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Holiday homes from £157

Best Southern California holiday rentals

5-Star Beach Bunny Cottage Vacation Rental In Santa Barbara 2-Blocks To Beach! - Santa Barbara - Living room
5-Star Beach Bunny Cottage Vacation Rental In Santa Barbara 2-Blocks To Beach!
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
9.9Wonderful(163)
Cottage
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£380+
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Bright California Bungalow in the Heart of Downtown Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Living room
Bright California Bungalow in the Heart of Downtown Santa Barbara
Downtown
9.9Wonderful(112)
House
£444+
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Best Location in town! Walk everywhere. Only 2 Blocks to Ocean, Pier & Wineries! - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Best Location in town! Walk everywhere. Only 2 Blocks to Ocean, Pier & Wineries!
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
9.7Wonderful(172)
House
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£304+
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Exclusive Oceanfront Cottage on Dry Sandy Carbon Beach - Seal - Malibu - Balcony
Exclusive Oceanfront Cottage on Dry Sandy Carbon Beach - Seal
Malibu, CA, United States
9.5Wonderful(91)
Apartment
£372+
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Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion - Malibu - Living room
Oceanfront Cottage on Carbon Beach -Sea Lion
Malibu, CA, United States
9.5Wonderful(76)
Apartment
£464+
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A Malibu Getaway - Malibu - Balcony
A Malibu Getaway
Malibu, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(12)
House
Air conditioning
£876+
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Charming Studio · Free Parking · Pool · Gym · Hot Tub · Bbq - Marina del Rey - Pool
Charming Studio · Free Parking · Pool · Gym · Hot Tub · Bbq
Marina del Rey, CA, United States
9.0Wonderful(2)
Apartment
Air conditioning
£153+
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Stylish Marina Studio · Free Parking · Walk to Beach · Pool · Gym · Hot Tub - Marina del Rey - Pool
Stylish Marina Studio · Free Parking · Walk to Beach · Pool · Gym · Hot Tub
Marina del Rey, CA, United States
Apartment
Air conditioning
£175+
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Malibu Country Mart Escape - Malibu - Beach
Malibu Country Mart Escape
Malibu, CA, United States
9.8Wonderful(11)
Condo
Air conditioning
£435+
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Elegant Oceanfront Penthouse on Dry Sandy Carbon Beach - Orca - Malibu - Beach
Elegant Oceanfront Penthouse on Dry Sandy Carbon Beach - Orca
Malibu, CA, United States
9.1Wonderful(66)
Apartment
£576+
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Charming 1-Bedroom by the Ocean · Free Parking · Pool · Gym · Hot Tub · BBQ - Marina del Rey - Pool
Charming 1-Bedroom by the Ocean · Free Parking · Pool · Gym · Hot Tub · BBQ
Marina del Rey, CA, United States
10Wonderful(2)
Apartment
Air conditioning
£191+
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Western Santa Monica - Los Angeles
Western Santa Monica
Central Los Angeles
7.6Good(8)
Homestay
Air conditioning
£97+
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Western Lemon Grove - Los Angeles
Western Lemon Grove
Central Los Angeles
Homestay
Air conditioning
£98+
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Western Melrose - Los Angeles
Western Melrose
Central Los Angeles
8.7Very Good(7)
Homestay
Air conditioning
£96+
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Western and Santa Monica - Los Angeles
Western and Santa Monica
Central Los Angeles
5.0Fair(3)
Homestay
Air conditioning
£108+
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30 Pct Off! Malibu Peaceful Getaway, Beach, Ocean - Malibu
30 Pct Off! Malibu Peaceful Getaway, Beach, Ocean
Malibu, CA, United States
9.1Wonderful(12)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£469+
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January
April
£209
£242
Cheapest month to stay with an average 16% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 81% 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 holiday rental

  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in Southern California for 8 days.
  • Holiday rentals in Southern California are around 35% 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 holiday homes is Los Angeles, with around 4,592 properties and an average price of £122. The most popular holiday rentals in Southern California among KAYAK users are Sycamore Villa, Stylish 2 Bed & 2 Bath at the Heart of Hollywood with Free Parking - One Car only, and Viewpoint Suites.

FAQs when booking a holiday home in Southern California

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Southern California holiday rentals for tonight for as little as £20. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a holiday rental in Southern California for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Southern California holiday rentals for this weekend for as little as £79 per night. Search here for similar prices

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

    The average price for a weekly Southern California holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £856.

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

    The average price for a monthly Southern California holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £3,670.

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

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

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

    There are many types of properties available for Southern California holiday rentals. If you’re looking for something special, holiday rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach and Lucille Palm Springs.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly Southern California holiday rentals, with around 9% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in Southern California?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in Southern California by showing you the exact location of each holiday home.

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Redwood Hollow Cottages - San Diego - Lounge
Redwood Hollow Cottages
La Jolla
8.9Very Good(349)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£241+
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Desert Vacation Villas - Palm Springs - Pool
Desert Vacation Villas
Chino Canyon
8.7Very Good(942)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£179+
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Los Angeles Vacation Rooms - Los Angeles
Los Angeles Vacation Rooms
South Los Angeles
5.8Fair(249)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
£33+
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Su Casa at Venice Beach - Los Angeles - Front desk
Su Casa at Venice Beach
Westside
8.6Very Good(1170)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£153+
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