Title: 10 Best Hotels in Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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![Sunset light shines on the historic Spanish Colonial mission and downtown skyline of San Rafael, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944334058949931008/44f72a29-9956-4df2-b60f-b1f19354bdd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium)

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Next weekend

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## Our top choices for Downtown San Rafael hotels

![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92380000/92379300/92379278/bc3a57a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92380000/92379300/92379278/12f241b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92380000/92379300/92379278/13ef4c49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92380000/92379300/92379278/cf5f4768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-San-Rafael.h92379278.Hotel-Information)

Downtown San Rafael

9.2/10

Wonderful

(225 reviews)

"Great stay!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Eric

CA $221

CA $248 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-San-Rafael.h92379278.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/75f20517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/a8cef317.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/4e4ef19d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/fb03adf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information)

20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(7,320 reviews)

"excellent breakfast and location "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Leslie

CA $179

CA $266 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 11 - Feb 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/4fd95a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premier Room, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/9e50e45c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/63a5d8bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/30aa972c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Handlery Union Square Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Handlery-Union-Square-Hotel.h6666.Hotel-Information)

23 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.8/10

Excellent

(2,863 reviews)

"Friendly staff great location "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Tiffany

CA $180

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 5 - Mar 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Handlery-Union-Square-Hotel.h6666.Hotel-Information)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/5971a3e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/a67c7266.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/9ba9bb1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/06ec7d41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Golden-Gateway.h10538.Hotel-Information)

22.3 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(5,246 reviews)

"Great stay"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jorge

CA $167

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Golden-Gateway.h10538.Hotel-Information)

![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/575b2d5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/381993a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/67096996.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/9765cbda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information)

20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(3,830 reviews)

"Nice hotel and great staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Tomohiro

CA $183

CA $281 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 11 - Feb 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/ba0da8d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/1e7669a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/22a22cab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily full breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/b954d76f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Berkeley-Marina.h23800.Hotel-Information)

22 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.2/10

Very good

(4,271 reviews)

"Great location great breakfast restaurant!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Maria

CA $179

CA $206 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 19 - Feb 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Berkeley-Marina.h23800.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/96ca1121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/0df576f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/a2b2e8c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/9eb9cbe2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton San Francisco Financial District

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Financial-District.h4302.Hotel-Information)

22.4 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.8/10

Excellent

(2,387 reviews)

"Good stay and really good hospitality. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Alfonso

CA $173

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Financial-District.h4302.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3552/d9a28cf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3552/e6503d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3552/c37b3c13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3552/fcb07f26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zoe-Fishermans-Wharf.h3552.Hotel-Information)

20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,718 reviews)

"Great location, wonderful staff, and nice hotel. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Nivia

CA $164

CA $252 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 19 - Feb 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zoe-Fishermans-Wharf.h3552.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15680000/15674100/15674041/73f16382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15680000/15674100/15674041/1d4be4ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15680000/15674100/15674041/4bbe1308.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15680000/15674100/15674041/87497295.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-EmeryvilleSan-Francisco-Bay-Area.h15674041.Hotel-Information)

25.5 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,006 reviews)

"Courteous staff, quick check in and found the room super clean."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Alazar H

CA $195

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-EmeryvilleSan-Francisco-Bay-Area.h15674041.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/ee9631bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/db29a2e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/ace9cc04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/6d047af9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Fishermans-Wharf-San-Francisco.h22500.Hotel-Information)

20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,521 reviews)

"Good restaurant."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Neil

CA $167

CA $252 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Fishermans-Wharf-San-Francisco.h22500.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11793/d655bded.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11793/1ac737fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11793/3f88e907.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11793/0e7fe7cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Pickwick Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-The-Pickwick-Hotel.h11793.Hotel-Information)

23.5 km from Downtown San Rafael

7.8/10

Good

(1,111 reviews)

"Fantastic Service! Loved my stay!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kelly

CA $135

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 15 - Feb 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-The-Pickwick-Hotel.h11793.Hotel-Information)

