Title: The Best Hotels in Downtown San Rafael, San Rafael - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk

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## Check prices for these dates

Tonight

[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=944334058949931008&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Tomorrow

[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=944334058949931008&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

This weekend

[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=944334058949931008&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Next weekend

[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=944334058949931008&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

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## Our top choices for Downtown San Rafael hotels

![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92380000/92379300/92379278/bc3a57a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92380000/92379300/92379278/13ef4c49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92380000/92379300/92379278/12f241b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Rooftop bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92380000/92379300/92379278/70c5ebac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-San-Rafael.h92379278.Hotel-Information)

Downtown San Rafael

9.2/10

Wonderful

(225 reviews)

"Great stay!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Eric

£134

includes taxes & fees

27 Feb - 28 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Hotels-AC-Hotel-By-Marriott-San-Rafael.h92379278.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/75f20517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/fb03adf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/cd59b3af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/4e4ef19d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information)

13 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(7,316 reviews)

"excellent breakfast and location "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Leslie

£136

includes taxes & fees

10 Feb - 11 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/4fd95a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/18d49d8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/30aa972c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6666/9e50e45c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Handlery Union Square Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Handlery-Union-Square-Hotel.h6666.Hotel-Information)

14.3 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.8/10

Excellent

(2,861 reviews)

"Friendly staff great location "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Tiffany

£114

includes taxes & fees

5 Mar - 6 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Handlery-Union-Square-Hotel.h6666.Hotel-Information)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/5971a3e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/06ec7d41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/a67c7266.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/8e61a8e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Golden-Gateway.h10538.Hotel-Information)

13.8 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(5,253 reviews)

"Great stay"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jorge

£106

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Golden-Gateway.h10538.Hotel-Information)

![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/575b2d5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/381993a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/ac2abcd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/67096996.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information)

12.9 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(3,829 reviews)

"Nice hotel and great staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Tomohiro

£152

includes taxes & fees

11 Feb - 12 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/ba0da8d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily full breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/b954d76f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/1e7669a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/22a22cab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Berkeley-Marina.h23800.Hotel-Information)

13.6 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.2/10

Very good

(4,266 reviews)

"Great location great breakfast restaurant!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Maria

£116

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Berkeley-Marina.h23800.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/96ca1121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View | Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/a2b2e8c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/77af977e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View | Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/9eb9cbe2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton San Francisco Financial District

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Financial-District.h4302.Hotel-Information)

13.9 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.8/10

Excellent

(2,380 reviews)

"Good stay and really good hospitality. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Alfonso

£111

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Financial-District.h4302.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3552/d9a28cf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3552/e6503d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3552/6a4c1f91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3552/c37b3c13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zoe-Fishermans-Wharf.h3552.Hotel-Information)

13 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,715 reviews)

"Great location, wonderful staff, and nice hotel. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Nivia

£139

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zoe-Fishermans-Wharf.h3552.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15680000/15674100/15674041/73f16382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15680000/15674100/15674041/87497295.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15680000/15674100/15674041/1d4be4ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15680000/15674100/15674041/0f029671.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-EmeryvilleSan-Francisco-Bay-Area.h15674041.Hotel-Information)

15.8 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,006 reviews)

"Courteous staff, quick check in and found the room super clean."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Alazar H

£119

includes taxes & fees

27 Feb - 28 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-EmeryvilleSan-Francisco-Bay-Area.h15674041.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/ee9631bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/ace9cc04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/6d047af9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22500/22500/1d699bf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Fishermans-Wharf-San-Francisco.h22500.Hotel-Information)

13 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,518 reviews)

"Good restaurant."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Neil

£147

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Fishermans-Wharf-San-Francisco.h22500.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11793/d655bded.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11793/0e7fe7cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11793/289a909a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11800/11793/3f88e907.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Pickwick Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-The-Pickwick-Hotel.h11793.Hotel-Information)

14.6 mi from Downtown San Rafael

7.8/10

Good

(1,110 reviews)

"Fantastic Service! Loved my stay!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kelly

