Vacation rentals in San Francisco

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Stay near San Francisco's top sights

Mission District355 locals recommend
Oracle Park596 locals recommend
Richmond District18 locals recommend
Haight-Ashbury379 locals recommend
Golden Gate Bridge1,321 locals recommend
Golden Gate Park1,721 locals recommend

Apartments in San Francisco

Superhost
Apartment in San Jose
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

2B2B Courtyard View Apt Near SAP/Apple 415

ValRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Very spacious and comfortable space - easy access, parking etc - communication with the host has also been great and easy; Would definitely recommend this stay;
Guest favorite
Apartment in Menlo Park
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

2 Bedroom Modern Apartment in Downtown U4

DarciRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
We loved the neighborhood, within walking distance to restaurants and the grocery store. It was quiet and had very comfortable beds. It had everything we needed for an our stay.
Top guest favorite
Apartment in Alameda
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

Lovely apartment in Victorian home

ChrisRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Wonderful stay at Bruce and Chris's place. lovely location, easy to find and check in. the kitchen is stunning, has everything you need. The bed was very comfortable. peaceful and quiet. Only note - Street parking can be a bit tricky outside the property at night time. We always ended up finding a spot on the street to the right on the side of the property, so a couple mins walk if that. Would definitely stay again. Thanks alot =]
Top guest favorite
Apartment in North Berkeley
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

North Berkeley Garden Private Apt

TamiRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Annie and Alex‘s Airbnb is wonderful! It’s in a great location, well designed, clean and modern, and equipped with all of the items you would want in the kitchen. You have access to a beautiful outdoor garden with dining table and chairs. Location! While you can walk to the best shopping for fruits and vegetables, there is free street parking as well. BART is a quick 13 minute walk! Lastly, Annie and Alex are wonderful, thoughtful hosts. We would highly recommend their AirBnb for either short or longer stays
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Apartment in Oakland
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

Contemporary Apartment in a 19th Century House

JordanRating, 5 stars1 month ago
I definitely recommend this place if you want to have a peaceful trip around San Francisco Had a lovely 3 week stay at Michael’s apartment in Oakland. The place is spacious, very well equipped, comfortable and has a big garden 😍 on top of that, the apartment is very close to everything you’ll need, 3 to 5 minutes walk to supermarkets, restaurants, banks, fast-food, coffee places, and direct buses to San Francisco. The neighbourhood is cute, peaceful The only flaw to this apartment is the lack of light in it, but the garden and its squirrels compensate 😸 Michael and his wife are sweet and warm, and willing to help if needed. The perfect hosts! Thank you again guys ❤️
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Apartment in North Berkeley
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Garden Apartment in Berkeley

BethRating, 5 stars1 month ago
We had a wonderful stay at John’s place - it’s a really lovely spot and the photos don’t quite do it justice! The beautiful garden is a particular highlight. It’s within walking distance to BART and nice shops and restaurants but on a sweet residential road. John was super helpful and welcoming - would highly recommend!
Superhost
Apartment in Albany
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Easy Living in Albany, Bay Area

TiffanyRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Fatima’s place is wonderful, great for folks who want a more peaceful stay in the East Bay! She’s responsive and friendly, will def stay again next time!
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Apartment in San Anselmo
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

'A Suite’ - BANK STREET FLATS - San Anselmo

MarilynRating, 5 stars2 months ago
We had another wonderful stay! Alison’s place doesn’t disappoint, it is our first choice for accommodation whenever we are in the area visiting family. Always fresh, clean and comfortable with a can’t be beat location.

Private vacation rentals in San Francisco

Superhost
Villa in East San Jose
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviews

Entire Villa - Retreat - Refresh - Relax

YnoriRating, 5 stars4 weeks ago
everything was super nice, only thing was the charger didnt work which was very bummed out, but overall house is super spacious and nice, plenty of room for family and friends! mason was helpful & communicative!
Guest favorite
Home in Alameda
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 294 reviews

“Alameda Island Hideaway”- Clean, Safe, Modern

IdetteRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Unit C was exactly as described. The bedrooms upstairs are spacious, with plenty of closet space and a nice dresser in each room. The bathroom upstairs is a standard 70-80's bathroom with a shower/tub , one sink and toilet. The kitchen downstairs is well equipped with pots and pans. Nice washer and dryer in the unit. Everything was impeccably clean and well organized. The sofabed feels cold because it is not fabric so I would suggest putting a few blankets under the sheets if you intend to use it. There are extra blankets at the place. The unit is at the very end of a driveway so it is very quiet and peaceful. There is a nice fenced in yard if you have little ones. A great benefit is that there is an excellent bakery and well-stocked supermarket less than a block away. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Heather's place and would rent it again in a heartbeat!
Superhost
Villa in San Rafael
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 201 reviews

Waterfront Marin Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub

MaryliRating, 5 stars3 days ago
Had an amazing stay at Gina’s house for a girls retreat weekend. The house is amazing with really good vibes! Kitchen was fantastic for cooking group meals and overall could not have asked for a better place!
Top guest favorite
Guest suite in Novato
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 191 reviews

Classy Private Suite with Beautiful Patio.

