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Lobby sitting area
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
20 km from Canal Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7240)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Isaiah
The price is HK$775
HK$1,232 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
19.9 km from Canal Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3830)
"Excellent stay and great location! "
United States
CHRISTINE
The price is HK$984
HK$1,515 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
3.0 star property
20 km from Canal Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2231)
"This was a very nice hotel. Clean, friendly staff, close to everything but also not in the middle of the business of San Francisco. I will definetly stay here again. "
United States
Christina
The price is HK$839
HK$1,221 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Front of property – evening/night
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
21.6 km from Canal Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2194)
"Great hotel "
United States
Tanya
The price is HK$854
HK$1,005 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Exterior
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
22.2 km from Canal Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2795)
"Clean hotel, great location, kind staff! "
United States
Felix
The price is HK$8,154
HK$9,597 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Exterior
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
20.9 km from Canal Waterfront
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (4028)
"It was a great stay "
United States
Yagnesh
The price is HK$923
HK$1,064 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Interior
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
24.4 km from Canal Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1091)
"Wonderful, will stay here again."
United States
Jennifer
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Terrace/patio
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
21.7 km from Canal Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2832)
"Clean room, friendly staff and good location"
United States
Jose Eduardo
The price is HK$779
HK$917 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Exterior
The Mosser

The Mosser

The Mosser
3.0 star property
22.6 km from Canal Waterfront
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"room was perfect, the bed so comfy, the bedroom had a full bath which is hard to find in sf and for the price was good, also perfect location, personnel was kind i will come back "
Mexico
Miguel
The price is HK$490
HK$575 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Mosser
Terrace/patio
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
24.6 km from Canal Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1303)
"Convenient location, friendly staff"
United States
Diane
The price is HK$863
HK$1,055 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Lobby
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
3.0 star property
20.1 km from Canal Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1115)
"Great hotel"
United States
Michelle
The price is HK$1,049
HK$1,235 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
21.5 km from Canal Waterfront
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (5041)
"Rooms were great, staff was great, location was great. "
United States
Jonathan
The price is HK$870
HK$1,024 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Games room
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
20 km from Canal Waterfront
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2337)
"Great location"
United States
Deborah
The price is HK$976
HK$1,423 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Lobby sitting area
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
22.1 km from Canal Waterfront
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3113)
"Great place to stay in the coty"
United States
Steve
The price is HK$589
HK$695 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Exterior
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
24.2 km from Canal Waterfront
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1190)
"Excellent staff, room, atmosphere."
United States
Mary
The price is HK$1,119
HK$1,256 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
24.5 km from Canal Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The entire stay was fabulous…room, breakfast, friendliness of staff, comfort and quiet!"
United States
Carol
The price is HK$1,119
HK$1,256 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
5.0 star property
27 km from Canal Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great hotel"
United States
Peter
The price is HK$1,701
HK$2,420 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Claremont Resort & Club
Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
24 km from Canal Waterfront
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1163)
"Great staff and services provided."
United States
Charles
The price is HK$877
HK$984 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Lobby
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach
2.0 star property
21.4 km from Canal Waterfront
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"A splendid place."
United States
Zachary
Hotel North Beach
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace
YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco
3.0 star property
22.8 km from Canal Waterfront
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"My room was clean, the staff is great and the amenities are great as well "
United States
Edwin
The price is HK$612
HK$1,040 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
YOTEL San Francisco
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Where to stay in Canal Waterfront

Find the best Canal Waterfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious aspects

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

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.

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.

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 Canal Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Nice stay. Hotel was clean, quiet and accessible. "
Brandon 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What is Canal Waterfront like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in San Rafael's Canal Waterfront neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Canal Waterfront, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Canal Waterfront.
What can I see and do in this San Rafael neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Canal Waterfront include San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, Marin Bocce Federation and Mission San Rafael Arcangel. While you're out sightseeing in San Rafael, make sure that you visit other sights such as Marin History Museum or Classic Billiards.