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Our top choices for San Rafael vacation rentals

A hot tub in a backyard with a wooden fence, a tree, and a patio area.

1. Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Massage Chair/Pets/ Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge

Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Massage Chair/Pets/ Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge
Terra Linda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (207 reviews)
"Wonderful, peaceful and relaxing stay."
United States
Amber
The price is CA $178
CA $331 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Massage Chair/Pets/ Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge
A modern interior with a living area, kitchen, and bedroom.

2. Private Luxury Retreat • Chef's Kitchen • Spa Bath • Near Napa, Sonoma & SF

Private Luxury Retreat • Chef's Kitchen • Spa Bath • Near Napa, Sonoma & SF
Terra Linda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Great location and neighborhood - fully stocked with everything you need - hiking trails walking distance. "
United States
Rodi B.
The price is CA $183
CA $383 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Private Luxury Retreat • Chef's Kitchen • Spa Bath • Near Napa, Sonoma & SF
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

3. Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay

Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
California Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (64 reviews)
"Very cozy stay!"
United States
Jessica
The price is CA $135
CA $323 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a kitchenette in the background.

4. Beautiful Guesthouse with direct view of the Bay

Beautiful Guesthouse with direct view of the Bay
Country Club
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Nice host and beautiful views! "
United States
Alicia B.
The price is CA $248
CA $375 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Beautiful Guesthouse with direct view of the Bay
A house with a red pathway leading to a door, surrounded by greenery and a mailbox.

5. Cozy 2-bedroom house in charming San Rafael with AC, WiFi

Cozy 2-bedroom house in charming San Rafael with AC, WiFi
West End
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Family trip to San Francisco area was made perfect by this cozy home with a great location to the ferry, Muir Woods and Point Reyes National Seashore!"
United States
Heather N.
The price is CA $218
CA $564 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Cozy 2-bedroom house in charming San Rafael with AC, WiFi
A room with a sofa facing large windows, a wooden side table, and a view of tropical vegetation.

6. Private Luxury Suite • Scenic Views • Near SF & Wine Country

Private Luxury Suite • Scenic Views • Near SF & Wine Country
Terra Linda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Eugene and Natalie were excellent hosts, communicated frequently to see if we needed anything. We greatly enjoyed our stay at their place as was clean and as pictured."
United States
Yale B.
The price is CA $167
CA $367 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Private Luxury Suite • Scenic Views • Near SF & Wine Country
A modern house with large windows, a deck with wicker furniture, and a scenic view of the countryside.

7. Views! Private&Spacious! 7BR+Loft, Sleeps 10-19, 21 fee. 15min=SF,GGB,Napa-Prkg!

Views! Private&Spacious! 7BR+Loft, Sleeps 10-19, 21 fee. 15min=SF,GGB,Napa-Prkg!
Los Ranchitos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Beautiful views with lots of tables and chairs on the decks. Was all great."
United States
Sarah (Sally) B.
The price is CA $1,924
CA $3,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Views! Private&Spacious! 7BR+Loft, Sleeps 10-19, 21 fee. 15min=SF,GGB,Napa-Prkg!
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a mural.

8. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
3.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,495 reviews)
"we loved it especially its location"
United States
nizar
The price is CA $241
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
A room with large windows, a wooden balcony, and a vase with flowers on a table.

9. Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge

Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge
Almonte
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Amazing house and a great stay"
United States
Ira R.
The price is CA $192
CA $371 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge
A covered patio area with a pergola supporting wisteria vines, a brick wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor space.

10. TRANQUIL MASTER SUITE studio with PRIVATE ENTRANCE in charming Fairfax

TRANQUIL MASTER SUITE studio with PRIVATE ENTRANCE in charming Fairfax
Fairfax
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Our host was wonderful! My family and friends unexpectedly ended up hanging out with her out on the back garden deck enjoying great conversation and good vino. Very nice time indeed!"
United States
daniel d.
The price is CA $205
CA $325 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
TRANQUIL MASTER SUITE studio with PRIVATE ENTRANCE in charming Fairfax
A beach with a long stretch of sand, a few umbrellas, and a few people. There are buildings along the beach and a lifeguard tower visible.

11. Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost

Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost
Mill Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Katherine H.
The price is CA $294
CA $560 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost
A modern multi-story building with large windows, a wooden exterior, and a dock extending into a body of water.

12. Floating condo 'A' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay.

Floating condo 'A' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay.
Mill Valley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"The host was excellent as was the support from VRBO. More specific directions/addresses would be helpful as well as the tides. Nice stay."
United States
Jerald R.
The price is CA $254
CA $522 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Floating condo 'A' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay.
A two-story cabin with a deck, surrounded by a natural landscape with hills and trees.

13. Sweeping Views, Private Deck, Outdoor Spa, Unit #2

Sweeping Views, Private Deck, Outdoor Spa, Unit #2
Nicasio
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Spent our Honeymoon here, very happy and very beautiful. A beautiful experience."
United States
Celia R.
The price is CA $222
CA $440 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Sweeping Views, Private Deck, Outdoor Spa, Unit #2
An open patio with a covered seating area, a wooden deck, and a view into the house.

