Sharing some stunning San Diego Airbnbs! San Diego, California is so beautiful. I’m a big fan and it’s one of my fav CA vacation spots!
But when you’re hitting up South Mission Beach and Balboa Park and all those other top sights, just where do you stay? Probs a stunning Airbnb.
Whether you are looking for a private room or a whole home experience, there are a ton of cool San Diego Airbnbs to choose from—and that can be tricky.
So, here I’ve listed a few of my fav Airbnbs in this awesome Southern Californian city to give you some much-needed travel inspo. You’ll find just about everything you need to get started below—so check it out!
Best Airbnb: San Diego
Possibly my favorite Airbnb San Diego has to offer, this art studio loft has been renovated for an industrial-chic meets vintage feel.
It's got a reasonable price per night, and the location is close to lots of cool bars and restaurants—you'll never be stuck for a bite to eat!
There's also a large rooftop terrace for you to kick back on and soak up those city views. Yep, this beautiful studio is pretty awesome!
Up to 4 guests // studio // 2 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $89 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Wow! If you like architecture, then check out this amazing place from the outside. Super cool.
One of the best vacation rentals in San Diego, this Ocean Beach property is within walking distance of Voltaire, with all its cafes, restaurants, farmers markets, and—of course—the beach.
Up to 2 guests // 1 bedrooms // 1 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $99 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
This Pacific Beach Airbnb is a stylish house with an outdoor patio. You'll get plenty of sunlight here in an unbeatable location.
Bonus: if you're on a road trip, this is a great Airbnb in San Diego for you, since it's got free parking. Or if you're on a family vacation, this just adds that extra convenience!
Up to 6 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 2 baths. Prices from $261 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Two words: super cute!
Yep, this 1920s one-story Spanish style guest lodging has got to be one of the coolest San Diego Airbnb out there. It is honestly unbelievably amazing. Like I can't stop thinking about how cute this place is.
Get ready to freak out about the bathroom (in a good way). And by the outdoor patio—complete with fountain, of course—where you can dine in the evening or sip coffee in the morning.
Up to 4 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 2 baths. Prices from $172 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Another cute San Diego home, this one is definitely for those of you out there who are into the idea of tiny house living!
This place is all about its bright colors, stylish interiors, genius use of space—and that shared backyard, complete with a Jacuzzi, tiki bar, and firepit.
Up to 3 guests // 2 bedrooms // 2 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $120 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
On your San Diego vacation, there's nothing better than having your own space—and a LOT of it—so how about this Little Italy penthouse?
There's a ton of room filled with high-end fixtures and fittings—from the comfy armchairs of the living room to the well-equipped kitchen—all tied up with INCREDIBLE panoramic views of the city and San Diego Bay.
The location of this top San Diego Airbnb means you'll have bars and restaurants right on your doorstep, but you may have trouble leaving the comfort of this place!
Up to 2 guests // 1 bedrooms // 1 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $245 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Set in North Park just a short walk to Downtown San Francisco, this listing is all about its super relaxed feeling.
With whitewashed walls, crisp white linen, and a whole lot of other muted tones going on throughout, this place is set in a wooden Craftman home.
It's ideal for a couple who want to enjoy a laid-back vacay in San Diego; the kind of place that actually looks like it does in the photos once you arrive.
You'll definitely feel at home! Especially with that outdoor terrace to chill on.
Up to 4 guests // 1 bedrooms // 1 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $96 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
Facing the Pacific Ocean itself, vacation rentals in San Diego don't get much better than this beautiful whitewashed cottage in La Jolla.
Not only is it spotlessly clean and lovingly decorated, but this top San Diego Airbnb also has an amazing view of the sea and is just a 4-minute walk to the beach. You don't get much better than that!
Up to 2 guests // 1 bedrooms // 1 beds // 1 baths. Prices from $215 per night. Check pricing and dates here.
So there you have it guys—those were my travel tips to make sure that your San Diego vacation goes off without a hitch.
How cool are those Airbnbs though?! The tiny home is super cute, and that 1920s Spanish house I just HAVE to book some time there soon. Then again, there’s that awesome loft—those views!
Tag me in your Insta stories and pics and let me know if you stay in a chic room or opt for the luxury of a whole house—it’ll remind me to book a trip to San Diego again myself soon!
FAQs
It is recommended to travel to San Diego from March to May or September to November.
It is recommended to spend at least 3 days in San Diego to really explore what the city has to offer.
Yes, San Diego is a safe city to visit. Be sure to always be aware of your surroundings.
Elise Armitage is an entrepreneur and founder of What The Fab, a travel + lifestyle blog based in California. At the beginning of 2019, Elise left her corporate job at Google to chase her dreams: being an entrepreneur and helping women find fabulous in the everyday. Since then, she’s launched her SEO course Six-Figure SEO, where she teaches bloggers how to create a passive revenue stream from their website using SEO. Featured in publications like Forbes, Elle, HerMoney, and Real Simple, Elise is a firm believer that you can be of both substance and style.
