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Villa Inn

Hotel in San Rafael

Located 20 miles away from Central San Francisco, this pet-friendly hotel offers free guest parking and rooms with free WiFi. A satellite TV is featured in each air-conditioned room at Villa Inn.

A
Alexandra
From
United States
I love this place. it’s clean and the owner is very cool. we stayed here so many times over the years when we come into town for business. it’s quiet and pleasant. I like the old school vibe here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews
Price from
$122
1 night, 2 adults

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County

Hotel in San Rafael

Nestled north of the iconic San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge, relax in a two-room suite at our San Rafael all-suite hotel adjacent to Northgate Mall and the Marin County Civic Center.

A
Ana
From
Mexico
Easy access, super comfortable room, breakfast was amazing and the staff super friendly!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
Price from
$159.08
1 night, 2 adults

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

Hotel in San Rafael

Located in San Rafael and with Golden Gate Bridge reachable within 14 miles, AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown has concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.

A
Aaron
From
United States
Easy parking. Location and ease of access from 101. Breakfast goes on til 1030 am is a great plus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
$186
1 night, 2 adults

Panama Hotel and Suites

Hotel in San Rafael

Set between San Francisco and California's Wine Country, Panama Hotel and Suites is a historic boutique inn located in San Rafael and features a number of amenities including a restaurant on site and...

I
Irene
From
United States
The location of the hotel, walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
$91.80
1 night, 2 adults

Extended Stay America Suites - San Rafael - Francisco Blvd East

Hotel in San Rafael

This newly refreshed Extended Stay America - San Rafael - Francisco Blvd. East is located in San Rafael and especially designed for longer stays, with all rooms featuring a kitchenette.

V
Violetta
From
United States
Convenient location and dog friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews
Price from
$126.34
1 night, 2 adults

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Hotel in San Rafael

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael has accommodations in San Rafael. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

N
Nophadol
From
Thailand
Very clean and well maintained
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
$94.83
1 night, 2 adults

Motel 6 San Rafael

Hotel in San Rafael

Located in San Rafael, Motel 6 San Rafael features guest rooms with free WiFi. It offers free guest parking. Marin Center is 4.2 mi drive away.

P
Patricia
From
United States
The property is well located for my business trips also its nie and clean and employees are just great staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
Fair - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
$92.69
1 night, 2 adults

Marin Hilltop Hotel

Hotel in San Rafael

The Marin Hilltop Hotel is 18 mi from the Golden Gate Bridge and features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Rooms have free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

F
Fionnan
From
Ireland
The lady at the desk was very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
Price from
$127
1 night, 2 adults

Marin Lodge

San Rafael

Just 22.5 from Muir Woods, the Marin Lodge, features free WiFi. A refrigerator are included in all guest rooms. Point Reyes is 20 mi away.

M
Marin
From
Croatia
Very clean and new, ample parking, close to highway but quiet at night, prompt and friendly communication prior to arrival and at check-in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 582 reviews
Price from
$119
1 night, 2 adults

Private Luxury Suite with Views Near SF & Wine Country

San Rafael

A recently renovated apartment, Private Luxury Suite with Views Near SF & Wine Country offers accommodations in San Rafael.

C
Chad
From
United States
Always a great experience, kind and thoughtful hosts. There's a quiet calm I always feel here. Plentiful amenities I've mentioned in other reviews, but always a great neighborhood to walk in with some nice restaurants and market 10 minutes away by foot. A serene mid-century oasis.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
$158.72
1 night, 2 adults
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San Rafael – 17 hotels and places to stay

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Villa Inn

Hotel in San Rafael

Located 20 miles away from Central San Francisco, this pet-friendly hotel offers free guest parking and rooms with free WiFi. A satellite TV is featured in each air-conditioned room at Villa Inn.

A
Alexandra
From
United States
I love this place. it’s clean and the owner is very cool. we stayed here so many times over the years when we come into town for business. it’s quiet and pleasant. I like the old school vibe here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews
Price from
$122
1 night, 2 adults

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County

Hotel in San Rafael

Nestled north of the iconic San Francisco Golden Gate Bridge, relax in a two-room suite at our San Rafael all-suite hotel adjacent to Northgate Mall and the Marin County Civic Center.

A
Ana
From
Mexico
Easy access, super comfortable room, breakfast was amazing and the staff super friendly!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
Price from
$159.08
1 night, 2 adults

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

Hotel in San Rafael

Located in San Rafael and with Golden Gate Bridge reachable within 14 miles, AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown has concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.

