Best Airbnb San Francisco, California Rentals

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We searched every San Francisco, California neighborhood for the best Airbnb rentals in San Francisco, California…so you wouldn't have to! In this comprehensive San Francisco, California vacation rentals guide, we only recommend the best San Francisco, California Airbnb deals.

The properties we show here were selected based on a combination of the following factors: the number of Airbnb reviews of the property itself, the quality of the host, the location, and its relative comparison to other San Francisco, California Airbnb rentals.

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Well-appointed in San Francisco’s most famous neighborhood, surrounded by restaurants, bars, and art studios. This modern yet simplistic townhouse is thoughtfully decorated with artworks and fitted with carefully curated furniture. The host also donates 3% of your rent to San Francisco / Bay Area art organizations and artists, making this Airbnb a look-good, feel-good rental.

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Who doesn’t dream of coming home to heated floors after a long winter’s day? Or how about a private roof deck to hang on a beautiful summer afternoon? Located in SoMA, known as the land of start-ups and famed for its bounty of new trendy restaurants and bars, the interior of this apartment well befits its neighborhood. Stylish in design with hints of industrial chic, the apartment promises a unique Airbnb experience.

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Located in a family-friendly neighborhood with numerous restaurants, cafes, and shops, this holiday rental is most ideal for big groups and families. Its master suite is one to fight over, enormous with a TV sitting area, an office, a walk-out deck with panoramic views, and a luxurious bathroom. The home is beautifully decorated with an eye for detail, featuring a spacious and fully equipped gourmet kitchen and a serene garden with a heated cabana.

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Situated in a historic house, with an aesthetic you cannot ignore, this Airbnb’s interior retained most of its original charm and architectural details while fitted with all of the modern-day comforts and subtle pop of colors. The home is located in Noe Valley, a family-friendly neighborhood within walking distance to local shops, restaurants, and Whole Foods.

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Located on the top floor of a unique-looking building in Twin Peaks, this Airbnb offers sweeping views of San Francisco city from its bright and airy living room. Minimalistic in design with pops of beautiful colors and is complete with a cozy fireplace. The apartment is well suited for those here on business or those needing to work from home - fitted with laptop-friendly areas, a dedicated work desk with a computer monitor, and reliable internet.

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Surrounded by adorable San Franciscan houses, this charming home is located in a safe and serene neighborhood with the Castro and the Mission within walking distance. Stylishly decorated with vintage accents throughout, this Edwardian-inspired home makes this is place the perfect San Francisco getaway.

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If located within walking distance to the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Mason, Ghiradelli Square and Pier 39 is not enough of a selling point to book this Airbnb then its interiors will seal the deal. Built in the 1920s, the color palette of the home brings a classic fair, well suited to its historical value. Guest will also be able to enjoy the neighborhoods of Union, Chestnut, or Polk Street with its bustling restaurant and bar scene.

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Sitting atop one of San Francisco’s most sought-after neighborhoods, overlooking the city and with an unobstructed vista directly towards Alamo Square Park. The rental is within walking distance to the organic market, some of San Francisco’s most famous local boutique shops, and Michelin Star restaurants. The interior of this Victorian Home truly befits its surroundings, upscale in design and décor with Victorian accents throughout, this home looks like a Pinterest image which you will pin thousand times over.

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Located in Hayes Valley, a true San Franciscan experience does not get any more authentic than this. Nestled in a home built in 1894, this charming apartment blends Victorian features seamlessly with contemporary flair, evoking a sense of old-world charm. The street where it sits hosted the Easter Bonnet parade from 1981 to 1990

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With a cozy and well-decorated bedroom that makes you never want to get out of bed, this well-appointed guest suite is a stone throw away from both MUNI and Bart stops as well as the Balboa Park. Guests will also be able to access the backyard garden directly from the bedrooms for a breath of fresh San Francisco air.

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This eclectic home truly represents the best of an Airbnb experience. Decked with out-of-this-world décor throughout, with a heart-stopping living space, you will no doubt ever find another apartment even remotely close to this in design. This is holiday rental is perfect for those wanting to experience the artistic side of San Francisco.

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Enjoy the best of indoor-outdoor living at this well-appointed guest suite adjacent to Mission Dolores Park, steps away from some of the area's best cafes, bars, boutiques, and public transportation. The living area opens up via lanai doors to a beautiful private cabana and patio with a hot tub. Its interior is beautifully decorated with reclaimed coastal redwood accompanied by thoughtful touches.

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Who needs to travel to the Louvre museum in Paris when Mona Lisa is sitting right in your living room? This cozy apartment is located in the hip Mission District, surrounded by boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants. The most striking feature of this Airbnb is not the Mona Lisa, but its enormous bedroom looking out to the private garden.

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This guest suite is nestled in a picturesque Victorian house, located in Dolores Heights, one of San Francisco’s oldest neighborhoods, known for its dramatic hills. Cheerful and feminine in design with a touch of old-world charm, this Airbnb is the ideal holiday rental for a memorable girls' trip.

