Waltham, MA Vacation Rentals: condo and apartment rentals & more

Discover a selection of 500 vacation rentals in Waltham, MA 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 parking and WiFi. Prices start at $82 per night, and condos and houses are popular options for a stay in Waltham. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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History awaits in Waltham

Waltham is surrounded by the elegant estates of erstwhile American tycoons, and its important industrial past still oozes from every crack and crevice in its aged redbrick factories. It was here that the American watch and clock industry found its epicenter, and where the US labor movement gained momentum. These days, the town pulses with an edgy, student vibe. Waltham vacation rentals pepper lively nightlife strips like Moody Street, or pop up along the pretty banks of the Charles Riverwalk, all offering a glimpse at one of Massachusetts' enticing, lived-in backwater towns.

Things to do

Watches and regal estates in Waltham

While the hedonistic strips of Moody Street beckon in the evening, it would be timely to tick off the Waltham Watch Museum before you head off sipping craft beers and sake. It's there that you can trace the past of the industry that put this town on the map some centuries ago, and get a grip on how all those elegant mansions and estates managed to pop up on the outskirts of town. And talking of historic houses, the likes of Gore Place and the Lyman Estate are simply not to be missed.

Activities

Indulging in the Waltham vibes

Waltham has become something of a bohemian hub; a place fueled by the creative output of its resident students. Just take the vibes of Moody Street, where arthouse cinemas rub shoulders with sleepless cabaret bars and cutting-edge Japanese sushi-sake joints. Or, hit the Charles Riverwalk in the summer evenings to mingle with the locals and chat about the latest events in the long-running Concerts on Waltham Common festival. You can top that all off with a medley of orchestral performances, academic lectures, and National Historic Landmarks to wow the eye.

Weather

Avoid winter hibernation in Waltham

Like the rest of north-central Massachusetts, Waltham has cold winters and warm summers. Most travelers flock to the town for the latter, between June and August, when the al fresco beer bars of Moody Street and the green spaces of the riverside parks are packed with revelers. This is also the best time to survey the elegant mansion houses and their manicured grounds on the outskirts of the city. That said, springtime in May can also be a beautiful time to come, and has some truly wallet-friendly Waltham vacation rentals to boot.

Natural features

Survey Boston from Waltham's hills

It's possible to cast your gaze out as far as the sprawling city of Boston if you clamber to the tops of Prospect Hill Park on the north side of the city. Meanwhile, for a taste of the wilder side of Massachusetts, it's certainly worth looking for Waltham vacation rentals near the rolling wetlands and muddy mountain biking trails, the dense woods, and wriggling hiking tracks of the Beaver Brook North Reservation. There are also bird-spotting enclaves clutching the edge of the Charles River to the west.

How to get there

Traveling to and around Waltham

The nearest airport is in Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field), located 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.), which is 11.5 mi (18.6 km) away.

If you'd rather travel by train, make your way to Waltham Station or Waltham Brandeis-Roberts Station to see more of the city.

How many vacation rentals are available around Waltham, MA?

Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 736 vacation rentals around Waltham. From 518 condo and apartment rentals to 163 house 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 Waltham?

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

Brandeis University: 860 vacation rentals
Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation: 857 vacation rentals
Waltham Brandeis-Roberts Station: 846 vacation rentals
Bentley College: 887 vacation rentals
National Archives at Boston: 894 vacation rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Waltham 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 Condos/Apartments in Waltham?

Yes, of course. Vrbo has 518 Condos/Apartments in Waltham. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Waltham include:

Houses: 163 rentals available
Studios: 474 rentals available
Townhouses: 14 rentals available

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

Can I find a vacation rental with pool in Waltham?

Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 60 vacation rentals with pool available in Waltham. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.