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Our top choices for Downtown San Rafael hotels

2 restaurants, breakfast served

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (226 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Eric
The price is HK$1,274
HK$1,429 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
19.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was great, hotel was very clean, very nice location..."
United States
Jose
Hotel Mira Vista
Exterior

Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
2.0 star property
Lincoln, 1.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff, easy check in, spacious clean room, comfortable bed, quiet, great value for the area. Lots of good dining options nearby. Highly recommend, will be back."
United States
Brad
The price is HK$852
HK$954 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Marin Lodge
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Metro Hotel and Cafe

Metro Hotel and Cafe
3.0 star property
30.2 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"LOVE this hotel-everything about it!"
United States
Jack
The price is HK$689
HK$786 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Metro Hotel and Cafe
Bar (on property)

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County
3.5 star property
Civic Center, 3.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The bar manager and hotel clerk at check in were awesome. We enjoyed visiting with them and talking sports with them. They made our trip to Super Bowl 60 enjoyable! "
United States
Janel
The price is HK$1,065
HK$1,195 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
29.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great staff,nice room,decent breakfast just overall a great place to stay very pleased "
United States
jerel chester
The price is HK$955
HK$1,110 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
Terrace/patio

Acqua Hotel

Acqua Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (758 reviews)
"Room was very nice and clean. Staff was very kind and helpful"
United States
M Scott
The price is HK$1,721
HK$1,931 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Acqua Hotel
Terrace/patio

The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
5.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (432 reviews)
"Easy access, beautiful location and nice stay."
United States
Guadalupe
The price is HK$950
HK$1,064 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Evergreen
Café

Stanyan Park Hotel

Stanyan Park Hotel
3.0 star property
23.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect locatuon, cute clean hotel"
United States
Lori
The price is HK$1,907
HK$2,219 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stanyan Park Hotel
Premium bedding, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Grove Inn

The Grove Inn
3.0 star property
23.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (688 reviews)
"I will stay at the Grove Inn every time I'm in SF"
United States
David
The Grove Inn
Lounge

Marin Suites Hotel

Marin Suites Hotel
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, amazing service, quiet, lovely setting - couldn't be more happy!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is HK$1,180
HK$1,324 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Marin Suites Hotel
Sun deck

Becks Motor Lodge

Becks Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
24.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely staff , free parking, great location "
United States
Nicholas
The price is HK$1,243
HK$1,448 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Becks Motor Lodge
Terrace/patio

Best Western Corte Madera Inn

Best Western Corte Madera Inn
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The place is great "
United States
Rolyn
The price is HK$1,056
HK$1,185 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Best Western Corte Madera Inn
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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, (3,835 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Richard
The price is HK$1,056
HK$1,620 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Down duvets, free WiFi, bed sheets

Symphony Inn

Symphony Inn
2.5 star property
23.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (847 reviews)
"nice staff, clean room, decent parking—limited, no conditioner but very close to a lot of nice restaurants and stores. "
United States
Lieanne Renz
The price is HK$737
HK$859 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Symphony Inn
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn
2.0 star property
29.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
6.8 out of 10, (1,213 reviews)
"Staff members are wonderful "
United States
Maiko
The price is HK$513
HK$596 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Jack London Inn
City view

Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
4.5 star property
20.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,239 reviews)
"The stay was very nice and the food was good as well. "
United States
Harry
The price is HK$1,858
HK$2,527 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Argonaut Hotel
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
3.0 star property
20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,292 reviews)
"Great location! Clean rooms and comfortable beds!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is HK$1,047
HK$1,487 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Balcony

Royal Pacific Motor Inn

Royal Pacific Motor Inn
2.0 star property
22.1 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and big rooms"
United States
Bonnie
The price is HK$800
HK$941 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Royal Pacific Motor Inn
Terrace/patio

Wharf Inn

Wharf Inn
2.5 star property
20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,165 reviews)
"the staff was amazing. the receptionist even offered us her personal umbrellas to use since we forgot ours."
United States
Melissa
The price is HK$1,231
HK$1,449 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Wharf Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

Find the best Downtown San Rafael areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Southeast San Rafael

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

Dominican

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

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.

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 Falkirk Cultural Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"No complaints, they did a great job."
RAUL 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

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 Classic Billiards while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown San Rafael?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown is the highest ranked property in Downtown San Rafael. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and a bar.
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 Marin History Museum while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown San Rafael include San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, 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.