JonRating, 5 stars1 week ago
We travel a good bit in the USA and utilize Air BNB often. Megan's place is definitely one of the best places we have stayed!! Only 2.3 miles from my daughter's home in Novato which made our days there for a family visit quite convenient. The unit was well stocked with enough household items, food, and beverage items that created a very warm and welcoming arrival. Extremely clean!! Entrance walkway and back patio so lovely and relaxing. We will definitely contact Megan again when visiting family in Novato in the future! We give this an A+ rating!! Thanks Megan!!!
Guest favorite
Guest suite in West Portal Park
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 491 reviews

Cozy Garden Unit with All Amenities

VishalRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Michelle's apartment was wonderful for my 4 nights stay. It's located in a great spot and felt safe. Apartment was very clean, quiet, well appointed and ready with amenities and supplies. Beds and pillows were ideal for comfortable sleeping. Michelle was great at communicating and accommodating. Would love to be back!
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Home in Noe Valley
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews

Noe Valley entire guest suite overlooking downtown

TrishaRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Our stay at Veronica's exceeded all expectations. The location was perfect—everything we wanted to see was just a short 10–15 minute drive away. The home itself was spotless, spacious, and looked exactly like the photos. Veronica was an exceptional host, always quick to respond and incredibly kind throughout our stay. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Guest favorite
Home in Half Moon Bay
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

2 bedrooms house with sauna

BethRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
What a beautiful and tranquil place. Peter was great and very responsive. The home is filled with beautiful art pieces and objects and the grounds were lush and peaceful. There was plenty of amenities for us with everything working as it should. At this time, they are still waiting on a hot tub but I was aware that was unavailable when I booked thanks to another review. The sauna was a great add on though!
Guest favorite
Home in Montara
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

Entire Private Coastal Retreat - Spectacular Ocean

NoshinRating, 5 stars1 month ago
We brought a friend who needed to mourn a loss. The home and yard offered the respite she needed and the wind and waves from the Ocean helped her through her grief. We all hope to return since it became a place of healing for our friend. Thank you.

Homes in San Francisco

Top guest favorite
Home in Oakland
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Beautiful Home. Gorgeous Views. Five Bedrooms.

JohnathonRating, 5 starstoday
This home was perfect. the view from the porch was breathtaking. everything was great. safe quite location.
Guest favorite
Home in Willow Glen
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

A City Escape | 3-bedroom home at Willow Glen

ErinRating, 5 stars4 weeks ago
We enjoyed our stay, having enough bathrooms was really nice for our family. The house was clean, and had everything we needed in the kitchen. We were elated to see chopsticks.
Superhost
Home in Berryessa
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

M&J@5B3B/High speed Wi-Fi/yard for kid/Cisco | 668

MarieRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Very nice and clean house spacious aswell not to mention Yoyo replys fast to any questions we had we'll be reserving it again whenever we go to San Jose again ☺️
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Home in Daly City
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 351 reviews

Modern Retreat close to SF

VincentRating, 5 stars6 days ago
Exactly what we needed for our family trip
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Home in Concord
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

*Designer East Bay Remodel Home*

SaraRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
This place was perfect for our family of 5. We all had plenty of space and fun playing pool. The host was responsive and super accommodating! Would highly recommend.
Guest favorite
Home in Atherton
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Home in Atherton, Menlo Park

ChelseaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Feng’s home was lovely and very spacious! We had a group of 8 guests staying and it could accommodate a larger group very well! Thank you for a lovely accommodation, Feng!
Guest favorite
Home in Milpitas
5 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Cozy Modern Home

MaiRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Had a fantastic stay at Thanh’s Airbnb. Location extremely close to Ranch 99, Heytea and numerous restaurants. Place was spotless, cozy, and exactly as described. Thanh was welcoming and very responsive. Would definitely stay here again!
Superhost
Home in San Ramon
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Cheerful 3 bedrooms/2bathrooms Single Family house

SultanRating, 5 stars4 months ago
Thank you Mr Jack I really had an amazing stay at your place! The home was clean, and exactly as described, with thoughtful touches that made me feel welcome and comfortable. Jack went above and beyond to ensure I had everything I needed, offering great recommendations and being incredibly responsive. The location was perfect for anyone has a course I. SAP academy.. . I highly recommend staying here and would absolutely book again. Thank you for making my trip so special!” …

Quick stats about vacation rentals in San Francisco

  • Total rentals

    8.9K properties

  • Total number of reviews

    413K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    2.5K properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    1.7K properties allow pets

  • Rentals with a pool

    540 properties have a pool

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    5.1K properties have a dedicated workspace

