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The best luxury home rentals in Los Angeles are remembered for small moments more than square footage. The first swim before anyone else is awake. A long lunch that drifts into sunset on the terrace. The quiet that settles over a hillside after the city lights come on. At Stay Awhile, we have hosted those moments in Malibu, Beverly Hills and the Hollywood Hills for years, and we have learned that the right home is what makes them possible.
If you are planning a trip to Southern California, this guide walks you through some of our favorite homes in each part of the city, from beachfront villas to gated hillside estates. Each one comes from our collection of 70+ luxury homes across Los Angeles, and each one has been personally inspected by our team.
Why a Private Home Is the Best Way to Stay in Los Angeles
LA is a city of neighborhoods, and the best luxury home rentals in Los Angeles let you live in one instead of passing through it. There is no lobby, no shared pool and no one in the next room. You wake up to your own view, whether that is the Pacific, a canyon or the skyline, and you set the pace of every day.
A home also gives you room to gather. A chef’s kitchen becomes the center of the house, a terrace turns into the dining room, and many of our homes include a private pool and hot tub. Add a private chef, an in-villa massage or a car delivered to the door, and the house becomes the most comfortable place in the city to come back to.
Planning tip: Choose the setting before you choose the home. If the trip is about the beach, start in Malibu. If it is about shopping and dinner reservations, start in Beverly Hills. If it is about the view, start in the Hollywood Hills.
Where to Find the Best Luxury Home Rentals in Los Angeles
Los Angeles gives you remarkable range within a short drive. Malibu has the coast and the only beachfront homes in the city. Beverly Hills has gated estates a few minutes from Rodeo Drive, with no beach but plenty of gardens and city views. The Hollywood Hills have canyon roads, skyline views and some of the most private homes in LA. These are the luxury villa rentals we recommend most, with a few notes on what sets each one apart.
The Surf Lodge, Malibu
The Surf Lodge sits on Broad Beach, at the western end of Malibu, with private access to the sand. Days here follow the tide: coffee with an ocean view, a long afternoon on the beach, and an evening around the firepit as the sun drops into the Pacific.
Inside, the chef’s kitchen and alfresco dining terrace make it easy to host a family dinner, and guests can add an electric Moke for an extra fee to make short trips along the coast part of the fun. It is one of our Malibu luxury villa rentals for guests who want the beach as their backyard.
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Guests: up to 14
- Best for: families and groups who want to live on the beach
- Standout features: private beach access, ocean views, hot tub, firepit, chef’s kitchen and an electric Moke
- Nearby: Zuma Beach, Point Dume and the trails at Zuma Ridge
The Dume Estate, Malibu
For a larger group, The Dume Estate spreads across three separate structures on nearly three-quarters of an acre in Point Dume, one of Malibu’s most private neighborhoods. The main house holds four king bedrooms, while the pool house and the gym house give everyone else a retreat of their own.
The grounds are made for Malibu’s indoor-outdoor rhythm, with manicured lawns, a resort-style pool and spa, and several places to eat and lounge outside. Westward Beach and Point Dume State Beach are a few minutes away, and a private Moke is included for getting there.
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 6
- Guests: up to 14
- Best for: multigenerational families and friends traveling together
- Standout features: resort-style pool and spa, detached guest house with kitchen, gym house, fireplace and a private Moke
- Nearby: Westward Beach, Point Dume Village and the Getty Villa
Want more of the coast? Browse the homes right on the sand, or read our guide to the best things to do in Topanga Canyon for a day in the mountains.
Villa Eterne, Beverly Hills
Villa Eterne is one of the most striking pieces of architecture in our collection. Designed by Zoltan Pali, the home sits on a private road inside a gated community at the top of Beverly Hills, and its walls of glass frame the skyline from almost every room.
Mornings belong to the heated pool and the hillside light. Evenings belong to the fire pit and the city lights below, ideally after a private chef dinner in the gourmet kitchen. It is a natural choice for an anniversary, a milestone birthday or anyone who travels for design.
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5.5
- Guests: up to 8
- Best for: couples, celebrations and design lovers
- Standout features: heated pool and hot tub, skyline views, fire pit, fitness area and gourmet kitchen
- Nearby: Rodeo Drive, Spago and Greystone Mansion and its gardens
Chateau Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills
Chateau Beverly Hills brings a contemporary take on French design to a quiet cul-de-sac in Beverly Crest, about five minutes from the Beverly Hills Hotel. Bright living spaces open to a private pool and spa, an outdoor kitchen and a fire pit, with hillside and city views beyond.
It is also one of the best mansion rentals in Beverly Hills for a family trip. The home comes with cribs, high chairs, children’s books and toys, along with a private sauna for the adults. Part of our Black Label collection, it shows the level of detail that defines our most exclusive homes.
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4.5
- Guests: up to 8
- Best for: families who want space, privacy and easy access to the city
- Standout features: private pool and spa, sauna, outdoor kitchen and BBQ, fire pit, family-friendly setup and EV charger
- Nearby: the Beverly Hills Hotel, Rodeo Drive and the Paley Center for Media
To compare every home in the area, see our Beverly Hills mansion rentals, and plan your shopping with our guide to shopping Rodeo Drive.
The Elvis Villa, Hollywood Hills
High in Mount Olympus, The Elvis Villa carries a piece of Hollywood history. Architect Hal Levitt designed the home, and it appeared in the 1968 Elvis Presley film Live a Little, Love a Little. Today, it pairs that mid-century spirit with a full renovation.
