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MOST POPULARSan Diego
Holiday homes from R59
Los Angeles
Holiday homes from R58

Best California holiday rentals

These are the best prices for 9-16 Oct.
Yosemite View Lodge - El Portal - Outdoor view
Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(9079)
Lodge
R5 110+
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Oceanfront Lodge - Crescent City - Restaurant
Oceanfront Lodge
Crescent City, CA, United States
6.0Okay(2684)
Lodge
R2 561+
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Cottages on River Road - Guerneville
Cottages on River Road
Guerneville, CA, United States
9.1Wonderful(1614)
Homestay
R3 166+
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Mariposa Lodge - Mariposa
Mariposa Lodge
Mariposa, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(2312)
Lodge
R2 090+
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Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite - Mather - Building
Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite
Mather, CA, United States
9.1Wonderful(1441)
Lodge
R5 584+
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Mendo Bungalow - Mendocino - Bathroom
Mendo Bungalow
Mendocino, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(213)
House
R5 920+
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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa - Julian
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa
Julian, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(705)
Lodge
R2 271+
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The Inn at Truckee - Truckee - Bedroom
The Inn at Truckee
Truckee, CA, United States
7.3Good(704)
Lodge
R2 121+
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Goldmine Lodge - Big Bear Lake - Living room
Goldmine Lodge
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
7.6Good(514)
Lodge
R1 556+
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Cambria Pines Lodge - Cambria - Bedroom
Cambria Pines Lodge
Cambria, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(2232)
Lodge
R5 067+
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Big Bear Frontier - Big Bear Lake - Outdoor view
Big Bear Frontier
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(1236)
Homestay
R3 127+
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Sleepy Forest Cottages - Big Bear Lake - Bedroom
Sleepy Forest Cottages
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(943)
Lodge
R2 049+
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Econo Lodge Woodland near I-5 - Woodland - Lobby
Econo Lodge Woodland near I-5
Woodland, CA, United States
7.2Good(347)
Lodge
R1 193+
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V Palm Springs - Palm Springs - Lobby
V Palm Springs
Twin Palms
7.6Good(1107)
Apartment
R2 943+
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Big Sur Lodge - Big Sur
Big Sur Lodge
Big Sur, CA, United States
7.8Good(1033)
Lodge
R4 571+
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Lagonita Lodge - Big Bear Lake
Lagonita Lodge
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(1087)
Lodge
R2 264+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s Insights for Holiday Rentals in California

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in California with confidence

How early should you book a vacation rental in California?

Book at least 41 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your California vacation rental.

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

September
February
R5 627
R6 020
Cheapest month to stay with an average 10% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 39% 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 June and May.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in California is Wednesday. 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.
  • Pet-friendly, pool, air-conditioned, hot tub, and parking are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in California
  • Holiday rentals in California are around 23% 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 5 106 properties and an average price of R2 113. The most popular holiday rentals in California among KAYAK users are Kasa Sunset Los Angeles, Viewpoint Suites, and The Haas, Trademark Collection.

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 (67% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are San Diego (8%) and San Francisco (8%). Searches for holiday rentals in Crescent City (8%) and Pismo Beach (8%) 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 115. 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 235 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 R12 628.

  • 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 R54 119.

  • 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, cabins, lodges, villas, bed & breakfasts, bungalows, campgrounds, chalets, hostels, hotels, houseboats, luxury tents, campsites, agritourism, farm stays, motels, barns, resorts and boats.

  • 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 Samesun San Francisco Hostel and Alpenhof Lodge.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly California holiday rentals, with around 20% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in California?

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