£56

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-The-Pickwick-Hotel.h11793.Hotel-Information)

![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/5b7dbc33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/064d99a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/8cb518c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23774/538f9e07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Regency San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-San-Francisco.h23774.Hotel-Information)

14.2 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.2/10

Wonderful

(2,070 reviews)

"Nice staff and great room views!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

John

£189

includes taxes & fees

6 Mar - 7 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-San-Francisco.h23774.Hotel-Information)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14451/825e2808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14451/42c7dbc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Billiards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14451/73b4f860.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14451/390484a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### King George Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-King-George-Hotel.h14451.Hotel-Information)

14.3 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.6/10

Excellent

(2,102 reviews)

"Really a nice place"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Charlene

£81

includes taxes & fees

4 Mar - 5 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-King-George-Hotel.h14451.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/9fbb800a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (with Terrace) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/a4142b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/4c4de4ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette (with Terrace) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/913000/912982/8e808fd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Club-Quarters-Hotel-In-San-Francisco.h912982.Hotel-Information)

14 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(2,955 reviews)

"Clean room, great staff "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jennifer

£100

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Club-Quarters-Hotel-In-San-Francisco.h912982.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/944f985c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/17458474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Bedroom (Corporate) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/57a12208.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20600/20547/d2ce10c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Chancellor-Hotel-On-Union-Square.h20547.Hotel-Information)

14.2 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.4/10

Exceptional

(3,192 reviews)

"I loved this stay! Extremely friendly staff and amazing rooms"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Hajar

£85

includes taxes & fees

11 Feb - 12 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Chancellor-Hotel-On-Union-Square.h20547.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438136/169545aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438136/680962da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438136/dfcb3ab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/440000/438200/438136/7fe55669.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Shattuck Plaza

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Hotel-Shattuck-Plaza.h438136.Hotel-Information)

15.8 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,124 reviews)

"Friendly staff, large room, very quiet."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Adam

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Hotel-Shattuck-Plaza.h438136.Hotel-Information)

![Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/472c4721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/c1c685ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/a34901ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/551100/551060/76f5cbcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Sonesta-Emeryville.h551060.Hotel-Information)

15.9 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,352 reviews)

"Great place. Would stay again. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Irie

£107

includes taxes & fees

28 Feb - 1 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-Sonesta-Emeryville.h551060.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578900/578899/7d66de20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578900/578899/3c779c9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578900/578899/cf567017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/578900/578899/w5614h3742x0y0-0021dd27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Fishermans-Wharf.h578899.Hotel-Information)

12.9 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.0/10

Wonderful

(2,298 reviews)

"Beautiful room with a nice view of Alcatraz. Will definitely stay here again."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

kevin

£137

includes taxes & fees

17 Feb - 18 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-And-Suites-Fishermans-Wharf.h578899.Hotel-Information)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/173b8dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/19abbe84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/7bc06dc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/a3393d8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zephyr-San-Francisco.h9868852.Hotel-Information)

12.9 mi from Downtown San Rafael

8.6/10

Excellent

(2,430 reviews)

"Great location on the wharf, with many restaurants, and activities in the area."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Frank

£146

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zephyr-San-Francisco.h9868852.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/b53af55a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/308976ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/b267e1c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/01ffa11d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Nikko San Francisco

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Nikko-San-Francisco.h23406.Hotel-Information)

14.4 mi from Downtown San Rafael

9.4/10

Exceptional

(2,736 reviews)

"Excellent welcome by staff and perfect room and breakfast. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

karen

£195

includes taxes & fees

28 Feb - 1 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Nikko-San-Francisco.h23406.Hotel-Information)

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## Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

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

- Lucas Valley-Marinwood
- Dominican
- Southeast San Rafael
- Terra Linda
- Gerstle Park

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map&regionId=553248635975866791)