Your guide to San Francisco

All About San Francisco

Surrounded on three sides by glittering water, punctuated by comically high hills, festooned with verdant public parks, and alternately enshrouded in mysterious fog and blazing sunshine, San Francisco is one of the prettiest places on earth. The city has long attracted iconoclasts and fortune seekers, in the shape of Gold Rush hopefuls, immigrants who fought to build thriving communities, and queer people seeking a home and civil rights. It’s a city of glorious contrasts: storybook Victorians and soaring skyscrapers; the bright, pinging amusements of Fisherman’s Wharf and the austere beauty of Ocean Beach. Like the rest of the Bay Area — which includes Oakland to the east, Marin to the north, and San Jose to the south — San Francisco continues to transform. But its scruffy, proudly independent roots are never far from the surface.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in San Francisco

San Francisco has a legendarily capricious climate — hot, sunny days can turn chilly on a dime, so no matter what time of year it is, pack layers. March through June typically ushers in temperatures in the low-to-mid-60 degrees Fahrenheit. July through October is generally warmer, with temperatures in the high 60s or low 70s. Fall is often considered this city’s summer. November through February is brisk, with temperatures dipping into the 50s. Expect some fog and wind year round.


Top things to do in San Francisco

Golden Gate Park

Opened in 1870, this park’s 1,017 acres are the undisputed jewel of the park system (and that’s saying a lot). Visit close to 2,000 species of rare, tropical, and aquatic plants inside the stately Conservatory of Flowers. Explore an indoor rainforest at the California Academy of Sciences, and surround yourself with world-class art at the de Young Museum. Ride a carousel, paddle a boat around Stow Lake, or stroll through the Japanese Tea Garden. Just don’t expect to do it all in one day.

Alcatraz

This tiny island in the bay, now a National Park, has a complicated and fascinating history. Best known as the home of an (almost) inescapable federal prison populated by notorious criminals, Alcatraz is also the site of a historically significant protest led by Native American activists, who occupied the island for nineteen months starting in 1969 to protest the US government's failure to surrender federal land owed to the tribes who once lived there. A trip to Alcatraz to learn about its many lives is well worth it. Tickets go fast, so plan ahead and book your voyage early.

Golden Gate Bridge

Completed in 1937, this gorgeous 1.7-mile-long Art Deco wonder is renowned for its hue — a color so distinct it has its own name: International Orange. Walking, biking, or driving are all wonderful ways to experience this architectural marvel, and on the Marin side you’ll find a rest stop with bathrooms and breathtaking views of the bridge and bay. One thing to note: If you walk or bike, wear layers, as it can get very windy crossing the bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How is the weather in San Francisco?

    San Francisco has a mild, temperate maritime climate. Summers are often cool and foggy, with temperatures around 70°F (21°C), while winters are rainy with temperatures around 50°F (10°C). Layered clothing is often recommended due to the city's microclimates.

  • What are some of the best things to do in San Francisco?

    Popular activities in San Francisco include walking across the Golden Gate Bridge, exploring the vibrant murals in the Mission District, taking a cable car ride, and engaging in ecological volunteer activities at the Presidio.

  • What is the best time of year to visit San Francisco?

    San Francisco is most frequently visited during summer and fall, from June to October. Notable events include the Pride Parade in June, Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival in August, and the Fleet Week airshow in October.

  • What are the best places to stay in San Francisco?

    Popular areas to stay in San Francisco include bustling Union Square for shopping enthusiasts, Fisherman's Wharf for waterfront views, the Mission District for a vibrant food scene, and Pacific Heights for its historic charm.

  • What are the best places to visit in San Francisco?

    Popular places to visit in San Francisco include the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island with its historically rich prison, Fisherman's Wharf for a taste of local seafood, and Chinatown, the oldest one in North America.

  • What are some hiking trails in San Francisco?

    San Francisco has a variety of hiking trails for all levels. Consider exploring the Lands End Trail for stunning coastal views, the Mount Sutro Loop for a stroll in a eucalyptus forest, or the Presidio's Ecology Trail for an enriching educational experience.

  • What are some family activities to do in San Francisco?

    Families visiting San Francisco often enjoy exploring the California Academy of Sciences, taking a bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge, visiting the interactive Exploratorium museum, or spending a day at the San Francisco Zoo.

  • What are some of the best day trip ideas in San Francisco?

    For day trips, consider exploring the scenic Marin Headlands, tasting your way through Napa Valley's vineyards, immersing in the quaint charm of Sausalito, or discovering the natural beauty of Muir Woods National Monument.

  • Are there vacation rentals near San Francisco's top attractions?

    You're in luck! Stay at the heart of it all with our vacation rentals near San Francisco's top attractions. We offer over 10,770 vacation rentals near Golden Gate Park, over 32,330 vacation rentals near Golden Gate Park - Chinese Pavilion, over 16,870 vacation rentals near Sheraton Fisherman''s Wharf Hotel, over 32,510 vacation rentals near Golden Gate Bridge Tours, and over 32,330 vacation rentals near Hardly, Strictly Bluegrass, and so much more! Experience the best of San Francisco right on your doorstep.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in San Francisco?

    Uncover the perfect home-away-from-home with our diverse selection of vacation rentals in San Francisco. From over 2,370 house rentals, over 10 cottage rentals, over 1,120 condo rentals to over 2,840 apartment rentals, we've got you covered. For even more variety, explore our Airbnb Categories to find the ideal space for your getaway.

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