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Our top choices for San Rafael family-friendly hotels

A sign for Marin Lodge with a 'No Vacancy' message.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a door, and a window with curtains.
A building with a sign labeled "OFFICE" on the front door, a "NO SMOKING" sign, and a welcome sign.
A person standing at a reception desk with a television mounted on the wall above, a thermostat, and a computer monitor to the right.

1. Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
Lincoln
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Marin Lodge
A multi-level atrium with a central open space, seating areas, and a bar/lounge with a view of the surrounding floors.
Exterior
An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and string lights.
A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, multiple floors, and a large digital art display.

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
Las Gallinas
  • Family fun awaits with an indoor pool, premium TV channels, and free breakfast at this resort near China Camp State Park.
AU$261
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
A restaurant with leather booths, wooden tables, and hanging light fixtures.
Lounge
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a computer.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with drawers, a television, a lamp, a chair, and a small cabinet.

3. Marin Hilltop Hotel

Marin Hilltop Hotel
North San Rafael Town Center
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Marin Hilltop Hotel
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a sink with a mirror, and a towel rack.
A Villa Inn motel with a signboard, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
A restaurant with wooden floors, black chairs, and tables. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

4. Villa Inn

Villa Inn
Lincoln
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Villa Inn
A modern outdoor seating area with cushioned chairs, round tables, and potted plants.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bar with a variety of bottles.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a microwave.

5. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
Downtown San Rafael
  • Experience family adventures with modern comfort at this city centre San Rafael hotel.
AU$383
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a tiled floor and beige walls. There are yellow chairs and a small planter with plants near the pool.
Room
Breakfast area
Lobby

6. Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East

Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East
Southeast San Rafael
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a sign for 'SureSt Hotel', and a view of parked cars.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror. There are towels on a rack and a shelf with a box.
A modern bathroom with a black countertop sink, a mirror, and a shower area with a towel rack.

7. SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael
Canal
  • Indulge in a family retreat with free breakfast, cots, and parking—only a short drive to Muir Woods and San Francisco Bay.
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael
A wooden cabin with a curved roof, a door, and a window.
A spacious room with large windows, a ceiling fan, a dining table with chairs, and a green armchair.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a sofa with a mirror.
A circular wooden cabin with a glass balcony, surrounded by trees and a paved path.

8. Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees

Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees
Bayside Acres
  • Bay-view cottage offers family adventure with private spa pool, children's games, and serene forest trails.
AU$437
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A building with a white exterior, a balcony with white railings, and a door with decorative glass panels.
A two-story house with a front porch, a staircase, and a brick chimney.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a white refrigerator, and three bar stools.

9. Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay

Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
California Park
AU$338
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
A hot tub in a backyard with a wooden fence, a tree, and a patio area.
A garden with a stone fountain featuring lion head sculptures, surrounded by dense foliage and a wooden fence.
A compact kitchen with a white refrigerator, a small dining table with chairs, and a window providing natural light.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and artwork on the wall.

10. Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Massage Chair/Pets/ Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge

Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Massage Chair/Pets/ Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge
Terra Linda
AU$329
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Massage Chair/Pets/ Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in San Rafael

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in San Rafael

A multi-level atrium with a central open space, seating areas, and a bar/lounge with a view of the surrounding floors.
A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, multiple floors, and a large digital art display.
Exterior
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
Las Gallinas
AU$261
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
A restaurant with leather booths, wooden tables, and hanging light fixtures.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a computer.
Lobby
Lounge

Marin Hilltop Hotel

Marin Hilltop Hotel
North San Rafael Town Center
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Marin Hilltop Hotel
A restaurant with wooden floors, black chairs, and tables. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a red carpet, a comfortable armchair, and a potted plant.
A motel with a parking lot, a flag, and a building with a red door.

Villa Inn

Villa Inn
Lincoln
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Villa Inn
A modern outdoor seating area with cushioned chairs, round tables, and potted plants.
A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bar with a variety of bottles.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a microwave.

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
Downtown San Rafael
AU$383
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a tiled floor and beige walls. There are yellow chairs and a small planter with plants near the pool.
Room
Breakfast area
Lobby

Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East

Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East
Southeast San Rafael
AU$208
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a palm tree, and a house with a tiled roof and a metal fence.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.
A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a sign for 'SureSt Hotel', and a view of parked cars.

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael
Canal
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Big hotel."
Anne Helene 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good
"This hotel is well located at the beginning of a Tram line. there is a good choice of restaurants walking distance. The breakfast selection is good for the hotel. the room was clean and spacious as we had twin beds. overall i had a great stay"
christophe 5-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

8/10 Good
"Great service and clean and friendly"
Ricardo 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location"
Judith 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Nice property in the middle of everything! We loved the patio location and amenities."
Erik Alberto De La 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"😎"
Rodrigo 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Stanford Court San Francisco
Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"For the price the stay was great. Rooms were clean and modern. Staff was helpful and the location was convenient. Powell station was less than a ten minute walk so we had easy access to the BART station"
Manal 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tilden Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's San Rafael like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, San Rafael is a good choice. The cycling trails, entertainment and festivals are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Arrange a flight into Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), which is located 25 mi (40.3 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in San Rafael?
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center is a hotel with an indoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options to stay with the children include AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown and SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in San Rafael?
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's there to see and do with your family in San Rafael?
San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are interesting attractions that you and your family may enjoy exploring while you are staying in San Rafael. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Muir Woods National Monument, Pier 39 and Oracle Park.

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