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Private Malibu Cabin Getaway W/breathtaking Views - Malibu - Kitchen
Private Malibu Cabin Getaway W/breathtaking Views
Malibu, CA, United States
Cottage
£137+
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@ Marbella Lane Mini Guest House in Downtown San Jose - San Jose - Kitchen
@ Marbella Lane Mini Guest House in Downtown San Jose
Central San Jose
9.0Wonderful(14)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£159+
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Beautiful, Safe, Clean, Spacious 2 bd/1ba in N San Jose 951311 - San Jose - Kitchen
Beautiful, Safe, Clean, Spacious 2 bd/1ba in N San Jose 951311
North San Jose
6.6Okay(6)
House
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£192+
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Lively Santana Row Loft Right on Main SR Strip - San Jose - Building
Lively Santana Row Loft Right on Main SR Strip
West San Jose
10Wonderful(14)
Condo
Air conditioning
£196+
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Cozy Studio - Mins to WeWork, Sony Pics & Venice with Parking - Beverly Hills - Kitchen
Cozy Studio - Mins to WeWork, Sony Pics & Venice with Parking
Beverly Hills, CA, United States
6.0Okay(1)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£210+
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A Private Affair Cottage - Pasadena - Kitchen
A Private Affair Cottage
Pasadena, CA, United States
10Wonderful(11)
House
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£225+
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Wonderful studio with balcony - inside Yosemite National Park - Yosemite Valley - Bedroom
Wonderful studio with balcony - inside Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
5.5Fair(35)
Apartment
£228+
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Spacious Apt w/ 2BR - City Center - Pasadena - Balcony
Spacious Apt w/ 2BR - City Center
Pasadena, CA, United States
10Wonderful(1)
Apartment
Air conditioning
£298+
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Modern 2 Bedroom Apt. - Pasadena - Living room
Modern 2 Bedroom Apt.
Pasadena, CA, United States
10Wonderful(1)
Apartment
Air conditioning
£313+
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Home in the Heart of Pasadena! - Pasadena - Bedroom
Home in the Heart of Pasadena!
Pasadena, CA, United States
10Wonderful(1)
House
Air conditioning
£398+
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Swan House - Palm Springs - Bedroom
Swan House
Whitewater Country Club
9.9Wonderful(43)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£501+
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Quail Meadow - Yosemite Valley
Quail Meadow
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
House
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£611+
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Zen Inspired Sanctuary Permit# 1131 - Palm Springs
Zen Inspired Sanctuary Permit# 1131
Vista Las Palmas
9.5Wonderful(9)
House
Pool
Air conditioning
£657+
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Trendy 2br Near Hollywood Hotspots - Br9 - Los Angeles
Trendy 2br Near Hollywood Hotspots - Br9
Central Los Angeles
7.2Good(10)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£761+
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Luxury 4b3b With Dual Ensuites, Parking, Wifi - San Jose
Luxury 4b3b With Dual Ensuites, Parking, Wifi
West San Jose
8.5Very Good(8)
House
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£810+
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Cozy and comfortable Studio - Hal2-UC - Los Angeles
Cozy and comfortable Studio - Hal2-UC
Central Los Angeles
5.3Fair(3)
House
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£964+
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September
July
£207
£231
Cheapest month to stay with an average 1% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 59% 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 December and March.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in California is Sunday. In contrast, the most expensive is Wednesday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in California for 8 days.
  • Pet-friendly, parking, pool, air-conditioned, hot tub, kitchen/kitchenette, and beachfront are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in California
  • Holiday rentals in California are around 19% 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 412 properties and an average price of £44. The most popular holiday rentals in California among KAYAK users are Luxury 4b3b With Dual Ensuites, Parking, Wifi, Beautiful, Safe, Clean, Spacious 2 bd/1ba in N San Jose 951311, and Lively Santana Row Loft Right on Main SR Strip.

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 Los Angeles (17% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are San Diego (10%) and San Francisco (7%). Searches for holida rentals in Yosemite Valley (7%), Malibu (7%) and South Lake Tahoe (6%) 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 £25. 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 £937.

  • 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 £4,014.

  • 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, boats, bungalows, campgrounds, chalets, hostels, hotels, houseboats, luxury tents, farm stays, agritourism, campsites, barns, timeshares, motorhomes, resorts, ranches 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 Fisherman's Cove Inn and Econo Lodge Sacramento Convention Center.

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

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

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Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa - South Lake Tahoe - Pool
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.6Very Good(1609)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£136+
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The Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
The Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(177)
Free Wi-Fi
£158+
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Holly's Place - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Holly's Place
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(87)
Free Wi-Fi
£193+
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Playpark Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
Playpark Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.2Good(181)
£147+
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Tea Garden Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Patio
Tea Garden Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
6.9Okay(341)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£96+
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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Lounge
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
8.9Very Good(344)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£207+
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Heavenly Village Condos - Grand Residence - South Lake Tahoe - Kitchen
Heavenly Village Condos - Grand Residence
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.5Wonderful(5)
Free Wi-Fi
£300+
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Desert Vacation Villas - Palm Springs - Pool
Desert Vacation Villas
Chino Canyon
8.7Very Good(934)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£140+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
£34+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles - Front desk
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Westside
8.6Very Good(1169)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£159+
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Everything you need to know for your stay in California