![Lucas Valley-Marinwood map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:mffgFfrlkV_t%40qZ%3FAeT_JwHuNkBg%40SGoGeB%40AvSqc%40%3F%3FzAcD%60GeMh%40iAhPo%5D%3F%3FfCmFfDeHj%40mAxOu%5C%60B_Dz%40aBTe%40%60AiBvC%7DUb%40sDb%40kDd%40%7BDPsApB_PNmArCsUf%40wDxA%7BLiB_lAAWa%40sWEcDfLg%7C%40vFsb%40HY%7E%40mCfDsJlOrB%60Dq%40zFaAf%40IP%40zGZvLh%40fUxBr%5BzCZD%5CDZD%5CD%5EDZDZD%5CD%5CDXBXFVDXBXDXDXBXDXDXBJ%40LBL%40LBL%40LBLBL%40LBL%40VDPDNDND%5CHjB%5CQj%40u%40%7EBEJCLKVKTKVIPGJINGJILIJKLIJKJILKJILKJILQTQRKNKJKNMNKLILMNUZMRMPKNKNKPKNMPKNi%40%60AKNIPKNINININIPMTKTMTKTGLO%5CKVKTKTIVqB%7CFiBbHqCjKOt%40CLQhAIjAElA%3Fp%40%3F%5CFpG%40jCDnBDlAJjAPjARbAv%40zBz%40jBr%40fBl%40jBXhBLzBEzB%5DnOBfEHhBB%60A%3FBt%40OlAw%40z%40bMa%40bNR%5EUp%40YfCMbAMl%40YhACvAoC%7CF_%40nAw%40hCi%40fAA%3FYn%40hGbNe%40fM%3F%3F%5Czf%40s%40nC%7BGbFqA%7D%40TlAz%40rBbDbA%7CBrBnAp%40lA%3FfE%7CDo%60%40%7Cj%40SVU%5CpAvEv%40nCrAxEJ%5E%40%3FlKl_%40Nf%40xL%7Cb%40iAz%40SN_FpDoGvEkD%60G_OxGuSrNo%40b%40mMg%40kl%40hEwDOSFq%40Gy%40Xc%40%7E%40Gf%40K%5Ca%40FkAAk%40DkBTgA%60%40_%40NgAHyAjE&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=oLpatZBqowj5p3krAK485BIidJs=)

### 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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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map&regionId=984038884961026048)

![Dominican map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:og%7BfFppzjV%7EAwI%60BqAc%40m%40f%40kAXsBEq%40E%7B%40qAuCgB%7DDS_N%7DAaBb%40wCWoCP%7DAVqAz%40cCuA_CcAUaCsBk%40%7BCIYKe%40%5BqAO_A_%40gAw%40_AkFcAm%40M_DwAkAcBa%40%5Bm%40MYQOa%40Kc%40EsBGa%40%5DmANg%40PsFpC_J%7DA%7BFAoC_BuBa%40i%40%7BA%7BBw%40mALwA%40MLyAg%40_%40KgDjDgCv%40%60A%7CByACmCI%7B%40Fw%40tAThBe%40h%40RfA%40%60%40%5DHEzA%5EfAlAhB%7C%40d%40Bl%40DvCXnBgBtA%5CfCg%40jFaCbEk%40hBxAXl%40%60%40x%40vHSLnCRtEd%40fA%60BTh%40j%40%40_A%60IlDxCpAhA_Bt%40_Al%40dBX%60BnAxAj%40%7C%40r%40VHXQ%60AJ%5Cr%40Xh%40bAPDt%40o%40%5CIML%60%40G%60%40NR%5Cp%40%7EBL%7EAEDHPtA%60Cb%40zD%60AtBB%5C_%40v%40En%40bBxAbCr%40%40HTfBf%40hALPLFt%40%5CpB%7ECH%60AIbAeAdDP%3FJ%60%40hBj%40fAbBRXn%40TzAI%60AJnAFLBJBJFJJLTHVDVBb%40Cj%40SNg%40f%40kAhAURKNKP%5DfAMb%40Sf%40Q%5CGJGRKRGJGRS%5EMXQh%40GXG%5CE%5EKh%40K%5EIPGNGFBpB%7BCYO%3FmBEaCBkF%5EkEr%40iDjAwBx%40g%40TcAd%40%7DNtGcC%60BwIzIoCnCsCpCwDrDmA%60AwDtDqAlAmD%3F&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=DBSjGm1milFkikmkyiN8HtiWOoo=)

