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Top Cities in California

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Los Angeles

Los Angeles
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San Francisco

San Francisco

Our top choices for California houseboats

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1. Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht

Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht
Sausalito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"Incredible trip!"
United States
Corrie H.
The price is AED 1,091
AED 2,041 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht
Marina

2. Cozy Romantic Sailboat Experience, Safe Marina + Walk to Bars, Dining and more!

Cozy Romantic Sailboat Experience, Safe Marina + Walk to Bars, Dining and more!
Marina del Rey
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (74 reviews)
"The place was perfect for what I needed!"
United States
Taylor
Cozy Romantic Sailboat Experience, Safe Marina + Walk to Bars, Dining and more!
Outdoor dining

3. Acqua-suite. Experience luxury on the water in this amazing floating suite.

Acqua-suite. Experience luxury on the water in this amazing floating suite.
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Pet friendly, peaceful location. The Park Mobile lots are free overnight and paid from 7am-10pm. A great little get away spot. "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 984
AED 1,909 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Acqua-suite. Experience luxury on the water in this amazing floating suite.
Property grounds

4. Quaint 1-bedroom house boat in beautiful Sausalito waters

Quaint 1-bedroom house boat in beautiful Sausalito waters
Downtown
Quaint 1-bedroom house boat in beautiful Sausalito waters
Property grounds

5. The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water

The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water
National City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (207 reviews)
"Great getaway location. "
United States
Jerry A.
The West Star Yacht Staycation on the water
Marina

6. Luxury Yacht Stay. A spacious floating getaway awaits you!

Luxury Yacht Stay. A spacious floating getaway awaits you!
Alameda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Romantic getaway! What a unique and beautiful place to stay. Alameda is a fun place to visit. The host is very responsive. Highly recommended."
United States
Daisy
Luxury Yacht Stay. A spacious floating getaway awaits you!
Property grounds

7. A romantic night for couples in the yacht in Marina del Rey, Los Angeles

A romantic night for couples in the yacht in Marina del Rey, Los Angeles
Marina del Rey
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Loved being at the marina and seeing tons of seals right next to us!"
United States
Kristienne G.
The price is AED 1,076
AED 1,442 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
A romantic night for couples in the yacht in Marina del Rey, Los Angeles
2 bedrooms, WiFi (free)

8. Cruisers 3075 Express - Sleeps 4 - Marina Amenities Included

Cruisers 3075 Express - Sleeps 4 - Marina Amenities Included
Chula Vista
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"These people is out to rip people off. They are illegally renting their junk bost in a marina that doesn't allow them to rent for vacations. Nothing was ready for my me and my family. I had to fill up the water on the boat myself, toilet didn't work. There facility toilet is about a quarter miles away. They only gave us one key so if one person leaves no one else can get out. Save your money and run . False advertisements it does not sleeps 8 people barley hodls 5. The toilet stopped flushing...
United States
sam p.
The price is AED 1,127
AED 1,585 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Cruisers 3075 Express - Sleeps 4 - Marina Amenities Included
Interior

9. Gorgeous 95' Super Yacht - your ultimate getaway in Los Angeles

Gorgeous 95' Super Yacht - your ultimate getaway in Los Angeles
Marina del Rey
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The Captain was most gracious. We spent three nights docked in Marina del Rey on a yacht. While on this trip, we also took a short cruise. It was so spectacular. There was a water bus that we took to some shops. Lots of fun. The crew on the yacht were so friendly and attentive to our needs. This was our first time as overnight guests on a yacht. It was a beautiful experience. I highly recommend this type of vacation."
United States
Virginia A.
Gorgeous 95' Super Yacht - your ultimate getaway in Los Angeles
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

10. Romantic Getaway with Sauna, fireplace and great seal watching

Romantic Getaway with Sauna, fireplace and great seal watching
Oakley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Excellent hosts. We loved this stay! "
United States
Jeffry V.
The price is AED 555
AED 1,241 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Romantic Getaway with Sauna, fireplace and great seal watching
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

