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Travel insights for holiday rentals in San Francisco

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

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

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in San Francisco is June ($159). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Francisco is December ($1,045).

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

The cheapest day to stay in San Francisco is Tuesday ($211). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $478.

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

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 88 days before your trip to San Francisco. The lowest price found when booking 88 days ahead was $58 per night.

Other accommodations in San Francisco

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in San Francisco. There are 1,697 hotels in San Francisco and price data was last updated on 30 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in San Francisco is $352/night.
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5 Isadora Duncan Lane, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$41
Avg. per night
351 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$140
Avg. per night
555 North Point Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$204
Avg. per night
1201 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$131
Avg. per night

Where to stay in San Francisco

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within San Francisco to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 30 April 2025.
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Facts about staying in San Francisco

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San Francisco 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 Francisco cost?

    The average cost for a holiday rental in San Francisco is $353/night. A good holiday rental deal in San Francisco would be for $205/night or less. The cheapest rental deal found recently by our users was $36/night. If you’re flexible with your travel dates, then try to avoid booking December, the most expensive month of the year. Booking April is the cheapest month to book a holiday rental in San Francisco.

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

    SoMa is the best part of San Francisco to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at San Francisco holiday rentals, 83% of them looked for stays in the SoMa neighbourhood in the last year. The Soma Penthouse View Loft happens to be the most popular holiday rental in the SoMa neighbourhood of San Francisco.

  • Are there any Motel holiday rentals in San Francisco?

    Yes, there are 16 Motel holiday rentals in San Francisco. According to our data, Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay is currently the most popular Motel rental in the city.

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