### 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. 

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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map&regionId=984039831888064512)

![Southeast San Rafael map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:ksufFtzvjVdAaBr%40_ADKf%40sALu%40%5CcBb%40sA%7C%40mBpC%7BFtBwDaCuDqEsUMsBCu%40CaBHoAJaATyA%40E%60Lm%40cEwh%40Nc%40jLmC%3FYCwBlGwA%7C%40SNC%7EFsAfMsC%7CEiAKPjLkChBa%40%3FaFbJAfE%3F%3FyL%3FeB%3FgJrGAr%40%3FIk%40%5EMPiAj%40wDVkBJ%3F%3Fa%40fB%3FA_KtC%5BhAn%40QrDCl%40KbCEjAEfAKhBA%60%40m%40pDUpAWzAYhAQ%60%40sAjDaBbG%5EvHGxBJ%7C%40KbAINGfCKb%40a%40fBm%40nCQv%40Ud%40kAtBwA%7CCBhCv%40pAA%7EATtAMZw%40IQrCe%40%60Is%40dB%5BvBu%40%7CPaAhBuB%60EmA%7CBsApB%7D%40rA_AvAUv%40Md%40Uv%40g%40hBKDiAlEuB%60HkAxEyAfCO%5COZQb%40w%40gAiAeAwAy%40cBk%40eAQyBAiCRgObBo%40HeBRM%40_%40BSDK%40_Gn%40sB%5CgAHgANgAXcA%5EaAh%40%7D%40l%40c%40%5E&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=HTq4TS5aXO9BhRDvIgiMQ1_cLTI=)

### Southeast San Rafael

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

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![The beautiful, unspoiled hills of West Marin, with evening light.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007487/d6be1724-af9d-4613-8a58-64ab7f9bcc2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map&regionId=553248635976007487)

![Terra Linda map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:%7Bv%60gFxxckVaFeYbFaCcCcD%7C%40mDwCsFpBw%40dCqKWs%5El%40mFnAoBnBYjB%5E%7CAcK%7CDwA%7CDqS%7BCqA%5DmF%7BCeEWyUf_%40qToDuM%7ED%7D%40vJb%40nInNf%40bEz%5BpFfDaZpBb%40tFm%40r%5BgHvLnZeJnQz%40%60KaFlZnBfBsBlFiCa%40oDlAb%40hGtBZNvImCN%7BB%7BBqCpA%7DFIb%40dGiBnOkJjDb%40lFeDfBwAaKiE%7DBqA%60FgLsBaB%7E%40nAzFzEbCj%40rIqA%60BsFz%40uMeOuE%7EAi%40%60FiErE_F_EoAfI%7DFXeFaEsAx%40sBrFvAlDT%7EDkCtGhBzDoErMoFJ&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=wIERfQNhiZZbWYfHMUfXoxL90zk=)

### 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. 

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![Dramatic sunset over Mt. Tamalpais, Marin County, CA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944335156291006464/bef904b1-a8eb-422f-9616-6f34fd87c5a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=960&h=540&p=1&q=medium)

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?pwaOverlay=map&regionId=944335156291006464)

