Downtown San Rafael

San Rafael

Sunset light shines on the historic Spanish Colonial mission and downtown skyline of San Rafael, California, USA.
Sunset light shines on the historic Spanish Colonial mission and downtown skyline of San Rafael, California, USA.
The original mission was built here in 1817. Its original function was as a ‘sub’ mission for the church in San Francisco to assist in treating sick parishioners. It gained full mission status in 1822. Abandoned in 1847 with all its buildings being sold off or destroyed. A new church was built on the grounds in 1861. This chapel dates to 1949 and is a reconstruction of the building from 1817.
Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Founded 1817.
Mission San Rafael Arcangel which includes a statue or sculpture

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is CA $167 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
CA $167
CA $197 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,254 reviews)
Definitely recommend this hotel. Beds are comfortable. Rooms are clean and the views of the city is priceless.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is CA $166 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
CA $166
CA $252 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,306 reviews)
The room was clean. Bed was comfortable. Staff were friendly. Check in was speedy. The best part was the breakfast buffet.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

3 out of 5
701 3rd St San Francisco CA
The price is CA $243 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
CA $243
CA $286 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,990 reviews)
Clean room and friendly, courteous staff!

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is CA $174 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
CA $174
CA $204 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,376 reviews)
Room was clean and staff was nice! They answered all questions I had and were really helpful overall!

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay

2.5 out of 5
2775 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is CA $150 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
CA $150
CA $177 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,323 reviews)
Great location and decent parking price. Parking lot very tight. Good breakfast spread.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Comfort Inn by the Bay
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St San Francisco CA
The price is CA $140 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
CA $140
CA $165 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,954 reviews)
Large spot on floor, wall dirty or scuffed up, very far from elevator for being an accessible room.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown San Rafael

Dramatic sunset over Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County, CA.

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.

Gerstle Park
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Lincoln

Lincoln might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lincoln
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Francisco Boulevard West

While Francisco Boulevard West 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 Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Francisco Boulevard West
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Picnic Valley

Though Picnic Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Picnic Valley
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Fairhills

Fairhills might not have many top sights, but Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairhills
Highway 1 at Gaviota Pass, Santa Barbara County

Montecito-Happy Valley

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Montecito-Happy Valley and surrounding area, you can visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Montecito-Happy Valley


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