15 Best Vacation Rentals In Huntsville, AL - Updated 2024

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If you want a firsthand experience of southern hospitality, one of the best places to visit is Huntsville, Alabama. Also known as Rocket City, Huntsville has become one of the most popular places to travel to in the United States. Whether you are on a solo trip or traveling with family or friends, you are bound to have a blast in this amazing city. And if you’re wondering where to stay in Huntsville, you do not have to lodge at expensive hotels. You will find plenty of great vacation rentals in Huntsville, AL to stay in regardless of your needs or budget.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.

1. Private carriage house in quiet neighborhood (from USD 60)

This beautiful property has 1 bedroom, 2 beds and 1 bath with enough room to accommodate 3 guests. Located in a quiet neighborhood, this vacation rental offers you convenient access to the Huntsville/Madison area as well as grocery stores and restaurants. It is completely furnished with a fully-equipped kitchen and offers many amenities including free parking, and even a swimming pool to cool off and relax in.

Huntsville, Alabama, United States
9.89 km (6.2 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
381 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 2 Beds 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great space and has all the necessary things for a comfortable stay
cable a full kitchen closet couch dining area complementary basket of snacks and personalized welcome letter
good television channels and the use of a washer and dryer made our stay relaxing
the space was comfortable and quiet
nice apartment like setup over a garage
Cleanliness:
clean and spacious
it was clean and we appreciate the cookies and snacks
very clean and felt very safe
room was clean and comfortable
it's clean comfortable and quiet
Host:
hosts were awesome
they are great hosts
friendly hosts as well
albert was a great host
albert is a wonderful host
Location:
very good location and private
great location in a quiet neighborhood
close enough to everything in the city to be convenient but far enough away to relax a little
we would recommend this location for sure
beautiful place great location we would return
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2. Private guest house in central Huntsville (from USD 63)

This 2-bed, 1-bath vacation rental is perfect for 3 guests. It is a beautiful property that is well furnished and offers all of the necessary amenities to ensure your comfort. Amenities include Wi-Fi, cable TV, AC, heater, washer/dryer, and a full kitchen with microwave, stove, oven and refrigerator, just to name a few. Located in central Huntsville, this guest house is a short walk away from downtown Huntsville where you can enjoy superb restaurants and fun events like weekly music and movies in the park, farmers markets, and food trucks with themed events.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
7.25 km (4.6 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
389 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire guesthouse 3 Beds 3 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
apartment looks great just like photos
the bed is amazingly comfortable
full accommodations including a full kitchen washer and dryer big bathroom tv and thoughtful touches
great place to stay furnished with all the amenities required for a very comfortable stay
it is spacious well layed out quiet and comfortable
Cleanliness:
very clean perfect stay
the place was really clean and lovely
the place was clean comfortable and quiet
super clean and perfect location
margaret's place was very clean and comfortable
Host:
host was responsive
a lovely space run by a lovely host
margaret is a great host and very responsive
what a great place and great value very private great host
excellent stay in great neighborhood with very nice host would highly recommend
Location:
very convenient location in a lovely neighborhood
the location is great
a cute little place right next to downtown
this is a great place located in old town very close to downtown
located in a lovely safe quiet old neighborhood very close to central downtown huntsville
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3. Comfortable furnished room for 2 (from USD 35)

This 1-bedroom is an ideal vacation rental for 2 guests. It comes with a simply yet comfortably furnished room, shared bathroom, sitting room and a large dine-in kitchen with all the appliances you need. As the guest rooms are in a separate wing, you can have all the privacy you desire during your stay, along with amenities to keep you comfortable. The property is within a 5-minute driving radius to a neighborhood market, a small health food store, a farmers market and a grocery store.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
4.67 km (2.9 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
75 reviews   Wifi Available
PRIVATE ROOM IN HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
danielle was super responsive and the room was just what i needed on a budget
Cleanliness:
clean bathroom and modern kitchen
very clean and friendly environment
the room was clean with nice comfy bed
danielle was a wonderful hostess and provided clean affordable housing to meet my needs
her place is clean quiet comfortable and conveniently located
Host:
host is vivacious and obviously likes guests
great host and wasn't even there
danielle is a superb host and really makes guests feel at home
danielle is a great host
danielle is a great host
Location:
great location close to good eating spots etc
reminded me of staying with close family or a very close friend
nice location kitchen and common area
great place to stay with easy access to the university district or redstone
the neighborhood is quiet and safe
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4. Cozy rental for 4

