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Most recommended holiday rentals in California

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Elevation Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Building
Elevation Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.1Good(308)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€105+
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The Lodge at Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Pool
The Lodge at Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(58)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
€125+
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The Most Beautiful Bay View from 1 Bedroom Apt - San Diego - Restaurant
The Most Beautiful Bay View from 1 Bedroom Apt
Bankers Hill
7.9Good(84)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€131+
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One Bedroom Apartment with San Diego Downtown View - San Diego - Bedroom
One Bedroom Apartment with San Diego Downtown View
Bankers Hill
8.4Very Good(76)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€137+
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Luxurious One Bedroom Suite with Balboa Park View - San Diego - Living room
Luxurious One Bedroom Suite with Balboa Park View
Bankers Hill
8.3Very Good(108)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€142+
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Studio with Beautiful View next to Downtown - San Diego - Bedroom
Studio with Beautiful View next to Downtown
Bankers Hill
8.8Very Good(55)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€147+
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Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa - South Lake Tahoe - Pool
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.6Very Good(1612)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
€152+
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Detached Apt Max 7 Sleepers - San Diego - Bedroom
2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Detached Apt Max 7 Sleepers
Bankers Hill
8.0Very Good(73)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€178+
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The Heron On Ivy - San Diego
The Heron On Ivy
South Park
9.3Wonderful(39)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€196+
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Black Bear Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
Black Bear Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.4Wonderful(671)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€197+
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Nimitz Crossing Luxury Residences - San Diego - Living room
Nimitz Crossing Luxury Residences
San Diego, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(110)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€209+
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Tea Garden Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Patio
Tea Garden Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
6.9Okay(341)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€215+
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Little Italy Modern Lofts - San Diego - Living room
Little Italy Modern Lofts
Downtown
6.7Okay(59)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€219+
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Lakeland Village South Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Lakeland Village South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.9Good(82)
House
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
€325+
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Comfortable 3Br 2 5ba Unit in SF - San Francisco
Comfortable 3Br 2 5ba Unit in SF
Excelsior
10Wonderful(1)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
€401+
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Spacious 5B 2 5ba House 4 Free Driveway parking - San Francisco
Spacious 5B 2 5ba House 4 Free Driveway parking
Excelsior
House
Free Wi-Fi
€610+
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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

March
April
€225
€268
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 45% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect California holiday rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap holiday rental in California, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest holiday homes in California can be found in May and June.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in California is Sunday. In contrast, the most expensive is Saturday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in California for 4 days.
  • Pet-friendly, hot tub, parking, air-conditioned, kitchen/kitchenette, pool, and beachfront are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in California
  • Holiday rentals in California are around 18% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in California.

FAQs when booking a holiday home in California

  • What is the most popular holiday rental destination in California?

    Based on KAYAK holiday rental searches, the most popular destination is Los Angeles (21% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are San Francisco (18%) and San Diego (14%). Searches for holida rentals in Capitola (7%), Culver City (7%) and Yosemite Valley (7%) are also popular.

  • How much is a holiday rental in California for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found California holiday rentals for tonight for as little as €47. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a holiday rental in California for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found California holiday rentals for this weekend for as little as €58 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • What types of holiday rentals are available in California?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your holiday home in California. You’ll find apartments, caravans, condos, cottages, houses, homestays, villas, agritourism, barns, cabins, campgrounds, chalets, farm stays, lodges, boats, bungalows, hostels, hotels, houseboats, luxury tents, campsites, timeshares, motorhomes, resorts, ranches and studios.

  • What are some of the most-loved holiday rentals available in California?

    There are many types of properties available for California holiday rentals. If you’re looking for something special, holiday rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Hotel De Anza and Fisherman's Cove Inn.

  • Are there any pet-friendly holiday rentals in California?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly California holiday rentals, with around 8% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in California?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in California by showing you the exact location of each holiday home.

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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Lounge
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
8.9Very Good(344)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€232+
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Desert Vacation Villas - Palm Springs - Pool
Desert Vacation Villas
Chino Canyon
8.7Very Good(935)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
€148+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
€39+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles - Front desk
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Westside
8.6Very Good(1168)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€160+
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