![Gerstle Park map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=289x340&map_id=c017d89749dc74ad&markers=icon:%7C&path=enc:a%60wfFx%60%7EjViAoAeAmAe%40i%40P%3FR%3F%60%40%3FIs%40MoAMBI%40WDI%40u%40Lk%40Ji%40HaAP%3FOWmCPCt%40O%7E%40O%3F%7B%40Ic%40IKIAOKIKKGKCI%3FK%40%5BJe%40LODWHWBE%3FE%40GDSRIM%5Bw%40JI%7EBaB%7ECmB%5DMTG%40e%40EYIs%40%3FSjA%5CXDLwB%40QN%7BB%40UG%7B%40Ey%40Eu%40qBcAFYF_%40Le%40Vk%40HMJEc%40AS%5Ce%40c%40iAWJy%40Um%40Kq%40Qa%40c%40i%40%3FYTgARQJCBCf%40BR%7D%40Na%40GIMKPkA%5C%7BAqAi%40HUV_ANu%40Hs%40TJLe%40FWNm%40Pq%40%40CL%5DFWFUFWv%40LpAwFJmCw%40ILaCMCHaCt%40DJyAL%40zAJhBPtDXP%40B%3FF%40J%40P%40LB%60%40KxBaBj%40c%40BQj%40%7CA%60BDNSGzAEv%40ErAIlBF%3FRBV%40EdAARlALr%40D%40WDoAVBR%40J%40CYCYG%5BF%5DEYIYUc%40%60AAJAx%40KHCLAFMA%5D%5CQ%5E%5BRKfAk%40x%40MPC%5EGZM%5CGBR%7E%40EKkBjCk%40ZjDLnA%60%40MpA%5Db%40JJGPoENLLN%5C%5Cp%40SPBx%40f%40F%7EAdAn%40Dd%40Q%5Co%40%60%40Yp%40xBpAeDlJOf%40Od%40IXq%40tBEJe%40xA%3Fl%40YXGHa%40lAmAvDc%40vAUl%40c%40vAKXI%40%7D%40hAgAt%40QnBi%40t%40KlAcA%7C%40c%40%7EA%40F%3FFGv%40CEEAG%40SNMHABc%40bACHCH%3FLBP%40PAXAJCHCFCDGFIHCBCJAF%3FJ%40HBNBH%3FF%3FJ%3FHCFCFEFQXIJGJCDABKJCKEBC%3FC%40C%3FE%40E%3FC%40%3F%3FC%3FC%40EDABCB%3FBA%40%3FB%3F%40%3F%40A%40%3FBBT%3FF%3FD%3FH%3FH%3FDCFELEJEHEJEHCBCDEDABEBGDMDGDGFEDCHCHAHGj%40Ud%40q%40PuAvC%7DAdAaAQIBCh%40VNG%7E%40sASH_A%7DDm%40O%7B%40eHnL&key=AIzaSyAoVHdVOa5-BDRxGhFoAHYIHPst1T09Jo0&signature=CzY2gcuxJ1pWAB5k8_PiTnbwnt0=)

### Gerstle Park

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

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## Top Downtown San Rafael Hotel Reviews

![Hotel Zephyr San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9870000/9868900/9868852/fd976170_y.jpg)

### Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"clean, convenient loacation"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Zephyr-San-Francisco.h9868852.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Nikko San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23406/6c2cdc12_y.jpg)

### Hotel Nikko San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, nice room. Clean."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Nikko-San-Francisco.h23406.Hotel-Information)

![Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37390000/37382500/37382494/0671fcfa_y.jpg)

### Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. I appreciated the free activities provided by the hotel."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Marriott-Vacation-Club-Pulse.h37382494.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/6fb55356_y.jpg)

### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, friendly staff, great breakfast. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information)

![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/ba0da8d5_y.jpg)

### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent

"Easy check in, clean rooms, helpful staff, great location with bay views, park access, and good on-site restaurant service. I enjoyed my stay."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Oakland-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Berkeley-Marina.h23800.Hotel-Information)

![YOTEL San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19520000/19510300/19510249/e1a4da25_y.jpg)

### YOTEL San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, modern, easy check in/out, affordable for a good location"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-YOTEL-San-Francisco.h19510249.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38250000/38249400/38249309/575b2d5c_y.jpg)

### Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were clean. The location was great and the staff was helpful. Will definitely stay again if we are in that area."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information)

![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/9ba9bb1f_y.jpg)

### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"We arrived early and was able to get an early check in. Checkout was a breeze. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Golden-Gateway.h10538.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/77af977e_y.jpg)

### Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent

"People were great super joce"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Financial-District.h4302.Hotel-Information)

## Frequently asked questions

### What is Downtown San Rafael like?

### What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown San Rafael?

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

### What is there to do around this San Rafael neighbourhood?