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Our top choices for Downtown San Rafael hotels

2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

1. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (322 reviews)
"Exellent hotel"
United States
Adel
The price is AED 779
AED 874 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sep - 7 Sep
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, (1,006 reviews)
"Great family run place quiet and friendly"
United States
kay
The price is AED 474
AED 531 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Marin Lodge
Fitness facility

3. Marin Suites Hotel

Marin Suites Hotel
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Best family friendly hotel we have rented."
United States
Nikaela
The price is AED 375
AED 421 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Marin Suites Hotel
Terrace/patio

4. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, nice location, very friendly staff and spacious room"
United States
Sandra
The price is AED 565
AED 634 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Best Western Corte Madera Inn
Terrace/patio

5. The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
5.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (661 reviews)
"It was a very clean place to stay. The beds were comfortable and the AC worked great! I would stay there again!"
United States
Ashley
The price is AED 487
AED 545 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Evergreen
Dinner served

6. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
3.0 star property
8.7 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Richard
The price is AED 553
AED 631 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

7. The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
12.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"We had a great stay at this lodge. Booked it 3d time and looking forward to stay again!"
United States
Edward
The price is AED 602
AED 820 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Lodge at Tiburon
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

8. Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
19.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Rooms are fine Hotel was good for location and was close to our relative Staff was very nice and they have breakfast good for price"
United States
shelly
The price is AED 386
AED 425 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Hotel Mira Vista
City view

9. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
4.5 star property
20.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,335 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and great location."
United States
Michelle
The price is AED 670
AED 948 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Argonaut Hotel
Property entrance

10. Marina Motel

Marina Motel
2.0 star property
20.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"This place is a well kept secret! Love the location too!"
United States
Cornelia
The price is AED 571
AED 665 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Marina Motel
Front of property

11. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
20.7 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,709 reviews)
"Great location and clean rooms"
United States
Mike
The price is AED 560
AED 651 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
Exterior

12. 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, (3,684 reviews)
"Great place to stay and great location"
United States
Lina
The price is AED 503
AED 769 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

13. SureStay by Best Western San Francisco Marina District

SureStay by Best Western San Francisco Marina District
2.5 star property
20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
7.6 out of 10, Good, (706 reviews)
"Good hotel to stay at really close walking distance from fisherman’s wharf. Could use more parking spaces but overall really good place to stay."
United States
Marisol
The price is AED 527
AED 613 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
SureStay by Best Western San Francisco Marina District
Property amenity

14. 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, (2,433 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Scott Eugene
The price is AED 514
AED 725 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Property grounds

15. 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, (2,755 reviews)
"beautiful hotel, great location"
United States
heather
The price is AED 585
AED 840 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

16. 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, (7,611 reviews)
"Great breakfast, and overall great stay conveniently located in Fisherman's Wharf"
United States
Saba
The price is AED 518
AED 761 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Front of property

17. Coventry Motor Inn

Coventry Motor Inn
2.5 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 453
AED 527 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Coventry Motor Inn
Fireplace

18. Hotel Del Sol

Hotel Del Sol
3.0 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Incredibly friendly staff!"
United Kingdom
Elizabeth
The price is AED 592
AED 807 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Del Sol
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

19. Star Motel

Star Motel
2.0 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (559 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, perfect location"
United States
Luke
The price is AED 526
AED 612 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Star Motel
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

20. La Casa Inn

La Casa Inn
2.5 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (929 reviews)
"Great Location, updated rooms. Best place we stayed on our trip."
United States
Gonzalo
The price is AED 548
AED 638 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
La Casa Inn
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Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

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

Southeast San Rafael

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Southeast San Rafael and surrounding area, you can visit Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Rolling green hills with a mountain range in the background.

Terra Linda

Discover the Mall at Northgate, Marin County's only enclosed mall, featuring a 15-screen theater complex and anchor tenants like Macy's. Nearby, admire the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Marin County Civic Center building.

Dominican

While there might not be top attractions in Dominican, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

Lucas Valley-Marinwood

Lucas Valley-Marinwood 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.

Lincoln

Lincoln might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Downtown San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I like this hotel."
Nicolas Arthur 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown San Rafael like?
Travelers to San Rafael's Downtown San Rafael neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Rafael travel tips? Be sure to check out Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel 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.
How many hotels are there in Downtown San Rafael?
Expedia has 7 Downtown San Rafael hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater San Rafael area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Rafael, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Downtown San Rafael.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown San Rafael?
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What is there to do around this San Rafael neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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.