San Francisco is known for its world-famous attractions, such as Golden Gate Bridge. Cross the remarkable bridge with vaulting arches as you marvel at the awe-inspiring scenery of the San Francisco Bay from your car’s windows. You can also visit the 1,070-acre (433.01-hectare) Golden Gate Park, encompassing rural lakes and verdant meadows, to relax and enjoy picnics with your family. Another notable destination in the city is Alcatraz Island, which carries a notorious past as a military prison and a maximum security federal penitentiary that confined several of the society’s biggest convicts back in the day. This is just a small part of everything in store for travelers going to San Franciso, so be sure to allot a few days when you visit. If you need a charming place to stay along the coast, check out this list of the best beachfront Airbnb vacation rentals in San Francisco, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Pet-friendly accommodation for fur parents
Are you a fur parent? If so, feel free to bring your beloved fur buddy aboard in this pet-friendly accommodation. The backyard is fully fenced, so your little ones - furry or not - have ample space to play around.
The rental offers luxury amenities, including a private hot tub for ultimate heat therapy after a day out on the beach. The pristine shores are only a few paces away from this oceanfront property. Luxury mattresses are also installed, so guests can get a restful slumber at night.
San Francisco, California, United States
851 meters (0.6 ft) from San Francisco ZooSuperhost
Accommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
comfortable beds pretty view out the front windows sun sets right theregreat comfortable beds nice sauna shower downstairs hot tub and backyard for sitting out / bbq etcHost:
alex was a super hostlesley was very responsive and accommodating with our check in/check out timeshe was super responsive as wellvery responsive and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to oceanbeautiful beach location with a responsive hostessgreat location for beach life and getting around cityvery comfortable and stunning locationsuper close to some great places for family takeout and we got delivery as well
2. Lovely urban oasis with a private hot tub (from USD 795)
Soak your cares away in the private hot tub of this lovely urban oasis. This accommodation is idyllically positioned across the street from Ocean Beach and Great Highway Park. Head to the pedestrian-friendly Great Highway on weekends for a morning jog or stroll and catch the stunning sunrise across the ocean.
This beachfront property has a sleek kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a wooden dining area overlooking stunning natural scenery through the picture windows. Outside, you will find a rustic bar for chilling.
San Francisco, California, United States
2.12 km (1.4 mi) from San Francisco ZooAccommodates: 10
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
cozy house w lovely viewthe living room was comfortable and the wifi worked greatgeorge's home has fantastic views and is very comfortablethe common space was perfect and comfortable for our size groupthe view and ocean breezes are amazing the house is both stylish and comfortableCleanliness:
the house was clean and very comfortablethe house was clean and beautiful there were plenty of games towels and other suppliesthe house was extremely neat clean and comfortablehis property is well maintained clean and george’s communication and hospitality is fantasticgeorge's house was nice clean and everything we wanted for our stay in san franciscoHost:
george was a fabulous host with quick responses to my inquirieshe was definitely a gracious host and i would recommend him in the futurehad a great time and george was a very good hostgeorge was responsive and accommodating and clearly cares about his guests' experiencesour host was great to work with and the house was very cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location and wonderful housegreat location for a family with childrenthe location is excellent so long as you don't need quick access to downtownwonderful location and welcoming surf shackfirst the place and location are very nice and pictures accurately represent it
3. Spacious rental with parking
Guests who drive will appreciate the free residential garage on the premises allocated for those who book a stay here. You can also use the EV charger if you have an electric vehicle. That aside, this home offers immediate public beach access for sunbathing.
When not swimming on the beach, relieve your sore muscles in the rental’s private hot tub. Share this property with your well-behaved pets to avoid the stress of leaving them behind back home.
As per house policy, guests are requested to observe quiet hours between 9:30pm and 8am to respect the neighbors and keep a peaceful environment during sleeping hours.
San Francisco, California, United States
1.97 km (1.3 mi) from San Francisco ZooAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
unless the kitchen is properly stocked and made at least barely attractive decor-wise i don’t recommend this listingCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable roomsthe place was super clean when we arrivedsandy’s place was clean and comfortablethe house was extremely clean and cozygreat home clean welcoming and comfortableHost:
great host and a great homeshe was friendly and responsiveand our host sandy is responsive and quick to address questions and concernssandy was very welcoming and responsive and answered all the little random questions i hadthe owner was responsive enough for us to get into the houseRead more reviewsLocation:
we absolutely loved the house and locationclose to the beach and a beautiful neighborhoodthe location is perfect away from the downtown craziness and near to the beachgreat location near the beach and walkable to great shops and restaurantsthis was a perfect location for our stay
4. Private room for a romantic getaway
Perfect for a romantic getaway, this private room is in a bright and airy flat across the street from Ocean Beach. The living room and kitchen are communal spaces shared with all the tenants in the three guestrooms, while the bathroom is only shared with another guestroom.
