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Our top choices for Downtown San Rafael hotels

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1. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (286 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay. Will come again!"
United States
Susan
The price is 6.767.067 ₫
7.592.310 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
Exterior

2. Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
2.0 star property
Lincoln, 1.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were friendly! Location was great for our needs."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is 3.396.699 ₫
3.804.303 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Marin Lodge
Terrace/patio

3. The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
5.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (566 reviews)
"Excellent stay !!"
United States
Gina
The price is 4.147.132 ₫
4.644.788 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
The Evergreen
Lobby sitting area

4. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,529 reviews)
"Great location, nice breakfast."
United States
Jenny
The price is 4.135.246 ₫
5.952.309 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Exterior

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
22 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (4,704 reviews)
"Loved my stay here!"
United States
Mark Jason
The price is 3.199.094 ₫
3.685.197 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Free toiletries, towels

6. Villa Inn

Villa Inn
2.0 star property
Lincoln, 1.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"I loved the restaurant at the hotel. Very convenient and excellent food."
United States
Joy
The price is 2.891.144 ₫
3.238.187 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Villa Inn
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

7. Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,758 reviews)
"Location and friendly staff!"
United States
Andrew
The price is 3.911.935 ₫
5.875.201 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Coffee shop

8. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
25 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,508 reviews)
"Great location, clean, and very friendly staff."
United States
Fabienne
The price is 6.032.547 ₫
7.099.965 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
Bar (on property)

9. Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
25.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,230 reviews)
"Nice room… great location."
United States
Cameron
The price is 4.054.188 ₫
4.670.223 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Courtyard

10. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,620 reviews)
"Pleasure to stay in this hotel."
United States
Howard
The price is 4.062.383 ₫
5.866.290 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications) | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
23.7 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"I always enjoy staying here. I travel frequently for work and spend about a week here each month. The property is consistently clean, feels safe, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming."
United States
Amandeep
The price is 3.977.793 ₫
4.582.101 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
Terrace/patio

12. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
24.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,185 reviews)
"Great staff, clean and modern rooms, solid breakfast."
United States
Kama
The price is 4.449.939 ₫
5.237.355 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room

13. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
25.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,490 reviews)
"Great place with excellent service."
United States
Ray
The price is 3.661.677 ₫
4.403.523 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
City view

14. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
4.5 star property
20.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,334 reviews)
"Excellent location, unbeatable, clean rooms, comfortable beds, quick room service, good breakfast"
United States
Luis
The price is 6.375.006 ₫
8.650.301 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Argonaut Hotel
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

15. Star Motel

Star Motel
2.0 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (470 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
James
The price is 4.241.924 ₫
4.933.888 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Star Motel
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

16. Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
19.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"This is a great hotel to stay at. Everything is perfect, couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Mahalo!"
United States
Daniel a
The price is 2.775.287 ₫
3.052.816 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Hotel Mira Vista
Terrace/patio

17. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,917 reviews)
"Great location close to Fishermans warf."
Canada
Debbie C
The price is 4.006.770 ₫
5.846.302 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Property entrance

18. Casa Loma Hotel

Casa Loma Hotel
2.0 star property
23.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Was a very pleasant stay. Thank you very much. Would definitely stay again."
United States
John
The price is 2.074.577 ₫
2.412.992 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Casa Loma Hotel
Sports facility

19. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
25.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,333 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Comfortable rooms, spacious bathrooms, helpful staff, cool neighborhood and a yummy breakfast in the morning!"
United States
Barbara
The price is 4.480.944 ₫
5.027.395 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Lounge

20. Marin Suites Hotel

Marin Suites Hotel
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"We really liked our stay"
United States
Mark
The price is 3.654.203 ₫
4.099.833 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Marin Suites Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

Find the best Downtown San Rafael areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The beautiful, unspoiled hills of West Marin, with evening light.

Terra Linda

Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Southeast San Rafael

While there might not be top attractions in Southeast San Rafael, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Dominican

While Dominican isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lucas Valley-Marinwood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucas Valley-Marinwood and surrounding area, you can visit Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

Dramatic sunset over Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County, CA.

Gerstle Park

While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown San Rafael Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8/10 Good
"Room was clean, nice amenities and great location next to the Berkeley Marina. Very scenic."
Brent 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown San Rafael like?
Travellers to San Rafael's Downtown San Rafael neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Downtown San Rafael travel tips? Make sure that you visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park while you're in the neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Rafael, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown San Rafael.
What is there to do around this San Rafael neighbourhood?
Create some family memories with a visit to Classic Billiards or Rebound Bookstore while you're in Downtown San Rafael. You could also plan a visit to Mission San Rafael Arcangel or San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown San Rafael include Marin History Museum, Marin Bocce Federation and Falkirk Cultural Center. When you're sightseeing in San Rafael, Barn Theatre and Marin County Civic Center are also worth a stop.