Paystack is a popular, Stripe-backed payment gateway that lets South African businesses accept online payments quickly and securely.
For vacation rental owners, it’s especially useful for direct bookings. Guests can pay deposits or full amounts on your own website using Visa, Mastercard, Instant EFT, Capitec Pay, SnapScan, or Apple Pay. The money lands in your South African bank account within 1–3 business days.
Many local booking platforms (like BookEasy and Inn Style) integrate Paystack, so you can collect payments automatically without high OTA commissions. Fees are straightforward — typically 2.9% + R1 for local cards, with no monthly charges.
Simple, local-friendly, and built for South African hosts who want to get paid easily on their own terms.