# LekkeSlaap

> LekkeSlaap is a Cape Town-based online accommodation marketplace built around a distinctly South African proposition: make local stays easy to discover, trustworthy to book and valuable to the independent hosts who supply them. Tripco, the company behind the platform, says LekkeSlaap connects millions of guests with more than 38,000 properties, combining verified hosts, flexible payment options, human travel support, mobile apps and a tiered rewards program.

- **Founded:** 2013
- **Headquarters:** Cape Town, South Africa
- **Founders:** Marcel van de Ghinste (Co-founder; board member and advisor), Jonathan Womersley (Co-founder; board member and advisor)
- **Team size:** Approximately 67 employees in provided company data; Tripco's public LinkedIn profile places the organisation in the 51-200 employee range.
- **Products:** LekkeSlaap accommodation marketplace, LekkeSlaap mobile app, LekkeSlaap Rewards, Host marketplace services, Gift vouchers
- **Notable:** Named South Africa's Leading Online Travel Agency by the World Travel Awards in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025., Nominated again for South Africa's Leading Online Travel Agency in 2026., Grew to more than 38,000 listed properties, according to Tripco.

## Products & services

- **LekkeSlaap accommodation marketplace** — Web booking platform for holiday homes, guesthouses, lodges, B&Bs, hotels, resorts and camping across South Africa and nearby markets, with verified hosts, reviews, availability, secure checkout and multiple payment options.
- **LekkeSlaap mobile app** — Free iOS and Android travel app for discovering, comparing and booking stays; the Google Play version has surpassed 500,000 downloads.
- **LekkeSlaap Rewards** — Free two-tier loyalty program offering 10% discounts at Rewards Partners, rising to 15% plus personalised vouchers after three stays within 18 months.
- **Host marketplace services** — Property visibility, booking and payment technology, guest support and marketing reach for independent accommodation businesses.
- **Gift vouchers** — Purchasable vouchers that can be applied to accommodation bookings on the platform.

## Achievements

- Named South Africa's Leading Online Travel Agency by the World Travel Awards in 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.
- Nominated again for South Africa's Leading Online Travel Agency in 2026.
- Grew to more than 38,000 listed properties, according to Tripco.
- Surpassed 500,000 downloads on Google Play and reached a 4.7 rating; its South African App Store listing shows a 4.9 rating from 3,600 ratings.
- Won a silver Pendoring award in 2024 for a television/cinema commercial produced for under R1 million.
- The company reports more than 24 million YouTube views and large audiences across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
- Won Die Burger Readers' Choice recognition in each year from 2021 through 2025, according to its website.

## Latest updates

- **2026-07** — LekkeSlaap campaigned as a World Travel Awards finalist for South Africa's Leading Online Travel Agency for a fifth consecutive year.
- **2026-06** — The company publicly highlighted its Cape Town team culture while welcoming new Tripco employees during a Youth Day office event.
- **2026-05** — LekkeSlaap refreshed its mobile-first checkout with earlier price and policy visibility, clearer confirmation and more reassurance at payment.
- **2026-05** — LekkeSlaap launched its free Rewards program with partner discounts of up to 15% and personalised vouchers for repeat guests.
- **2026-03** — Tripco appointed former CFO Frans Joubert as CEO; founders Jonathan Womersley and Marcel van de Ghinste moved to board and advisory roles.
- **2026-03** — The 'Local is indeed LekkeSlaap' campaign launched, built around a South African roadside stop and familiar local personalities.
- **2026-03** — Media coverage reported that LekkeSlaap had become the primary brand as TravelGround was phased into the flagship platform.

## Links

- Website: https://www.lekkeslaap.co.za/
- LinkedIn: https://za.linkedin.com/company/lekkeslaap-co-za
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/lekkeslaap
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lekkeslaap
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lekkeslaap.co.za/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Lekkeslaap/
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lekkeslaap

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Last updated: 2026-08-15