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Latest California holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARSanta Monica
Holiday homes from R202
San Diego
Holiday homes from R209
Los Angeles
Holiday homes from R52

Best California holiday rentals

These are the best prices for Mar 29 - Apr 5.
Yosemite View Lodge - El Portal - Patio
Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(7645)
Lodge
R6 689+
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Oceanfront Lodge - Crescent City - Restaurant
Oceanfront Lodge
Crescent City, CA, United States
6.0Okay(2329)
Lodge
R2 447+
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Inn At Truckee - Truckee - Lobby
Inn At Truckee
Truckee, CA, United States
7.5Good(674)
Lodge
R2 583+
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Black Forest Lodge - Big Bear Lake - Lounge
Black Forest Lodge
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(1281)
Lodge
R2 090+
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Cambria Pines Lodge - Cambria - Bedroom
Cambria Pines Lodge
Cambria, CA, United States
8.6Very Good(2143)
Lodge
R3 417+
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Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa - South Lake Tahoe - Pool
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(1624)
Lodge
R2 932+
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Mariposa Lodge - Mariposa - Living room
Mariposa Lodge
Mariposa, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(2246)
Lodge
R2 580+
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Mendo Bungalow - Mendocino - Bedroom
Mendo Bungalow
Mendocino, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(174)
House
R5 075+
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Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping - Mariposa - Patio
Wildhaven Yosemite Glamping
Mariposa, CA, United States
9.2Wonderful(113)
Campground
R2 891+
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Alpenhof Lodge - Mammoth Lakes - Bedroom
Alpenhof Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
8.3Very Good(1494)
Lodge
R4 062+
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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(64)
Apartment
R2 044+
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Sleepy Forest Cottages - Big Bear Lake - Bedroom
Sleepy Forest Cottages
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
7.9Good(919)
Lodge
R2 127+
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3877 Sea Esta home - Pebble Beach - Living room
3877 Sea Esta home
Pebble Beach, CA, United States
9.8Wonderful(41)
House
R18 236+
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Black Bear Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
Black Bear Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(679)
Lodge
R3 755+
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The Tahoe Beach & Ski Club Owners Association - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
The Tahoe Beach & Ski Club Owners Association
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.6Very Good(480)
Lodge
R2 878+
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Lagonita Lodge - Big Bear Lake
Lagonita Lodge
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(943)
Lodge
R1 799+
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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
July
R6 814
R8 280
Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 105% 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 February.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in California is Thursday. 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 2 days.
  • Pool, pet friendly, air-conditioned, hot tub, kitchen/kitchenette, parking, and beachfront are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in California
  • Holiday rentals in California are around 12% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in California.
  • The city in California with the most affordable holiday homes is Los Angeles, with around 5 229 properties and an average price of R2 827. The most popular holiday rentals in California among KAYAK users are Viewpoint Suites, Sky-Rise Apartments, and St. Vincent Lofts.

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 (29% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are Beverly Hills (12%) and Indio (12%). Searches for holida rentals in Claremont (12%), San Francisco (12%) and Sacramento (6%) 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 R1 125. 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 R1 140 per night. Search here for similar prices

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

    The average price for a weekly California holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is R25 075.

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

    The average price for a monthly California holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is R107 463.

  • 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, lodges, bungalows, cabins, campgrounds, chalets, hostels, hotels, houseboats, luxury tents, farm stays, agritourism, campsites, castles, barns, motels, resorts, boats and motorhomes.

  • 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 Mountain Trail Lodge And Vacation Rentals and Black Forest Lodge.

  • 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?

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