HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS

See exactly how you earn credits, book stays, and turn empty nights into valuable travel across South Africa.

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Getting Started

Accommodation Swap lets you travel using credits instead of cash. While credits cannot be exchanged for money, their trading value ranges between R1,000 and R2,000 each.

On registration, you receive 6 free credits. The registration fee covers setup costs only — you are not purchasing credits. From there, credits are earned by hosting other members.

When planning a getaway, simply log in, browse available establishments by area or province, and arrange your swap directly with the host. After confirmation, the host submits a swap form and credits are transferred automatically — no cash involved, no hidden fees.

How Your First Swap Works — Step by Step

6 Free
Credits on Registration
R1K–R2K
Credit Trading Value
R55.5M+
Member Savings to Date
R500 Cash
Per Member Referred

Key Benefits at a Glance

Why Join?

One member summed it up perfectly: "It's like having money in the bank!"

ALL OF THIS FOR LESS THAN ONE DAY'S REVENUE PER YEAR

Accommodation Swap is South Africa's original swop and stay network — operating since 2003. Our accommodation swop system is simple: host visiting members to earn credits, then use those credits to stay at hundreds of 3 to 5 star properties across South Africa and beyond. No cash changes hands, there are no commissions, and your credits never expire. Whether you call it a swap and stay or an accommodation swop, the value is the same — smarter, cash-free travel for South African hospitality owners.

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