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 stars3 weeks 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, 106 reviews

2 Bedroom Modern Apartment in Downtown U4

JenniferRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Great place especially given the price being much lower than other options. Kitchen was relatively well equipped but might feel limiting for a longer stay. Would absolutely stay here again!
Top guest favorite
Apartment in Alameda
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Lovely apartment in Victorian home

ChrisRating, 5 stars1 week 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 =]
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Apartment in North Berkeley
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews

North Berkeley Garden Private Apt

TamiRating, 5 stars1 week 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 Berkeley
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews

Walk to campus

GuyRating, 5 stars8 months ago
Had a great time staying here! It's a nice apartment, fairly spacious and well decorated (and many many books). The location was awesome and the highlight. You get a great view of the bay + SF from the hills. It's also close to both nice hikes and the university.
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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, 122 reviews

Garden Apartment in Berkeley

BethRating, 5 stars3 weeks 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!
Guest favorite
Apartment in San Anselmo
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

'A Suite’ - BANK STREET FLATS - San Anselmo

MarilynRating, 5 stars1 month 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 stars1 week 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 stars2 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, 199 reviews

Waterfront Marin Retreat with Pool & Hot Tub

NealRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
My family (parents, grandparents, and kids) stayed at this great waterfront home in March 2025. My kids loved the heated pool, hot tub, and kayak! We liked the well appointed kitchen and having lots of space to spread out across the five bedrooms. The only downside is that’s it’s a bit on the well used side and could use touch-ups here and there and one bedroom is a loft so we had to be aware of the noise level downstairs. That didn’t stop us from having a great time and using this as our jumping off point to the city (15-30 min depending on traffic) or North Bay for hiking, oysters, and wine.
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Guest suite in West Portal Park
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 489 reviews

Cozy Garden Unit with All Amenities

AlexRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Checkin was easy. The space was clean. The bathroom exceeded my expectations - spacious walk-in shower, good water pressure, and the toilet had a bidet. We cooked dinner one night and found the hot plate and limited pots and pan to be enough for a simple meal. We also used the washer/dryer. This is listed in the listing I believe, but the dryer had a hard time drying a load of socks and a few tshirts. Bed was comfy, nothing fancy. Overall a great stay! We took the bus a few times and was only a 7-8min walk.
Guest favorite
Home in Noe Valley
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews

Noe Valley entire guest suite overlooking downtown

ShaynaRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Safe and clean San Francisco spot Veronica was very responsive and we felt very comfortable.
Guest favorite
Home in Half Moon Bay
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

2 bedrooms house with sauna

BethRating, 5 stars1 week 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, 116 reviews

Entire Private Coastal Retreat - Spectacular Ocean

NoshinRating, 5 stars3 weeks 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.
Top guest favorite
Home in Stinson Beach
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews

Stinson Beach Retreat

SarahRating, 5 stars1 month ago
This place is a cozy little gem of a find that it walking distance from the beach! Loved everything about this place - especially the fireplace that was nice to have on rainy/cold nights. Will absolutely come back again!

Homes in San Francisco

Top guest favorite
Home in Oakland
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Beautiful Home. Gorgeous Views. Five Bedrooms.

JenniferRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Bill was a very accommodating host, especially for our family members with disabilities. The house was very intentionally welcoming, with lemons on display from the house lemon trees, coloring books & games. The kitchen is beautiful & spacious to cook up big family meals. We enjoyed walking the neighborhood, taking in the views outside the house & painting outside. Our family of 8, felt like we had plenty of space in our rooms, restrooms, & shared space.
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Home in Willow Glen
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

A City Escape | 3-bedroom home at Willow Glen

RedRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
this was such a pleasant stay overall. the host did a great a job overall all setting out all of the instructions and providing wonderfully delicious coffee. we felt right at home.
Superhost
Home in Berryessa
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

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

LynetteRating, 5 stars2 months ago
We enjoyed our stay at this property! We were traveling on a work trip and this place was big enough to house all of us. We each had our own bed and accommodations were met to our expectations. This house is spacious and really modern! I was a tad disappointed that there was only one TV for all of us, so that was a challenge when we wanted to unwind after work. Other than that highly recommend and will come back if she’ll have us again!
Guest favorite
Home in Daly City
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 348 reviews

Modern Retreat Free Cleaning close to SF

LakonaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
I highly recommend this place! It was perfectly located from the airport, places to shop like Costco, places to visit such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Castro. We ha d a party of 11 and this house accommodated all of us comfortably without feeling congested. Everything was the way it was described. Definitely worth coming back!
Guest favorite
Home in Concord
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

*Designer East Bay Remodel Home*

QinRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Great place for family travel, conveniently located in a quiet and safe neighborhood. There’s a wonderful park across the street. The house is well equipped and spacious, well suited for families!
Guest favorite
Home in Atherton
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 10 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 stars3 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

    8.8K properties

  • Total number of reviews

    411K 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

    470 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 32,510 vacation rentals near Golden Gate Bridge Tours, over 32,330 vacation rentals near Golden Gate Park - Chinese Pavilion, over 33,780 vacation rentals near Fisherman''s Wharf, over 10,770 vacation rentals near Golden Gate Park, and over 16,870 vacation rentals near Sheraton Fisherman''s Wharf Hotel, and so much more! Experience the best of San Francisco right on your doorstep.

  • Are there San Francisco vacation rentals on Airbnb with pools?

    Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 470 vacation homes with pools in San Francisco, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!

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