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Narvaez Cozy room with a private bathroom and private entrance - Campbell
Narvaez Cozy room with a private bathroom and private entrance
Campbell, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(2)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€65+
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Narvaez Master bedroom private entry and bathroom - Campbell
Narvaez Master bedroom private entry and bathroom
Campbell, CA, United States
5.0Fair(1)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€78+
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Western Santa Monica - Los Angeles
Western Santa Monica
Los Angeles, CA, United States
6.5Okay(2)
Air conditioning
€105+
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Western and Santa Monica - Los Angeles
Western and Santa Monica
Los Angeles, CA, United States
6.0Okay(1)
Air conditioning
€111+
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Vintage California Bungalow, 18 blocks from the beach - Santa Monica - Bedroom
Vintage California Bungalow, 18 blocks from the beach
Wilshire Montana
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€135+
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Private Room - Cozy Stay Exclusive Walk of Fame Star Experience - Los Angeles
Private Room - Cozy Stay Exclusive Walk of Fame Star Experience
Central Los Angeles
9.0Wonderful(1)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
€138+
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Private nicely decorated studio - Campbell - Kitchen
Private nicely decorated studio
Campbell, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(19)
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Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€152+
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Hollywood Hills private room - Los Angeles
Hollywood Hills private room
Central Los Angeles
8.5Very Good(277)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
€154+
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434-Campbell Cozy & Bright 2B/1b /AC/close to Downtown - Campbell - Living room
434-Campbell Cozy & Bright 2B/1b /AC/close to Downtown
Campbell, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(2)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€274+
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Victorian Paradise With Intellibed Bed In Downtown Campbell - Campbell - Bedroom
Victorian Paradise With Intellibed Bed In Downtown Campbell
Downtown
9.5Wonderful(23)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€289+
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Pacific Beach Clean Relaxing Flat-1BR, Sleeps 5, 1 Mi. To Ocean/half Mile To Bay - San Diego - Living room
Pacific Beach Clean Relaxing Flat-1BR, Sleeps 5, 1 Mi. To Ocean/half Mile To Bay
Pacific Beach
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€301+
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Campbell Vacation Rental about 8 Mi to San Jose! - Campbell - Patio
Campbell Vacation Rental about 8 Mi to San Jose!
Campbell, CA, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€348+
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Seaside Haven Perfect for Relaxing Beach Getaways | Perfect for Couple - San Diego
Seaside Haven Perfect for Relaxing Beach Getaways | Perfect for Couple
San Diego, CA, United States
Air conditioning
€350+
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Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach! - San Diego - Balcony
Villa Serena- full kitchen, and just a 3 minute walk to the beach!
La Jolla
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€607+
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The Wavehouse Walk To Beach Yard Bird Rock - San Diego
The Wavehouse Walk To Beach Yard Bird Rock
La Jolla
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
€650+
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Sunlit Serenity in the Heart of Pacific Beach - San Diego - Patio
Sunlit Serenity in the Heart of Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach
Air conditioning
€776+
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December
August
€357
€381
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 54% rise in price.
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Top tips for finding the perfect California holiday rental

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 San Diego (38% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are Los Angeles (25%) and San Francisco (13%). Searches for holida rentals in Santa Monica (6%), Tracy (3%) and Three Rivers (3%) 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 €20. 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, campgrounds, barns, cabins, lodges, boats, bungalows, chalets, houseboats, luxury tents, farm stays, agritourism, campsites, caravan parks, motorhomes, 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 The Olympia Lodge 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 14% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Living room
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
9.0Wonderful(326)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€274+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Free Wi-Fi
€39+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Venice
8.7Very Good(1147)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€262+
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