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Our top choices for San Diego holiday rentals

1. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,220 reviews)
"Great for traveling families."
United States
Veronica Dangerfield
The price is NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

2. City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills
4.5 star property
Middletown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"Receptionist was super nice and super helpful. The location was perfect. Everything was super close. Loved the room."
United States
Victor
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
City24 Hotel Little Italy Mission Hills

3. Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (321 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
alex
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

4. Coronado Beach Resort

Coronado Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Historic Downtown Coronado
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (823 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful and they had get togethers in the lobby and activities!"
United States
Phyllis
The price is NZ$401
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Coronado Beach Resort

5. Kasa Little Italy San Diego

Kasa Little Italy San Diego
4.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (538 reviews)
"Perfect location, great pool, beds were comfy. No complaints"
United States
Jeremy
The price is NZ$571
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Kasa Little Italy San Diego

6. Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
2.5 star property
Hillcrest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (473 reviews)
"It's good hotel for small day 1 to 3 nights no more then that due to the size of the room."
Canada
patrick
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

7. Chic apartment with AC, pool and fitness room in sunny San Diego

Chic apartment with AC, pool and fitness room in sunny San Diego
Downtown San Diego
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"This place was 10/10! Perfect location close to Gaslamp, and down the street from Petco Park! Loved the big comfy bed and modern interior. Definitely will be back to stay again in the future."
United States
Louise L.
The price is NZ$457
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Chic apartment with AC, pool and fitness room in sunny San Diego

8. Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay
Old Town San Diego
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Super cute, private little cottage in a great location. Loved the stay, very easy process and great host!"
United States
Ross
The price is NZ$351
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Adorable 1 bd cottage, heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Insta @oldtownvacay

9. Contemporary Urban Loft in the Heart of DT San Diego with Private Entrance

Contemporary Urban Loft in the Heart of DT San Diego with Private Entrance
Downtown San Diego
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Great place, definitely will stay here again if possible."
United States
Steve
The price is NZ$1,053
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Contemporary Urban Loft in the Heart of DT San Diego with Private Entrance

10. Wellness Oasis—Cold Plunge, Hot tub, Sauna, AC

Wellness Oasis—Cold Plunge, Hot tub, Sauna, AC
Golden Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! Place is clean and just so calming with all the fun amenities!! Would certainly come back and stay here any time! Chelsea is very approachable and very nice."
United States
Muhib H.
The price is NZ$2,291
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Wellness Oasis—Cold Plunge, Hot tub, Sauna, AC

11. Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park

Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park
Mid-City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Overall it was a great place to stay."
United States
Cristal M.
The price is NZ$525
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Cozy 2-Bedroom Cottage Near Balboa Park

12. 2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay

2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay
Old Town San Diego
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"We have stayed a couple of times at this place, it works great for us. The on-site parking, the yard for my Great Dane, and host is every accommodating."
United States
Rick M.
The price is NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
2 bd w/ yard in heart of Old Town-- WE LOVE PETS! Check our Insta @oldtownvacay

13. Beautiful Normal Heights Living

Beautiful Normal Heights Living
Mid-City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
James R.
The price is NZ$551
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Beautiful Normal Heights Living

14. Rooftop w/ Views: Modern Little Italy Townhome

Rooftop w/ Views: Modern Little Italy Townhome
3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
Rooftop w/ Views: Modern Little Italy Townhome

15. Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego
3.5 star property
Downtown San Diego
7.8 out of 10, Good, (231 reviews)
"Wonderful place!"
Canada
Eric
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Kasa Gaslamp Quarter San Diego

16. NEW Peaceful Studio Unit - 3 Blocks from the beach

NEW Peaceful Studio Unit - 3 Blocks from the beach
Ocean Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Great location and accommodations."
United States
Kecia
The price is NZ$497
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
NEW Peaceful Studio Unit - 3 Blocks from the beach

17. Central Mission Hills Condo with Spectacular Views

Central Mission Hills Condo with Spectacular Views
Mission Hills
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Nice apartment in a vintage building. Great quiet neighborhood, with easy walking to SD Trolley, restaurants and bars. Great host!"
United States
Chris T.
The price is NZ$617
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Central Mission Hills Condo with Spectacular Views

18. Elegant Garden Apartment

Elegant Garden Apartment
Coronado
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"it’s a charming garden apartment. Perfect for our visit and reasonably priced very pleased. George was a pleasure. Thanks again."
United States
Rich M.
The price is NZ$669
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Elegant Garden Apartment

19. 2Bed 2Bath APT walking distance to BEACH and BAY i

2Bed 2Bath APT walking distance to BEACH and BAY i
Pacific Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"The location was great, the apartment was wonderful!"
United States
Veronica
2Bed 2Bath APT walking distance to BEACH and BAY i

20. A Downtown Escape • green and light-full 2BR/2BA + Balcony

A Downtown Escape • green and light-full 2BR/2BA + Balcony
Downtown San Diego
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great Property!Perfect location!Easy and friendly communication!Will come back for sure!!!"
United States
Javier G.
The price is NZ$1,278
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
A Downtown Escape • green and light-full 2BR/2BA + Balcony
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You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our San Diego holiday rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up San Diego. Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in San Diego. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with San Diego. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true. 

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your holiday rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in San Diego short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in San Diego?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in San Diego close to San Diego Zoo, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Tourists who visit San Diego speak highly of the well-known zoo and bustling port. While you're in the area, you can also enjoy the scenic seaside and fascinating museums.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that San Diego has to offer?

New Photos! Luxury Steps to Beach w/hot tub garage: This highly rated holiday home rental in San Diego offers a balcony, a garden and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your holiday with amenities such as 1 hot tub. Some other top choices in San Diego are Beach Bungalow Parking 2blocks to Beach and Nothing beats Ocean Front.

How many holiday rentals are there in San Diego?

With 1236 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your San Diego stay.

What can I see and do in San Diego?

Enjoy the outdoors at Mission Bay and Balboa Park, or simply take in cultural attractions like San Diego Civic Theatre and Maritime Museum of San Diego. You can also visit some other popular places in town, such as San Diego Zoo and Petco Park.

What are holiday rentals like in San Diego?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in San Diego. Holiday rentals offer extras like laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll have a home away from home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a holiday rental can provide a sense of privacy away from shared hotel lifts and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which makes a holiday rental a popular option for families.