San Diego vacation rentals

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Top-rated vacation rentals in San Diego

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Guest favorite

Guesthouse in San Diego

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 342 reviews

Diamond Villa in the Heart of Pacific Beach

3 blocks to the beach & 2 blocks off main st, newly constructed detached living space w/private entrance & shared yard: spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath, lg living rm w/an accordion glass door to patio/deck, 2 flat screen TVs w/cable & wifi , leather sofas, gas fireplace, kitchenette, gas grill, propane heater on deck, top level has wet bar, chairs & gas fit pit, bay & ocean peek views from top level, private entrance, outdoor warm shower for after beach rinse, Jacuzzi & wood fire pit in shared yard

Aug 31 – Sep 7

€ 156 per night
Guest favorite

Home in San Diego

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 398 reviews

Quiet & Walkable North Park Getaway | Hot Tub + AC

Enjoy privacy and comfort at this beautiful North Park home in one of San Diego's most charming neighborhoods! It offers an ideal blend of intimacy and convenience - a relaxing retreat, just a short stroll from numerous coffee shops, eateries, microbreweries, Balboa Park, and a swift 10 min drive to the beach! *Pet-friendly *Hot tub + private backyard *Stocked with Avalon Organics/Dr. Bronner's products *Solar-powered *Full kitchen *Coffee from a local coffee roaster *Crib + beach essentials

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in San Diego

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 465 reviews

Romantic Private Garden Studio Near Downtown

A magical private garden surrounds a tiny studio (240 sq ft) with kitchenette in historic residential district, 10 blocks to East Village and Petco BallPark, near Gaslamp Quarter, and one mile to Convention Center and downtown. Easy access to freeways, very close to Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, and Coronado Island. Airport and train station less than 15 min. We offer a safe, sweet, and contemplative getaway near the city, with WiFi but no TV. One pet OK only with prior approval. 420 friendly.

Nov 4 – 11

€ 127 per night

Popular amenities for San Diego vacation rentals

Stay near San Diego's top sights

Balboa Park3,290 locals recommend
San Diego Zoo2,510 locals recommend
Ocean Beach776 locals recommend
San Diego Zoo Safari Park967 locals recommend
Petco Park709 locals recommend
Seaport Village762 locals recommend

San Diego beach vacation rentals

Guest favorite

Guest suite in San Diego

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 397 reviews

Ocean Beach Jewel - Steps to Beach

Aug 20 – 27

€ 123 per night
Guest favorite

Home in San Diego

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews

Cozy PB Studio with Bikes, A/C and Self Check In

Apr 17 – 24

€ 160 per night
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Bungalow in San Diego

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews

Little Bungalow Steps from Beaches

Oct 27 – Nov 3

€ 181 per night
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Guest suite in San Diego

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 456 reviews

Skyline Terrace by the Sea (Pt. Loma, Ocean Beach)

Aug 23 – 30

€ 134 per night
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Guest suite in San Diego

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Cute Surf Bungalow 5 blocks to the Beach w/ Bikes!

Oct 26 – Nov 2

€ 146 per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Del Mar

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 184 reviews

Serene Del Mar Beach Private Entrance 1 BD 1BA

Jan 18 – 25

€ 134 per night
Superhost

Guest suite in San Diego

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 437 reviews

Private Suite In Historic Ocean Beach Cottage

May 15 – 22

€ 163 per night
Guest favorite

Cottage in San Diego

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 456 reviews

Private Ocean Beach Cottage and Courtyard

Sep 12 – 19

€ 168 per night
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Guest suite in Oceanside

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews

Private Coastal Studio

May 27 – Jun 3

€ 154 per night
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Guesthouse in Oceanside

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 147 reviews

Detached, Private Cottage! Fenced, PET friendly!

Jan 24 – 31

€ 143 per night
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Guesthouse in Encinitas

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

The Tiki Lounge, Leucadia, California

May 16 – 21

€ 151 per night
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Cottage in San Diego

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 289 reviews

Fabulous Cottage at the Beach

Jan 13 – 20

€ 216 per night

Vacation rentals with pools in San Diego

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Escondido

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 631 reviews

Hilltop cabin retreat with lake & mountain views

Nov 22 – 29

€ 163 per night
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Farm stay in Oceanside

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 408 reviews

Lake View Modern Farm House Retreat

Nov 15 – 22

€ 149 per night
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Guesthouse in San Diego

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 409 reviews

Mission Hills Charming suite, walkable to all.

