Downtown San Rafael

San Rafael

An aerial view of a city with a mix of modern and historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a hilly backdrop.
A pink church with a central tower, two side towers, and a large cross at the top.
A church sign for the Church of Saint Raphael Mission San Rafael Arcangel.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A statue of a man holding a staff in a garden with a white building in the background.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown San Rafael

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 P7,527 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
P7,527
P8,859 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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 ...
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is P8,347 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
P8,347
P12,430 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,744 reviews)
"Great inexpensive resort with a fabulous breakfast."

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P9,033 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
P9,033
P10,631 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,898 reviews)
"Great time. Favorite place in the bay"

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St San Francisco CA
The price is P4,524 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
P4,524
P5,324 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and Netflix. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is P5,626 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
P5,626
P6,622 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
55 Cyril Magnin St San Francisco CA
The price is P9,239 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
P9,239
P10,874 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,738 reviews)
"All in all the hotel was nice. I have two complaints. The woman checking us in was very curt, appeared annoyed and never smiled. Perhaps she was having a bad day. She made things not start well. The bar experience was nice with great staff but the cocktails were over priced. $22 for a single cocktail? ..."

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton 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.

Lucas Valley-Marinwood

Lucas Valley-Marinwood might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and Mission San Rafael Arcangel are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 American Legion Log Cabin.

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.

Canal

While there might not be top attractions in Canal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Mission San Rafael Arcangel.



Downtown San Rafael