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AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (273 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a great location walkable to restaurants"
United States
Brenda
The price is P12,670
P14,215 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

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, (7,476 reviews)
"Great family stay! "
United States
Brian
The price is P8,791
P12,844 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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, (2,154 reviews)
"Clean great location great breakfast Beds comfy"
United States
Zorintha Ann
The price is P12,063
P14,198 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
25 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,485 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel!"
United States
Ulises
The price is P13,834
P16,282 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
LUMA Hotel San Francisco

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, (4,578 reviews)
"Great price for a clean comfortable stay in Berkeley"
United States
Mary
The price is P8,282
P9,540 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

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, (1,312 reviews)
"It was a spectacular stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P9,183
P10,302 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
25.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,192 reviews)
"great property and staff, will def come back!"
United States
Raymond
The price is P8,729
P10,056 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

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, (2,221 reviews)
"One of the best breakfast , great amenities, must experience. "
Canada
Ruchitha
The price is P13,276
P18,412 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

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, (3,820 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and friendly/helpful staff."
United States
Liliana
The price is P9,651
P14,283 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4.0 star property
23.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,275 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Anastasia
The price is P9,485
P13,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
5.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531 reviews)
"Nice property. "
United States
Chris
The price is P7,911
P8,860 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
The Evergreen

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
3.5 star property
Civic Center, 3.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Awesome breakfast and so clean and beautiful"
United States
Sonja
The price is P10,718
P12,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
25.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Great breakfast, clean room, helpful staff"
United States
Zohaib
The price is P9,214
P10,338 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center
2.5 star property
29.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"This is the second time I’ve stayed at this hotel. Staff is always friendly and helpful, rooms are spotless and incredibly quiet, breakfast offerings are extensive and excellent and coffee and tea service is available 24/7. I plan on staying there again in December."
United States
Debra
The price is P7,381
P8,577 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Very friendly staff at reception and great stay."
United States
ROGER
The price is P8,811
P10,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

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, (2,557 reviews)
"We had a great stay with clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Kara
The price is P8,096
P12,026 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel VIA

Hotel VIA
4.0 star property
24.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,551 reviews)
"Clean quiet, very friendly staff"
United States
Jerame
The price is P11,403
P13,420 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Hotel VIA

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, (1,444 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel."
United States
ed
The price is P7,491
P9,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

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, (2,360 reviews)
"Friendly staff and located near mall the tourist places."
United States
Fernando
The price is P8,699
P12,202 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
23 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,018 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, excellent location, beautiful and high quality bedding and in-room decoration."
United States
Ines
The price is P8,168
P12,101 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Galleria Park Hotel
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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 Larkspur Ferry Terminal 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.

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 Novato Arts Center at Hamilton Field and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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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.
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.