This vacation rental is a 2-bedroom/2-bath with enough room for up to 4 guests. It is ideal for families looking for short-term housing and business travelers. This property is located just a few minutes from Research Park and a short drive from Redstone Arsenal, UAH, the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Bridge Street Town Center and the Village of Providence. Amenities include a kitchen with a stove, oven, utensils, refrigerator, coffee maker, and toaster, plus Wi-Fi, TV with Roku, porch with a chair, swing and gas grill, backyard and a small patio with 2 chairs and a table.

Madison, Alabama, United States
5.34 km (3.4 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
118 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
loved it super comfortable with all the amenities you need
Cleanliness:
very clean and updated
just like the pictures very clean and updated
great place super clean nicely decorated
home was clean and very comfortable
the house was clean and conveniently located
Host:
erica is very responsive to any questions and requests
Location:
excellent location close to everything we needed
great house in a wonderful location
great location too thanks erica
this is a cute well kept home in a wonderful location
beautiful house in a great location we will definitely stay here again
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5. Old Town garden cottage near downtown Huntsville

This is a 1-bedroom/1-bath vacation rental perfect for 4 guests. Nestled in the center of Old Town, the cottage is surrounded by gardens in the heart of the city. It is located within walking distance to downtown Huntsville’s restaurants and nightlife. If you are looking for an old-fashioned, comfy and cozy place to stay, this garden cottage is definitely one of the best vacation rentals in Huntsville, AL. Amenities include Wi-Fi, Ethernet connection, cable TV, washer/dryer, and a kitchen with coffee maker, refrigerator, oven, microwave, and dishwasher.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
7.24 km (4.5 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
371 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 1 Bed 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
netflix on a large screen is a nice touch in the living room
the privacy and beauty of this airbnb was outstanding as were the amenities (big screen tv treats etc)
the cottage itself is well apportioned and so very comfortable
large television with cable and excellent wifi
the cottage itself is so lovely and comfortable
Cleanliness:
great communication clean easy check-in
cozy clean and relaxing
the cottage is clean lovely and tastefully decorated
it was immaculately clean and spacious for a cottage
joanna's place is beautiful and sparkling clean
Host:
great home and great host
joanna was the perfect host
joanna was a wonderful host
joanna was a fabulous host
joanna was a great host and very accommodating
Location:
very cute place perfect location
the location is perfect
would definitely choose this location again
walk everywhere because you are in a great neighborhood steps away from downtown
location couldn’t be better
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6. Plush condo for 2 (from USD 45)

If you’re looking for condos in Huntsville, AL for rent, then this listing will interest you. This 1-bedroom/1-bath condo is ideal for 2 guests. Well furnished and comfortable, this vacation rental has everything you need for a great stay. Centrally located, the condo is close to Oakwood University and UAH, Research Park, Bridge Street Town Center, downtown Huntsville and downtown Madison. Amenities include Wi-Fi, TV, washer/dryer, laptop-friendly workspace, free parking, and a full kitchen, to name a few. Breakfast is also provided – a service not all vacation rentals offer.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
3.92 km (2.5 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
296 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE CONDO 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the property is attractive clean quiet centrally-located the wi-fi works great
joshua and chase's place is very lovely and comfortable
it was spotless comfortable bed great internet and had everything i could need
Cleanliness:
a beautifully clean and uncluttered space
very clean and comfortable place
clean and tons of space
the condo was very clean and homey
great space very clean and convenient
Host:
jd was a great host
he's a great host
joshua is a great host that made my stay as pleasant as possible
great stay for the week very hospitable and quick responses
awesome place to stay i ll be highly recommending josh as a super host
Location:
it is an ideal location
great location safe and quiet
great location and comfy bed
close to uah and oakwood university as well as awesome dining
safe neighborhood and easy check in the location was close to grocery stores and restaurants
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7. Luxury cottage for two (from USD 69)

