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MOST POPULARSan Francisco
Holiday homes from ₹ 39
San Diego
Holiday homes from ₹ 59
Los Angeles
Holiday homes from ₹ 62

Best California holiday rentals

These are the best prices for 24-25 Oct.
Mariposa Lodge - Mariposa
Mariposa Lodge
Mariposa, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(2309)
Lodge
₹ 11,520+
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Yosemite View Lodge - El Portal - Outdoor view
Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(9141)
Lodge
₹ 24,155+
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Cottages on River Road - Guerneville
Cottages on River Road
Guerneville, CA, United States
9.1Wonderful(1625)
Homestay
₹ 19,240+
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Oceanfront Lodge - Crescent City - Restaurant
Oceanfront Lodge
Crescent City, CA, United States
6.1Okay(2704)
Lodge
₹ 14,519+
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Big Sur Lodge - Big Sur - Restaurant
Big Sur Lodge
Big Sur, CA, United States
7.7Good(1048)
Lodge
₹ 37,449+
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Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite - Mather - Building
Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite
Mather, CA, United States
9.1Wonderful(1449)
Lodge
₹ 30,399+
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Mendo Bungalow - Mendocino - Bathroom
Mendo Bungalow
Mendocino, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(220)
House
₹ 29,142+
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The Inn at Truckee - Truckee - Bedroom
The Inn at Truckee
Truckee, CA, United States
7.3Good(712)
Lodge
₹ 11,760+
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V Palm Springs - Palm Springs - Lobby
V Palm Springs
Twin Palms
7.5Good(1107)
Apartment
₹ 17,944+
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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa - Julian
Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa
Julian, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(708)
Lodge
₹ 11,577+
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Julian Lodge - Julian
Julian Lodge
Julian, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(1039)
Lodge
₹ 16,137+
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Econo Lodge Woodland near I-5 - Woodland - Lobby
Econo Lodge Woodland near I-5
Woodland, CA, United States
7.2Good(351)
Lodge
₹ 6,833+
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Alpenhof Lodge - Mammoth Lakes - Bedroom
Alpenhof Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(1520)
Lodge
₹ 14,205+
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Chelsea Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Chelsea Inn
Cow Hollow
8.2Very Good(4186)
Homestay
₹ 16,217+
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Sleepy Forest Cottages - Big Bear Lake - Bedroom
Sleepy Forest Cottages
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(947)
Lodge
₹ 12,045+
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Lagonita Lodge - Big Bear Lake
Lagonita Lodge
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(1097)
Lodge
₹ 12,773+
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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)

January
March
₹ 34,060
₹ 32,213
Cheapest month to stay with an average 28% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 48% 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 January and April.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in California is Monday. In contrast, the most expensive is Tuesday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in California for 13 days.
  • The cheapest California holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was ₹ 22,869, while the most expensive was ₹ 27,474.
  • 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 24% 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 San Jose, with around 446 properties and an average price of ₹ 6,736. The most popular holiday rentals in California among KAYAK users are Private furnished room for rent in Fremont, Room R1 with tempurpedic mattress and top facilities, and Rooms in a large home beautiful neighborhood.

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 San Francisco (26% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are Los Angeles (24%) and Yosemite Valley (8%). Searches for holida rentals in San Jose (6%), Healdsburg (4%) and South Lake Tahoe (4%) 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 ₹ 6,272. 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 ₹ 7,165 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 ₹ 327,021.

  • 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 ₹ 1,401,519.

  • 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, cabins, lodges, agritourism, campgrounds, chalets, bed & breakfasts, hostels, hotels, houseboats, luxury tents, motels, barns, bungalows, resorts, campsites, inns and studios.

  • 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 Chelsea Inn.

  • What are the most popular California holiday rentals for a large group?

    If you’re a large group then you’ll need plenty of space. The highest rated holiday home that can sleep 6 people or more by KAYAK users is Marriott's Newport Coast Villas, A Marriott Vacation Club Resort.

  • 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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