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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, (1,004 reviews)
"Cute little motel; helpful staff and clean, well-maintained rooms; good value."
United States
Jack
The price is AED 417
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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, (990 reviews)
"Was very quiet and clean"
United States
Eric
The price is AED 409
AED 458 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room."
United States
Edmund
The price is AED 327
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Muir Woods Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito

Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito
2.0 star property
Mill Valley
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect and quiet. Will stay again."
United States
Marina
The price is AED 368
AED 413 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito
A building with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

5. Marinwood Inn & Suites

Marinwood Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Novato
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Super clean , great amenities, great place to stay !!!"
United States
Ismael
The price is AED 297
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Marinwood Inn & Suites
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, (313 reviews)
"The Tamalpais Motel is a great budget-friendly option! The room was simple and basic, but clean, comfortable, and convenient. The staff was very friendly, and I enjoyed my stay. My only suggestion would be to add a bedside lamp and a soap dish. Overall, an excellent value, and I highly recommend it if you’re looking for an affordable place to stay!"
United States
Thomas
The price is AED 393
AED 441 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Tamalpais Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a shower area.

7. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
2.5 star property
Richmond District
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"We stay here every year for Halloween in SF and every year we are impressed with how clean the room is, how friendly the staff is, and how great the location is!"
United States
Chloe
The price is AED 324
AED 672 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

8. Motel 6 Pinole, CA

Motel 6 Pinole, CA
2.0 star property
Pinole
6.8 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"It’s a place to sleep."
United States
Nicolas
The price is AED 294
AED 324 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Motel 6 Pinole, CA
A bedroom with a bed, a television, a chair, and two framed pictures on the wall.

9. Budget Inn

Budget Inn
2.0 star property
Richmond Annex
6.2 out of 10, (120 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Stephanie
The price is AED 278
AED 305 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Budget Inn
Lobby

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley

Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley
2.5 star property
Pinole
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"This little spot has a great location. It is a cozy older building with a few rough edges but is in general a good, easy stay. The people working there, if you are basically polite to them at all, are extremely helpful and responsive. For the price, a great deal."
United States
Cliff
The price is AED 311
AED 342 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley
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, (1,070 reviews)
"Professional and helpful staff. Great location! Close to everything including the public transportation. Parking included is a plus."
United States
Blanca
The price is AED 297
AED 347 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Surf Motel
A reception area with a reception desk, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a potted plant, and a tiled floor.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Petaluma

Super 8 by Wyndham Petaluma
2.0 star property
Petaluma
6.4 out of 10, (999 reviews)
"Good location, clean room, friendly staff."
United States
Alonzo
The price is AED 249
AED 292 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Petaluma
A modern outdoor patio with a wooden deck, a metal railing, and a seating area with striped cushions.

13. Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District

Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (558 reviews)
"We loved out stay, hotel staff was very helpful."
Canada
Manbir
The price is AED 437
AED 508 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a marble countertop, and various appliances including a coffee maker and a kettle.

14. Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Comfortable shower and bed. Great location near the Presidio and Richardson/ Palace of Fine Arts."
United States
Paul
The price is AED 408
AED 474 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, a television, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

15. 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, (839 reviews)
"Good location, rooms are clean easy to reserve"
United States
Sylvia
The price is AED 307
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Americas Best Value Inn Richmond San Francisco
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.

16. Inn on Broadway

Inn on Broadway
2.5 star property
Pacific Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"This is the best hotel to stay at if you are visiting San Francisco."
United States
Vicki
The price is AED 312
AED 364 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Inn on Broadway
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a sofa, and two framed pictures on the wall.

17. Lombard Plaza Motel

Lombard Plaza Motel
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Good Motel to spend the night."
United States
Caio
The price is AED 487
AED 566 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Lombard Plaza Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a black headboard, and a patterned throw blanket.

18. Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.5 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (216 reviews)
"Location is great and good value for the money for San Francisco!"
United States
martha
The price is AED 261
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Seaside Inn
A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, and a mirror.

19. Inn at Golden Gate

Inn at Golden Gate
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"This is a nice place to stay in San Francisco, we really enjoyed staying at this place and very clean."
United States
Mahmoud
The price is AED 360
AED 426 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Inn at Golden Gate
A living room with a large TV, a wooden cabinet, a black leather chair, a small table with plants, and a window with curtains.

20. Marina Inn

Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Northwest Berkeley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Love the way I can just relax here there’s a lot of restaurants near by too it’s a great location and rooms are kept very clean"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AED 433
AED 498 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Marina Inn
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Learn more about San Rafael

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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A long bridge spanning a body of water with mountains in the background during twilight.

Top reviews in San Rafael

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

Villa Inn

Villa Inn
Lincoln

10/10 Excellent

This is an older hotel - kinda feels like visiting my grandma. That said, the rooms are spacious, the folks are super friendly. If you need 5-star, go elsewhere. If you want friendly and affordable with good amenities, stay here. I stay here every time I travel to a Bay Area race.
United States
Terri
Reviewed April 29, 2025
Villa Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Rafael?

Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in San Rafael. 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?

Motels often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Motels began in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveler 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' top 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 parking. Inn on Broadway: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like 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 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 parking.

What can I do in San Rafael?

As you're sightseeing around this family-friendly area, take time to check out the shops and festivals. Visitors like San Rafael for the entertainment venues, forests, and restaurants. Favorite 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 roadtrip, 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 temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for San Rafael is 21 inches.

What are my options for getting around San Rafael when 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 Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 25 mi (40.3 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 25.9 mi (41.7 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.