7 Best Vrbo Vacation Rentals In San Diego's Del Mar, California

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Right next to Mexico and a part of San Diego County, Del Mar is a popular Pacific seaside resort in the state of California. The city is also known for the Del Mar horse races that are hosted every summer. This makes the city a popular destination for Hollywood stars and famous actors, making the metropolis even more attractive to tourists. In this fun city, with lots of entertaining activities, you may find a fully-grown hotel business. However, our team here in Trip 101 has found for you the best Vrbo accommodations in San Diego’s Del Mar, California, so you may find the one most suitable for you and have an unforgettable holiday. Let’s go!

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 March 13, 2023.

1. A great family bungalow (from USD 269)

Just two minutes’ away from the beach, Turtle’s Retreat offers a comfortable house for four people, with a full kitchen, garage space and a private yard. The owners offer equipment for the beach, such as chairs and toys for the children, making it an ideal choice for families or companies of surfers. The owners have added a little extra for children since in the garage there is a box full of toys!

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125 reviews   Wifi Available
House 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The kitchen is well stocked for cooking
We like to cook and found the kitchen well stocked with cooking utensils and pans
We loved being able to walk the beach with our coffee in the morning and then back in the evening to watch the sunset
Cleanliness:
It is clean quiet and
The property is very thoughtfully appointed and everything we needed was there
the cottage was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for a relaxing beach house stay
Host:
We had a great mini vacation there
Property management was very friendly and easy to work with
The house was very well appointed and came with all the beach equipment you would need Just show up and start having fun Would definitely stay here again
We love how close it is to the beach and appreciate that it comes with a wagon and chairs for carting everything
The home is in an excellent location property owners were awesome to work with Will stay again
Location:
This is a nice little beach house in a great location
Ideal location close to beach and easy walk to town Loved it
The property is conveniently located and we were able to walk to many places
It really is just a few house off the beach
Loved this little spot Very quiet neighborhood with close beach access and not far from bars/restaurants Brenda was very accommodating and easy to work with
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2. Duplex close to the beach (from USD 284)

This duplex is super comfortable and clean since the owners pay extra attention to the decoration and while receiving their guests. The house offers everything so you can travel light, from a hair dryer to a washing machine and of course a fully equipped kitchen. Furthermore, there are all the equipment needed if you have small children with you either in the house or at the beach, including carts and picnic tables!

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101 reviews   Wifi Available
House 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Bathroom is tight but worked for the three of us
it was well appointed with comfortable seating and beds
The cottage and the private quaint yard was lovely
It was big enough for our family of four and included everything we needed
The outside shower and hoses were an added bonus to get off any remaining sand
Cleanliness:
Octopus Hideaway was everything I hoped it would be - clean and comfortable with pleasant decor and a lovely outdoor area
Not only was the property clean
Host:
skim boards and boogie boards available to us was really great for evening trips to the beach
We loved having the beach gear to use (beach blankets towels chairs toys for the kids boogie boards
We arrived to the house earlier than anticipated
I can't say enough positive things about our experience
Everything we needed for the beach was supplied and in good condition Short easy walk to beach Friendly and responsive managers
Location:
Location is incredible with wonderful restaurants and beautiful beaches within walking distance
Nice place Poseidon and Jakes restaurants with in walkingdistance
Brenda has the perfect location for a beach getaway
The house is a very quick and safe walk to the beach with plenty of crosswalks to choose from
Beach is a quick walk from the cottage
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3. A cozy villa just near the beach (from USD 276)

The location of this villa is excellent, since it’s almost 100 meters (328 feet) from the beach and centrally located in the Del Mar area, near the race track and the Golf Fair Grounds. The house is pet-friendly and it is very comfortable in general. One of the best parts of the property is the ability to enjoy the sunset from the open space in front of the house. The manager of the property is always available to help should any problem arise.

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125 reviews   Wifi Available
condo 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The condo is spacious and immaculate; looks and feels brand new
The condo itself is bright and roomy and so much cleaner than expected for a beach place that allows dogs
There was plenty of room for our family of 4
The condo was well stocked and the beds were very comfortable Brenda
parking a view and comfortable sleeping arrangements with a nice living space to relax
Cleanliness:
It was very clean and bright
It was also very clean
super clean bathrooms are newly renovated & sheets/beds were
The location can't be beat and the condo was clean bright and provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay
We were very comfortable with our teenage daughter and doggy at this clean bright and nicely set up condo
Host:
Mrs Brenda Sampiere was very attentive and helpful to me with booking correspondence welcoming me in personally and assisting me with my many questions Great management
Owners accommodated us well with specific items to assist a baby and small child
We are quite familiar with the area
Every amenity we needed was available And a lovely touch was when I let Brenda know one of the boogie boards was not in great shape
the manager made sure all are needs were met and was available if we needed her Hope to return here again in the future
Location:
Great location to get to beach
The location is the Best - just a few blocks to Dog Beach for dog romping and for watching beautiful sunsets Close by are Del Mar downtown and El Cedro shopping area for browsing
My family of 4 plus little dog really enjoyed this place
The location is perfectly situated steps from the beach a very short walk to the dog beach easily walkable to the SD Fair/racetrack and an easy 10 minute walk into town
The location is also great for driving to the best shopping/dining places in the area
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4. A quiet condo by the beach (from USD 250)

In a quiet street, just two minutes’ away from the beach of Del Mar, you will find the Seahorse Cottage. A great option for families with one or two children, since there is a private yard for lunch and dinner and a whole set of beach gear for everyone in the family! The house is really comfortable and has all the equipment needed. However, you just need to be aware that you may find the bathroom a bit small for four people.

