Vacation Rentals in San Diego, California

A beach town doesn't need much more than the "beach" to attract people from far and wide. So, when a beach town also doubles as a major metro with attractions like the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld San Diego, and the USS Midway Museum, it's something special. And San Diego vacation homes, whether beachfront, on the golf course, or in the center of town, are just as special.

But where exactly should you stay, and what should you do when you get here? Thankfully, the San Diego accommodations listed here really run the gamut: choose from oceanfront cottages, luxury golf resort villas, and cheap, weekly beach houses. They're also located all over the San Diego area. You can wake up to ocean views in a Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, or Ocean Beach beachfront cottage, keep the nightlife close by with a downtown San Diego rental, stay in action-packed Balboa Park, or book a beach house in the quieter upscale community of La Jolla.

Once you get to San Diego, your itinerary can be just about anything you want it to be. Soak up the sun day in and day out, hit the golf course, tour lighthouses and historic sites, kill time in museum after museum, take part in the exciting San Deigo nightlife scene... whatever you do (or don't do), just make sure you consider San Diego beach houses, cottages, and other lodging over hotels. 

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• Full San Diego Travel Guide

Looking for ways to save money on San Diego beach rentals? From the get go, choosing a vacation rental over a hotel is a financially savvy move. That's because San Diego vacation homes offer up so much more space, amenities, and luxury, but for the same nightly rate as a hotel! However, there are still ways to save even more moolah. Here are a few tips:

• Are there any last minute deals, cancellation specials, or unique offers available on San Diego rentals? Sometimes, you can switch your travel dates to a slightly different week or weekend and take advantage of a great deal.
• Instead of booking a nightly or weekend stay, consider long-term, weekly rentals in San Diego. The longer you stay, the less you'll pay night to night.
• Most San Diego beach houses have full kitchens and dining areas. That means you don't have to dine out all the time and watch your vacation budget shrivel away. Although it's fun to try new restaurants, it's also fun to cook a meal with your fellow travelers. And you'll save a lot of money doing so.
• Summer time is the most popular time to book San Diego lodging. However, with all the attractions off the water in San Diego, you'll have a good time visiting any time of year. Plus, you won't have to deal with all the crowds and can take advantage of great off season San Diego rental deals. The winter time, in particular, is a cheap time to visit.
• Find discounts and coupons on the top San Diego attractions before your arrival. That way you can narrow down your itinerary based on price!
• Don't book directly through a resort. Luxury San Diego resort rentals can be booked directly through the owner on Vacation Rentals.com, and usually at a much cheaper rate.

Remember, you don't have to sacrifice space and luxury if you're on a budget. With San Diego vacation villas, cabins, homes, and cottages, you can save big bucks on accommodations so that you have more money leftover for shopping, dining, and attraction hopping in the city.