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Our top choices for San Rafael 3-star hotels

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.
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A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

1. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Duncan
AED 576
AED 678 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.

2. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
John
AED 558
AED 657 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Union Square
United States
eric
AED 467
AED 551 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
A modern interior with wooden paneling, a refrigerated display, and a microwave.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, surrounded by trees and a parking area.

4. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
Tamy
AED 514
AED 618 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.
A spacious cafe with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a variety of seating options including tables and benches.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with arched windows and a well-lit facade.

5. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Jesus
AED 398
AED 468 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Pickwick Hotel
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A modern restaurant with high tables and chairs, a bar area, and a fireplace.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a body of water.

6. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
San Antonio
United States
Evelyn
AED 455
AED 529 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, white countertops, and a central island with fruits and jars.
A modern dining area with a large rectangular table surrounded by upholstered chairs, a decorative chandelier, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

7. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Greg
AED 654
AED 769 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bar counter with bottles.
A reception area with a mosaic wall, a blue counter, and a tiled floor.
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A hotel entrance with a black awning, brick facade, and a fire escape.

8. Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Rob
AED 456
AED 536 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Julian
A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view into the dining area.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, grey armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a dining area with red chairs.
A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a visible ground-level cafe.
A lobby with a dark wood floor, a grey upholstered armchair, and a reception desk with a modern design.

9. King George Hotel

King George Hotel
Union Square
Mexico
David
AED 473
AED 556 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
King George Hotel
A marina with multiple boats docked, a large hotel with a sign reading "Shandon," and a backdrop of green hills.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of a marina through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a view of the atrium.
A large resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a marina with boats.

10. Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma

Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
Petaluma
United States
Thomas M
AED 426
AED 487 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.
A Tilden Hotel with a sign for Tails & Kitchen, a white car parked in front, and a yellow taxi with passengers.

11. Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel
Union Square
United States
Kimberly
AED 338
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Tilden Hotel
A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the weather.
The exterior of a Holiday Inn Express hotel with a clear entrance, a sign indicating 'Entrance Only' and 'Clearance 9-6', and the hotel's name displayed prominently.

12. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Fisherman's Wharf
Canada
Marcin
AED 591
AED 815 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a mural.
A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a bookshelf with various items.
A mural with abstract human figures and a green pattern, outdoor seating with cushions, and a building facade with windows.
A Marriott Vacation Club building with a prominent illuminated sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

13. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
nizar
AED 621
AED 731 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a flat-screen TV, a red office chair, a grey sofa, and a small round table.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of a bridge and water.
A spacious living area with a large wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a modern kitchen in the background.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
Danilo
AED 539
AED 605 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
A corridor with a mosaic wall depicting a bridge and cityscape, wooden flooring, and a reception area in the distance.
A hotel corridor with wooden flooring, a suite shop on the left, and a wall with a blue abstract pattern.
A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a large lamp, and a red carpet with text.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large painting, a sofa with colorful cushions, a yellow armchair, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

15. Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center

Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Lomberly
AED 509
AED 599 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
A restaurant with a classic interior, featuring wooden tables and chairs, chandeliers, and large windows with views outside.
A sign for "The TOSSER" hotel, featuring a classic architectural style with ornate detailing and large windows.
A white robe hanging on a rack in a room with a blue towel, a whiteboard, and a shelf with books and a magazine.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and a large chandelier.

16. The Mosser

The Mosser
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Mónica
AED 497
AED 584 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Mosser
A bar area with multiple seating options and a well-stocked bar counter.
A modern hotel with a palm tree in the foreground, a parking lot, and a sunset sky.
An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a central fire pit.
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of trees.

17. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
Novato
United States
Robert
AED 553
AED 631 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
A bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with patterned chairs, and a view of the outdoors through a door.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Petite Auberge" and the number "863".
An elevator interior with ornate metal panels and a mirrored wall.
A cozy outdoor seating area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a lattice structure.

18. Petite Auberge

Petite Auberge
Union Square
United States
Plain
AED 466
AED 669 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Petite Auberge
A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a bar counter, and multiple bar stools.
A leather sofa with two cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a balcony with plants.
A fire feature in a planter, outdoor seating area, and a building with red accents in the background.
A hotel with a pool, numbered rooms, and lounge chairs.

19. The Phoenix Hotel

The Phoenix Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Tatiana
AED 520
AED 611 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Phoenix Hotel
A spacious lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, a blue sofa, and a trash can.
A hotel reception area with a tea and sherry station, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A cityscape with various buildings, including a hotel with a visible sign.

20. Kensington Park Hotel

Kensington Park Hotel
Union Square
United States
Megan
AED 547
AED 644 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Kensington Park Hotel
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AED 450
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includes taxes & fees
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AED 599 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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AED 514
AED 778 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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Just 20 minutes from San Francisco, this Marin County gem offers perfect access to Muir Woods' towering redwoods and Point Reyes' wild beaches. Explore the revitalized downtown's farm-to-table restaurants before catching an indie film at the historic Rafael Theater, where locals gather for post-screening discussions.

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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian

8/10 Good
"No fridge in the room, not a huge deal just needed to use ice to things cold. Otherwise a fine experience, would stay again if returning to SF."
Joseph 4-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Julian

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Rafael?
Our guests highly recommend Courtyard San Francisco Larkspur Landing/Marin County. It features hypo-allergenic bedding and a swimming pool, and is around 6 kilometers southeast of central San Rafael. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County is another leading 3-star hotel. Located approximately 6 kilometers north of the downtown area, it offers a swimming pool and a garden.
How much does it cost to stay in a 3-star hotel in San Rafael?
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Rafael?
The most obvious difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in San Rafael will be the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are usually more wallet-friendly and come with the services and amenities you need to be comfy, such as breakfast, a gym and WiFi. You can count on a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, deluxe bathroom products and extra touches like on-site spa centers.