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Our top choices for San Rafael motels

A restaurant with wooden floors, black chairs, and tables. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

1. Villa Inn

Villa Inn
2.0 star property
Lincoln
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Liked the quiet location and friendly staff"
United States
Robert
The price is HK$791
HK$886 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Villa Inn
A reception desk with a sign reading "NORTH BAY INN" above it.

2. North Bay Inn

North Bay Inn
2.0 star property
Canal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (983 reviews)
"Everything was great the people tht work there very hospitality"
United States
Eric
The price is HK$1,024
HK$1,146 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
North Bay Inn
A sign for Mur Woods Lodge with a stone pillar and a wooden signboard.

3. Muir Woods Lodge

Muir Woods Lodge
2.5 star property
Almonte
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"All around great place to come and stay"
United States
Mark
The price is HK$683
HK$765 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Muir Woods Lodge
A building with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

4. Marinwood Inn & Suites

Marinwood Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Novato
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Super clean , great amenities, great place to stay !!!"
United States
Ismael
The price is HK$638
HK$772 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Marinwood Inn & Suites
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, a sink, and a window overlooking a landscape.

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito

Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito
2.0 star property
Mill Valley
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect and quiet. Will stay again."
United States
Marina
The price is HK$853
HK$956 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito
A building with a sign indicating it is a motel, a window with shutters, and a row of pink roses along the side.

6. Tamalpais Motel

Tamalpais Motel
2.0 star property
Mill Valley
7.0 out of 10, Good, (298 reviews)
"Clean room and very friendly staff. Shops like 7/11 and McDonalds are walking distance. Very close to freeway and easily accessible."
United States
Purificacion
The price is HK$840
HK$941 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tamalpais Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

7. Motel 6 Pinole, CA

Motel 6 Pinole, CA
2.0 star property
Pinole
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"if you need a place to stay! the best thing is everything around the motel."
United States
Jonathan
The price is HK$612
HK$674 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Motel 6 Pinole, CA

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley

Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley
2.5 star property
Pinole
6.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"The carpets need a cleaning, other than that it was an okay place to rest for the night."
United States
Sara
The price is HK$656
HK$723 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, a television, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

9. Americas Best Value Inn Richmond San Francisco

Americas Best Value Inn Richmond San Francisco
2.0 star property
Richmond Annex
7.0 out of 10, Good, (830 reviews)
"Good location, rooms are clean easy to reserve"
United States
Sylvia
The price is HK$655
HK$720 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Americas Best Value Inn Richmond San Francisco
A bedroom with a bed, a television, a chair, and two framed pictures on the wall.

10. Budget Inn

Budget Inn
2.0 star property
Richmond Annex
6.6 out of 10, (108 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Stephanie
The price is HK$593
HK$652 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Budget Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp. There is a framed picture on the wall and a carpeted floor.

11. Surf Motel

Surf Motel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,020 reviews)
"Great stay as per usual."
United States
Miguel
The price is HK$572
HK$666 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Surf Motel
A reception area with a striped floor, a reception desk, a counter, a chandelier, and a wall-mounted TV.

12. Motel Capri

Motel Capri
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"It’s was good view and stores and shops close by. As well as parks and places to see"
United States
Marcos
The price is HK$825
HK$1,000 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Motel Capri
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

13. Presidio Parkway Inn

Presidio Parkway Inn
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.6 out of 10, Good, (838 reviews)
"Staff was very courteous and helped with anything I needed"
United States
Kurla
The price is HK$678
HK$827 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Presidio Parkway Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a shower area.

14. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
2.5 star property
Richmond District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Great beds, great bathrooms, great location."
United States
Katharina
The price is HK$1,115
HK$1,927 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a marble countertop, and various appliances including a coffee maker and a kettle.

15. Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Close to Presidio, 10 min to baker Beach, good dog friendly place to stay"
United States
steve
The price is HK$975
HK$1,135 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

16. Motel 6 San Francisco, CA - Lombard Street

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA - Lombard Street
2.5 star property
Marina District
6.0 out of 10, (578 reviews)
"The property is super run down and smells. The plus is that it’s in a nice walkable area close to many places and has cheap parking"
United States
Terje
The price is HK$699
HK$860 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 San Francisco, CA - Lombard Street
A modern outdoor patio with a wooden deck, a metal railing, and a seating area with striped cushions.

17. Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District

Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (530 reviews)
"Very nice room and pleasant and helpful staff"
United States
David
The price is HK$1,090
HK$1,268 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a television.

18. Inn at Golden Gate

Inn at Golden Gate
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"great location.comfy beds, quite."
United States
John
The price is HK$793
HK$939 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Inn at Golden Gate
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a sofa, and two framed pictures on the wall.

19. Lombard Plaza Motel

Lombard Plaza Motel
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Basic and clean room perfect for a short stay, convenient location to visit the city!"
Italy
Carlotta
The price is HK$930
HK$1,082 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Lombard Plaza Motel
A modern building with a prominent 'Inn' sign, featuring a mix of contemporary and classical architecture, located at a street corner with a clear view of the sky.

20. Inn on Broadway

Inn on Broadway
2.5 star property
Pacific Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Good location for exploring San Fran."
United States
Jason
The price is HK$1,074
HK$1,251 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Inn on Broadway
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good
"The hotel was exceptionally clean and well-maintained and the room was great. Would highly recommend it. I had a minor issue with my room key due to a system glitch but other than that the hotel was excellent."
Keyur 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Find out more about San Rafael

San Rafael Motels information

Number of reviews
8,310
Accommodation
78 Motels
Lowest Price
HK$652
Highest Price
HK$1,927

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Rafael?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what San Rafael has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in San Rafael, as well as Muir Woods National Monument and Pier 39 in the area.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveller taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in San Rafael?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Villa Inn: Stay within a short 6-minute drive of San Francisco Bay. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Inn on Broadway: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central San Rafael is 13.6 mi (21.9 km) away. Muir Woods Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay: Central San Rafael is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) away. Free WiFi, parking and a terrace are available during your stay. Lombard Plaza Motel: 13.1 mi (21 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in San Rafael?
As you're sightseeing around this family-friendly area, take time to explore the shops and festivals. Visitors like San Rafael for the entertainment venues, forests and restaurants. Favourite places in and around San Rafael include San Francisco Bay, Muir Woods National Monument and Pier 39. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: McNears Beach Country Park, Gerstle Park and Field of Dogs Dog Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Rebound Bookstore, Bay Area Discovery Museum and Aquarium of the Bay.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Rafael?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Rafael to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for San Rafael is 543 mm.
What are my options for getting around San Rafael while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in San Rafael to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), which is located 25 mi (40.3 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 25.9 mi (41.7 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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