Title: Montecito-Happy Valley Travel Guide: Best of Montecito-Happy Valley, San Rafael Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Montecito-Happy Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Montecito-Happy-Valley-Hotels.d944333611132547072.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to San Rafael](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Rafael](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Montecito-Happy Valley Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Montecito-Happy-Valley.d944333611132547072.Car-Hire-Guide)[Montecito-Happy Valley Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Montecito-Happy-Valley.d944333611132547072.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Montecito-Happy Valley Travel Guide ## San Rafael ## Visit Montecito-Happy Valley Things to do Hotels Where to stay [San Rafael travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael.dx9924) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Spire and fountain which are located in an outdoor space that is off the employee cafeteria area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9924/79973cd4-a955-4b95-9546-280323e089bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marin County Civic Center After visiting Marin County Civic Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marin-County-Civic-Center-San-Rafael.d6065809.Attraction) ![Mission San Rafael Arcangel featuring a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065807/d20836b2-9b82-49e5-99b4-bc1b1d606e2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission San Rafael Arcangel This mission in San Rafael, which still offers services, is an interesting destination to learn more about California’s religious history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mission-San-Rafael-Arcangel-Downtown-San-Rafael.d6065807.Attraction) ![Don't forget to stop by the camp cafe and check out the pictures on the wall. Some famous album covers have been taken here.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9924/3500632a-0fae-4c37-a366-e40301a05d3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### China Camp State Park Enjoy a trip to China Camp State Park and popular activities such as hiking in San Rafael. Wander the lush forest in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/China-Camp-State-Park-China-Camp.d553248621558560557.Attraction) #### Dominican University of California Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California as part of your travels around San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dominican-University-Of-California-San-Rafael.d6237435.Attraction) #### Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market You can enjoy retail therapy at Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market during your trip to San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marin-County-Civic-Center-Farmers-Market-San-Rafael.d6334911.Attraction) #### Peacock Gap Golf Club Play a round of golf in San Rafael at Peacock Gap Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as hiking. Wander the marina and lush forest in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Peacock-Gap-Golf-Club-San-Rafael.d6335113.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/192704/02e83615-017d-4057-af2f-68b4d1324bfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour £71 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alcatraz-island-ticket-and-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a192704.activity-details) ![San Francisco Love Bus tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5309321/611d2354-5ac8-4956-a495-4d8f870ea18f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Francisco Love Tour £63 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-francisco-love-tour.a5309321.activity-details) ![Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5074355/e5b96efb-25e7-4293-8c01-e22e2e029b78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise £93 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alcatraz-inside-and-golden-gate-bridge-bay-boat-cruise.a5074355.activity-details) ![Alcatraz Island in San Francisco ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/472754/70bdbd53-8ef8-45fd-ba81-18f17f763a03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mix & Save: San Francisco Grand City Tour + Alcatraz Island £110 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mix-save-san-francisco-grand-city-tour-alcatraz-island.a472754.activity-details) ![Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/516054/59a4face-b6a6-4df9-bda8-39b9a931913c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group) £70 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/muir-woods-and-sausalito-12-day-tour-small-group.a516054.activity-details) ![Combo image of Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/433854/abdc9d2e-0c86-4ea3-95aa-cee97475caea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit Alcatraz + Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour (2-Day) £91 per traveller **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visit-alcatraz-golden-gate-bridge-bike-tour-2-day.a433854.activity-details) [See all activities in San Rafael](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael.d9924.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Montecito-Happy Valley ![Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24700/24625/6fb55356_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf 2500 Mason St San Francisco CA £125 10 Feb - 11 Feb 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (7,270 reviews) Clean room great complementary breakfast Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=24625&PinnedHotelID=24625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944333611132547072) ![Hilton San Francisco Financial District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4400/4302/77af977e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton San Francisco Financial District 750 Kearny St San Francisco CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £123 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,278 reviews) A great View and a great value. Staff was friendly! Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=4302&PinnedHotelID=4302&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944333611132547072) ![Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10538/9ba9bb1f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA £111 25 Jan - 26 Jan 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (5,127 reviews) The room was clean, and the staff - from check-in to housekeeping - were all super friendly and helpful. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=10538&PinnedHotelID=10538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944333611132547072) ![Fairmont San Francisco](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18200/18200/6f6889e4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairmont San Francisco 950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill San Francisco CA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £295 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,444 reviews) Friendly staff & beautiful room. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=18200&PinnedHotelID=18200&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944333611132547072) ![Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31420000/31419900/31419890/fc76649d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown 701 3rd St San Francisco CA £131 23 Jan - 24 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,933 reviews) The single king room was the perfect place to recharge before our flight back home to Louisiana. It was the last night of our honeymoon and friends met us at Kaiyo for dinner which was exceptional. We can't wait to visit again! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=31419890&PinnedHotelID=31419890&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944333611132547072) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23800/ba0da8d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina 200 Marina Blvd Berkeley CA £97 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Berkeley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (4,132 reviews) near campus, nice pool, beautiful sunset in the marina. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=23800&PinnedHotelID=23800&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=944333611132547072) [See all 3,855 properties in Montecito-Happy Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026®ionId=944333611132547072) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Country-Club.dx553248635976659276) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Francisco Boulevard West While there might not be top attractions in Francisco Boulevard West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Larkspur Ferry Terminal. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Francisco-Boulevard-West.dx984039600677060608) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Canal If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Canal and surrounding area, you can visit Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Mission San Rafael Arcangel. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Canal.dx984039548000813056) ![The original mission was built here in 1817. Its original function was as a ‘sub’ mission for the church in San Francisco to assist in treating sick parishioners. It gained full mission status in 1822. Abandoned in 1847 with all its buildings being sold off or destroyed. A new church was built on the grounds in 1861. This chapel dates to 1949 and is a reconstruction of the building from 1817.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9924/85bea5ad-39b2-4dae-ac9b-1e5d65453868.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown San Rafael While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Classic Billiards. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Downtown-San-Rafael.dx944334058949931008) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Rafael-Dominican.dx984038884961026048) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lincoln While there might not be top attractions in Lincoln, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center. 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