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MOST POPULARSan Diego
Vacation homes from ₪168
Los Angeles
Vacation homes from ₪84

Best California vacation rentals

These are the best prices for Aug 11 - 18.
Yosemite View Lodge - El Portal - Outdoors view
Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal, CA, United States
8.1Very good(8717)
Lodge
₪1,206+
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Cambria Pines Lodge - Cambria - Bedroom
Cambria Pines Lodge
Cambria, CA, United States
8.5Very good(2205)
Lodge
₪795+
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Oceanfront Lodge - Crescent City - Restaurant
Oceanfront Lodge
Crescent City, CA, United States
6.2Okay(2633)
Lodge
₪801+
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Big Bear Frontier - Big Bear Lake - Living room
Big Bear Frontier
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
8.5Very good(1235)
Homestay
₪386+
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Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa - South Lake Tahoe
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.7Very good(1656)
Lodge
₪1,276+
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The Inn at Truckee - Truckee - Bedroom
The Inn at Truckee
Truckee, CA, United States
7.4Good(699)
Lodge
₪511+
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Mariposa Lodge - Mariposa
Mariposa Lodge
Mariposa, CA, United States
8.3Very good(2293)
Lodge
₪498+
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June Lake Villager - June Lake - Kitchen
June Lake Villager
June Lake, CA, United States
8.6Very good(1300)
Lodge
₪646+
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Big Sur Lodge - Big Sur - Restaurant
Big Sur Lodge
Big Sur, CA, United States
7.8Good(1009)
Lodge
₪2,097+
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Lake View Lodge - Lee Vining - Bedroom
Lake View Lodge
Lee Vining, CA, United States
7.5Good(2496)
Lodge
₪624+
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Alpenhof Lodge - Mammoth Lakes - Bedroom
Alpenhof Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
8.4Very good(1519)
Lodge
₪619+
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Evergreen Lodge - Mount Shasta - Bedroom
Evergreen Lodge
Mount Shasta, CA, United States
8.1Very good(313)
Lodge
₪451+
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Casa Cody - Palm Springs - Pool
Casa Cody
Historic Tennis Club
9.3Wonderful(486)
Homestay
₪747+
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Pebble Beach house for Magnificent Ocean & Perfect Golf, on The Old 17 Miles Dr. - Pebble Beach - Beach
Pebble Beach house for Magnificent Ocean & Perfect Golf, on The Old 17 Miles Dr.
Pebble Beach, CA, United States
9.7Wonderful(97)
House
₪2,375+
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Chelsea Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Chelsea Inn
Cow Hollow
8.2Very good(4127)
Homestay
₪574+
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Sleepy Forest Cottages - Big Bear Lake - Bedroom
Sleepy Forest Cottages
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
8.1Very good(937)
Lodge
₪390+
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KAYAK's insights for vacation 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 2 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)

January
June
₪1,134
₪1,248
Cheapest month to stay with an average 23% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 29% 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 October.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in California is Wednesday. In contrast, the most expensive is Monday.
  • 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.
  • Pool, pet friendly, air-conditioned, hot tub, and parking are the most popular vacation rental property amenities in California
  • Vacation rentals in California are around 15% 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 vacation homes is Los Angeles, with around 5,172 properties and an average price of ₪616. The most popular vacation rentals in California among KAYAK users are The Haas, Trademark Collection, Kasa Sunset Los Angeles, and Good Shepard Homestay.

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 (25% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are San Diego (13%) and Yosemite Valley (13%). Searches for vacation rentals in South Lake Tahoe (8%), Three Rivers (8%) and Mather (8%) 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 ₪253. 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 ₪230 per night. Search here for similar prices

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

    The average price for a weekly California vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is ₪8,899.

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

    The average price for a monthly California vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is ₪38,140.

  • 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, chalets, villas, agritourism, barns, campgrounds, lodges, bed & breakfasts, bungalows, hostels, hotels, houseboats, luxury tents, motels, caravan parks, farm stays, holiday parks, resorts, studios, timeshares and recreational vehicles.

  • 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 Petite Auberge.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly California vacation rentals, with around 20% 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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