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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, (320 reviews)
"Exellent hotel"
United States
Adel
The price is P12,893
P14,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great family run place quiet and friendly"
United States
kay
The price is P7,838
P8,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Marin Lodge
Terrace/patio

3. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, nice location, very friendly staff and spacious room"
United States
Sandra
The price is P9,362
P10,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Best Western Corte Madera Inn
Dinner served

4. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Richard
The price is P9,153
P10,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
Fitness facility

5. 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 P6,216
P6,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Marin Suites Hotel
Terrace/patio

6. The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
5.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (659 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 P8,484
P9,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Evergreen
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, (1,015 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 P10,425
P14,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Lodge at Tiburon
Lobby sitting area

8. 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, (7,602 reviews)
"Great breakfast, and overall great stay conveniently located in Fisherman's Wharf"
United States
Saba
The price is P7,808
P11,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Exterior

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
22 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (5,025 reviews)
"A great stay at a great location."
United States
Blythe
The price is P7,471
P8,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Terrace/patio

10. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
24.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,280 reviews)
"We had a great stay and loved the breakfast!"
United States
Xiaolei
The price is P12,881
P15,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Property amenity

11. 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, (2,430 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and staff was very friendly and helpful."
United States
Scott Eugene
The price is P9,783
P13,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
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, (3,678 reviews)
"Great place to stay and great location"
United States
Lina
The price is P8,793
P13,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
Living area

13. 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, (1,707 reviews)
"Great location and clean rooms"
United States
Mike
The price is P9,266
P10,778 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
View from room

14. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
25.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,629 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay."
United States
richard
The price is P9,426
P11,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Coffee shop

15. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
25 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,584 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Fernando
The price is P14,279
P16,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
Terrace/patio

16. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,115 reviews)
"Location is ideal!"
United States
danny
The price is P10,451
P15,282 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Property grounds

17. 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, (2,748 reviews)
"beautiful hotel, great location"
United States
heather
The price is P9,219
P13,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

18. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
21 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,623 reviews)
"Clean room, great and friendly staff, and breakfast was great."
United States
Angel
The price is P8,222
P9,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Comfort Inn by the Bay
Meeting facility

19. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4.0 star property
22.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,408 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Saul
The price is P13,927
P19,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Sports facility

20. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
25.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,386 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Daniel
The price is P9,244
P10,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
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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.

Top Downtown San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

8/10 Good
"Staff were abrupt upon our initial arrival but softened as our stay progressed. I am more so eluding to the front desk, the bellhop and valet attendants were very kind and helpful. Location is great for walking to major tourist attractions as in pier 39 and Lombard street. The surrounding area is dated and suspect at night but all in all good spot for vacationers as ourselves. We traveled with 2 children and the outdoor space was nice to unwind in the evening hours, a pool would’ve been a nice plus but we knew they didn’t have on before booking. We also paid for a “city view” but all we got was a giant tree outside our window blocking any “view” and was accompanied by what they call “city music” which equated to screaming people and loud cars blazing down the road in the early morning hours."
Josh 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

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.
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.