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Vacation homes from ₪121
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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
July
₪959
₪1,148
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 101% 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 vacation rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap vacation rental in California, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest vacation homes in California can be found in March and August.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in California is Monday. In contrast, the most expensive is Friday.
  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in California for 3 days.
  • Pet friendly, pool, air-conditioned, hot tub, kitchen/kitchenette, parking, and beachfront are the most popular vacation rental property amenities in California
  • Vacation rentals in California are around 11% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in California.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in California

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

    Based on KAYAK vacation rental searches, the most popular destination is Los Angeles (24% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are Yosemite Valley (24%) and San Francisco (14%). Searches for vacation rentals in Beverly Hills (10%), Topanga (5%) and San Jose (5%) are also popular.

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found California vacation rentals for tonight for as low as ₪214. Search here for similar prices

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found California vacation rentals for this weekend for as low as ₪272 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in California?

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

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

    There are many types of properties available for California vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II, A Marriott Vacation Club Resort and Black Forest Lodge.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly California vacation 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 vacation home.

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