What is Downtown San Rafael like?

Travellers to San Rafael's Downtown San Rafael neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Downtown San Rafael travel tips? Make sure that you visit Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Classic Billiards while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place 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.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Downtown San Rafael?

Expedia has 7 Downtown San Rafael hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater San Rafael area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown San Rafael, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown San Rafael.

What is there to do around this San Rafael neighbourhood?

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 San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown San Rafael include Marin History Museum, 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.

The Best Hotels in Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown San Rafael hotels

2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

Downtown San Rafael

guillermo

₹23,440 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael

julian

₹20,623 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

24.5 km from Downtown San Rafael

Kama

₹25,665 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Jul - 18 Jul

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael

Victor Louis

₹21,175 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

The Evergreen

5.4 km from Downtown San Rafael

Gina

₹14,878 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael

Kristen

₹19,794 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

20.9 km from Downtown San Rafael

Cathy

₹20,330 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

20.8 km from Downtown San Rafael

BALTAZAR NAPOLEON GUERRA

₹18,968 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

25 km from Downtown San Rafael

David Corrie

₹26,786 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Jul - 18 Jul

Marin Lodge

Lincoln, 1.5 km from Downtown San Rafael

Debra

₹12,691 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

22 km from Downtown San Rafael

Pauline

₹13,321 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

The Lodge at Tiburon

12.4 km from Downtown San Rafael

Darren

₹24,147 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

8.7 km from Downtown San Rafael

ROGER

₹15,804 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Stanyan Park Hotel

23.6 km from Downtown San Rafael

Ron

₹19,700 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

23.1 km from Downtown San Rafael

Babiker

₹20,061 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Jul - 1 Aug

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

23.3 km from Downtown San Rafael

Jungsan

₹24,197 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jul - 12 Jul

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

22.6 km from Downtown San Rafael

Gustavo

₹15,362 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Argonaut Hotel

20.6 km from Downtown San Rafael

Lexie

₹33,236 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Best Western Corte Madera Inn

4.7 km from Downtown San Rafael

Naraya

₹17,825 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Jul - 13 Jul

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

22.3 km from Downtown San Rafael

Abhay

₹17,052 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Jul - 14 Jul

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Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

Find the best Downtown San Rafael areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Terra Linda

Terra Linda 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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Southeast San Rafael

While there might not be top attractions in Southeast San Rafael, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

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Lucas Valley-Marinwood

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lucas Valley-Marinwood and surrounding area, you can visit Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.

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Gerstle Park

While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Falkirk Cultural Center and Mission San Rafael Arcangel are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Dominican

While Dominican isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Downtown San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is very chic, modern, and in a great location. The staff was very helpful and welcoming. A great location for a couple get away. I would come again"