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AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (247 reviews)
"The hotel was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful, we were happy to find this location. Location. We will be back here several times over the coming months and look forward to our business days in this nice location."
United States
Tony
The price is ₩281,074
₩315,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

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, (4,422 reviews)
"I love staying here. The location is beautiful and serene while the rooms are well taken care of. "
United States
Marisa
The price is ₩206,453
₩237,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
2.0 star property
Lincoln, 1.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice simple clean property, small town with lots of restaurants close by, comfy bed "
United States
Barbara
The price is ₩164,715
₩184,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Marin Lodge

Marin Hilltop Hotel

Marin Hilltop Hotel
3.5 star property
4.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,290 reviews)
"My favorite place to stay when I come up from So Cal. Staff is very friendly the property is immaculate and very spacious. "
United States
Elia
The price is ₩179,827
₩201,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Marin Hilltop Hotel

Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
19.3 km from Downtown San Rafael
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was great, hotel was very clean, very nice location..."
United States
Jose
The price is ₩140,008
₩154,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Hotel Shattuck Plaza
4.0 star property
25.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,144 reviews)
"Nice historic hotel. I'd stay there again."
United States
David
The price is ₩232,566
₩267,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hotel Shattuck Plaza

Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
5.0 star property
28 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay and property"
United States
Heather
The price is ₩411,137
₩563,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Claremont Resort & Club

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 and great place to stay close to UC Berkeley"
United States
Eduardo E Buenavente
The price is ₩247,829
₩285,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly and helpful "
United States
Araceli
The price is ₩185,675
₩215,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Hampton Inn Oakland Downtown-City Center

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, (1,280 reviews)
"Really nice place. "
United States
David
The price is ₩229,695
₩257,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

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, (1,389 reviews)
"Perfect location and clean!"
United States
douglas
The price is ₩184,360
₩223,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

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, (1,001 reviews)
"We really loved our stay here, definitely will come back!"
United States
Jorge
The price is ₩223,650
₩250,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Pretty location, friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Elisabeth
The price is ₩206,635
₩235,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown
3.5 star property
28.8 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (513 reviews)
"Well maintained property, good breakfast included"
United States
Ujjaval
The price is ₩191,916
₩222,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Residence Inn by Marriott Oakland Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
3.5 star property
3.9 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Loved staying here. It was clean, quiet, and had a great free breakfast. "
United States
Margaret
The price is ₩225,736
₩253,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
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, (486 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
William
The price is ₩197,205
₩220,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
The Evergreen

Metro Hotel and Cafe

Metro Hotel and Cafe
3.0 star property
30.2 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Metro Hotel is a delightful find! The decor in the main areas and the rooms is whimsical and fun, the staff are polite and helpful, and the rooms are comfortable. I had four great nights here and am going back again in April. It's a great find in Petaluma!"
United States
Judith
The price is ₩170,005
₩193,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Metro Hotel and Cafe

Jack London Inn

Jack London Inn
2.0 star property
29.5 km from Downtown San Rafael
6.8 out of 10, (1,275 reviews)
"The staff at Jack London are amazingly helpful and courteous and the room is spacious and excellent. "
United States
Alan Selvandaran
The price is ₩104,641
₩121,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Jack London Inn

Best Western Corte Madera Inn

Best Western Corte Madera Inn
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Downtown San Rafael
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice place with lots of fun recreational activities, especially large & heated pool, and decent breakfast. "
United States
Shasha
The price is ₩214,447
₩240,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Best Western Corte Madera Inn

The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
12.4 km from Downtown San Rafael
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, location and wonderful staff! "
United States
Arabella
The price is ₩264,557
₩356,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
The Lodge at Tiburon
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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.

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.

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 Classic Billiards.

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.

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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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 Classic Billiards 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.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown San Rafael?
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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 Marin History Museum while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown San Rafael include San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, 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.