Hotels in Downtown San Rafael

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Our top choices for Downtown San Rafael hotels

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (268 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a great location walkable to restaurants"
United States
Brenda
The price is S$284
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
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, (7,442 reviews)
"Great family stay! "
United States
Brian
The price is S$242
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
2.0 star property
Lincoln, 1.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and fantastic staff. Room was great. Would stay there again. "
United States
Shannon
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Marin Lodge

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, (4,567 reviews)
"The food, the rooms, the views everything about this hotel is fantastic"
United States
Tamara
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
19.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Staff was great, hotel was very clean, very nice location..."
United States
Jose
The price is S$142
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Hotel Mira Vista

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, (1,436 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel."
United States
ed
The price is S$191
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

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 S$219
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

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, (1,009 reviews)
"Great breakfast! Friendly staff! Clean facility!"
United States
Karen
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
23.7 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, breakfast is ok , close to restaurants and UC Berkeley"
United States
phuoc
The price is S$203
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
25.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,185 reviews)
"Great location and very nice staff"
United States
Linda
The price is S$206
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

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, (3,812 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and the location was fantastic!"
Australia
Steve
The price is S$277
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Casa Loma Hotel

Casa Loma Hotel
2.0 star property
23.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff is lovely,l"
United States
Melanie
The price is S$116
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Casa Loma Hotel

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, (1,308 reviews)
"It was a spectacular stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is S$218
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

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, (1,011 reviews)
"Great breakfast, clean room, helpful staff"
United States
Zohaib
The price is S$218
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hotel des Arts

Hotel des Arts
2.0 star property
22.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Cozy room, excellent location."
United States
Yesenia
The price is S$79
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Hotel des Arts

King George Hotel

King George Hotel
3.0 star property
23.1 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,115 reviews)
"Had a great stay"
United States
dave
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
King George Hotel

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, (1,007 reviews)
" Great location, custom made breakfast omelet!"
United States
Prasad
The price is S$255
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Hotel Fiona

Hotel Fiona
3.5 star property
23.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,115 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and helpful, parking well arranged, cute breakfast set up of a few pasties and fresh fruit "
United Kingdom
Chloe
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hotel Fiona

YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco
3.0 star property
23.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,019 reviews)
"The breakfast was good, easy"
United States
Oriel
The price is S$207
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
YOTEL San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
25 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,473 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel!"
United States
Ulises
The price is S$343
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
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Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

Find the best Downtown San Rafael 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.

Gerstle Park

While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

Terra Linda

Terra Linda 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.

Dominican

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown San Rafael like?
Travellers to San Rafael's Downtown San Rafael neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Downtown San Rafael travel tips? Make sure that you visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place 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! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown San Rafael.
What is there to do around this San Rafael neighbourhood?
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 neighbourhood. 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.