11. Cute houseboat, amazing location!!! Extremely walkable to restaurants and shops

Cute houseboat, amazing location!!! Extremely walkable to restaurants and shops
Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Property was well maintained. Kimberly and Ryan made sure I knew how things worked on the houseboat that were different from a typical house on land. Great view of the Sausalito hills and harbors. Great Blue Herons and Egrets visited daily! Walking distance to shops, hardware, restaurants, Grocery, and library. Comfey bed and all appliances. Compact yet felt spacious with all of the windows and sunshine pouring in. Top notch communication and troubleshooting from the host. Five Stars"
United States
Rebecca M.
Cute houseboat, amazing location!!! Extremely walkable to restaurants and shops
Marina

12. Getting Nauti - Sausalito, Ca

Getting Nauti - Sausalito, Ca
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Cute and clean houseboat. Mallony was a pleasure to communicate with and quick to respond. The sunrise views from the top of the boat were so beautiful. We even saw a sea lion! Its close proximity to downtown Sausalito made walking around so easy. "
United States
Darla D.
Getting Nauti - Sausalito, Ca
Marina

13. 40 ft Catamaran Boatel w view in Ventura Harbor, Sleeps 6

40 ft Catamaran Boatel w view in Ventura Harbor, Sleeps 6
Ventura Harbor Village
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Meet all of our expectations, we enjoyed our stay, We would definitely come again."
United States
Steve B.
40 ft Catamaran Boatel w view in Ventura Harbor, Sleeps 6
Terrace/patio

14. Magical, Spacious 3 Bedroom Houseboat in Sausalito

Magical, Spacious 3 Bedroom Houseboat in Sausalito
Sausalito
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"A wonderful floating home in an amazing community. Close to hiking, downtown Sausalito and easy to get to San Francisco. We will miss the amazing views, sunrises and sunsets. The hosts were very accommodating and quick to respond. Would highly recommend!"
United States
Teri H.
Magical, Spacious 3 Bedroom Houseboat in Sausalito
Dining

15. Elegant 3-bedroom 3 Bath Floating Home in deep water with amazing bay views!

Elegant 3-bedroom 3 Bath Floating Home in deep water with amazing bay views!
Sausalito
Elegant 3-bedroom 3 Bath Floating Home in deep water with amazing bay views!
Property grounds

16. ♕ Riva Virtus 65' Yacht - "Lamborghini of the Ocean" 🌊 - 4HR Day Trip from Marina Del Ray

♕ Riva Virtus 65' Yacht - "Lamborghini of the Ocean" 🌊 - 4HR Day Trip from Marina Del Ray
Marina Del Rey
♕ Riva Virtus 65' Yacht - "Lamborghini of the Ocean" 🌊 - 4HR Day Trip from Marina Del Ray
Living area

17. House with AC in Elk Grove

House with AC in Elk Grove
Elk Grove
House with AC in Elk Grove
Property grounds

18. Magical 3-bedroom houseboat in Sausalito with kayaks, sauna, and fantastic views

Magical 3-bedroom houseboat in Sausalito with kayaks, sauna, and fantastic views
Sausalito
Magical 3-bedroom houseboat in Sausalito with kayaks, sauna, and fantastic views
Exterior

19. Absolutely Adorable 2-bedroom house boat in Deep Water with Amazing Bay View!

Absolutely Adorable 2-bedroom house boat in Deep Water with Amazing Bay View!
Sausalito
Absolutely Adorable 2-bedroom house boat in Deep Water with Amazing Bay View!
Interior

20. Charming 1-bedroom boat in Long Beach for a unique stay

Charming 1-bedroom boat in Long Beach for a unique stay
Waterfront
Charming 1-bedroom boat in Long Beach for a unique stay
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The room is very clean and location is convenient."
Xue Mei 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Frequently asked questions

How much do houseboats in California cost?
Houseboats in California range between AED 1,241 and AED 2,041 per night. These unique getaways combine on-the-water fun with the comforts you need at an affordable price. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many houseboats are there in California?
Watch life drift by at a tranquil pace when you book one of our 35 houseboat rentals in California.
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