For a romantic holiday in Huntsville, book this luxury cottage for two. Located on a quiet, leafy street, it has a studio set up and has comfy leather chairs, a plush bed, a fireplace, a modern bathroom, a cute dining area and a kitchenette. Outside, soak up the sun on the hammock or go hiking in the nearby trails. The host generously provides bikes and fishing poles for guest use. Downtown Huntsville is just a seven-minute drive away.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
10.08 km (6.3 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
89 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cottage 1 Bed 2 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
this place is absolutely gorgeous beautiful decorated and the 75 inch tv was a huge bonus
she included thoughtful touches everywhere had a well stocked kitchen and comfortable bed
Cleanliness:
spotlessly clean and supplied with necessities
very sweet hostess very clean accommodations
that convenient the studio type accommodations were spotlessly clean and designed with easy maintenance and cleanliness in mind
extremely clean and excellent location
really cozy and extremely clean
Host:
lauralee and her husband were both kind welcoming and helpful from the moment we arrived
this place was amazing lauralee is nicest kindest person
lauralee was very responsive if we needed anything and was great with communication
Location:
the location was perfect quiet neighborhood but close to downtown
the neighborhood is beautiful quiet yet very close to anything you would need
the property is very close to nearly anything that you would like to see in huntsville
super clean great location and nice touches we would definitely come back
lauralee’s cottage is located in a nice quiet and peaceful huntsville neighborhood
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8. Furnished house close to downtown

A couple or two close friends traveling together will enjoy staying at this beautiful house in downtown Huntsville. Several restaurants and shops are at a walking distance from this property. Relax with a cup of coffee on the front porch or spend some time in the backyard. The interior of the house is beautiful and modern with an elegantly appointed living room, two comfy bedrooms, a contemporary bathroom, a furnished dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
7.62 km (4.8 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
61 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
super fast wifi and the large tvs with hulu were great as well
it’s so high tech and the two tvs was much appreciated
Cleanliness:
house has clean towels and extra linens
place was modern and clean and charles was very responsive and accommodating
house was clean well stocked and we would stay here again next time in huntsville
terrific host safe and convenient location sparkling clean and cozy
Host:
charles was an excellent host highly recommend this cozy house if you need
Location:
great location close to downtown huntsville
neighborhood is transitional with no designated parking but location was great
commute to research park was easy
great house perfect for 2 people great location
it was a perfect place to stay
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9. Charming house in the heart of Huntsville (from USD 122)

Very charming and spacious, this house in the heart of Huntsville can easily sleep about eight guests. It has a beautiful yard, a covered porch and a deck from where to enjoy the fresh air. Inside, the decor of the house is chic and comfortable. A dining room, five spacious bedrooms, a furnished living room, a full kitchen, and two modern bathrooms complete the interior of this house. U.S. Space and Rocket Center is a mere 13-minute drive away from this house.

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9.09 km (5.7 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
24 reviews   Wifi Available
House 8 Guests 5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
it was clean cozy and spacious
property was clean and in good shape
incredible clean very safe spacious and affordable
it is clean comfortable and very well located
Host:
the home owner was very prompt on any questions i had and the house was well kept and clean
Location:
located close to resturants attractions and stores
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10. Stylish and family-friendly villa (from USD 110)

If you’re traveling with children or extended family, consider booking this stylish villa. The screened-in porch is the highlight of this property; it is very well-decorated and has ample seating too. Inside, there are three elegant bedrooms, two chic bathrooms, a spacious living room, a beautiful kitchen, and a dining area. Your kids will love running around in the large yard of the property. Downtown Huntsville is a short drive away.


9.97 km (6.2 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
21 reviews   Wifi Available
House 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the chandelier fan and wall fireplace was very unique
lots of room and a comfortable setting
Cleanliness:
this home was clean and spacious
Location:
great location and neighborhood
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11. Simple budget-friendly home in medical district

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom home accommodates up to six guests and is a great choice if you are looking for home rentals in Huntsville, AL. It is a simple, minimal home located in an established neighborhood. What makes it appealing is that it is a budget-friendly space. The house is a few minutes away from downtown Huntsville as well as many attractions that the city has to offer. Amenities include a kitchen where you can cook your own meals and complete laundry facilities.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
6.78 km (4.3 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
243 reviews  
Entire house 1 Bed 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
also my children enjoyed the wifi
we could not figure out the wifi but the availability of netflix on the tv was nice
the house is comfortable and has a lovely yard for relaxing in the evenings
Cleanliness:
clean and very well furnished
i hope others will be considerate and clean up too
the place is very spacious and clean
make sure to clean up after yourself
simple & no frills old but clean all true
Host:
host was very responsive
jason was a great host and very responsive
the place was exactly as described and the host communicated very well
he was even kind enough to work with us on pricing when we couldn’t afford much
jason was very professional and responsive i would recommend him to anyone
Location:
great location to swimming center
great location for visiting uah
great location and comfortable space
great location and very nice
great location also as it’s right downtown near the hospital
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12. A spacious cottage in Research Park