The single-level layout moves from a sunken bar and a green onyx fireplace straight out to the pool, where the city spreads out below. Plan a slow afternoon in the sun, then gather around the fire features as the lights come on across Los Angeles.
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3.5
- Guests: up to 8
- Best for: couples and small groups with a sense of style
- Standout features: single-level layout, pool, fire pit and fire features, city views and mid-century design
- Nearby: Runyon Canyon, the Sunset Strip and Yamashiro
La Reserve, Hollywood Hills
La Reserve sits in Sunset Plaza, the palm-lined enclave just above the Sunset Strip, where winding streets lead to gated estates and wide city views. The recently renovated home blends modern design with the calm of the hills.
Outside, the resort-style pool, open-air jacuzzi, cedar sauna and firepit lounge make a private spa of the backyard. Inside, the chef’s kitchen flows into a dining space for eight, ready for a long dinner before a night on the Strip.
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3.5
- Guests: up to 10
- Best for: friends traveling together who want views and nightlife nearby
- Standout features: resort-style pool, jacuzzi, cedar sauna, firepit lounge, chef’s kitchen and smart home automation
- Nearby: the Sunset Strip, Sunset Plaza and Lake Hollywood Park
Find more homes with a view among our Hollywood Hills luxury homes and the Amazing Views collection, or see our list of things to do in the Hollywood Hills without leaving the hills.
Courtney Manor, West Hollywood
For guests who want to be close to everything, Courtney Manor sits on a quiet residential street in West Hollywood, minutes from the Sunset Strip, the Chateau Marmont and Runyon Canyon. From here, Beverly Hills and Hollywood are both a short drive away.
The house is made for entertaining. The oversized chef’s kitchen opens to the backyard, where a private pool, hot tub and covered BBQ cabana set the scene for long evenings. Upstairs, the primary suite has a fireplace, a private balcony and a deep soaking tub.
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4.5
- Guests: up to 8
- Best for: friends and families who want a central base
- Standout features: chef’s kitchen, private pool and hot tub, covered BBQ cabana and primary suite with fireplace
- Nearby: the Sunset Strip, the Chateau Marmont and Runyon Canyon
Local tip: Distances in Los Angeles are measured in minutes, not miles. On weekday afternoons, the Pacific Coast Highway and the 405 can add 30 minutes or more, so plan arrivals for late morning when you can.
How to Choose the Right Luxury Rental in LA
The best luxury home rentals in Los Angeles start with the right setting: Malibu for the beach, Beverly Hills for shopping and dinner, the Hollywood Hills for the view, and West Hollywood to be close to all three. You can compare every area among our luxury vacation rentals in Los Angeles.
Then plan the details. Our team can arrange a private chef, in-villa spa treatments and fridge stocking through Erewhon, and Drive Awhile delivers a car to the villa with the keys inside. See all of our concierge experiences, or browse the Chef’s Kitchen collection and our homes with a spa or hot tub. Traveling with a big group? Read about our top four villas for large group vacation rentals in Los Angeles.
Quick insight: Fall brings the best weather and fewer crowds, while summer and the holidays fill first. Midweek stays often bring more availability, especially along the coast.
Plan Your 2027 Stay With Us
The right home can turn a few days in Los Angeles into the trip you keep talking about. At Stay Awhile, we match every guest with a home that fits the group, the occasion and the pace of the trip, and our team stays close throughout the stay so you can simply enjoy it.
If you are looking for the best luxury home rentals in Los Angeles, start with Malibu beach homes, Beverly Hills estates or view homes in the Hollywood Hills, see all our LA homes, or browse every property. Or reach out and tell us about your trip. We will take it from there.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best luxury home rentals in Los Angeles for 2027?
The best luxury home rentals in Los Angeles combine privacy, a great setting and real service. Look at beachfront villas in Malibu such as The Surf Lodge, gated estates in Beverly Hills such as Villa Eterne, and view homes in the Hollywood Hills such as The Elvis Villa.
Which is better for a luxury villa rental: Malibu, Beverly Hills or Hollywood?
It depends on the trip. Malibu is best for beach days and ocean views, Beverly Hills for shopping, fine dining and celebrations, and the Hollywood Hills for skyline views with nightlife nearby. For a central base between all three, consider a luxury villa rental in West Hollywood.
Where can I find mansion rentals in Beverly Hills?
Mansion rentals in Beverly Hills sit in the Flats near Rodeo Drive, in hillside neighborhoods such as Trousdale Estates and Beverly Crest, and on quiet streets above the main corridors. Villa Eterne and Chateau Beverly Hills are two examples, each with a private pool and city views.
Are there beachfront luxury villa rentals in Malibu?
Yes. Malibu is the only area of Los Angeles with beachfront luxury villa rentals. The Surf Lodge, for example, sits on Broad Beach with private beach access. Homes in neighborhoods such as Point Dume offer more land and privacy, with the beach a few minutes away.
Can I rent a luxury home in the Hollywood Hills with a view of the Hollywood Sign?
Yes. Some luxury home rentals in the Hollywood Hills have direct views of the Hollywood Sign, especially in the Bird Streets, while others face the city skyline. If the Sign matters to you, ask which rooms face it before booking, and visit Lake Hollywood Park for one of the best views.
Is Beverly Hills on the beach?
No. Beverly Hills is inland, and its homes offer gardens, canyon views and city views rather than ocean frontage. If you want to stay on the sand, look at Malibu, the only area of Los Angeles with beachfront luxury villa rentals in our collection, from Broad Beach to Point Dume.
