If you are familiar with staying in Airbnbs in California, then you know that there are some really unique accommodations to choose from, such as treehouses and yurts. But another fun way to travel is to stay in a real boat via Airbnb rental, and California has quite a few options available. Here is the top boat Airbnbs in California to help you embrace a nautical lifestyle.
Cozy, Private 38' Waterfront Sailboat, Eureka
Two adults can stay in this boat that’s called The Obsession and have an optional in-bay sail (weather and tide permitting) for an extra $60 per hour. The hosts provide some food and drinks for your stay on the charming Eureka waterfront. There is a small fee for Wi-Fi, and showers are an extra fee too and a few docks away. There is a simple flush toilet onboard the boat and also full bathrooms onshore.
Float Like a Boss, Sacramento
Six people can stay at this highly rated boat Airbnb rental and have their own two bedrooms, a kitchen with appliances, a dining table with seating, a living room, and a guest bathroom with a shower. This boat does not allow pets. However, the hosts provide free parking, Wi-Fi, snacks, and beverages. One bedroom has a queen-size bed, and the other has two single beds.
Catalina Private Charter, Avalon
On this charter boat, you can depart from Los Angeles and stay overnight on Catalina Island. It’s a 45-foot boat with a certified captain, who sleeps up at the helm. Guests have access to the entire boat, however. One bedroom has two queen-size beds, while the other has two bunk beds. Charters include a kayak, stand-up paddleboards, towable innertube, and fishing gear. There are additional fees for nightly docking and for the boat taxi to get to and from the shore. Children over age two and pets are welcome on this boat rental.
Boatel California in the Beautiful Ventura Harbor, Ventura
The Boatel California is the “sister ship to the “Ventura Boatel.” It is an Airbnb rental that feels like a floating RV. Up to six people can stay here and use the two bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms onboard. The boat never leaves the dock but is still a great way to experience living on a boat. It is permanently moored in the Ventura Harbor Village and has many comforts of home in the kitchen and living room. From here, it’s easy to experience the village and beach with lots of things to see and do nearby.
Step Back in Time on This Beautiful Classic Yacht, Alameda
With this Airbnb rental, you can sleep on a 100-year-old yacht that has been restored for your Bay Area adventures. It is in the heart of the bay and in the beautiful island community of Alameda. The boat sleeps four people and has a queen-size bed and couch in the bedroom, plus a queen-size bed in the living room. There is a kitchen and full bathroom on the boat. Free parking is available in the marina lot with the guest parking pass that you will be given. If you’d like to bring a pet, get permission from the Airbnb host before booking.
Historic Ferryboat In Sausalito, Sausalito
This is a very popular boat rental in Sausalito that accommodates up to six people. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms while giving you easy access to the city and country. The historic ferry was originally launched in 1888 and is the oldest surviving ferry boat on the West Coast. The rental suite is over 2,500 square feet in size, and the great room is over 1,000 square feet. There is a remodeled kitchen on the boat. The owners live on the ferry in a separate unit and are available if you need anything.
Floating Guest Cottage, Sausalito
This Sausalito houseboat is available to rent on Airbnb and is a very popular and highly rated option. Four people can stay here and sleep in the queen-size bed and double bed in the two bedrooms. This rental boat is 12 miles across from the Golden Gate Bridge and at the Yellow Ferry Harbor. The boat has modern appliances in the kitchen and a spacious upper deck with panoramic views. It’s a unique way to experience the San Francisco Bay Area and an unforgettable natural setting that you’ll fall in love with.
Boat Bliss on the Beautiful Delta at Koket Resort, Ryde
You’ll have a tranquil, nautical getaway when you book this Airbnb boat in California. It is situated on a peaceful river and a great place for paddleboarding, floating on the river, and watching wildlife. The rental is a remodeled houseboat at the Koket Resort in the Delta. Three people can stay here and use the two beds and one bathroom. There is a bar and grill on the property that you can visit for food and drinks. Past Airbnb guests who have stayed here describe the boat as very clean, comfortable, and accommodating, with good host communication.
Little Lux Floating Home, Sausalito
Two travelers will enjoy staying at this floating home that is a houseboat in Sausalito. The boat gives you the experience of living on the water but with the amenities of a full house. The Airbnb host gives guests unlimited access to bikes and kayaks. This rental is ideal for a long-term boat experience because the dock lease requires bookings to be for a month or longer. Get ready for iconic views and lovely sunsets during your extended stay on the boat. There’s a double bed in the bedroom, a couch in the living room, Wi-Fi, and a TV on the boat. Other amenities are the indoor fireplace, heating, kitchen basics, BBQ grill, and crib available if you are traveling with an infant.
Cozy and Romantic Houseboat, Bethel Island
Watch sea lions migrate through the waterways and breathe in the warm summer air when you stay on this romantic houseboat for two. The boat has one bedroom and one bathroom, as well as complimentary boat docking and off-street parking. It’s fun to use the fishing pole provided by the host to make an evening catch. You can also take a short walk to Main Street to dine at one of the island restaurants.