Aug 18 – 23

€ 103 per night
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Guesthouse in La Mesa

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 347 reviews

Private Poolside Cabana

Sep 27 – Oct 4

€ 134 per night
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Condo in San Diego

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Ocean front one bedroom condominium

Sep 6 – 13

€ 447 per night
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Guest suite in Valley Center

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Hilltop Hideaway. Incredible Mountain Views

Mar 8 – 15

€ 112 per night
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Condo in San Diego

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Luxury Oceanfront Condo with Unbelievable Views

Jun 28 – Jul 5

€ 1,022 per night
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Guesthouse in San Diego

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 326 reviews

The BEST NEST Clean, peaceful, private, affordable

Nov 19 – 26

€ 119 per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in San Diego

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 271 reviews

Amazing View, Pool, 1BR w/ full kitchen & sofa bed

Apr 8 – 15

€ 125 per night
Superhost

Guesthouse in San Diego

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 242 reviews

Green Door Cottage

Sep 2 – 9

€ 148 per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in La Mesa

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

La Cabana

Jun 3 – 10

€ 152 per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in San Diego

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Modern Guest House with pool, steps to SDSU

Sep 10 – 17

€ 132 per night

San Diego house rentals

Guest favorite

Home in San Diego

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

Hawk's nest - wakeup to nature - Hillcrest

Feb 16 – 23

€ 125 per night
Guest favorite

Home in San Diego

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 863 reviews

Romantic Private Canyon Retreat

Oct 24 – 31

€ 109 per night
Guest favorite

Home in San Diego

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Private Studio

Sep 7 – 14

€ 103 per night
Superhost

Home in San Diego

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

PRIVATE CASITA: BEACH, DOWNTOWN, ZOO W/IN 15 MIN!

Sep 25 – Oct 2

€ 137 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Alpine

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

Fully Fenced Alpine Property with Guest House

Nov 16 – 23

€ 101 per night
Guest favorite

Home in La Mesa

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

SDCannaBnB #2 *420 *parking *dog-friendly *hot tub

Jun 10 – 17

€ 117 per night
Guest favorite

Home in San Diego

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 424 reviews

San Diego Private Casita

Mar 19 – 26

€ 109 per night
Guest favorite

Home in La Mesa

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews

Cottage in the Garden! New! Modern!

Mar 5 – 12

€ 150 per night
Superhost

Home in San Diego

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews

Charming 1 bd Cottage Close to All

Jun 15 – 22

€ 137 per night
Guest favorite

Home in San Diego

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 254 reviews

Cute Garden Home in Hip North Park *new flooring*

Feb 3 – 10

€ 157 per night
Guest favorite

Home in San Diego

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 304 reviews

Golden Hill Tree House

Oct 27 – Nov 3

€ 190 per night
Superhost

Home in San Diego

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Point Loma Comfort w/ King Bed & Central Location

Sep 5 – 12

€ 157 per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in San Diego

Total rentals

19K properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

11K properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

4.6K properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

6.1K properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

9.8K properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

960K reviews

Your guide to San Diego

Introduction

Laidback surf-town vibes meet a buzzing metropolitan center in San Diego, a city situated on the Pacific coast just 15 miles from California’s southern border. Catch your first wave at Mission Bay and follow it up with a tasting flight at one of the 150 local craft breweries. Neighborhoods such as La Jolla and the Gaslamp Quarter offer trendy dining experiences that visitors expect from the Golden State, but San Diego’s abundance of sandy beaches and outdoor spaces such as Balboa Park encourage you to slow down and enjoy the sunshine. Resist the temptation to cram everything into one vacation, and savor the relaxed demeanor that permeates San Diego.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in San Diego

San Diego’s climate remains relatively moderate year-round: Highs hover between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and lows only dip down to the mid-40s in winter. After the gray, overcast skies of June Gloom clear away, the air becomes more humid than average through September. Late summer and early fall bring ideal conditions for experienced surfers as the Santa Ana winds kick up, but pay attention to local weather reports, as the Santa Anas also increase wildfire risk in Southern California. During all seasons, be sure to pack layers — after spending all day in the sun, you may want a light jacket to stave off the slight evening chill.


