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Travel insights for holiday rentals in San Diego

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a holiday rental in San Diego including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in San Diego?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in San Diego is August ($188). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Diego is March ($518).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in San Diego?

The cheapest day to stay in San Diego is Wednesday ($204). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $368.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in San Diego?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 7 days before your trip to San Diego. The lowest price found when booking 7 days ahead was $134 per night.

Cheapest holiday rentals in San Diego, California

Discover affordable stays in San Diego that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San Diego can be found for as low as $70 per night. There is currently one property in San Diego that can be booked for this price. Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San Diego. Price data was last updated on 30 April 2025
Out of the vacation rentals in San Diego we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
4.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$70
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
3.0 km from city centre
$125
Avg. per night
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$142
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
4.3 km from city centre
$143
Avg. per night
Palm Springs, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$173
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
2.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$176
Avg. per night
San Diego, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$187
Avg. per night
1594 Marbrisa Circle, Carlsbad, CA, United States
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$223
Avg. per night
Paso Robles, CA, United States
9.5 km from city centre
$248
Avg. per night
256 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA, United States
18.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$251
Avg. per night
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$312
Avg. per night
628 Missouri Street, San Diego, CA, United States
13.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$397
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San Diego

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in San Diego. There are 7,369 hotels in San Diego and price data was last updated on 30 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in San Diego is $297/night.
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1404 Vacation Road, San Diego, CA, United States
10.1 km from city centre
$214
Avg. per night
660 G Street, San Diego, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
$114
Avg. per night
2575 Clairemont Drive, San Diego, CA, United States
9.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$91
Avg. per night
4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
9.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$39
Avg. per night
1658 Front Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$51
Avg. per night
1430 7th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$164
Avg. per night
11480 North Torrey Pines Road, San Diego, CA, United States
22.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$460
Avg. per night
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA, United States
25.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$594
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San Diego

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within San Diego to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the San Diego area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. You can find more information on a particular vacation rental within the map by clicking on its name.

Facts about staying in San Diego

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San Diego to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • How much does a holiday rental in San Diego cost?

    The average cost for a holiday rental in San Diego is $297/night. A good holiday rental deal in San Diego would be for $228/night or less. The cheapest rental deal found recently by our users was $33/night. If you’re flexible with your travel dates, then try to avoid booking July, the most expensive month of the year. Booking May is the cheapest month to book a holiday rental in San Diego.

  • What is the best San Diego holiday rental?

    Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe has a 6.3 rating from 208 users, making it the best San Diego holiday rental based on our data.

  • What’s the closest holiday rental to San Diego Airport?

    If you’re looking to stay close to San Diego Airport for your trip to San Diego, then consider booking a Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe holiday rental. This holiday apartment is just 734.7 km away from the San Diego airport.

  • What part of San Diego is best to stay in?

    Mission Bay is the best part of San Diego to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at San Diego holiday rentals, 100% of them looked for stays in the Mission Bay neighbourhood in the last year. The Between Beach and Bay. happens to be the most popular holiday rental in the Mission Bay neighbourhood of San Diego.

  • What’s the most popular holiday rental in San Diego near San Diego Convention Center?

    While there may be several San Diego holiday rentals near San Diego Convention Center, Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe happens to be the most popular among our users. Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe has a current rating of 6.3 from 208 HotelsCombined travellers. San Diego Convention Center is also conveniently located just 738.5 km from this holiday rental.

  • Are there any Inn holiday rentals in San Diego?

    Yes, there are 22 Inn holiday rentals in San Diego. According to our data, Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center is currently the most popular Inn rental in the city.

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