Hotels in Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael

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AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (278 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a great location walkable to restaurants"
United States
Brenda
The price is CA $339
CA $380 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
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, (7,470 reviews)
"Great location and breakfast was superior! "
United States
Adam
The price is CA $194
CA $286 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
24.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,156 reviews)
"Clean great location great breakfast Beds comfy"
United States
Zorintha Ann
The price is CA $260
CA $306 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
25 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,509 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel!"
United States
Ulises
The price is CA $301
CA $354 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
LUMA Hotel San Francisco

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, (4,619 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
United States
Lynda Elaine
The price is CA $182
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

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, (1,312 reviews)
"Clean room, very good breakfast staff are very nice ."
United States
Ramzi
The price is CA $209
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, breakfast is ok , close to restaurants and UC Berkeley"
United States
phuoc
The price is CA $238
CA $274 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
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, (1,196 reviews)
"great property and staff, will def come back!"
United States
Raymond
The price is CA $198
CA $228 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

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, (1,450 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Leslie
The price is CA $171
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

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, (3,780 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and friendly/helpful staff."
United States
Liliana
The price is CA $197
CA $298 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4.0 star property
23.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,261 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Anastasia
The price is CA $216
CA $309 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
4.0 star property
20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,591 reviews)
"We had a great stay with clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Kara
The price is CA $205
CA $297 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean rooms, and staff was great!"
United States
Beya
The price is CA $209
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

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, (1,185 reviews)
"property was really nice and clean"
United States
Mackysianee
The price is CA $202
CA $226 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4.0 star property
22.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,227 reviews)
"One of the best breakfast , great amenities, must experience. "
Canada
Ruchitha
The price is CA $274
CA $385 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Very friendly staff at reception and great stay."
United States
ROGER
The price is CA $207
CA $236 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing staff and room. Breakfast was delicious and had so many options"
United States
Ana
The price is CA $157
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

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, (1,023 reviews)
"Awesome breakfast and so clean and beautiful"
United States
Sonja
The price is CA $224
CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
5.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (541 reviews)
"very clean and comfortable "
United States
Becky
The price is CA $179
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
The Evergreen

Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
4.5 star property
20.6 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,326 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is CA $329
CA $447 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Argonaut 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. Learn more about Downtown San Rafael
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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 Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Terra Linda

Discover the Mall at Northgate, Marin County's only enclosed mall, featuring a 15-screen theater complex and anchor tenants like Macy's. Nearby, admire the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Marin County Civic Center building.

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 Farmers' Market.

Gerstle Park

While Gerstle Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Lucas Valley-Marinwood

Lucas Valley-Marinwood might not have many top sights, but Novato Arts Center at Hamilton Field and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown San Rafael like?
Travelers to San Rafael's Downtown San Rafael neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown San Rafael travel tips? Be sure to check out Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Downtown San Rafael.
What is there to do around this San Rafael neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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.