Riverside, CA Vacation Rentals: house rentals & more

Discover a selection of 376 vacation rentals in Riverside, CA that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and private pools. Prices start at $150 per night, and houses and condos are popular options for a stay in Riverside. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed May 2021

Amazing from start to finish. Perfect for our Destination Wedding. The icing on the cake

A perfect way to have a home away from home for our son's destination wedding. Our host worked with us through COVID and 3 date changes. The property was gorgeous. Everything was spotless and well maintained. We were able to decorate for the rehearsa...

Stayed May 2021

CBU Commencement stay in Riverside

Great location for our son’s CBU commencement! (1.5 miles away) We had exactly what we needed at this immaculately kept property! Plenty of comfy beds, extra blankets, pillows, towels, shampoo and conditioner, hair dryer, and hand soap. (Need to pro...

Stayed Apr 2021

Absolutely amazing!

This property was extremely clean upon arrival. The house was fresh and nice music playing. There were lots of tags around stating what is where which was helpful. The owner has lots of things around that you can use in case you forgot your own. Each...

Stayed Apr 2021

Easy and fun

This property is exactly as advertised and the experience outperformed our expectations. Paul was an excellent remote host - all details about arriving and checking in were clearly written and he responded to me quickly on the couple of questions I h...

Stayed Apr 2021

Lovely location, but not COVID-friendly nor politics-free

The property is truly lovely, with a great pool and a cool home. The internal/external speakers work well and everything was really easy. We had seven people and fit comfortably in the home, spending most of our time cooking and enjoying the hot tub....

Stayed Mar 2021

Perfect vacation venue

We were eager for a warm peaceful spring break getaway, and we found it in this paradise spot. Plenty of space for two adults and young child. Immaculate grounds that remind you of a resort. Angie was so responsive during the entire process. We’re de...

Stayed Jan 2021

Beautiful property

The highlight of this property is the backyard! It is a huge garden with a spectacular pool. You will feel you are in a green house - succulents, lime trees, dragon fruit...it’s as pretty as it can get. An oasis in dessert. The room sizes are big and...

Stayed Nov 2020

Comfortable and convenient

The owner was great to work with. Very flexible given our timing issues. I didn't realize until we arrived that the train was so close but it didn't put a damper on the stay. Turned out to be a point of humor. Otherwise, the only recommendation is th...

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Destination guide

Riverside is a laid-back, family-friendly spot

Flaunting its handsome Mission Revival architecture, those lanky, S-shaped palm trees, and wide boulevards of Western saloons, Riverside might just be the California you're looking for. Quaint and relaxed, and far from the hustle of Los Angeles, the wealth of family villas and hacienda-style homes is often enough to entice folk searching for Riverside vacation rentals. What's nearby rarely disappoints, with those great swathes of orange groves filtering out along the Santa Ana River, local art museums, historic citrus farms, and the rugged San Bernardino Mountains all making an appearance.

Things to do

See Riverside's Spanish mansions and citrus groves

A stop in the iconic Mission Inn Museum, where the Spanish-styled architecture and curious Mudejar features of the building are unraveled for all to see, is usually a great place to start in Riverside. After that, you could delve into the California Citrus State Historic Park, where some of California's long-lost orange groves are preserved along with the heritage of the industry. And then comes the Box Springs Mountain Reserve and Sycamore Canyon, which both tout biking routes and hiking trails in the looming shadow of the San Bernardino ranges.

Activities

Dusty trails and orange farms in Riverside

You won't have to walk far from the doorways of those Riverside vacation rentals to find the dusty trailheads and mountain biking tracks that pierce into the wild foothills of the San Bernardino Mountains. Nor will you need to search too hard to discover an authentic Californian citrus farm, where the oranges are plucked straight from the trees. More surprising perhaps are Riverside's theme parks, gaming arcades, skate rinks, and cultural centers dedicated to the unique Mission Revival styles of the Inland Empire.

Weather

Hot days and sultry nights in Riverside

Riverside's hot climate dominates for much of the year, with just slightly dropped mercury levels and some rainfall occurring in the winter months of January and February. That means anytime from early spring to fall is perfect for planning that jaunt to this enclave of Los Angeles, with most people searching for Riverside vacation rentals and places to stay along the Santa Ana River sometime between the months of May and September.

Natural features

Riverside sits in the shadow of the San Bernardino Mountains

If there's one defining feature of pretty Riverside, it's the hulking rises of the great San Bernardino Mountains that poke up on the horizon. These are home to cut canyons, gorges, chaparral-covered hills, and some of the region's top recreational spots – Lake Arrowhead, Butler Peak, and the hiking trails of the San Bernardino National Forest. Closer to town is the Box Springs Mountain Reserve, where eucalyptus forests house rare snakes and bobcats in the middle of the urban fray.

How to get there

Traveling to and around Riverside

Fly into San Bernardino, CA (SBD-San Bernardino Intl.), the closest airport, located 11 mi (17.8 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Ontario, CA (ONT-Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.), which is 13.5 mi (21.7 km) away.

If you're traveling by train, make your way to Riverside-Downtown Station or Riverside-La Sierra Station to see more of the city.

How many vacation rentals are available around Riverside, CA?

Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 376 vacation rentals around Riverside. From 309 house rentals to 52 condo and apartment rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.

What are the popular point of interests near where I can stay when traveling to Riverside?

Vrbo offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Riverside. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

California Baptist University: 167 vacation rentals
Kaiser Permanente Hospital Riverside: 184 vacation rentals
University of California-Riverside: 215 vacation rentals
Van Buren Drive-In Theatre: 172 vacation rentals
Galleria at Tyler: 173 vacation rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Riverside listed on Vrbo where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.

Can I rent Houses in Riverside?

Yes, of course. Vrbo has 309 Houses in Riverside. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Riverside include:

Condos/Apartments: 52 rentals available
Cabins: 51 rentals available
Cottages: 48 rentals available

But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Townhouses and more.

Can I find a vacation rental with pool in Riverside?

Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 108 vacation rentals with pool available in Riverside. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.