Hotels in Downtown San Rafael

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2 restaurants, breakfast served
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (202)
"Room was spotless, housekeeping accommodating, nice facilities, excellent bar in lobby"
United States
Ethan
The price is S$219
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
Exterior
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
4.0 star property
23.7 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1027)
"Love this hotel in SF."
United States
JONATHAN
The price is S$291
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG
Terrace/patio
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4.0 star property
22.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2813)
"Clean and comfortable room, good staff, great location. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
22.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (706)
"Simple, extremely clean and felt very safe in the area. "
United States
Martin
The price is S$149
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel 32One
Bar (on property)
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
25.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1084)
"Wonderful, will stay here again."
United States
Jennifer
Hotel Shattuck Plaza
Restaurant
Hotel G San Francisco

Hotel G San Francisco

Hotel G San Francisco
4.0 star property
23 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great hotel! Spacious room, friendly staff. "
United States
Courtney
Hotel G San Francisco
Lobby
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
23.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1066)
"Friendly staff, clean, nice lobby, fun old hotel in a great location "
United States
Sharon
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Pickwick Hotel
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
23.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1461)
"Great Hotel, clean room, Staff super friendly and attentive."
United States
LIZ
The price is S$293
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Property entrance
Hotel VIA

Hotel VIA

Hotel VIA
4.0 star property
24.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1503)
"Smooth check in and check out. Nice room and friendly staff in a great location "
United States
Nancy
The price is S$245
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Hotel VIA
Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
25 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1167)
"Nice staff clean rooms"
United States
Kiran
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Lobby
Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
4.0 star property
23 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"I had a great stay. The room was nice, the bed was comfortable, and the staff were very helpful."
United States
Luke
The price is S$232
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Galleria Park Hotel
Front of property
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
4.0 star property
22.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1230)
"Beautiful classy hotel. The staff is amazing and their hospitality made us feel so welcome. "
United States
Querube
The price is S$246
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Exterior
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
23 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2790)
"Clean hotel, great location, kind staff! "
United States
Felix
The price is S$1,593
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan, 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

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, (3835)
"Excellent stay and great location! "
United States
CHRISTINE
The price is S$244
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf
Courtyard
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2333)
"Great decor and really great location"
United States
Jose
The price is S$248
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 22 per person)
citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
23.2 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1426)
"Great location."
United States
Todd
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
citizenM San Francisco Union Square
View from room
Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel
4.0 star property
23.2 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Favorite getaway- great staff, clean rooms very accommodating "
United States
Leticia
The price is S$270
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Harbor Court Hotel
Interior
Orchard Hotel

Orchard Hotel

Orchard Hotel
4.0 star property
22.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Wonderful hotel!!!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan, 2026
Orchard Hotel
Lobby
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
22.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2152)
"Great hotel "
United States
Tanya
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Property entrance
Orchard Garden Hotel

Orchard Garden Hotel

Orchard Garden Hotel
4.0 star property
22.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great location "
Canada
Jorge
The price is S$178
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan, 2026
Orchard Garden Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

Find the best Downtown San Rafael areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

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.

Santa Venetia

Though Santa Venetia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

Picnic Valley

While there might not be top attractions in Picnic Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Top Downtown San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"I love the breakfast and the rooms are clean and roomy. I am not a Fisherman's wharf fan but love to walk and you can get down to the water quickly and walk to the Marina or the Bridge. Or you can easily walk to North Beach, Chinatown or down around the piers. "
Laura 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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.