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11 Sept - 13 Sept
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In one month
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30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for San Rafael motels

Restaurant

1. Villa Inn

Villa Inn
2.0 star property
Lincoln
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location, room was quiet and had a few upgrades, staff was excellent, restaurant onsite, free parking."
United States
cassandra
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Villa Inn
Reception

2. North Bay Inn

North Bay Inn
2.0 star property
Canal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (977 reviews)
"Everything was great the people tht work there very hospitality"
United States
Eric
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
North Bay Inn
Exterior

3. Marinwood Inn & Suites

Marinwood Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Novato
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Super clean , great amenities, great place to stay !!!"
United States
Ismael
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Marinwood Inn & Suites
Exterior

4. Muir Woods Lodge

Muir Woods Lodge
2.5 star property
Almonte
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,013 reviews)
"Good value and convenient location"
United States
Audrey
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Muir Woods Lodge
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

5. Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito

Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito
2.0 star property
Mill Valley
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff helpful and kind. A/C worked well. Convenient parking"
United States
Tim
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito
Front of property

6. Tamalpais Motel

Tamalpais Motel
2.0 star property
Mill Valley
7.0 out of 10, Good, (294 reviews)
"Nice!"
United States
Gaurish
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Tamalpais Motel
BBQ/picnic Area

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley

Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley
2.5 star property
Pinole
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"The guy in the front desk ( BEN) is the worst. He’s very rude when you simply ask a question. Please do better at hiring your staff. Hire people who really like their job."
United States
Marvin
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

8. Lombard Plaza Motel

Lombard Plaza Motel
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Clean, updated rooms and friendly staff"
United States
LaDonna
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Lombard Plaza Motel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

9. Motel 6 Pinole, CA

Motel 6 Pinole, CA
2.0 star property
Pinole
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"T"
United States
Alexander
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Motel 6 Pinole, CA
Room, 2 Double Beds | Television

10. Americas Best Value Inn Richmond San Francisco

Americas Best Value Inn Richmond San Francisco
2.0 star property
Richmond Annex
7.0 out of 10, Good, (828 reviews)
"Good location, rooms are clean easy to reserve"
United States
Sylvia
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Americas Best Value Inn Richmond San Francisco
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom (Self check-in) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

11. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
2.5 star property
Richmond District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Great beds, great bathrooms, great location."
United States
Katharina
The price is £149
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Living area | TV

12. Surf Motel

Surf Motel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean, good parking"
United States
Anil
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Surf Motel
Rooftop terrace

13. Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District

Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (515 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
suzzana
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

14. Budget Inn

Budget Inn
2.0 star property
Richmond Annex
6.6 out of 10, (105 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Stephanie
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Budget Inn
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

15. Pacific Heights Inn

Pacific Heights Inn
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.8 out of 10, Good, (854 reviews)
"Great"
United States
artan
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Pacific Heights Inn
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

16. Inn at Golden Gate

Inn at Golden Gate
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location by Presidio, lots of restaurants, coffee shops, shops etc They have a filtered drinking water available in each room."
United States
Vladimir
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Inn at Golden Gate
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

17. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Had a great time and the staff was so friendly. Will definitely stay here again on our next trip."
United States
Coach Wendy
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
Interior entrance

18. Motel Capri

Motel Capri
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"great place to stay!"
United States
Kaylynn
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Motel Capri
Classic Single Room (Accessible) | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

19. Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.5 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (193 reviews)
"Great location, amazing staff. We would definitely stay there again."
United States
Doug
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Seaside Inn
Interior

20. Motel 6 San Francisco, CA - Fisherman's Wharf

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA - Fisherman's Wharf
2.0 star property
Russian Hill
6.0 out of 10, (730 reviews)
"Close to nearby Ghirardelli and Fishermen’s wharf."
United States
Michelle
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Motel 6 San Francisco, CA - Fisherman's Wharf
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful location, walking distance to everything. Breakfast was delicious and room was super clean. Staff were always very kind."
Timothy 4-night trip
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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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San Rafael Motels information

Number of reviews
8,036
Accommodation
78 Motels
Lowest Price
£57
Highest Price
£149

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to San Rafael?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what San Rafael has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in San Rafael, as well as Pier 39 and Oracle Park in the area.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveller taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in San Rafael?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Villa Inn: Stay within a short 6-minute drive of San Francisco Bay. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay: Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as air conditioning. Central San Rafael is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) away. Muir Woods Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 6.4 mi (10.4 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Inn on Broadway: Central San Rafael is 13.6 mi (21.9 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and concierge services are available during your stay. Lombard Plaza Motel: 13.1 mi (21 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in San Rafael?
As you're sightseeing around this family-friendly area, take time to explore the shops and festivals. Visitors like San Rafael for the entertainment venues, forests and restaurants. Favourite places in and around San Rafael include San Francisco Bay, Pier 39 and Oracle Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: McNears Beach Country Park, Gerstle Park and Field of Dogs Dog Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Rebound Bookstore, Bay Area Discovery Museum and Presidio Tunnel Tops.
What's the seasonal weather like in San Rafael?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Rafael to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for San Rafael is 543 mm.
What are my options for getting around San Rafael while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in San Rafael to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), which is located 25 mi (40.3 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 25.9 mi (41.7 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.