You will have the entire room to yourself. A unique door code is given for each room, so you should not worry about safety and privacy. Guests also share access to the expansive yard with a grill and patio furniture for cookouts and al fresco dining.
San Francisco, California, United States
1.65 km (1.1 mi) from San Francisco ZooAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apt is so beautiful and with a beautiful sunset viewthe location and the views from the living room were greati also cannot rave enough about how comfortable the bed / pillows werevery relaxed cozy clean spacious and with a beautiful view airbnbCleanliness:
all around needed a deep cleanvery nice and clean apartmentoverall the place was extremely clean and accessibleour bedroom was cleanthe place is nice clean and overall just a wonderful experience for meHost:
charney was super helpfulcharney is a great host very responsivethis host is great and i would definitely recommendthe host responded quickly and was very friendlyperfect host with a great apartmentRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location and a great set upgreat place for beach loversthis place is super comfortable and a perfect locationgreat simple spot in a peaceful beach-walking location at the tip of the cityif you need a room in the area it's the best option overall for location + price
5. Cozy studio on the Great Highway (from USD 108)
This cozy studio prides itself on being the only rental directly situated along the iconic Great Highway and the gorgeous beach. Take the chance to walk on the promenade with the ocean scenery as your picture-perfect backdrop.
Besides its prime location, this rental boasts a massive backyard with a 50-foot (15.24-meter) pine tree and clover lawn, perfect for immersing yourself in nature and unwinding on long afternoons.
Further, workcationers are free to use high-speed Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace to stay productive. This rental is well-suited for couples as well.
San Francisco, California, United States
840 meters (0.6 ft) from San Francisco ZooAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the heater helps during the cold days toothe bed had to have the softest mattress i’ve felt and had a beautiful backyardoh and the bet and blankets are warm and so comfortablewe def got our steps in and had a comfortable place to stay and watch some tvCleanliness:
the place was nice and cleanHost:
lesley was very friendly and quick to answer any questions we hadthey were very helpful and responsivehosts were extremely polite and helpfulthe hosts are so friendly and accommodatinglesley was a great host and we had a lovely time staying at her spaceRead more reviewsLocation:
great location easy to get to and plenty of nearby parkingperfect location for one wanting to stay on the outskirts of the city near the beachgreat location clean and close to all the essentialsgreat location comfortable bed and easy parkingwalking to golden gate park was easy from the area but most other attractions were pretty far away
6. Starship House (from USD 266)
Starship House offers a quirky base where you can meet new people and socialize. This is where residents usually gather, so you can expect to make new friends while here. The property is patterned after a starship with creative decor and colorful tones.
As soon as you arrive, you will be greeted by an artfully designed impromptu garage frontage. Once you step inside, you will witness ship installations in the living room. This rental is truly unique and is just steps away from Sunset Beach and Golden Gate Park.
San Francisco, California, United States
1.13 km (0.7 mi) from San Francisco ZooAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
furniture and beds are comfortablebeds were very comfortablethe place is a very standard 3 bedroom / 1 bath and is perfectly comfortableCleanliness:
everything was clean when we walked in not a single issuethe house is spacious and airy clean lots of tv channelsHost:
the managers are responsivewhen we have questions jim was very kind to help usshort walk to the beach the on site manager was helpful and friendlyhost was responsive and sorted it and we had a good stay at the apartmentthe house was perfect size for our family and kimmy was a very responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
this was a great location for our family’s trip to san franciscobus lines were great from therelocation was amazing just 3 blocks away from the beachgreat location plenty of parking spaces near by love the decoration and great communicationclose to the beach and great restaurants and shops
A sunny day in San Francisco
Do you dream of waking up to the sound of the waves lapping on the shores and ending the day catching the beautiful sunsets across the ocean? If so, a coastal home is definitely for you. San Francisco offers several accommodations to enjoy sunny days on the beach. Make your trip one for the books by staying in one of the best beachfront Airbnb vacation rentals in San Francisco, California.
History
Get Trip101 in your inbox
Unsubscribe in one click. See our Privacy Policy for more information on how we use your data
Create an account to