![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/5b7dbc33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/064d99a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/538f9e07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/718197ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Regency San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-San-Francisco.h23774.Hotel-Information)

22.9 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.2/10

Wonderful

(2,071 reviews)

"Nice staff and great room views!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

John

CA $243

CA $348 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 6 - Mar 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-San-Francisco.h23774.Hotel-Information)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14451/825e2808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Billiards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14451/73b4f860.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14451/42c7dbc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14451/7e37f2cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### King George Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-King-George-Hotel.h14451.Hotel-Information)

23.1 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.6/10

Excellent

(2,102 reviews)

"Really a nice place"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Charlene

CA $121

CA $163 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-King-George-Hotel.h14451.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/9fbb800a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (with Terrace)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/a4142b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (with Terrace)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/8e808fd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (with Terrace)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/acf84b9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Club-Quarters-Hotel-In-San-Francisco.h912982.Hotel-Information)

22.6 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(2,957 reviews)

"Clean room, great staff "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jennifer

CA $141

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Club-Quarters-Hotel-In-San-Francisco.h912982.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/944f985c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/d2ce10c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Bedroom (Corporate) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/57a12208.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/aff7fa14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Chancellor-Hotel-On-Union-Square.h20547.Hotel-Information)

22.9 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.4/10

Exceptional

(3,195 reviews)

"I loved this stay! Extremely friendly staff and amazing rooms"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Hajar

CA $145

CA $171 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Chancellor-Hotel-On-Union-Square.h20547.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438136/169545aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438136/fbde6e89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438136/dfcb3ab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438136/7fe55669.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Shattuck Plaza

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-Hotel-Shattuck-Plaza.h438136.Hotel-Information)

25.4 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,124 reviews)

"Friendly staff, large room, very quiet."

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Adam

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-Hotel-Shattuck-Plaza.h438136.Hotel-Information)

![Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/472c4721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/76f5cbcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/c1c685ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/1758c6a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-Sonesta-Emeryville.h551060.Hotel-Information)

25.6 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,354 reviews)

"Great place. Would stay again. "

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Irie

CA $165

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-Sonesta-Emeryville.h551060.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578900/578899/7d66de20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily buffet breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578900/578899/7d3dc3be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578900/578899/w5614h3742x0y0-0021dd27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578900/578899/cf567017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Fishermans-Wharf.h578899.Hotel-Information)

20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(2,298 reviews)

"Beautiful room with a nice view of Alcatraz. Will definitely stay here again."

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kevin

CA $178

CA $253 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Fishermans-Wharf.h578899.Hotel-Information)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/173b8dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/a3393d8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/7bc06dc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/19abbe84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zephyr-San-Francisco.h9868852.Hotel-Information)

20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael

8.6/10

Excellent

(2,432 reviews)

"Great location on the wharf, with many restaurants, and activities in the area."

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Frank

CA $181

CA $269 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 17 - Feb 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zephyr-San-Francisco.h9868852.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/b53af55a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/01ffa11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/c1d68595.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/b267e1c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Nikko San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Nikko-San-Francisco.h23406.Hotel-Information)

23.1 km from Downtown San Rafael

9.4/10

Exceptional

(2,736 reviews)

"Excellent welcome by staff and perfect room and breakfast. "

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karen

CA $264

CA $373 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 16 - Feb 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Nikko-San-Francisco.h23406.Hotel-Information)

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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](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Rafael-Downtown-San-Rafael.dx944334058949931008)

- Lucas Valley-Marinwood
- Dominican
- Southeast San Rafael
- Terra Linda
- Gerstle Park

