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Best California holiday rentals

Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Charmer Large Guest House - Los Angeles - Building
Los Angeles 3 Bedroom Charmer Large Guest House
Central Los Angeles
1.0Poor(2)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$322+
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Lovely Anaheim Pool Home 1 Mile to Disney - Anaheim - Living room
Lovely Anaheim Pool Home 1 Mile to Disney
Anaheim, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(68)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$1,368+
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Exclusive Artist Gallery Home - Central La Location - Los Angeles - Dining room
Exclusive Artist Gallery Home - Central La Location
Central Los Angeles
8.5Very Good(37)
House
$392+
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300 Glenwood Circle 1 bd Condo - Charm, Quiet, Spacious with Pool, Gym, Balcony - Monterey - Pool
300 Glenwood Circle 1 bd Condo - Charm, Quiet, Spacious with Pool, Gym, Balcony
Monterey, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(3)
Condo
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$221+
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Prime Location 1-Bedroom With Balcony An - Los Angeles - Living room
Prime Location 1-Bedroom With Balcony An
Westside
9.0Wonderful(1)
Apartment
$324+
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Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in Midtown Sacramento with WiFi, AC - Sacramento
Cozy 1-bedroom apartment in Midtown Sacramento with WiFi, AC
Midtown
7.6Good(16)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
$299+
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Enchanted Oaks~Lovely Retreat in the Treetops~Gorgeous, Peaceful, Private - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Living room
Enchanted Oaks~Lovely Retreat in the Treetops~Gorgeous, Peaceful, Private
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
9.8Wonderful(21)
House
$279+
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Hollywood's Garden Paradise at World Artists Living - Los Angeles - Living room
Hollywood's Garden Paradise at World Artists Living
Central Los Angeles
10Wonderful(4)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$594+
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Backyard Bliss - Summer Bbqs And Firepit Nights - Sacramento - Lounge
Backyard Bliss - Summer Bbqs And Firepit Nights
Midtown
10Wonderful(2)
Apartment
$380+
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Monthly Booking - Ocean View French Country Cottage, Charming & Tranquil, Beach! - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Living room
Monthly Booking - Ocean View French Country Cottage, Charming & Tranquil, Beach!
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
9.9Wonderful(111)
Cottage
Free Wi-Fi
$319+
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Ocean Beach #3, Breeze, Retro/Cozy, Studio Cottage only 3 blocks to beach! - San Diego - Bedroom
Ocean Beach #3, Breeze, Retro/Cozy, Studio Cottage only 3 blocks to beach!
Ocean Beach
9.5Wonderful(44)
Apartment
$297+
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Manhattan Shores 1B - San Diego - Living room
Manhattan Shores 1B
Mission Bay
7.5Good(7)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$602+
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3119 Yellow House Guest - Almost Oceanfront! - Pacific Grove - Pool
3119 Yellow House Guest - Almost Oceanfront!
Pacific Grove, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(2)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$409+
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Redwood Garden - Sacramento - Patio
Redwood Garden
Sacramento, CA, United States
9.6Wonderful(39)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$516+
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Destination #35 - Anaheim
Destination #35
Anaheim, CA, United States
9.8Wonderful(3)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$1,735+
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Peaceful Monterey Retreat - Profesionally Cleaned - Monterey
Peaceful Monterey Retreat - Profesionally Cleaned
Monterey, CA, United States
10Wonderful(1)
Condo
$239+
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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
May
$455
$522
Cheapest month to stay with an average 20% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 36% 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 March and January.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in California is Monday. In contrast, the most expensive is Friday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in California for 16 days.
  • Pet-friendly, hot tub, air-conditioned, kitchen/kitchenette, parking, pool, and beachfront are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in California
  • Holiday rentals in California are around 19% 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 South Lake Tahoe, with around 2,082 properties and an average price of $296. The most popular holiday rentals in California among KAYAK users are Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa, The Tahoe Beach & Ski Club Owners Association, and Black Bear Lodge.

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 (16% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are South Lake Tahoe (13%) and Irvine (10%). Searches for holida rentals in San Diego (10%), Lancaster (6%) and San Francisco (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 $56. 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 $22 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 $2,074.

  • 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 $8,887.

  • 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, condos, houses, homestays, caravans, cottages, villas, boats, bungalows, cabins, campgrounds, chalets, hostels, hotels, houseboats, lodges, luxury tents, agritourism, farm stays, caravan parks, resorts, campsites, studios and motorhomes.

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

    If you’re looking for something special, the holiday rental most loved by KAYAK users is Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa.

  • 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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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Lounge
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
8.9Very Good(351)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$564+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
$78+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Westside
8.7Very Good(1170)
Free Wi-Fi
$374+
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