Downtown San Rafael Travel Guide

San Rafael

An aerial view of a city with a mix of modern and historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a hilly backdrop.
A pink church with a central tower, two side towers, and a large cross at the top.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A statue of a man holding a staff in a garden with a white building in the background.
A statue of a man holding a staff in front of a white building with windows and a red roof.

Stay near popular Downtown San Rafael attractions

Mission San Rafael Arcangel

9.0/10 (73 reviews)
This mission in San Rafael, which still offers services, is an interesting destination to learn more about California’s religious history.
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Top hotels in Downtown San Rafael

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 ₹14,237 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
₹14,237
₹16,756 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
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 ₹12,588 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
₹12,588
₹18,759 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,670 reviews)
"This hotel was perfect! Centrally located and walking distance to fisherman’s warf and plenty of shopping and eateries. We highly recommend the stay here!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

3.5 out of 5
351 Geary St San Francisco CA
The price is ₹15,720 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
₹15,720
₹18,502 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,475 reviews)
"Great everything! Definitely would recommend and stay again!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
The price is ₹15,762 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
₹15,762
₹18,551 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
55 Cyril Magnin St San Francisco CA
The price is ₹14,562 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
₹14,562
₹17,139 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,645 reviews)
"Awesome and very recommended place for family and close to the city activities"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

3.5 out of 5
433 Powell St San Francisco CA
The price is ₹8,346 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
₹8,346
₹9,854 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,416 reviews)
"Always a pleasant stay at the Chancellor, whenever we frequent San Francisco. Central to everything and comfortable rooms at a reasonable price!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
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Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

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

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.

Dominican

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

Rolling green hills with a mountain range in the background.

Terra Linda

Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but American Legion Log Cabin and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A mountain range with a sunset sky.

Gerstle Park

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

A coastal town at sunset with a bridge in the background and fog over the water.

Canal

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canal and surrounding area, you can visit Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Downtown San Rafael Travel Guide