About
LekkeSlaap is South Africa’s largest locally owned accommodation booking platform, connecting millions of travelers with the largest selection of stays across Southern Africa. We help accommodation partners grow their bookings while making travelling in Southern Africa easy and accessible.
Minimum requirements to connect
- Minimum number of properties: 1 property in Namibia, South Africa with ZAR as a currency.
- Property currency must be ZAR. Only properties in ZAR can be correctly connected to the channel.
Other requirements listed by the channel:
- Location: South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, Tanzania, Mauritius, Zimbabwe, and Zambia
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Photos: There should be a photo of each room and bathroom
- At least 5 photos
- Landscape photos: at least 1200 px (width) x 800 px (length)
- Portrait photos: at least 1200 px (width) x 800 px (length)
- Payments: Property manager should have a South African bank account or accept Virtual Credit Card (VCC) Payments
Integration model
| Sync type | PULL |
| Static data sync |
Static data is pulled by LekkeSlaap every 24 hours |
| Availability, Rates & Inventory sync |
ARI data is pulled by LekkeSlaap upon change in Rentals United Full ARI data is pulled every 24 hours (for 6 months in advance) |
| Instant bookings | Yes |
| Booking requests | No |
| Quote requests | Yes (pricing and availability) |
| Reservation sync | PUSH |
| Reservation modifications |
Modifications can be done in Rentals United, but the property manager must communicate the changes with the guest. Modifications can be made in LekkeSlaap extranet and bookings in Rentals United will be modified. |
| Reservation cancellations |
Cancellation should be done in Rentals United and the property manager should ensure the proper communication with the guest. Cancellations can be made in LekkeSlaap extranet and bookings in Rentals United will be cancelled. |
| Cancellation penalties | The channel aims to prevent cancellations to avoid disappointing the guests. However, in certain situations, property managers are permitted to cancel upcoming bookings. Cancellations are assessed on a case-by-case basis, and penalties may apply. |
Additional info
| Accepted locations | South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, Tanzania, Mauritius, Zimbabwe, and Zambia |
| Target guests | Not specified |
| Origin of the guests | South Africa |
| Long stays (more than 30 days) | Yes |
| Channel website | www.lekkeslaap.co.za |
| Affiliate channels | None |
Inventory type
| Pick & Choose | The channel will accept all properties provided they meet the channel's minimum requirements |
| Multi-units | Yes, multi-units are accepted. If they are in the same physical location, then it will be a single listing with multiple room types available. The guest will see all room types and corresponding availability. A guest can book more than multi-unit in the same booking. |
Channel performance
| Top location | |
| Top inventory type | Holiday homes or apartments with 2 - 4 bedrooms with a view of the ocean or mountains |
| Top performance season | |
| Key amenities |
Air-conditioning Jacuzzi Free Wi-Fi Secure Parking View of ocean / mountains / valley |
| Best practices |
To increase the booking ratio, ensure your property offers sought-after amenities like free Wi-Fi, secure parking, and air conditioning. Provide a detailed, accurate description and keep your photos high-quality and up-to-date. |
Charges & Payments
| Charging party | The channel charges the guest. There are various method options available - bank transfer, virtual credit card. The property manager is able to choose when they can receive payouts between the day of check-in, monthly, or a week before check-in. |
| Credit card details | N/A |
Commission
| Commission | 15% |
| Commission charging | The commission is charged from the total booking amount (including fees and taxes) |
| Commission application | The commission is charged from the rates provided to the channel (not added on top) |
| Negotiable commission | No |
Contract & Onboarding
| Average onboarding time | 3 - 10 days |
Contact & Support
| Support email for property managers | properties@lekkeslaap.co.za |
| Response time |
Calls: immediate during office hours Emails: within 2 - 4 hour response times, during office hours. |
