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Our top choices for Picnic Valley hotels

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1. Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
2.0 star property
Lincoln, 2.6 km from Picnic Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"We loved our room!!! It was clean, well maintained and lovely"
Canada
Kayla
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Marin Lodge
A restaurant with wooden floors, black chairs, and tables. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

2. Villa Inn

Villa Inn
2.0 star property
Lincoln, 2.5 km from Picnic Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Liked the quiet location and friendly staff"
United States
Robert
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Villa Inn
A multi-level atrium with a central open space, seating areas, and a bar/lounge with a view of the surrounding floors.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
3.5 star property
5 km from Picnic Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean , staff was excellent"
United States
Shrleen
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
A circular fire pit with seating around it, surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola overhead.

4. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

Best Western Corte Madera Inn
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Picnic Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved our stay would definitely come back, breakfast was great."
United States
Nathan
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Best Western Corte Madera Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

5. Marin Suites Hotel

Marin Suites Hotel
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Picnic Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jocelyn
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Marin Suites Hotel
A modern outdoor living area with a stone wall, wooden deck, and outdoor furniture.

6. The Evergreen

The Evergreen
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Picnic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (735 reviews)
"Clean crisp room, friendly staff and easy parking."
United States
Rod
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Evergreen
A bar area with multiple seating options and a well-stocked bar counter.

7. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Picnic Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Best hotel on the trip Great staff, clean room."
United States
Robert
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and umbrellas branded with "Tiburon."

8. The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
11.4 km from Picnic Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,028 reviews)
"The location is fabulous, close to shops and restaurants."
United States
Kristen
The price is AU$289
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Lodge at Tiburon
A marina with boats, palm trees, and a building with large windows.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
4.0 star property
21.3 km from Picnic Valley
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (5,140 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, and sofa.

10. Hotel Mira Vista

Hotel Mira Vista
2.0 star property
18.9 km from Picnic Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great experience"
United States
Mario
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Hotel Mira Vista
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
2.5 star property
23.1 km from Picnic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Brand new construction, really quiet rooms amazing bathrooms, great area convenience to restaurants and UC Berkeley would always stay here again"
United States
Myles
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Berkeley by IHG
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows.

12. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4.0 star property
19.8 km from Picnic Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7,660 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in a very good location."
Germany
Thorsten
The price is AU$270
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola structure.

13. HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
24.6 km from Picnic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,422 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Ramamurthy
The price is AU$242
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.

14. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
24.3 km from Picnic Valley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,274 reviews)
"Very good place"
United States
somkait
The price is AU$233
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

15. Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
3.0 star property
24.8 km from Picnic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,050 reviews)
"Love this place and the shopping center in the area great"
United States
Sheila
The price is AU$277
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

16. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
24.9 km from Picnic Valley
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,723 reviews)
"Great stay. We would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerardo
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
A spacious lobby with large windows, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a counter with a coffee station.

17. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
4.0 star property
24 km from Picnic Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,621 reviews)
"Beautiful stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$410
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
LUMA Hotel San Francisco
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a wine bottle.

18. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
3.5 star property
19.6 km from Picnic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,705 reviews)
"Very good place to stay 👌"
Canada
Radu
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Cow Hollow Inn & Suites
A cobblestone street lined with flower-covered buildings, a welcoming archway, and a sign reading "Office."

19. Marina Motel

Marina Motel
2.0 star property
19.5 km from Picnic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff, lovely landscape, good location."
Canada
Natasha
The price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Marina Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city.

20. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 star property
20 km from Picnic Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,698 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Michael
The price is AU$223
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn by the Bay
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Our guide on where to stay in Picnic Valley

Find the best Picnic Valley 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 Larkspur Ferry Terminal and Marin Country Mart.

An aerial view of a city with a mix of modern and historic buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a hilly backdrop.

Downtown San Rafael

While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.

Rolling green hills with a mountain range in the background.

Terra Linda

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

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.

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 Mission San Rafael Arcangel.

Top Picnic Valley Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Picnic Valley

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good
"The hotel was decent. Except they gave us a room at the very end of the hall right next to all of the dumpsters and where the employees congregate outside. The other complaint I would have about the room is that the sink had basically no pressure at all. They give you two bottles of water when you arrive and when we requested two more from the giant stack they keep behind the desk on another day, they declined and said didn't you get them at check-in? The staff are not that friendly, but they had a great outside patio area in the location was top notch."
Dayna 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Picnic Valley?
The best time to visit Picnic Valley is during the spring (April to early June) and autumn (September to October) months. These periods offer the most pleasant weather conditions for exploring the area.

Spring brings mild temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C, and the valley is in full bloom. The wildflowers are particularly striking, especially along the trails in the National Park. It's an excellent time for nature lovers and families who enjoy hiking and outdoor activities without the intense summer heat.

Autumn also provides comfortable temperatures, usually between 18°C and 28°C, and the landscape transforms with vibrant fall colours. The grape harvest is in full swing during this time, making it ideal for couples interested in wine tasting and vineyard tours. The crowds are also generally smaller than in the peak summer months.

While summer (July and August) is popular, temperatures can soar above 30°C, and the area can be quite busy.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Picnic Valley hotel for you.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Picnic Valley?
Hotel prices in Picnic Valley often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.