Lodging Budget Stays
Affordable cottages, condos, and bungalows , starting under $150/night. Close to the beach, no hotel markup.
Budget Vacation Rentals in St. Augustine
Affordable cottages, condos, and bungalows , starting under $150/night. Close to the beach, no hotel markup.
St. Augustine has more affordable vacation rental options than most Florida beach towns. The properties here start at $100, $150/night , not airport-adjacent budget motels, but actual cottages and condos within a short drive of the beach. For two or three people splitting the cost, this beats most hotel prices in the area.
Most budget properties are smaller , studios, one-bedrooms, and small two-bedrooms. Expect functional kitchens, basic but clean finishes, and proximity to the beach over luxury amenities. These are the kinds of places repeat visitors use when they’re spending most of their time outside anyway.
Peak season rates rise above these levels. The prices shown on each listing reflect the minimum nightly rate , check the actual availability calendar for your dates, which will show the real-time rate including any seasonal adjustment.
Properties Starting Under $150/Night
Listed by starting rate , actual pricing varies by date and season.
What to Know
Listed Rate vs. Total Cost
The rate shown is the nightly base rate. Final cost includes a cleaning fee (varies by property, typically $75, $200) and any applicable service fees. Always check the full price breakdown before confirming a booking.
Size and Amenities
Budget properties are generally smaller , studios to two bedrooms. Expect basic kitchens, clean but simple finishes, and one parking spot. Pools and hot tubs are rare at this price point; look at all rentals if those are priorities.
Location
Not all budget properties are oceanfront , many are within a short drive or bike ride of the beach. Check the map on each listing page before booking if beach proximity is important.
Off-Season Value
October through February offers the best rates. The beach is still beautiful, crowds disappear after Labor Day, and many properties drop to their minimum nightly rate. Off-season is when locals vacation in their own city.
Minimum Stays
Budget properties often have shorter minimums than premium rentals , 2-night minimums are common. Some properties allow single-night bookings in the off-season.
Cleaning Fees
On short stays, a large cleaning fee can significantly raise the per-night cost. For 2-night stays, look for properties with cleaning fees under $100. The listing detail page shows the full fee breakdown.