Hotels and Motels in or near San Rafael, CA
San Rafael is about 30 minutes north of
San Francisco . It is home to the Mission San Rafael Arcangel.
One of San Rafael's most popular events is the annual San Rafael Twilight Criterium bicycle race.
Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael - I-580, Exit 2 1775 Francisco Blvd, I-580, Exit 2, San Rafael, CA 94901
From $145
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Budget, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
11 miles from Muir Woods National Monument
4 floors, 112 studio suites
Indoor swimming pool open in summer
Exercise room
Kitchen in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs and cats only - $25 per night fee for each pet - $150 maximum per stay pet fee. - Sep 2021
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Embassy Suites San Rafael 101 McInnis Parkway, San Rafael, CA 94903
From $147
Check In 16 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, full-service hotel near Marin County Fair
Walkway to Marin Center
14 miles from Muir Woods National Monument
5 floors, 235 suites
Free shuttle to attractions within 5-mile radius
Heated indoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Grille 101 Restaurant - lounge - room service
Microwave and refrigerator in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Internet access costs $7 per night
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 78 reviews Read Recent Reviews
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"Nice hotel room, but one of the three elevators was out of order. Get good directions; there were lots of road detours in the area.2016-10-20 "
"Nice hotel. Thumbs up.2015-08-17 "
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Four Points by Sheraton Hotel San Rafael - US 101, Exit 455 1010 Northgate Drive, US 101, Exit 455, San Rafael, CA 94903
From $193
Check In 1500 Check Out 1100
Rated Average
Upscale, smoke-free hotel 3.5 miles from downtown San Rafael Near Marin County Fair Free shuttle to attractions within 4-mile radius Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant - lounge - room service Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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"The hotel room was large and comfortable, and the front desk clerks were extremely helpful. The rest of the staff was polite and nice. I had a great time.2016-02-25 "
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SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael 865 Francisco Blvd East, San Rafael, CA 94901
From $93
Check In 1500 Check Out 1100
Cheap, smoke-free, highway motel near downtown
12 miles from Muir Woods National Monument
2 floors, 32 rooms - no elevator
No swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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"There was a cockroach in our room. The motel staff was rude. Don't recommend.2015-04-27 "
"Good location and rates. The motel was comfortable and well-stocked.2015-04-13 "
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Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Larkspur 2500 Larkspur Landing Circle, Larkspur, CA 94939
2.2 miles 2.2 miles from San Rafael
From $178
Check In 1500 Check Out 1200
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free hotel Near Larkspur-San Francisco Ferry 3 floors, 146 rooms and suites - elevator Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant - lounge Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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Marin Suites Hotel Corte Madera 45 Tamal Vista Blvd, Corte Madera, CA 94925
3.0 miles 3.0 miles from San Rafael
From $119
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite motel
Near Corte Madera malls
3 floors; 100 studio to 2-bedroom suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every suite
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 60 pounds in 5 pet rooms, 2 pets per room - $25 per night fee for each pet. - Jan 2015
Note: This hotel charges a deposit for all reservations.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 772 reviews Read Recent Reviews
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"So relaxing we stayed an extra night. Just loved this hotel, and the staff was friendly. You won't regret staying here.2015-06-27 "
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Best Western Corte Madera Inn 56 Madera Blvd, Corte Madera, CA 94925
3.2 miles 3.2 miles from San Rafael
From $225
Check In 1600 Check Out 1200
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free motel 5 miles north of Sausalito
2 floors, 110 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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Americas Best Value Inn Corte Madera 1595 Casa Buena Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925
3.7 miles 3.7 miles from San Rafael
From $126
Check In 14 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated Very Low – Not Recommended
Cheap, smoke-free motel near US 101, Exit 449
14 miles from downtown San Francisco
2 floors, 18 rooms - no elevator
No swimming pool
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 48 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Mill Valley Inn 165 Throckmorton Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941
4.9 miles 4.9 miles from San Rafael
From $279
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free inn near downtown Mill Valley
3 floors, 25 rooms - elevator
No swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly inn
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- pets must remain in pet carrier or cage - $80 pet fee for 1st night - $25 fee for each night thereafter. - Dec 2015
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Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn - US 101, Exit 458 215 Alameda del Prado, US 101, Exit 458, Novato, CA 94949
5 miles 5 miles from San Rafael
From $135
Check In 1600 Check Out 1200
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel
North of San Rafael
Near Loma Verde Preserve
2 floors, 107 rooms - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 1034 reviews Read Recent Reviews
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"Clean motel, but housekeeping only cleaned rooms 3 times per week. Unmasked people sat close together in the breakfast room. There was a sketchy man in the whirlpool.2021-07-31 "
"The motel staff was exceptionally helpful, especially the front desk clerks. I definitely recommend staying here.2016-06-14 "
"The best motel in the area. I had a good stay.2015-09-27 "
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Travelodge Mill Valley - US 101, Exit 447 707 Redwood Highway, US 101, Exit 447, Mill Valley, CA 94941
