San Rafael, CA

Travel Guide

Mission San Rafael Arcangel showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes religious elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Mission San Rafael Arcangel featuring religious aspects and a statue or sculpture
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes a statue or sculpture
Mission San Rafael Arcangel featuring a statue or sculpture

Where to stay in San Rafael

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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.

Terra Linda
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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.

Country Club
Mission San Rafael Arcangel showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and religious elements

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center.

Downtown San Rafael
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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.

Gerstle Park
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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.

Picnic Valley
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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.

West End
Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County
Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County
3 out of 5
1010 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA
The price is AED 404 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
AED 404
AED 453 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Rafael. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,161 reviews)
"This hotel has clearly been recently renovated - I was nervous about the condition of the rooms when reading reviews, but our room was lovely overlooking the pool. The bathroom was a bit small, but otherwise the room was in great condition. The staff are friendly, especially the bartender. Overall ..."

Reviewed on 9 June 2025

Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA
The price is AED 694 per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
AED 694
AED 986 total
13 Jun - 14 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,686 reviews)
"Clean, up to date and great services"

Reviewed on 10 June 2025

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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 496 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
AED 496
AED 584 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,069 reviews)
"Clean room. Comfortable bed. Wish they had valet parking."

Reviewed on 10 June 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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.
Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Pets/Electric Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge
Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Pets/Electric Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge
San Rafael
Stay at this apartment in San Rafael. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a garden. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Marin ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)
Great little spot!
"This is a cute/romantic little place that sleeps 2 comfortably. We loved the jacuzzi & sauna, and the neighborhood was pretty quiet. Lots of nice plants on the back patio, with a table and bench. Theres a beautiful tree growing over the house in the backyard and you can see through the skylight over ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Pets/Electric Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge
Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven
Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven
San Rafael
Stay at this villa in San Rafael. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a sauna. Popular attractions Marin Country Mart and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Wifes 40th birthday with dearest close friends! Best Place for a special occassion!!
"This place was absolutely perfect for my wifes 40th birthday get together with our closest friends. We had so much fun and itnwas just what we all needed for a quick 2 day getaway. This place was Super clean when we arrived and the check in was so easy. We communicate by text and phone with Sherry ..."

Reviewed on 9 June 2025

Tranquil Waterfront Retreat Haven
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
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 (2,736 reviews)
"Very friendly they help you if you need something thank you so much"

Reviewed on 1 June 2025

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
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.

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Reviews of San Rafael

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Top Destination
5 - Excellent
83
5 - Excellent 31%
4 - Good
119
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
48
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
6
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
8
1 - Terrible 3%

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

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!