14. Bay Area Getaway - Walk to Downtown - Tesla Charger - Private Yard & Fire Pit

Bay Area Getaway - Walk to Downtown - Tesla Charger - Private Yard & Fire Pit
Downtown Mill Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (73 reviews)
"The location and parking spot make this a great place to stay! The beds and the living room sofa were very comfortable. "
United States
RACHEL B.
The price is CA $364
CA $676 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Bay Area Getaway - Walk to Downtown - Tesla Charger - Private Yard & Fire Pit
A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden flooring, a black hanging light fixture, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a checkered tablecloth.

15. Lovely bungalow in Mill Valley

Lovely bungalow in Mill Valley
Mill Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Beautiful home, quiet, peaceful, close to a couple restaurants. Thank you for a perfect stay in sunny Mill Valley!"
United States
Haydy R.
The price is CA $420
CA $651 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Lovely bungalow in Mill Valley
A backyard with a wooden bench and a stone wall.

16. Luxe modern Lagunitas studio at Samuel P Taylor

Luxe modern Lagunitas studio at Samuel P Taylor
Lagunitas-Forest Knolls
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Everything was great!"
United States
William o.
The price is CA $321
CA $531 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Luxe modern Lagunitas studio at Samuel P Taylor
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining table, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

17. Private Detached 1BR Guest House Near Berkeley, San Francisco and Napa

Private Detached 1BR Guest House Near Berkeley, San Francisco and Napa
North and East
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"This place was perfect for what we needed. My brother and I came for a quick overnight stay for a not-very-fun reason. Tera was so gracious, helpful, and welcoming. The lodging is a guesthouse that Tera has put a lot of effort into furnishing so that it has everything a tired traveler might need. It felt cozy and safe. I had my best night of sleep in a long time in her place, and I will try to book it again whenever I need to be in the area."
United States
Megan M.
The price is CA $174
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Private Detached 1BR Guest House Near Berkeley, San Francisco and Napa
A dining table set with bowls, glasses, and a vase with flowers.

18. Family-friendly Modern Cozy Downtown Mill Valley Unit in San Francisco Bay Area

Family-friendly Modern Cozy Downtown Mill Valley Unit in San Francisco Bay Area
Downtown Mill Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay with plenty of room and great layout! "
United States
Kerry S.
The price is CA $449
CA $715 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Family-friendly Modern Cozy Downtown Mill Valley Unit in San Francisco Bay Area
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

19. Have a great time in Inverness !

Have a great time in Inverness !
Inverness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
"Loved our stay and Point Reyes was so awesome and the towns around there were so much fun to visit. Absolutely loved cooking up fresh eggs for breakfast."
United States
Rima
The price is CA $204
CA $378 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Have a great time in Inverness !
Private kitchen

20. Comfy 2BR 1Bath Apartment near HWY580-80

Comfy 2BR 1Bath Apartment near HWY580-80
3.0 star property
Richmond Annex
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Yes everything was good!"
United States
Nashira
The price is CA $135
CA $274 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Comfy 2BR 1Bath Apartment near HWY580-80
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Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

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"Everything was great, clean room , friendly staff , excelent customer service ,"
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Everything you need to know about San Rafael vacation rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family vacation, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the San Rafael vacation rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private vacation homes, apartments, cottages, cabins, villas... The list goes on, and on… and on!

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect San Rafael vacation rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search. 

San Rafael vacation rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in San Rafael. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

Prices vary throughout the year and depends on the property type. Your chosen location and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. A San Rafael vacation rental often works out to be a fantastic, cost-effective option for groups and families visiting for a few nights or longer. And if a hotel room is just too small, get a vacation rental with multiple bedrooms and shared living spaces to kick back in.  The selection of San Rafael vacation rentals we have selected for you start as low as CA $133 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals!

How to find incredible deals on San Rafael rentals

At Expedia, we put the best San Rafael vacation rentals in one place. All you need to do is take your pick. And as we offer book now, pay later options, as well as free cancellation on some properties, you can plan your trip with total peace of mind. You’ll always find a great deal with Expedia. 

To find some top San Rafael rental deals, enter your travel dates, and sort your search results by price. You can also filter by budget, so you only see accommodation in your ballpark. Next, add any filters you want—and just like that, you’ve built your dream San Rafael vacation.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in San Rafael?

Yes, there are vacation rentals in San Rafael near Falkirk Cultural Center, or you can go with a secluded option if you're looking for extra privacy while you relax. Tourists like the array of shops and top-notch restaurants in San Rafael. Leave time to check out the forests and festivals during your visit.

What's the top vacation rental in San Rafael?

Absolutely Private President's Suite, Computer, Wi-Fi, Laundry, Pub. Parking: This vacation home rental outside of San Rafael is located by the ocean and has a fireplace, a patio, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop. You can relax into your vacation with a garden and a selection of games.

How many vacation rentals are there in San Rafael?

Expedia has 52 vacation rentals for your stay in San Rafael.

What can I see and do in San Rafael?

San Francisco Bay and McNears Beach Country Park are a couple of scenic spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas Marin History Museum is one of the cultural attractions. While in the area, you can also visit popular places like Muir Woods National Monument and Pier 39.

What are vacation rentals like in San Rafael?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can book for a few days or a quick weekend in San Rafael. Vacation rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll be comfy for your stay. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a vacation rental can offer a sense of safety away from public hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a popular option for a family getaway.