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Our top choices for San Rafael 3-star hotels

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.
A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.

1. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Maria
CA $262
CA $308 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.
A hotel lobby with a red patterned carpet, two white armchairs, a sofa with red cushions, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with arched windows and a well-lit facade.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves with bottles.

2. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Jesus
CA $144
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
The Pickwick Hotel
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.
A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Union Square
United States
Jay
CA $213
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.
A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

4. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
John
CA $192
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Handlery Union Square Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'SONESTA' sign, surrounded by trees and a parking area.
A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and chairs, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
Jerardo
CA $194
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view into the dining area.
A man pouring a drink at a bar with a modern interior, including pendant lighting and a visible seating area in the background.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, grey armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a dining area with red chairs.
A multi-story building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a visible ground-level cafe.

6. King George Hotel

King George Hotel
Union Square
Mexico
David
CA $139
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
King George Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter, and a television screen.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, white countertops, and a central island with fruits and jars.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and tables.

7. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Greg
CA $274
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a bar counter with bottles.
A reception area with a mosaic wall, a blue counter, and a tiled floor.

8. Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Igor
CA $139
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Julian
A marina with multiple boats docked, a large hotel with a sign reading "Shandon," and a backdrop of green hills.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of a marina through large windows.
A large resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a marina with boats.
A marina with boats docked, a large building with multiple stories, and a hilly landscape in the background.

9. Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma

Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
Petaluma
United States
Michael
CA $166
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, bar stools, and a seating area with blue sofas.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large screen displaying the weather.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.

10. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Fisherman's Wharf
Canada
Marcin
CA $274
CA $369 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
A modern bistro with a curved counter, a variety of food and drink options, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a television above.
A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring palm trees and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved sofa, round tables, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley
Vallejo
United States
Saira
CA $130
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a mural.
A mural with abstract human figures and a green pattern, outdoor seating with cushions, and a building facade with windows.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central fire feature, surrounded by buildings with large windows and string lights.
A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a bookshelf with various items.

12. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Teresa
CA $322
CA $379 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a body of water.
A modern restaurant with high tables and chairs, a bar area, and a fireplace.

13. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
San Antonio
United States
Evelyn
CA $184
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large potted plant.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.

14. Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel
Union Square
United States
Christie
CA $136
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Tilden Hotel
A corridor with a mosaic wall depicting a bridge and cityscape, wooden flooring, and a reception area in the distance.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large painting, a sofa with colorful cushions, a yellow armchair, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a large lamp, and a red carpet with text.
A hotel corridor with wooden flooring, a suite shop on the left, and a wall with a blue abstract pattern.

15. Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center

Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Brandon
CA $207
CA $244 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center
A buffet counter with coffee machines, a TV, and various food items.
A golf course with a pond, trees, and a path.
A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.
A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a bed, and a sitting area with a table and a chair.

16. Stanyan Park Hotel

Stanyan Park Hotel
Golden Gate
United States
Amy
CA $285
CA $332 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Stanyan Park Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.
A spacious living area with a large wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a modern kitchen in the background.
A Hilton Garden Inn hotel with a large building and a smaller annex.
A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a flat-screen TV, a red office chair, a grey sofa, and a small round table.

17. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
Emeryville
United States
somkait
CA $206
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
A staircase with ornate black metal railings and marble steps.
A person sitting by a window with a view of a cityscape, including a prominent building with a dome.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

18. YOTEL San Francisco, Select by Hilton

YOTEL San Francisco, Select by Hilton
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Olivia
CA $177
CA $266 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
YOTEL San Francisco, Select by Hilton
A spacious lobby with a curved ceiling, large windows, and a reception desk.
A modern lounge area with leather sofas, armchairs, and round tables. Large windows offer views of the cityscape.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign, featuring a modern design with large windows and a corner entrance.

19. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
Emeryville
United States
Sheila
CA $243
CA $273 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A restaurant with a classic interior, featuring wooden tables and chairs, chandeliers, and large windows with views outside.
A sign for "The TOSSER" hotel, featuring a classic architectural style with ornate detailing and large windows.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and a large chandelier.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a tray, a lamp, a bathroom with a sink, and a window with blinds.

20. The Mosser

The Mosser
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Mónica
CA $180
CA $212 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
The Mosser
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CA $212
CA $315 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
includes taxes & fees
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CA $181
CA $209 total
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CA $230
CA $271 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
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Just 20 minutes from San Francisco, this Marin County gem offers perfect access to Muir Woods' towering redwoods and Point Reyes' wild beaches. Explore the revitalized downtown's farm-to-table restaurants before catching an indie film at the historic Rafael Theatre, where locals gather for post-screening discussions.

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The top 3 Stars hotels in San Rafael, San Rafael may offer some of the best discounts and rates, but these properties are anything but average. Travelers love San Rafael 3 Stars hotels for their top quality services, just-like-home amenities, and wallet-friendly prices. You can even get access to fantastic perks like delectable restaurants, so-cool cocktail bars, and spacious fitness centres.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in San Rafael?
Courtyard San Francisco Larkspur Landing/Marin County, around 3 kilometres southeast of downtown San Rafael, is a guest favourite. Hypo-allergenic bedding and a cafe are among its many conveniences. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County is another 3-star hotel that rates highly with travellers. It offers mountain views and a swimming pool, and is about 3 kilometres north of the city centre.
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