4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
San Rafael area.. people was nice.. place was no crowd like San Francisco.. Great place for visit.. M. S. Li
San Rafael, CA
Travel Guide
Visit San Rafael
Where to stay in San Rafael
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.
Country Club
While Country Club might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin Country Mart.
Gerstle Park
While Gerstle Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.
Picnic Valley
Though Picnic Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
West End
West End might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 383 per night from May 11 to May 12
AED 383
AED 602 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,370 reviews)
"N/a"
Reviewed on 7 May 2025
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 468 per night from May 26 to May 27
AED 468
AED 551 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,915 reviews)
Very pleasant and safe Hilton hotel.
"Staff is pleasant and responsive. They are very professional. The hotel environment is clean and safe. Very secured parking structure. A lot of restaurants are nearby the Polk street. A variety of food selections."
Reviewed on 6 May 2025
Handlery Union Square Hotel
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 526 per night from May 9 to May 10
AED 526
AED 619 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,358 reviews)
May 2025 Visit
"This was a fun weekend trip with a friend and we were so comfortable here. Loved being in the historic side of the house. Everything was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 5 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
400 Park St, Alameda, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,717 reviews)
"Great stay, nice people, good location"
Reviewed on 28 April 2025
Cute & Colourful Oceanside Cottage w Garden
Stinson Beach
Stay at this cottage in Stinson Beach. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Muir Woods National Monument and Stinson Beach ...
Great location
"If you are looking for some beach time - this is the place. Great access to the beach. If the evenings/nights are chilly there is only 1 space heater so use accordingly. The sofa bed is lumpy but serviceable. The TV is in the bedroom and we could not get it to work. The owner offered suggestions ..."
Reviewed on 22 March 2025
Beautiful and Lush Hidden Wisteria Getaway
Alameda
Stay at this cottage in Alameda. Enjoy a garden, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions San Francisco Bay and Oakland Arena are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (267 reviews)
Great time!
"We had a wonderful stay"
Reviewed on 28 April 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Marin County Civic Center
4/5(5 reviews)
After visiting Marin County Civic Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Mission San Rafael Arcangel
5/5(6 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.
China Camp State Park
Enjoy a trip to China Camp State Park and popular activities like hiking in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area.
Marin History Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Marin History Museum during your trip to San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
Dominican University of California
5/5(5 reviews)
Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.
McNears Beach Country Park
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, McNears Beach Country Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to San Rafael. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Reviews of San Rafael
4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
ScarletB.
Terrapin Crossroads is a big asset :) Nice cafe’s...
3/5 - Okay
Carlota
I like the mission.
3/5 - Okay
RL
It's a smaller, sleepier town than I expected. I was in the area to visit Muir Woods.
5/5 - Excellent
"D"
Marin County, Bay Area, wonderful place with so much to see and do ... and with such beauty. Just don't stay at the hotel while under construction. Come back after and it will be delightfully worth it.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Its the bay!
- Marin County Civic Center
- Dominican University of California
- Mission San Rafael Arcangel
- China Camp State Park
- McNears Beach Country Park
- Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market
- Peacock Gap Golf Club
- San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
- Falkirk Cultural Center
- Marin History Museum
- Gerstle Park
- Classic Billiards
- Rebound Bookstore
- Marin Bocce Federation
- Oracle Park
- Pier 39
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Golden Gate Park
- San Francisco Bay
- Moscone Convention Center
- Chase Center
- Lombard Street
- Alcatraz Island
- Sonoma Plaza
- Jack London Square
- Presidio of San Francisco
- Muir Woods National Monument
- University of California
- San Francisco State University
- Sonoma Raceway
- University of San Francisco