Downtown San Rafael, CA

San Rafael

An aerial view of a city with a mix of modern and historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a hilly backdrop.
A pink church with a central tower, two side towers, and a large cross at the top.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A statue of a man holding a staff in a garden with a white building in the background.
A statue of a man holding a staff in front of a white building with windows and a red roof.

Stay near popular Downtown San Rafael attractions

Mission San Rafael Arcangel

9.0/10 (73 reviews)
Find out about the history of San Rafael when you spend time at Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
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Downtown San Rafael Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is AED 559 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
AED 559
AED 658 total
31 Aug - 1 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,125 reviews)
"For the price and location I don’t think you can get anything better honestly and buy the parking pass when you buy the room not in person."

Reviewed on 6 August 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is AED 459 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
AED 459
AED 691 total
31 Aug - 1 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,599 reviews)
"Room was great Nice bed and pillows. Enjoyed the breakfast buffet and the staff was very helpful Also loved the location"

Reviewed on 6 August 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St San Francisco CA
The price is AED 588 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
AED 588
AED 692 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
The price is AED 603 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
AED 603
AED 710 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,398 reviews)
"The hotels is in a great central location, but this is a very dated hotel. Its not had any modernisation done since it was built. There is no onsite bar or restaurant, but the pool is a nice add on. My biggest warning to families is the area, whilst closely located to big brand shops, this is a very ..."

Reviewed on 6 August 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
55 Cyril Magnin St San Francisco CA
The price is AED 559 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
AED 559
AED 658 total
4 Sep - 5 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,571 reviews)
"Great hotel. I was told by the staff that was checking us in that the resort fee was removed since last year. Security was great! We felt safe"

Reviewed on 5 August 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
The price is AED 549 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
AED 549
AED 647 total
4 Sep - 5 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
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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

While there might not be top attractions in Terra Linda, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

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.

Downtown San Rafael, CA

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