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![Lucas Valley-Marinwood map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:mffgFfrlkV_t%40qZ%3FAeT_JwHuNkBg%40SGoGeB%40AvSqc%40%3F%3FzAcD%60GeMh%40iAhPo%5D%3F%3FfCmFfDeHj%40mAxOu%5C%60B_Dz%40aBTe%40%60AiBvC%7DUb%40sDb%40kDd%40%7BDPsApB_PNmArCsUf%40wDxA%7BLiB_lAAWa%40sWEcDfLg%7C%40vFsb%40HY%7E%40mCfDsJlOrB%60Dq%40zFaAf%40IP%40zGZvLh%40fUxBr%5BzCZD%5CDZD%5CD%5EDZDZD%5CD%5CDXBXFVDXBXDXDXBXDXDXBJ%40LBL%40LBL%40LBLBL%40LBL%40VDPDNDND%5CHjB%5CQj%40u%40%7EBEJCLKVKTKVIPGJINGJILIJKLIJKJILKJILKJILQTQRKNKJKNMNKLILMNUZMRMPKNKNKPKNMPKNi%40%60AKNIPKNINININIPMTKTMTKTGLO%5CKVKTKTIVqB%7CFiBbHqCjKOt%40CLQhAIjAElA%3Fp%40%3F%5CFpG%40jCDnBDlAJjAPjARbAv%40zBz%40jBr%40fBl%40jBXhBLzBEzB%5DnOBfEHhBB%60A%3FBt%40OlAw%40z%40bMa%40bNR%5EUp%40YfCMbAMl%40YhACvAoC%7CF_%40nAw%40hCi%40fAA%3FYn%40hGbNe%40fM%3F%3F%5Czf%40s%40nC%7BGbFqA%7D%40TlAz%40rBbDbA%7CBrBnAp%40lA%3FfE%7CDo%60%40%7Cj%40SVU%5CpAvEv%40nCrAxEJ%5E%40%3FlKl_%40Nf%40xL%7Cb%40iAz%40SN_FpDoGvEkD%60G_OxGuSrNo%40b%40mMg%40kl%40hEwDOSFq%40Gy%40Xc%40%7E%40Gf%40K%5Ca%40FkAAk%40DkBTgA%60%40_%40NgAHyAjE&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=oLpatZBqowj5p3krAK485BIidJs=)

### Lucas Valley-Marinwood

Lucas Valley-Marinwood 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. 

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![Dominican map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:og%7BfFppzjV%7EAwI%60BqAc%40m%40f%40kAXsBEq%40E%7B%40qAuCgB%7DDS_N%7DAaBb%40wCWoCP%7DAVqAz%40cCuA_CcAUaCsBk%40%7BCIYKe%40%5BqAO_A_%40gAw%40_AkFcAm%40M_DwAkAcBa%40%5Bm%40MYQOa%40Kc%40EsBGa%40%5DmANg%40PsFpC_J%7DA%7BFAoC_BuBa%40i%40%7BA%7BBw%40mALwA%40MLyAg%40_%40KgDjDgCv%40%60A%7CByACmCI%7B%40Fw%40tAThBe%40h%40RfA%40%60%40%5DHEzA%5EfAlAhB%7C%40d%40Bl%40DvCXnBgBtA%5CfCg%40jFaCbEk%40hBxAXl%40%60%40x%40vHSLnCRtEd%40fA%60BTh%40j%40%40_A%60IlDxCpAhA_Bt%40_Al%40dBX%60BnAxAj%40%7C%40r%40VHXQ%60AJ%5Cr%40Xh%40bAPDt%40o%40%5CIML%60%40G%60%40NR%5Cp%40%7EBL%7EAEDHPtA%60Cb%40zD%60AtBB%5C_%40v%40En%40bBxAbCr%40%40HTfBf%40hALPLFt%40%5CpB%7ECH%60AIbAeAdDP%3FJ%60%40hBj%40fAbBRXn%40TzAI%60AJnAFLBJBJFJJLTHVDVBb%40Cj%40SNg%40f%40kAhAURKNKP%5DfAMb%40Sf%40Q%5CGJGRKRGJGRS%5EMXQh%40GXG%5CE%5EKh%40K%5EIPGNGFBpB%7BCYO%3FmBEaCBkF%5EkEr%40iDjAwBx%40g%40TcAd%40%7DNtGcC%60BwIzIoCnCsCpCwDrDmA%60AwDtDqAlAmD%3F&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=DBSjGm1milFkikmkyiN8HtiWOoo=)

