/b0b53c1b_y.jpg)

### Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great location "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Verde-Cape-Town-Airport.h6159101.Hotel-Information)

![Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/c1c8158d_y.jpg)

### Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service and follow up"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-OR-Tambo-Airport.h3003373.Hotel-Information)

![Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18650000/18644300/18644202/1a4c78a9_y.jpg)

### Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"The location in the heart of the Waterfront is great. It is safe to walk around to enjoy the shops, eateries and street entertainers. Breakfast has healthy options and great choices. Our room had a good view, It was quiet and dark, ensuring good sleep conditions. We would stay here again."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-RED-Hotel-VA-Waterfront-Cape-Town.h18644202.Hotel-Information)

![Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3900000/3897000/3896985/1bd13fc2_y.jpg)

### Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace

10/10 Excellent

"All good"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Peermont-Metcourt-At-Emperors-Palace.h3896985.Hotel-Information)

![Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8404400/8404390/1f0fe700_y.jpg)

### Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Road-Lodge-Cape-Town-International-Airport.h8404390.Hotel-Information)

![ONOMO Hotel Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27820000/27811500/27811489/69f17efb_y.jpg)

### ONOMO Hotel Waterfront

10/10 Excellent

"Very accommodating and facilitating frontdesk staff"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-Town-Hotels-Signature-Lux-Hotel-By-ONOMO.h27811489.Hotel-Information)

## Find out more about South Africa

## South Africa Houseboats information

| Number of reviews | |
| --- | --- |
| Accommodation | 2 Houseboats |
| Lowest Price | |
| Highest Price | |

## Frequently asked questions

### Why book your houseboat in South Africa with Expedia?

> We think that getaways shouldn't be hard, so if you're searching for houseboats at a nice price, Expedia has you covered. Stick to the budget and opt for a small and comfy option, or book a luxury vessel and treat your loved ones.

### How can I find cheap houseboats in South Africa?

> If you're on the hunt for incredible deals on houseboats in South Africa, you should add some filters to your search. Start by sorting your results by price so that the cheapest options appear first on the page. Then, adjust your filters to suit your budget. Expedia will help you find your dream floating stay whatever your plans or bank balance.

### What is there to do in South Africa near my houseboat?

> You'll discover plenty of things to keep you busy in South Africa. If you're heading to Johannesburg, be sure to look around [Johannesburg Stadium](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Stadium-Johannesburg.d6154291.Attraction), [Observatory Golf Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Observatory-Golf-Club-Johannesburg.d6154269.Attraction) and [Ellis Park Stadium](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ellis-Park-Stadium-Downtown-Johannesburg.d6066829.Attraction). Planning a getaway in Cape Town? [Devil's Peak](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Devils-Peak-Cape-Town.d6066735.Attraction), [Table Mountain](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Table-Mountain-Cape-Town.d6066731.Attraction) and [Rhodes Memorial](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rhodes-Memorial-Cape-Town.d6066807.Attraction) are among the best sights in this city.