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Travel insights for vacation rentals in San Diego

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a vacation 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 March (C$ 322). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in San Diego is February (C$ 1,697).

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

The cheapest day to stay in San Diego is Sunday (C$ 401). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is C$ 677.

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 C$ 196 per night.

Cheapest vacation 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 C$ 144 per night. There is currently one property in San Diego that can be booked for this price. Desert Vacation Villas is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San Diego. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025
Out of the vacation rentals in San Diego we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
250 West Vista Chino, Palm Springs, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 144
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
4.3 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 187
Avg. per night
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
1.7 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 195
Avg. per night
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
1.0 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 214
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
3.0 km from city centre
C$ 230
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
4.3 km from city centre
C$ 291
Avg. per night
1594 Marbrisa Circle, Carlsbad, CA, United States
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 305
Avg. per night
256 Prospect Street, San Diego, CA, United States
18.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 320
Avg. per night
San Diego, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 322
Avg. per night
Paso Robles, CA, United States
9.5 km from city centre
C$ 339
Avg. per night
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
2.8 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 372
Avg. per night
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 376
Avg. per night
628 Missouri Street, San Diego, CA, United States
13.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 554
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San Diego

Find the perfect vacation rental for your stay in San Diego. There are 8,421 hotels in San Diego and price data was last updated on 11 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in San Diego is C$ 460/night.
5300 Grand Del Mar Court, San Diego, CA, United States
25.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 826
Avg. per night
509 9th Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 348
Avg. per night
641 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA, United States
5.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 184
Avg. per night
4961 Newport Avenue, San Diego, CA, United States
9.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 73
Avg. per night
1658 Front Street, San Diego, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 80
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 11 July 2025.
Use the map to find vacation rentals in San Diego that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. 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 11 July 2025.
  • How much does a vacation rental in San Diego cost?

    San Diego vacation rentals are C$ 461/night on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. For example, February is the most expensive month to book a vacation rental in San Diego, and May is often the cheapest month to book. Recently, our users found rentals for C$ 45/night - which is currently the cheapest price. Keep in mind that anything C$ 377/night or less is still considered a good deal.

  • What is the best San Diego vacation rental?

    Lagonita Lodge has a 9.0 rating from 789 users, making it the best San Diego vacation rental based on our data.

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

    It’s only 170.4 km from San Diego Airport to Lagonita Lodge (the nearest San Diego vacation rental to the 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 vacation rentals, 70% of them looked for stays in the Mission Bay neighbourhood in the last year. The Mb Jamaica Flat - Steps 2 Mission Beach happens to be the most popular vacation rental in the Mission Bay neighbourhood of San Diego.

  • What’s the most popular vacation rental in San Diego near San Diego Zoo?

    If you’re looking for a vacation rental close to San Diego Zoo while in San Diego, then the most popular is Lagonita Lodge with a 9.0/10 review score from 789 users. The distance from San Diego Zoo to Lagonita Lodge is 169.9 km.

  • Are there San Diego vacation rentals with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    You’re in luck! 1 San Diego vacation rental mentions “Pool” under their list of amenities. The Lagonita Lodge is the most popular vacation rental in San Diego that features this amenity.

  • Are there any Inn vacation rentals in San Diego?

    Yes, there are 22 Inn vacation rentals in San Diego. According to our data, Comfort Inn Sea World Area is currently the most popular Inn rental in the city.

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