### 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. 

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![Southeast San Rafael map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:ksufFtzvjVdAaBr%40_ADKf%40sALu%40%5CcBb%40sA%7C%40mBpC%7BFtBwDaCuDqEsUMsBCu%40CaBHoAJaATyA%40E%60Lm%40cEwh%40Nc%40jLmC%3FYCwBlGwA%7C%40SNC%7EFsAfMsC%7CEiAKPjLkChBa%40%3FaFbJAfE%3F%3FyL%3FeB%3FgJrGAr%40%3FIk%40%5EMPiAj%40wDVkBJ%3F%3Fa%40fB%3FA_KtC%5BhAn%40QrDCl%40KbCEjAEfAKhBA%60%40m%40pDUpAWzAYhAQ%60%40sAjDaBbG%5EvHGxBJ%7C%40KbAINGfCKb%40a%40fBm%40nCQv%40Ud%40kAtBwA%7CCBhCv%40pAA%7EATtAMZw%40IQrCe%40%60Is%40dB%5BvBu%40%7CPaAhBuB%60EmA%7CBsApB%7D%40rA_AvAUv%40Md%40Uv%40g%40hBKDiAlEuB%60HkAxEyAfCO%5COZQb%40w%40gAiAeAwAy%40cBk%40eAQyBAiCRgObBo%40HeBRM%40_%40BSDK%40_Gn%40sB%5CgAHgANgAXcA%5EaAh%40%7D%40l%40c%40%5E&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=HTq4TS5aXO9BhRDvIgiMQ1_cLTI=)

### 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 Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Marin Country Mart. 

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![The beautiful, unspoiled hills of West Marin, with evening light.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007487/d6be1724-af9d-4613-8a58-64ab7f9bcc2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

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![Terra Linda map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:%7Bv%60gFxxckVaFeYbFaCcCcD%7C%40mDwCsFpBw%40dCqKWs%5El%40mFnAoBnBYjB%5E%7CAcK%7CDwA%7CDqS%7BCqA%5DmF%7BCeEWyUf_%40qToDuM%7ED%7D%40vJb%40nInNf%40bEz%5BpFfDaZpBb%40tFm%40r%5BgHvLnZeJnQz%40%60KaFlZnBfBsBlFiCa%40oDlAb%40hGtBZNvImCN%7BB%7BBqCpA%7DFIb%40dGiBnOkJjDb%40lFeDfBwAaKiE%7DBqA%60FgLsBaB%7E%40nAzFzEbCj%40rIqA%60BsFz%40uMeOuE%7EAi%40%60FiErE_F_EoAfI%7DFXeFaEsAx%40sBrFvAlDT%7EDkCtGhBzDoErMoFJ&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=wIERfQNhiZZbWYfHMUfXoxL90zk=)

### 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.

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![Dramatic sunset over Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County, CA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944335156291006464/bef904b1-a8eb-422f-9616-6f34fd87c5a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map&regionId=944335156291006464)

