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Latest Southern California vacation rental deals

MOST POPULARAnaheim
Vacation homes from $7
San Diego
Vacation homes from $33
Carlsbad
Vacation homes from $232
Santa Barbara
Vacation homes from $68
Los Angeles
Vacation homes from $29
Palm Springs
Vacation homes from $202

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Most recommended vacation rentals in Southern California

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Rooms in Modern RV Trailer Home - Los Angeles
Rooms in Modern RV Trailer Home
Los Angeles, CA
7.3Good(14)
Free Wi-Fi
$37+
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San Diego Homestay A - San Diego
San Diego Homestay A
Serra Mesa
8.4Very good(4)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$115+
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Good Shepard Homestay - Los Angeles
Good Shepard Homestay
South Los Angeles
9.3Wonderful(260)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$119+
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Stylish LA studio Prime Location - Los Angeles
Stylish LA studio Prime Location
Central Los Angeles
7.2Good(33)
Free Wi-Fi
$131+
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White s Landing Catalina Camp - Avalon - Beach
White s Landing Catalina Camp
Avalon, CA
8.5Very good(12)
Free Wi-Fi
$136+
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Hollywood Business Apartments - Los Angeles
Hollywood Business Apartments
Central Los Angeles
8.2Very good(231)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$140+
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The Craftsman, Sonder Apartment by Marriott Bonvoy - Los Angeles - Lobby
The Craftsman, Sonder Apartment by Marriott Bonvoy
Central Los Angeles
8.6Very good(148)
Free Wi-Fi
$142+
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Southern California Beach Club - Oceanside - Balcony
Southern California Beach Club
Oceanside, CA
9.4Wonderful(206)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$214+
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Sky-Rise Apartments - Los Angeles
Sky-Rise Apartments
Central Los Angeles
9.3Wonderful(578)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$232+
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Viewpoint Suites - Los Angeles
Viewpoint Suites
Central Los Angeles
9.0Wonderful(222)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$248+
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Tripbz Mello Lofts - Los Angeles
Tripbz Mello Lofts
Central Los Angeles
$258+
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Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II - Palm Desert - Pool
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Palm Desert, CA
8.6Very good(536)
$279+
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San Luis Creek Lodge - San Luis Obispo - Bedroom
San Luis Creek Lodge
San Luis Obispo, CA
9.1Wonderful(826)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$288+
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Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach - Long Beach - Lounge
Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach
Downtown
9.2Wonderful(66)
Free Wi-Fi
$327+
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Heaven On Hollywood Boulevard Furnished Apartments - Los Angeles - Kitchen
Heaven On Hollywood Boulevard Furnished Apartments
Central Los Angeles
8.0Very good(418)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$338+
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Oceana Venice Beach Vacation Rental - Los Angeles
Oceana Venice Beach Vacation Rental
Westside
5.7Fair(25)
Free Wi-Fi
$487+
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February
April
$253
$294
Cheapest month to stay with an average 10% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 69% 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 Southern California vacation rental

  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in Southern California for 10 days.
  • The cheapest Southern California vacation rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $123, while the most expensive was $510.
  • Vacation rentals in Southern California are around 18% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in Southern California.
  • The city in Southern California with the most affordable vacation homes is Bakersfield, with around 189 properties and an average price of $30. The most popular vacation rentals in Southern California among KAYAK users are Homestay - Fun outgoing, love the out doors an, Beautiful spacious Suite guest house, and My Oasis.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in Southern California

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Southern California vacation rentals for tonight for as low as $71. Search here for similar prices

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

    The average price for a weekly Southern California vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is $1,743.

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

    The average price for a monthly Southern California vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is $7,470.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in Southern California?

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

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

    There are many types of properties available for Southern California vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Lagonita Lodge and Cambria Pines Lodge.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly Southern California vacation rentals, with around 10% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in Southern California?

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Resort Style Apartments Near Ucla - Los Angeles
Resort Style Apartments Near Ucla
Westside
7.4Good(87)
Free Wi-Fi
$164+
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Luxury, Hollywood Walk of Fame - Los Angeles
Luxury, Hollywood Walk of Fame
Central Los Angeles
7.2Good(1009)
$265+
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Heaven On Hollywood Boulevard Furnished Apartments - Los Angeles - Kitchen
Heaven On Hollywood Boulevard Furnished Apartments
Central Los Angeles
8.0Very good(418)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$338+
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Beverly Hills Celebrity Home - Los Angeles - Pool
Beverly Hills Celebrity Home
Westside
9.1Wonderful(402)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$188+
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Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego - San Diego - Bedroom
Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
Gaslamp Quarter
7.7Good(319)
Free Wi-Fi
$173+
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Boutique Hollywood - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Boutique Hollywood
Central Los Angeles
8.4Very good(89)
Free Wi-Fi
$140+
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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Lounge
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
8.9Very good(341)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$280+
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Desert Vacation Villas - Palm Springs - Pool
Desert Vacation Villas
Chino Canyon
8.7Very good(931)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$188+
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GetAways at Vista Mirage Resort - Palm Springs - Pool
GetAways at Vista Mirage Resort
Baristo
9.2Wonderful(58)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$208+
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Kasa Orange County-Anaheim Apartments - Anaheim
Kasa Orange County-Anaheim Apartments
Anaheim, CA
8.5Very good(74)
$170+
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Capri by the Sea - San Diego - Living room
Capri by the Sea
Pacific Beach
7.5Good(117)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$576+
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2330/a - San Diego - Building
2330/a
Bankers Hill
9.0Wonderful(2)
Free Wi-Fi
$162+
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Boutique 444 - Los Angeles
Boutique 444
Westside
8.8Very good(498)
Free Wi-Fi
$231+
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Oceana Venice - Los Angeles
Oceana Venice
Central Los Angeles
5.7Fair(239)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$73+
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Central Apartment - Los Angeles
Central Apartment
Central Los Angeles
8.5Very good(250)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$250+
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Las Palmas Suites - Los Angeles
Las Palmas Suites
Central Los Angeles
5.2Fair(14)
Free Wi-Fi
$98+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Free Wi-Fi
$45+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles - Front desk
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Westside
8.6Very good(1158)
Free Wi-Fi
$194+
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Everything you need to know for your stay in Southern California