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Most suited for a family with young children, this bright and airy Airbnb has a children's room with an organic twin mattress bed and a bo-concept sofa bed. The rental also features a home office space as well as a small patio. Nestled in an Edwardian duplex, the coffee shop is right around the corner, with a grocery store and restaurants within walking distance. This is truly a home away from home.

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Preserving many of its original interior elements from the 1910s, this charming house has a calming color palette along with thoughtfully curated furniture and artwork, perfectly blending the modern with the old-world. Nestled in Inner Sunset, within walking distance to Grandview Park, which boasts an incredible view of both San Francisco and Marin, including the Golden Gate Bridge. The location of this Airbnb is perfect for first-time visitors who are looking for that perfect Golden Gate Bridge shot.

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Boasting a million-dollar city view with an outdoor deck, this chic and modern loft is within walking distance to restaurants, cafes, shops, and public transportations. Bright and spacious in design with a statement-making pink wall contrasting with its dark-themed living area, this Airbnb is perfect for those looking for a unique San Francisco stay.

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With a 1,100-square-foot interior and 11-foot ceilings, this stunning apartment with a slight industrial hint is filled with tastefully selected artworks to complete the atmosphere. The most striking feature has got to be its enormous wooden canopy bed in the master bedroom. Located in the heart of the Mission, surrounded by shops, restaurants, a café, and a Pilates studio next door, this Airbnb is one to remember.

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With an inconspicuous entrance, one would never expect such an interior. Vibrant with an open living room, boasting a 16-foot ceiling with windows all around letting in plenty of natural light, along with a sizeable outdoor deck, this contemporary loft ticks off all kinds of home goals. Located within walking distance to downtown and Moscone center, the home is surrounded by bars and award-winning restaurants as well as public transportations to all parts of the city.

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Decked with artifacts from local San Francisco designers Barry McGee, Katie Gong, Holly Coley, Galanter & Jones, and others, this artistic rooftop suite features a private balcony. Located in the Mission Dolores neighborhood and adjoins the lively Dolores Park, the Airbnb is also within walking distance to many of the area's elevated food purveyors.

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Located along one of San Francisco’s steepest streets, this garden apartment sits on the ground floor of a two-story Victorian cottage built in 1900. Tastefully decorated with a beautiful archway entrance, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, dining space, and a shared garden, making this Airbnb the perfect home away from home.

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Wanting to experience something authentically San Franciscan? Back in the 1930s, this Edwardian house is the original and only house on the hill. After 1 century, although it is no longer the only house in the area, this home never lost its charm. With a private balcony boasting a tranquil setting, this holiday rental is fitted with all comforts of a home.

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One can never say no to a brick wall feature in a dark-themed apartment, featuring other unique elements such as chandelier lamps, original art, and pops of color throughout, this eclectic Airbnb is located in a neighborhood as hip as its interior. You can also easily have a change of environment with a more light-hearted atmosphere while sitting in the beautiful backyard garden.

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Located in the trendy Outer Sunset District, minutes away from the beach and the Golden Gate Park, this thoughtfully laid out Airbnb provides all the modern-day comforts. Cozy and yet spacious, relax and rewind in this quaint little home after a long day of exploring.

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This Airbnb offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to stay in one of San Francisco’s most iconic row of Victorian homes, known as the Painted Lady. The Painted Lady is a symbol of the famous California Gold Rush. Decked in mint green, bringing a sense of peace and serenity, the interior of this holiday rental truly befits its famous exterior. This is a holiday rental not to be missed and one you will be able to boast to friends and families about.

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Located in the safe and convenient neighborhood of Corona Heights, this minimalistic guest suite instantly brings a sense of peace and serenity. The home comes with amenities such as eco-friendly shampoo conditioner, bath soap, and moisturizer from Public Goods, befitting its interiors. Guests will also be able to access the garden outside with heated outdoor furniture.

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Tucked away on a quiet alley, this Airbnb is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life while still being in the heart of San Francisco. Nestled in an Edwardian home built in 1894, its interior is architect-designed, preserving most of its original charm, well-balanced between modern and vintage furniture with its walls filled with contemporary art.

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Modern interior with a touch of Victorian, this contemporary apartment is nestled in a historical home from 1889. The Airbnb features a fully equipped kitchen, an open plan living area, a spiral staircase leading to a loft master suite, and a shared terraced backyard. This rental is a true oasis in the middle of San Francisco city.

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Located on the ground floor of a unique-looking home, this quirky studio features a bed best suited for Austin Powers. Inspired to look like a creative studio, the interior of this 360 sq ft studio is filled with quirky nicknacks to complete the overall ambiance. The neighborhood provides an authentic local experience and is a stone's throw away from restaurants and markets.

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With a view of Mount Sutro, this spacious and simplistic studio offers a homey atmosphere featuring a deck with verdant vistas. Within walking distance to public transports and surrounded by great restaurants, this Airbnb the ideal stay for your trip to San Francisco.