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In two weeks
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In two months
9 Oct - 11 Oct
In three months
6 Nov - 8 Nov
In four months
4 Dec - 6 Dec

Our top choices for San Luis Obispo holiday rentals

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1. Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
3.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"Spotless room, clean facilities and felt very safe :)"
United States
Tamela
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

2. Boho Bungalow+walkable+stocked kitchen+BBQ+private

Boho Bungalow+walkable+stocked kitchen+BBQ+private
San Luis Obispo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Cozy place, felt great to have a mini vacation there "
United States
Sabreena B.
The price is NZ$583
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Boho Bungalow+walkable+stocked kitchen+BBQ+private
Interior

3. Pet friendly. 1 mi to beach. Not a house share.

Pet friendly. 1 mi to beach. Not a house share.
Oceano
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (239 reviews)
"The room was clean and in a great location."
United States
Tracy M.
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Pet friendly. 1 mi to beach. Not a house share.
Beach nearby

4. Baywood Cottage #3 | Walk to Bay | Dog Friendly

Baywood Cottage #3 | Walk to Bay | Dog Friendly
Baywood Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Incredibly kind and accommodating host! The stay and location is beautiful too!"
United States
Tori S.
The price is NZ$450
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Baywood Cottage #3 | Walk to Bay | Dog Friendly
Cottage (1 Bedroom) | Interior

5. Cozy Arroyo Grande Cottage w/ Patio & Grill!

Cozy Arroyo Grande Cottage w/ Patio & Grill!
3.0 star property
Arroyo Grande
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very homey and comfortable bed (although I did bring my own pillow). I opened the door to find a delicious homemade scone that the wonder host had made. "
United States
Michelle
The price is NZ$467
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Cozy Arroyo Grande Cottage w/ Patio & Grill!
Interior

6. Central Coast Cottage

Central Coast Cottage
Arroyo Grande
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"The cottage is a perfect place for a short stay to visit wineries in the Edna Valley! "
United States
Teresa S.
The price is NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Central Coast Cottage
Premium Cabin

7. Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach
3.0 star property
Avila Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (126 reviews)
"Awesome view and great layout!"
United States
Steve
The price is NZ$492
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Flying Flags Avila Beach
Property grounds

8. Cozy 1-bedroom stay in adorable Atascadero close to lake park and zoo.

Cozy 1-bedroom stay in adorable Atascadero close to lake park and zoo.
Atascadero
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and a great location "
United States
Lori L.
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Cozy 1-bedroom stay in adorable Atascadero close to lake park and zoo.
Property grounds

9. Pet Friendly Cottage

Pet Friendly Cottage
Los Osos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Beautiful location and very cozy stay."
United States
Kelly G.
The price is NZ$550
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Pet Friendly Cottage
TV

10. Contemporary Boutique Bungalow+Backyard+Walkable

Contemporary Boutique Bungalow+Backyard+Walkable
San Luis Obispo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Great place to stay at. Has everything you need and close to downtown. "
United States
Ashley B.
The price is NZ$761
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Contemporary Boutique Bungalow+Backyard+Walkable
Golf

11. Cozy Arroyo Grande Cottage w/ Patio & Grill!

Cozy Arroyo Grande Cottage w/ Patio & Grill!
Arroyo Grande
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Fully equipped kitchen. Lovely host. Beautiful property. Near to downtown. Great value!"
United States
Gina V.
The price is NZ$460
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Cozy Arroyo Grande Cottage w/ Patio & Grill!
Beach

12. Pelican Place in Morro Bay

Pelican Place in Morro Bay
Morro Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"Darling little apartment very near the Bay for walks, shopping and restaurants. "
United States
Sarah C.
The price is NZ$357
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Pelican Place in Morro Bay
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

13. Pacific Coast Highway Milkhouse

Pacific Coast Highway Milkhouse
San Luis Obispo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Exquisite design and serene surroundings:)Unbeatable stay!"
United States
Samar S.
The price is NZ$429
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pacific Coast Highway Milkhouse
Beach nearby