A
Aaron
From
United States
Easy parking. Location and ease of access from 101. Breakfast goes on til 1030 am is a great plus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
$186
1 night, 2 adults

Panama Hotel and Suites

Hotel in San Rafael

Set between San Francisco and California's Wine Country, Panama Hotel and Suites is a historic boutique inn located in San Rafael and features a number of amenities including a restaurant on site and...

I
Irene
From
United States
The location of the hotel, walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Price from
$91.80
1 night, 2 adults

Extended Stay America Suites - San Rafael - Francisco Blvd East

Hotel in San Rafael

This newly refreshed Extended Stay America - San Rafael - Francisco Blvd. East is located in San Rafael and especially designed for longer stays, with all rooms featuring a kitchenette.

V
Violetta
From
United States
Convenient location and dog friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews
Price from
$126.34
1 night, 2 adults

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Hotel in San Rafael

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael has accommodations in San Rafael. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

N
Nophadol
From
Thailand
Very clean and well maintained
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Price from
$94.83
1 night, 2 adults

Motel 6 San Rafael

Hotel in San Rafael

Located in San Rafael, Motel 6 San Rafael features guest rooms with free WiFi. It offers free guest parking. Marin Center is 4.2 mi drive away.

P
Patricia
From
United States
The property is well located for my business trips also its nie and clean and employees are just great staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
Fair - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
$92.69
1 night, 2 adults

Marin Hilltop Hotel

Hotel in San Rafael

The Marin Hilltop Hotel is 18 mi from the Golden Gate Bridge and features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Rooms have free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

F
Fionnan
From
Ireland
The lady at the desk was very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
Price from
$127
1 night, 2 adults

Marin Lodge

San Rafael

Just 22.5 from Muir Woods, the Marin Lodge, features free WiFi. A refrigerator are included in all guest rooms. Point Reyes is 20 mi away.

M
Marin
From
Croatia
Very clean and new, ample parking, close to highway but quiet at night, prompt and friendly communication prior to arrival and at check-in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 582 reviews
Price from
$119
1 night, 2 adults

Private Luxury Suite with Views Near SF & Wine Country

San Rafael

A recently renovated apartment, Private Luxury Suite with Views Near SF & Wine Country offers accommodations in San Rafael.

C
Chad
From
United States
Always a great experience, kind and thoughtful hosts. There's a quiet calm I always feel here. Plentiful amenities I've mentioned in other reviews, but always a great neighborhood to walk in with some nice restaurants and market 10 minutes away by foot. A serene mid-century oasis.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
$158.72
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with parking in San Rafael

Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
From $1,133.88 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews
From $307.43 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
From $332.84 per night
Free parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,242 reviews
From $139.86 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
From $287.44 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews
From $200.75 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,639 reviews
From $480.82 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,692 reviews
From $235.40 per night
Parking on site
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 225 reviews
From $222.30 per night
Parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
From $313.77 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in San Rafael

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in San Rafael

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in San Rafael

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in San Rafael

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in San Rafael

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in San Rafael

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Mill Valley

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 432 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Novato

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

Budget hotels in San Rafael and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews

Located in San Rafael just 12 miles from San Francisco, this hotel offers a continental breakfast. Boasting warm colors and rich wood furnishings, each room includes free WiFi.

From $123.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 432 reviews

This hotel is located 6 minutes from downtown Mill Valley, California and Mill Valley Golf Course. It features an on-site restaurant and spacious rooms with free WiFi.

From $113.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

This motel is 5 miles from the Tiburon Ferry Terminal, which offers rides to Angel Island and Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco. It features free Wi-Fi.

From $109.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 441 reviews

Welcome to Marinwood Inn & Suites – a top-rated Affordable Novato Hotel Near Napa Valley, Sonoma & San Francisco.

From $110.68 per night

Designer Apartment Less Than 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael is located in San Rafael, just 17 miles from Ghirardelli Square and 17 miles from Lands End.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Dog-Friendly 2BR with Porch, Close to Everything offers accommodations in Green Brae, 16 miles from Ghirardelli Square and 16 miles from Lands End.

Waterfront Hawaiian Oasis 2B is located in San Rafael, just 14 miles from Golden Gate Bridge and 16 miles from Ghirardelli Square. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

From $627.92 per night

14 miles from Golden Gate Bridge in San Rafael, Waterfront Hawaiian Oasis features accommodations with access to a hot tub.