6 miles 6 miles from San Rafael
From $114
Check In 1400 Check Out 1200
Rated Average
Cheap, smoke-free, highway hotel Near Strawberry Village Mall 2 floors, 52 rooms - no elevator No swimming pool Free continental breakfast Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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"The hotel staff accommodated my needs. We had no complaints.2019-12-11 "
"The hotel room was small but looked freshly painted. The bathroom and shower needed renovation.2017-11-27 "
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Acqua Hotel Mill Valley 555 Redwood Highway, Mill Valley, CA 94941
6 miles 6 miles from San Rafael
From $234
Check In 15 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free, highway hotel
7 miles from Muir Woods National Monument
3 floors, 49 rooms - elevator
No swimming pool
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- $35 per stay pet fee. - Dec 2015
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Courtyard by Marriott Novato - US 101, Exit 458 1400 North Hamilton Parkway, US 101, Exit 458, Novato, CA 94949
6 miles 6 miles from San Rafael
From $159
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Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free hotel north of San Rafael 18 miles north of San Francisco 4 floors, 136 rooms and suites Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant - lounge Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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Holiday Inn Express Mill Valley 160 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley, CA 94941
6 miles 6 miles from San Rafael
From $149
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, highway hotel 6 miles from Muir Woods National Monument 2 floors, 100 rooms - no elevator Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 60 pounds, 2 pets per room - $75 per stay pet fee. - Dec 2015
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 867 reviews Read Recent Reviews
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"Hotel was well-kept, and the employees were friendly. A wonderful place to stay.2015-02-19 "
"We were satisfied with our accommodations - staff was friendly.2012-08-01 "
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Inn Marin Novato - US 101, Exit 459 250 Entrada Drive, US 101, Exit 459, Novato, CA 94949
7 miles 7 miles from San Rafael
From $90
Check In 15 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, highway motel 8 miles north of San Rafael An Ascend Hotel Collection Member Outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant open for dinner only Restaurant - lounge - room service Free continental breakfast Free WiFi Free parking - truck parking Pet friendly motel
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- $25 per stay pet fee up to 7 nights. - Feb 2016
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"This motel was a fair compromise between price and distance from San Francisco. The room was nice, the grounds were pleasant, and breakfast was good.2020-02-28 "
"The motel had lovely grounds. I had a pleasant stay despite being next to a highway. Loved Ricky's Restaurant.2016-06-29 "
"Close to the freeway. The motel was clean and beautifully decorated. Amazing big bathtub and nice bathrobes. Breakfast was good. Stay here.2016-05-19 "
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Lodge at Tiburon 1651 Tiburon Blvd, Tiburon, CA 94920
8 miles 8 miles from San Rafael
From $263
Check In 1500 Check Out 1100
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel near waterfront
Across bay from San Francisco
2 blocks from Tiburon Ferry Terminal
3 floors, 103 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 70 pounds, 1 pet per room - $75 per stay pet fee. - Mar 2020
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $35 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 2097 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Waters Edge Hotel Tiburon 25 Main Street, Tiburon, CA 94920
8 miles 8 miles from San Rafael
From $399
Check In 15 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, waterfront hotel
2 floors, 23 rooms - elevator
No swimming pool
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Parking costs $15 per night Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only up to 85 pounds - $80 pet fee for 1st night - $25 fee for each night thereafter. - Mar 2016
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 541 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa Sausalito 801 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965
9 miles 9 miles from San Rafael
From $349
Check In 16 00 Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, waterfront hotel
Overlooks San Francisco Bay
1 block from Golden Gate Ferry
5 floors, 63 rooms and suites
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Full-service spa
Parking costs $27 per night Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only, 2 dogs per room - $100 per stay pet fee. - Apr 2016
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of 6% per night - includes WiFi.
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SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Point Richmond 915 West Cutting Blvd, Richmond, CA 94804
9 miles 9 miles from San Rafael
From $90
Check In 1500 Check Out 1200
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free motel
Near Port Richmond and Keller Beach Park
2 floors, 107 rooms and suites - no elevator
Outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 122 reviews Read Recent Reviews
Cavallo Point Lodge Sausalito 601 Murray Circle, Sausalito, CA 94965
10 miles 10 miles from San Rafael
From $613
Check In 16 00 Check Out 12 00
Rated Very High
Luxury, smoke-free, full-service, bayview hotel
In Golden Gate National Recreation Area
25 buildings; 2-3 floors, 142 rooms - no elevator
Free shuttle to San Francisco and Sausalito Ferry Terminal
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Full-service spa Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only, 2 dogs per room - $100 per stay pet fee. - Mar 2018
Note: This hotel charges a resort fee of $28 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: Based on 1387 reviews Read Recent Reviews
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To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.hotels , on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. + Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. + Often you cannot – because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
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The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.