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93 reviews   Wifi Available
House 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
If you have teenage girls who like to primp the bathroom might be a challenge
and we never needed the car
a quiet nights sleep is assured Property managers responded quickly to any questions and were kind enough to leave small welcome gifts for our children
No need to pack up a car to get to the beach is a HUGE deal with little kids - and a full kitchen for meals and separate rooms
All the beach top notch amenities
Cleanliness:
The property was in perfect condition and exactly as advertised
The cottage was clean and cheery and the yard was beautifully maintained and private
The decor was lovely and everything was maintained to a great standard
Host:
Brenda was more than accommodating with check in/out
The owner Brenda was really helpful
We had a wonderful quick getaway to Del Mar at the seahorse cottage
Brenda was very responsive with helping us prepare for the stay-
Communicating with Brenda and her team was extremely easy and they were super responsive
Location:
Very conveniently located a short block away from the beach
Perfect little beach cottage Brenda
This location can not be beat- very close to the beach restaurants and parks
The short walk to Powerhouse Park and playing in the waves was so fun
The neighborhood is quiet and a great backyard to enjoy coffee or wine
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5. Cozy one-bedroom apartment next to the beach (from USD 150)

This one-bedroom apartment is an ideal choice for a couple’s getaway for a few days. The house has a private entry and then a private patio where you can enjoy your coffee. The king size bed and the fully equipped kitchen cover all the basic needs and the fireplace is available to warm you after a full day at the beach! The flowers and the plants all over make the atmosphere a bit more romantic.

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101 reviews   Wifi Available
Apartment 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 4
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Four stars because stairs are a challenge for getting luggage down to apartment
so comfortable Hated to leave
The bed was super comfortable and the bedding was just cozy
The apartment is in the basement
The apt was very comfortable
Cleanliness:
The apartment is impeccably kept so inviting and
It is very clean and comfortable; we had everything we needed for our stay
Host:
However she remained very available and alert to any questions
Mimi was super helpful and flexible
The owner Mimi is always available to help
so beautiful Del Mar was a welcomed change
So close to the bluffs beach and Del Mar
Location:
About a 20 minute walk to Torrey Pines and 10 minutes to Del Mar Village
Easy walk to Del Mar restaurants
The city is quaint and has several great restaurants
so the amazing views are just a 30 second stroll away Easy access to Solana Beach Coaster train Balboa Park and downtown
Her location is too die for Delmar
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6. Two-bedroom condo, a few steps from the beach (from USD 275)

This condo is a great option for two couples taking a vacation together since it has two large bedrooms and two full baths and it’s right on the beach. The kitchen is fully renovated and has granite all over, alongside a wood-burning fireplace. There is also a private garage for the guests’ cars. The house is next to the Del Mar Racetrack, should you want to leave the beach and try something different. So, take your best mates and go on a fun vacation.

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134 reviews   Wifi Available
condo 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The apartment was just like the pictures Very comfortable and lovely
The beds are comfortable and everything you need is supplied
The condo was nice and clean with everything you need to cook with
It was clean modern and had everything we needed to be comfortable
Very very nice time was had by 2 adults their 2 adult children and 1 son-in-law
Cleanliness:
This property was everything as described and more
Very Clean Loved the couches
Host:
well stocked and soooo close to the beach
An elevator greeted us and that started all the positive benefits of this Del Mar rental
Property was nice as well as location
We appreciated the beach towels chairs umbrellas and boogie boards too
Comfortable clean newly redone unit Highly recommend
Location:
This condo is perfectly located blocks from the beach and a short walk to many great restaurants and shopping in Del Mar
Ideal location toward the north end of Del Mar literally just steps to the beach Easy access to Del Mar and Solana Beach
The beach was a 5-minute walk from the property and restaurants and shopping were abundant within a short drive
Just steps from the beach Condo is well stocked and immaculate
The condo is perfect for days at the beach and is close to great restaurants and freeways
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7. Bungalow with modern amenities (from USD 334)

This small one-bedroom beach bungalow is just a few seconds away from the white sandy beach of Del Mar. It has a queen size bed and a fully equipped kitchen. The small patio has a barbeque and a cocktail table and of course the Wi-fi is available everywhere. The owners have provided everything, even beach gear such as surfboards, a cooler, an umbrella, even frisbees! It is a perfect choice for a young couple or two best friends visiting Del Mar.

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Del Mar, CA, US
45 reviews  
bungalow 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The bathroom shower curtain had mold on it
worked great and bungalow has own parking space - really
wide travels a comfortable bed and plenty of space to put your (too much
Wonderful time wish mother was not having a hot flash
There was no space inside the kitchen cabinets for anything we brought
Cleanliness:
Just clean your house and take care of the property like a business
Host:
He has so many travel books
He was super easy to communicate with and was most helpful
Jeffrey made us feel welcomed and gave us a quick overview of the house
Jeffrey was the perfect host giving us a warm welcome when we arrived
The owner was very accommodating promptly replying to messages and questions
Location:
the train a soft murmur in the distance and downtown eateries a quick walk up Coast Blvd
Location is unbeatable Across a quiet street to the beach and easy walking distance to Del Mar restaurants
5 Star based on location and comfort easy walk to beachGreat home library Netflix and Amazon prime availability
This property is very conveniently located a block from the Del Mar beach and in walking distance to restaurants in the main part of Del Mar
I have never given anything such a bad review
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A quick San Diego getaway at Del Mar

In this beautiful little town, right on the Pacific coast, you may find very beautiful sandy beaches and the opportunity to have a private getaway or mingle with the crowds, whatever suits you best. Maybe you’ll be lucky enough to meet one of your favourite Hollywood stars! Trip 101 has found for you 10 diverse accommodation options through the Vrbo platform so that you can enjoy your stay to its full extent.

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Hello ! I'm Chronis and I'm currently living in Athens, Greece. I love to travel and I would love to share my experience with you.

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