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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 January ($395). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Diego is February ($2,063).

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

The cheapest day to stay in San Diego is Saturday ($616). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $1,556.

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

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 55 days before your trip to San Diego. The lowest price found when booking 55 days ahead was $211 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 $165 per night. There is currently one property in San Diego that can be booked for this price. Lagonita Lodge is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San Diego. Price data was last updated on 9 September 2025
At the moment, these holiday rentals offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in San Diego. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$165
Avg. per night
1594 Marbrisa Circle, Carlsbad, CA, United States
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$173
Avg. per night
250 West Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$186
Avg. per night
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
2.4 km from city centre
$222
Avg. per night
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$236
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$236
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
4.3 km from city centre
$253
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
2.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$318
Avg. per night
Paso Robles, CA, United States
9.5 km from city centre
$377
Avg. per night
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$403
Avg. per night
256 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA, United States
18.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$410
Avg. per night
628 Missouri Street, San Diego, CA, United States
13.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$540
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
4.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$855
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San Diego

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in San Diego. There are 8,423 hotels in San Diego and price data was last updated on 9 September 2025. The average price for a hotel in San Diego is $576/night.
1441 Quivira Road, San Diego, CA, United States
9.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$370
Avg. per night
1445 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$221
Avg. per night
326 Broadway, San Diego, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$452
Avg. per night
1404 Vacation Road, San Diego, CA, United States
10.1 km from city centre
$424
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 9 September 2025.
Utilise the map to find properties close to the San Diego area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. More information on a given vacation rental can be accessed by clicking the holiday rental's name within the map.

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 9 September 2025.
  • How much does a holiday rental in San Diego cost?

    $576 per night is how much a holiday rental in San Diego costs, on average. $50 per night was the cheapest price recently found by our users, though anything for $456 per night or less is a good deal. Keep in mind that San Diego holiday rental prices fluctuate throughout the year: the most expensive month to book is February, and the cheapest time to book is May.

  • What is the best San Diego holiday rental?

    The best holiday rental in San Diego is Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe, according to our user data. 210 users from HotelsCombined gave the Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe a 6.7/10 rating.

  • 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 the city to stay in if you’re looking for a holiday rental in San Diego. The Mb Jamaica Flat - Steps 2 Mission Beach is our most popular holiday rental in this neighbourhood. While there are other neighbourhoods throughout San Diego, 96% of HotelsCombined users searched for rentals in Mission Bay in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice.

  • What’s the most popular holiday rental in San Diego near Port of San Diego?

    Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe is the most popular San Diego holiday rental near Port of San Diego (the city’s most popular landmark). It’s a 735.8 km trip from Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe to Port of San Diego. While there may be other holiday rentals near Port of San Diego, Avalon Lodge South Lake Tahoe received high marks (6.7/10) from 210 users.

  • Are there any Inn holiday rentals in San Diego?

    If you’re looking to book a Inn holiday rental in San Diego, then you have 22 to choose from. We recommend looking at Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center as it’s currently the most popular Inn rental among our users.

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