14. Emberlight | Private Fire Pit & Beach Access

Emberlight | Private Fire Pit & Beach Access
Avila Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Quick easy check in, great stay! Superb!!!!"
United States
Jacqueline M.
The price is NZ$570
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Emberlight | Private Fire Pit & Beach Access
Terrace/patio

15. "The Treehouse"/studio in oaks. Ocean 6+min. walk

"The Treehouse"/studio in oaks. Ocean 6+min. walk
Avila Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Lovely, comfortable stay very near Avila Beach!Our host John was very friendly and knowledgeable; he had lots of suggestions of things to do/places to eat and even provided beach gear "
United States
Larissa C.
The price is NZ$388
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
"The Treehouse"/studio in oaks. Ocean 6+min. walk
Beach

16. Pacific Plaza #603 Oceano Pismo Avila SLO

Pacific Plaza #603 Oceano Pismo Avila SLO
Oceano
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"It was a very peaceful place. The only thing I will recommend is to change the shower head. Other than that we had a great stayed."
United States
Delfia A.
Pacific Plaza #603 Oceano Pismo Avila SLO
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

17. Studio & Bath by Sea - First Floor - Works for Pets & Handicapped Guests

Studio & Bath by Sea - First Floor - Works for Pets & Handicapped Guests
Grover Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"It was a great stay. We will definitely be back. We loved every second of it."
United States
Ivy A.
The price is NZ$445
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Studio & Bath by Sea - First Floor - Works for Pets & Handicapped Guests
TV, offices

18. 2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard

2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard
Lower Higuera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"great location, loved the property, great stay"
United States
Thomas C.
The price is NZ$688
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
2-Story Gem | Downtown Access | Private Backyard
Property grounds

19. Tropical Retreat Close to Beach

Tropical Retreat Close to Beach
Grover Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"It was very cute and clean stay right by the beach! 10/10 will stay here again:)"
United States
Romissa
The price is NZ$344
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Tropical Retreat Close to Beach
Private kitchen

20. Upscale Beach Cottage - rock view

Upscale Beach Cottage - rock view
Downtown Morro Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"This was our second time staying at Ruby's place and it was just as great as the first time! Ruby is an excellent host. Friendly and easy to communicate with. The cottage is super close to the Embarcadero and has a great view of Morro rock and the iconic smoke stacks! This is our favorite place to stay when we visit Morro Bay."
United States
Jennifer
Upscale Beach Cottage - rock view
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Top San Luis Obispo Hotel Reviews

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay with family will stay again"
Luis 2-night trip
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Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

Find out more about San Luis Obispo

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 Luis Obispo 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 Luis Obispo. 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 Luis Obispo. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with San Luis Obispo. 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 Luis Obispo short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Are there holiday rentals in San Luis Obispo?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in San Luis Obispo close to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Visitors to San Luis Obispo like the scenic seaside and acclaimed theatre scene this destination is known for. While you're here, grab a bite or have a drink at the charming cafes and wineries.

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

MOUNTAIN TOP GETAWAY : Best View In SLO! : Pets welcome: This highly rated holiday home rental in San Luis Obispo is located in the mountains, and has a balcony, a garden and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of books in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other homes for rent in San Luis Obispo include Oasis Private Entry Suite, Pool, Jacuzzi and more in San Luis Obispo and LUXURY : VISTA HOUSE above the Clouds! Stunning view near Avila Beach & Downtown.

How many holiday rentals are there in San Luis Obispo?

With 115 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your San Luis Obispo stay.

What can I see and do in San Luis Obispo?

Cultural attractions include Fremont Theater and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum, whereas Santa Rosa Park and San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden are a couple of picturesque spots to enjoy the outdoors. While here, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and San Luis Obispo Superior Court are other places worth a visit.

What are holiday rentals like in San Luis Obispo?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in San Luis Obispo. Holiday rentals feature extras such as WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll have all the comforts of home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, holiday rentals can offer a sense of safety away from shared hotel lifts and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a holiday rental an attractive option for a family getaway.