![Gerstle Park map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:a%60wfFx%60%7EjViAoAeAmAe%40i%40P%3FR%3F%60%40%3FIs%40MoAMBI%40WDI%40u%40Lk%40Ji%40HaAP%3FOWmCPCt%40O%7E%40O%3F%7B%40Ic%40IKIAOKIKKGKCI%3FK%40%5BJe%40LODWHWBE%3FE%40GDSRIM%5Bw%40JI%7EBaB%7ECmB%5DMTG%40e%40EYIs%40%3FSjA%5CXDLwB%40QN%7BB%40UG%7B%40Ey%40Eu%40qBcAFYF_%40Le%40Vk%40HMJEc%40AS%5Ce%40c%40iAWJy%40Um%40Kq%40Qa%40c%40i%40%3FYTgARQJCBCf%40BR%7D%40Na%40GIMKPkA%5C%7BAqAi%40HUV_ANu%40Hs%40TJLe%40FWNm%40Pq%40%40CL%5DFWFUFWv%40LpAwFJmCw%40ILaCMCHaCt%40DJyAL%40zAJhBPtDXP%40B%3FF%40J%40P%40LB%60%40KxBaBj%40c%40BQj%40%7CA%60BDNSGzAEv%40ErAIlBF%3FRBV%40EdAARlALr%40D%40WDoAVBR%40J%40CYCYG%5BF%5DEYIYUc%40%60AAJAx%40KHCLAFMA%5D%5CQ%5E%5BRKfAk%40x%40MPC%5EGZM%5CGBR%7E%40EKkBjCk%40ZjDLnA%60%40MpA%5Db%40JJGPoENLLN%5C%5Cp%40SPBx%40f%40F%7EAdAn%40Dd%40Q%5Co%40%60%40Yp%40xBpAeDlJOf%40Od%40IXq%40tBEJe%40xA%3Fl%40YXGHa%40lAmAvDc%40vAUl%40c%40vAKXI%40%7D%40hAgAt%40QnBi%40t%40KlAcA%7C%40c%40%7EA%40F%3FFGv%40CEEAG%40SNMHABc%40bACHCH%3FLBP%40PAXAJCHCFCDGFIHCBCJAF%3FJ%40HBNBH%3FF%3FJ%3FHCFCFEFQXIJGJCDABKJCKEBC%3FC%40C%3FE%40E%3FC%40%3F%3FC%3FC%40EDABCB%3FBA%40%3FB%3F%40%3F%40A%40%3FBBT%3FF%3FD%3FH%3FH%3FDCFELEJEHEJEHCBCDEDABEBGDMDGDGFEDCHCHAHGj%40Ud%40q%40PuAvC%7DAdAaAQIBCh%40VNG%7E%40sASH_A%7DDm%40O%7B%40eHnL&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=CzY2gcuxJ1pWAB5k8_PiTnbwnt0=)

### 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 American Legion Log Cabin. 

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## Top Downtown San Rafael Hotel Reviews

![Chancellor Hotel on Union Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/944f985c_y.jpg)

### Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Small, but comfortable rooms. Free coffee and cookies every morning. No AC, (windows open) but didn’t need it. SF is cool in Feb. Would definitely recommend."

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Chancellor-Hotel-On-Union-Square.h20547.Hotel-Information)

![Handlery Union Square Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/b8dfc462_y.jpg)

### Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious rooms and the pool is special. Excellent location in the city. I would recommend and stay again. Feels very safe."

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Handlery-Union-Square-Hotel.h6666.Hotel-Information)

![Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/1d699bf3_y.jpg)

### Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were amazing and room very comfortable. "

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Fishermans-Wharf-San-Francisco.h22500.Hotel-Information)

![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/9ba9bb1f_y.jpg)

### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Definitely recommend this hotel. Beds are comfortable. Rooms are clean and the views of the city is priceless. "

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Golden-Gateway.h10538.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/575b2d5c_y.jpg)

### Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"The staff makes u feel like family and u matter"

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information)

![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/ba0da8d5_y.jpg)

### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed the comfortable, clean room. The views at the harbor were great too. We enjoyed the bar and restaurant. The location was terrific for an event we attended in Oakland. We hope to stay with you again."

[](https://expedia.ca/Oakland-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Berkeley-Marina.h23800.Hotel-Information)

![Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37390000/37382500/37382494/0671fcfa_y.jpg)

### Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. I appreciated the free activities provided by the hotel."

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Marriott-Vacation-Club-Pulse.h37382494.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/6fb55356_y.jpg)

### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Staff were friendly. Check in was speedy. The best part was the breakfast buffet. "

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/77af977e_y.jpg)

### Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and staff was nice! They answered all questions I had and were really helpful overall! "

[](https://expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Financial-District.h4302.Hotel-Information)

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Downtown San Rafael like?

### What's a favorite hotel to stay in Downtown San Rafael?

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