Top things to do in San Diego

Balboa Park

Encapsulating 17 museums, 19 gardens, a 100-year-old carousel, and even a miniature train, Balboa Park can feel like its own city. Highlights include the Botanical Building, one of the largest wooden lath structures in the world, the San Diego Natural History Museum, and the open-air Spreckels Organ Pavilion, home to a 5,000-pipe organ, the world’s largest.

Old Town

This small, stroller-friendly neighborhood offers opportunities to soak up Spanish Colonial architecture, pop into boutique shops, and treat your dog to lunch on a pet-friendly restaurant patio. Fans of thrills and chills should visit the Whaley House Museum, considered by some the most haunted house in the United States.

Mission Bay

Head to Mission Bay for equipment rentals and lessons in sailing, kayaking, waterskiing, and more. Bordering the bay is Ocean Beach and Pacific Beach, both ideal spots to learn how to surf. While in the area, check out Mission Beach to watch X Games hopefuls at the skatepark and take a spin on a 95-year-old wooden roller coaster at an oceanfront theme park.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How is the weather in San Diego?

    San Diego enjoys a mild, Mediterranean climate. Summers typically see temperatures around 75°F (24°C), while winters hover around 50°F (10°C) with occasional rainfall. Its sunny year-round weather makes it perfect for outdoor activities at any time of year.

  • What are some of the best things to do in San Diego?

    In San Diego, visitors enjoy exploring its historic sites such as Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, relaxing at its numerous beaches such as La Jolla Cove, and experiencing thrilling outdoor activities like surfing and paddleboarding. Animal lovers also appreciate visiting the Birch Aquarium and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • What is the best time of year to visit San Diego?

    San Diego is typically most visited in the summer months, particularly from June to August, when the weather is warm and the city hosts the San Diego County Fair and Comic-Con International. However, the mild climate makes it a pleasant destination year-round.

  • What are the best places to stay in San Diego?

    Popular places to stay in San Diego include Downtown, known for its vibrant nightlife and diverse dining scene, and La Jolla, loved for its picturesque beaches and upscale boutiques. Pacific Beach is also popular among those seeking a laid-back beach vibe.

  • What are the best places to visit in San Diego?

    Some frequently suggested places to visit in San Diego include Balboa Park, home to numerous museums, gardens, and the San Diego Zoo, and the USS Midway Museum, a historical naval aircraft carrier museum. The Gaslamp Quarter, a dynamic downtown neighborhood with Victorian architecture, is also often recommended.

  • What are some hiking trails in San Diego?

    San Diego has a variety of hiking trails for different fitness levels. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve has scenic trails overlooking the Pacific Ocean, while the 6 mile (9.6 km) Cowles Mountain trail offers panoramic views of the city. For a more leisurely hike, the flat trail around Lake Miramar is a great choice.

  • What are some family activities to do in San Diego?

    San Diego is filled with family-friendly activities. You can explore the interactive exhibits at the New Children's Museum, embark on a safari adventure at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, or discover marine life at the Birch Aquarium. The LEGOLAND California Resort also provides a fun-filled day for families.

  • What are some of the best day trip ideas in San Diego?

    Day trip ideas from San Diego include a visit to the artistic town of Julian, famous for its apple pies, or a trip to the Temecula Valley for hot air ballooning and horseback riding. For a nature escape, a visit to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park or the Cabrillo National Monument is often recommended.

  • Are there vacation rentals near San Diego's top attractions?

    You're in luck! Stay at the heart of it all with our vacation rentals near San Diego's top attractions. We offer over 6,470 vacation rentals near Torrey Pines State Reserve, over 17,280 vacation rentals near Balboa Park (San Diego) station, over 17,320 vacation rentals near Balboa Park, over 17,300 vacation rentals near Balboa Park December Nights, and over 17,480 vacation rentals near San Diego Zoo, and so much more! Experience the best of San Diego right on your doorstep.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in San Diego?

    Uncover the perfect home-away-from-home with our diverse selection of vacation rentals in San Diego. From over 2,860 condo rentals, over 7,730 house rentals, over 180 villa rentals to over 4,070 apartment rentals, we've got you covered. For even more variety, explore our Airbnb Categories to find the ideal space for your getaway.

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