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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, 525 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$169.15
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 84 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$195
1 night, 2 adults
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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 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Location 8.2
Price from
$91.80
1 night, 2 adults
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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!!! clean and super comfortable. front desk people are top notch.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 717 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
$122
1 night, 2 adults
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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 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews
Location 7.5
Price from
$126.34
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

M
Maia
From
United States
it’s very clean and comfortable. I really back this place
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 205 reviews
Location 7.1
Price from
$94.83
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Hotel close to my business visit Room very clean love that i always get a ground floor room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.2
Fair - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews
Location 6.3
Price from
$92.69
1 night, 2 adults
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Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County

Hotel in San Rafael

Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael, 18 miles from Golden Gate Bridge, features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Rooms have free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with in-room movies.

G
Glendora
From
Philippines
Everyday there is a room cleaning. the jacuzzi is very relaxing. the staffs are all excellent and very accommodating to all our requests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 646 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$143
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Anne
From
Belgium
The bed is great, spacious, confortable, a good chair to read and very clean. A nice table . And cosy ! And a lot of plugs!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 572 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$119
1 night, 2 adults
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Luxury Suite with Views - San Rafael, Gateway to SF & Wine Country

San Rafael

A recently renovated apartment, Luxury Suite with Views - San Rafael, Gateway to SF & Wine Country offers accommodations in San Rafael.

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Nayone Araujo
From
Brazil
The apartment is beautiful, super clean and well equipped. There's a great view and the neighborhood is peaceful and charming.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
Location 9.8
Price from
$222.11
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels located in the center of San Rafael

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews

    Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael, 18 miles from Golden Gate Bridge, features a heated outdoor pool and hot tub. Rooms have free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with in-room movies.

  • 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, 4 reviews

    Beautiful Spacious Victorian Garden Oasis Central, Gated, Deck, BBQ offers accommodations in San Rafael, 14 miles from Golden Gate Bridge and 17 miles from Ghirardelli Square.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Great Cozy Pool House with Kitchenette provides accommodations in San Rafael. This property offers a pool with a view and free private parking.

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

    Tranquil Haven Cottage Retreat is located in San Rafael, just 13 miles from Golden Gate Bridge and 16 miles from Ghirardelli Square. The vacation home has access to a restaurant.

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

  • 3bed, 2bath, hot tub, cold plunge, pool, close to Napa is located in San Rafael, just 18 miles from Golden Gate Bridge and 20 miles from Ghirardelli Square.

Best hotels with breakfast in San Rafael and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 92 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

    Located in Mill Valley, Mill Valley Inn has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. This 3-star hotel offers a tour desk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 362 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 304 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Serene Mountainside Suite, Private entrance and bathroom offers accommodations in San Anselmo, 19 miles from Golden Gate Bridge and 21 miles from Ghirardelli Square.

Budget hotels in San Rafael and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 391 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 125 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    11 miles from Golden Gate Bridge in Mill Valley, Enchanted Waterfall Sanctuary features accommodations with access to a hot tub and wellness packages.

  • Mill Valley Escape - 13 Miles to San Francisco! offers accommodations in Mill Valley, 11 miles from Ghirardelli Square and 11 miles from Lands End.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    10 miles from Ghirardelli Square in Mill Valley, Mill Valley Home 5 Mi to Golden Gate Bridge! features accommodations with access to a spa center.

What Guests Said About San Rafael:

  • 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 by
    Aida
    Spain
  • 10.0

    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 by
    John
    United States
  • 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 by
    Anonymous
  • 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 by
    Christopher
    United States
  • 10.0

    The room was spacious and had great air conditioning.

    The room was spacious and had great air conditioning. They had blackout drapes and a nice tub. I loved the shampoo and conditioner that was already in refillable dispensers in the tub/shower area. They also had every channel I could ask for with the TV and I was able to access my netflix as well. I will stay there again. Great value.
    Guest review by
    Melinda
    United States
  • 8.0

    San Rafael was a great location for our mission of tracing...

    San Rafael was a great location for our mission of tracing ancestors in Marin County. It was also easy to get to the San Francisco bay area and beyond. Plenty of shops within a short drive. We even took a trip out to Napa while there.
    Guest review by
    KeithN
    United Kingdom

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  • North Bay Inn

    San Rafael
    From $128.80 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 432 reviews
    Breakfast was very basic but it was OK to start the day. The reception lady was delightful and welcoming. She was helpful when it came to room selection. Value ... hard for me to rate precisely for in the preceding weeks we had stayed at cheaper and better but in lower cost locations. We also stayed at more expensive and not so good so you make up your mind with regard to a multitude of choice factors. We will stay again.
    Guest review by
    Malcolm
    New Zealand

  • Villa Inn

    San Rafael
    From $136.64 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 716 reviews
    We really enjoyed staying at Villa Inn and dining at Villa Inn restaurant. The room was clean and spacious, beds very comfortable, everything was A+!
    Guest review by
    Tomislav
    United States

  • AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

    San Rafael
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 84 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 by
    Sue
    New Zealand

  • Panama Hotel and Suites

    San Rafael
    From $111.08 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
    The look of the hotel. Very good and drawing attention.
    Guest review by
    Piotr
    Poland

  • Marin Lodge

    San Rafael
    From $166.88 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 573 reviews
    Very nice staff and not too expensive hotel.
    Guest review by
    Francois-xavier
    France

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