Hotels located in the center of San Rafael

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews

The Marin Hilltop Hotel is 18 mi from the Golden Gate Bridge and features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Rooms have free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

From $153.86 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in San Rafael and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

This Larkspur hotel is a 30 minute drive from downtown San Francisco. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, an outdoor swimming pool and an on-site bistro.

From $287.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

Located on 5 acres, this Corte Madera hotel serves a deluxe breakfast buffet and offers a seasonal outdoor pool, putting green and rooms with flat-screen TVs. The Golden Gate Bridge is 9 miles away.

From $166.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

Nestled among the scenic hills of Marin County, the Best Western Novato Oaks Inn is ideal for all travelers.

From $164.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews

Located on the edge of Richardson Bay, just 5 miles from the Golden Gate Bridge, this Mill Valley hotel features a full American breakfast buffet each morning.

From $266.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

Courtyard Novato Marin/Sonoma has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, a garden and terrace in Novato.

From $200.75 per night

18 miles from Ghirardelli Square in San Anselmo, Hot Tub Bright Modern steps to downtown provides accommodations with access to a hot tub.

Cool and Classy Steps to Downtown offers accommodations in San Anselmo, 18 miles from Ghirardelli Square and 18 miles from Lands End.

Featuring a garden, Hip and chic one bedroom apartment offers accommodations in San Anselmo. This apartment features free private parking and free Wifi.

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What Guests Said About San Rafael:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

San Rafael is close enough to San Francsico, Sausalito, Mill...

San Rafael is close enough to San Francsico, Sausalito, Mill Valley etc. It's a perfect location. This place is up nestled in a little hill so you feel somewhat in the country which is nice, so not so much stress. There are plenty of local restaurants and there is a deli close by that was a good place to find needed bits.
Guest review byAndrea
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Ate dinner at Il Davida for Italian.

Ate dinner at Il Davida for Italian. The service was great and the food was better. Enjoyed our evening immensely. The dessert was the icing on the whole meal. Another evening we went to a local Mexican Restaurant Sabor a Mexico. Authentic and delicious.
Guest review byJosette
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Small and quiet town with a shortish main street with a...

Small and quiet town with a shortish main street with a great bakery (Bordenave's). Enough cafes and restaurants to choose from. Lovely Mission, and cute shop which unfortunately has limited opening hours. Great location for nearby hikes.
Guest review byAida
Spain
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

San Rafael is a great base for exploring West Marin and the...

San Rafael is a great base for exploring West Marin and the Wine Country with fabulous restaurants, and great local scenery. It has a lovely downtown. Don't overlook the neighboring communities and towns. Don't miss the Frank Lloyd Wright designed Civic Center.
Guest review byJohn
France
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0

Sam Rafael is close by Marin, Tiburon Sausalito ..

Sam Rafael is close by Marin, Tiburon Sausalito ..Lots of fun places to go shop, eat and sight see. Here on a vacation with my daughter to visit friends. It is a good central and safe location. Would not stay at Embassy Suites again! It was the only negative in the entire trip.
Guest review byAnonymous
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

San Raphael is a sweet little stop to stay on your way to...

San Raphael is a sweet little stop to stay on your way to visit Mt. Tamalpais. There are good restaurants within walking distance from the new Marriott in downtown. It is a quieter destination than the bigger cities like San Francisco or Berkley, which is nice. I highly recommend Il David to grab dinner.
Guest review byChristopher
United States

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From $111.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
An extremely charming boutique hotel in the heart of Marin County with reasonable prices. Composed of two old houses and their outbuildings set on a curved lane, it's semi-symmetrical layout is like that of a pensione you'd see in Turin or Dubrovnik.
Guest review byEdward
United States
From $181.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
A great stay at this hotel! Staff were friendly and helpful. The pool was well maintained and a lovely bonus when travelling with kids. The breakfast was tasty with lots of choice. Overall a great stay!
Guest review byClare
United Kingdom
From $136.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews
The hotel was clean and the room was pretty spacious for the price. They had a decent continental breakfast since they had their own cafe on site.
Guest review byNicole
United States
From $249.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
The AC Hotel is well located in the city of San Rafael. It is new, clean and comfortable. I would stay here again.
Guest review bySue
New Zealand
From $133.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 582 reviews
Great location in San Rafael. Room was clean and somewhat updated. Could use a total update.
Guest review byPeg
United States