What is Civic Center like?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that San Rafael's Civic Center neighbourhood has to offer. Are you looking for Civic Center travel tips? Make sure that you visit Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Civic Center?

Based on our traveller data, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center is one of the top choices for your stay in Civic Center. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Civic Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Civic Center.

What is there to do in this San Rafael neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Civic Center are Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market. When you're sightseeing in San Rafael, Falkirk Cultural Center and Marin History Museum are also worth a stop.

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An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and string lights.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Civic Center

Shrleen

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with multiple seating options and a well-stocked bar counter.

2. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

5.5 km from Civic Center

Robert

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A sign for Marin Lodge with a 'No Vacancy' message.

3. Marin Lodge

Lincoln, 1.8 km from Civic Center

Betsy

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with wooden floors, black chairs, and tables. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

4. Villa Inn

Lincoln, 1.9 km from Civic Center

Robert

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A circular fire pit with seating around it, surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola overhead.

5. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

8 km from Civic Center

Nathan

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor living area with a stone wall, wooden deck, and outdoor furniture.

6. The Evergreen

8.6 km from Civic Center

Rod

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

7. Marin Suites Hotel

7.7 km from Civic Center

Nicole

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and umbrellas branded with "Tiburon."

8. The Lodge at Tiburon

15.4 km from Civic Center

Joy

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

23.8 km from Civic Center

Troy

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

24 km from Civic Center

Martin

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand foyer with a chandelier, a staircase, and a seating area with a round table.

11. University Inn & Suites Berkeley

25.3 km from Civic Center

German

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant with brick walls, large windows, blue seating, and white tables.

12. Hampton Inn Petaluma, CA

27.6 km from Civic Center

Michael

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and sofa.

13. Hotel Mira Vista

20.7 km from Civic Center

Sandy

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop terrace with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of tall buildings.

14. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

25.6 km from Civic Center

itzel

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bistro with a curved counter, a variety of food and drink options, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

15. Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley

30.4 km from Civic Center

Saira

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

16. La Casa Inn

24 km from Civic Center

Kim

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with a door, a bench, a chair, and a table.

17. San Remo Hotel

24.2 km from Civic Center

Doug

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a staircase.

18. Hotel Petaluma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

27.9 km from Civic Center

Laura

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern building facade with vertical wooden slats, a glass entrance, and a sign reading "La Société Bar & Cafe".

19. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

26.3 km from Civic Center

Sonia

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern interior with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

20. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

25.9 km from Civic Center

Ramakant

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Where to stay in Civic Center

Find the best Civic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Southeast San Rafael

While there might not be top attractions in Southeast San Rafael, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Marin Country Mart.

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An aerial view of a city with a mix of modern and historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a hilly backdrop.

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

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Rolling green hills with a mountain range in the background.

Terra Linda

Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but Marin County Civic Center and American Legion Log Cabin are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Dominican

While Dominican isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Lucas Valley-Marinwood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucas Valley-Marinwood and surrounding area, you can visit Marin County Civic Center and Mission San Rafael Arcangel.

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Top Civic Center Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I loved everything about this hotel. Not one bad thing to say. Staff, housekeeping, restaurants, gym, were all great. Will definitely go back. Only thing bad was the nightly sirens outside but that has nothing to do with the hotel."

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"They were excellent all the way around. We arrived at 3:40 to the 4:00 check in and they served us immediately. I let the gentleman at the front desk know that we were celebrating my husbands 74th birthday that day and he said he would send a bottle of wine. Instead we received a goodie basket with wine glasses cookies and candy. It was amazing. The coffee was also excellent"

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"i absolutely loved staying here. every aspect of the experience was amazing. The staff was so attentive and kind. The rooms were clean and comfy. The breakfast was really good! The outside patios were THE spot to relax after a long day of walking. If you wondering on whether this hotel is worth the stay, trust me it is."

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"The Marker is a nice retreat a couple of blocks off of Union Square. It's a short walk down to Market for Muni rides or over to Powell to catch the cable car. The room was well appointed with a comfortable bed and pillows. I appreciated the water bottles in the room that the staff refreshed daily as I used them. Water pressure in the shower was excellent. The library in the lobby was a nice place to hang out for a bit rather than sitting in the room. Not to detract from a free perk, but the complimentary coffee manged to taste watered down but burnt at the same time. After dumping that out I bought a $9 12oz latte at Tratto that was also underwhelming. After that, I went elsewhere for breakfast. Overall, I would happily stay here again."

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Our top choices for Civic Center hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

2. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

3. Marin Lodge

4. Villa Inn

5. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

6. The Evergreen

7. Marin Suites Hotel

8. The Lodge at Tiburon

9. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

11. University Inn & Suites Berkeley

12. Hampton Inn Petaluma, CA

13. Hotel Mira Vista

14. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

15. Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley

16. La Casa Inn

17. San Remo Hotel

18. Hotel Petaluma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

19. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

20. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Where to stay in Civic Center

Southeast San Rafael

Downtown San Rafael

Terra Linda

Dominican

Lucas Valley-Marinwood

Top Civic Center Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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