This is a single level, completely remodeled private home in Research Park with 3 bedrooms, 4 beds and 2 baths that can accommodate up to 6 guests. It offers more privacy, room and amenities than a hotel. This vacation rental is conveniently located close to U.S. Space and Rocket Center, Bridge Street Town Center, Redstone Arsenal, UAH, Huntsville International Airport, Huntsville or Madison Hospital, and much more. Among the great amenities is a 55” 4K smart TV, and a newly remodeled kitchen where you can cook delicious food if you don’t feel like venturing out.

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Madison, Alabama, United States
5.07 km (3.2 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
117 reviews  
Entire house 4 Beds 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we enjoyed dublin outdoor pool and playing fields and the space museum was well worth a visit
i travel to huntsville mostly for work and so appreciated the extra room to spread out
the color scheme of the home is so inviting and the beds are amazing
plenty of kitchen utensils great yard space in a nice area close enough to the highway
thoughtful touches in every room
Cleanliness:
extremely clean & comfortable
everything was very clean
clean updated and comfortable
very clean great communication relaxing space and great neighborhood
house was also clean and very tidy
Host:
owner was very responsive
they were the best host
rachel was a great host and very accommodating
rachel is a responsive and thoughtful host
wonderful place and great host
Location:
location was awesome as it was close to everything
close to attractions and conveniently located near highways
the location was close to our main attraction
very close to supermarkets as well great location overall
we loved the location
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13. Heart of Huntsville sparkling bungalow

Looking for a luxurious vacation rental to enjoy your stay in Huntsville? This 2-bedroom/2-bath bungalow will not disappoint. Decorated with mid-century pieces combined with all the modern conveniences you need for a comfortable stay, this charming property is close to Early Works, craft breweries, restaurants, shops and Huntsville Hospital. Amenities include 2 smart TVs, 1 TV with Roku, Wi-Fi, bed and bath essentials, washer/dryer and a fully-equipped kitchen where you can cook your own meals if you so desire.

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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
8.7 km (5.5 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
79 reviews  
Entire bungalow 3 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

14. Luxury rental complete with outdoor kitchen

This 1-bedroom, 2-bed vacation rental comes with a private bath and is perfect for 2 guests. It is well furnished and beautifully decorated to give you luxury and comfort during your stay in Huntsville. You can have access to the full outdoor kitchen and swimming pool for relaxing outdoors, along with a host of other great amenities. What is great about this property is that it is located near some of the top things to do in Huntsville, like Davidson Space and Rocket Center, Von Braun Center, University of Alabama Huntsville (UAH), Redstone Arsenal, downtown Huntsville and a number of other popular sites in the city.

Huntsville, Alabama, United States
7.81 km (4.9 mi) from U.S. Space & Rocket Center
60 reviews  
Private room in house 2 Beds 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the pool and back patio were a wonderful treat
i enjoyed visiting with the family on the patio and the outdoor kitchen was fantastic
i enjoyed the access and use of the outdoor kitchen and grill
a dip in the pool is a great way to end a busy day
room was extremely comfortable and quiet
Cleanliness:
nice clean room nice house nice clean bathroom
everything was really clean
a very clean and comfortable room and great big bathroom was great space
great place clean pretty and well located
the private room and bathroom were spacious and we appreciated all the special touches
Host:
good and helpful host
they are professional hosts and made me feel very welcome
jane and family were great hosts
jane and her family were wonderful hosts
they were warm welcoming and kind
Location:
a great location and a very reasonable price
great location quiet peaceful and safe neighborhood
the location of this airbnb was perfect for my needs
i would highly recommend this location
i highly recommend a stay at this location
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These are but a few of the best accommodations in Huntsville, that you can book on your next trip to Alabama. Not only are these vacation rentals at close proximity from the city center, but they also have all the amenities and bells and whistles of a luxury hotel!

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