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Our top choices for San Rafael motels

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a red carpet, a comfortable armchair, and a potted plant.

1. Villa Inn

Villa Inn
2.0 star property
Lincoln
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Cute little motel; helpful staff and clean, well-maintained rooms; good value."
United States
Jack
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Villa Inn
A reception desk with a sign reading "NORTH BAY INN" above it.

2. North Bay Inn

North Bay Inn
2.0 star property
Canal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (990 reviews)
"Was very quiet and clean"
United States
Eric
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
North Bay Inn
A building with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

3. Marinwood Inn & Suites

Marinwood Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Novato
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place, shows some wear and tear. Spacious suites, could use some things for the kitchenette. Beds are comfy, TV/Channels are good. We had a balcony, where do you find a room with a balcony...only California!! Priced right!"
United States
Steve
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Marinwood Inn & Suites
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, a sink, and a window overlooking a landscape.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito

Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito
2.0 star property
Mill Valley
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect and quiet. Will stay again."
United States
Marina
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Mill Valley/Sausalito
A sign for Mur Woods Lodge with a stone pillar and a wooden signboard.

5. Muir Woods Lodge

Muir Woods Lodge
2.5 star property
Almonte
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room."
United States
Edmund
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Muir Woods Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a window with blinds, a ceiling light, and a view of the outside.

6. Tamalpais Motel

Tamalpais Motel
2.0 star property
Mill Valley
7.0 out of 10, Good, (312 reviews)
"Clean room and very friendly staff. Shops like 7/11 and McDonalds are walking distance. Very close to freeway and easily accessible."
United States
Purificacion
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Tamalpais Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a shower area.

7. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
2.5 star property
Richmond District
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"We stay here every year for Halloween in SF and every year we are impressed with how clean the room is, how friendly the staff is, and how great the location is!"
United States
Chloe
The price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

8. Motel 6 Pinole, CA

Motel 6 Pinole, CA
2.0 star property
Pinole
6.8 out of 10, (1,004 reviews)
"It’s a place to sleep."
United States
Nicolas
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Motel 6 Pinole, CA
BBQ/picnic Area

9. 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)
"This little spot has a great location. It is a cozy older building with a few rough edges but is in general a good, easy stay. The people working there, if you are basically polite to them at all, are extremely helpful and responsive. For the price, a great deal."
United States
Cliff
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Pinole Berkeley
Room

10. Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District

Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (555 reviews)
"We loved out stay, hotel staff was very helpful."
Canada
Manbir
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
A reception area with a reception desk, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a potted plant, and a tiled floor.

11. Super 8 by Wyndham Petaluma

Super 8 by Wyndham Petaluma
2.0 star property
Petaluma
6.4 out of 10, (998 reviews)
"Good location, clean room, friendly staff."
United States
Alonzo
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Petaluma
A modern building with a prominent 'Inn' sign, featuring a mix of contemporary and classical architecture, located at a street corner with a clear view of the sky.

12. Inn on Broadway

Inn on Broadway
2.5 star property
Pacific Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"This is the best hotel to stay at if you are visiting San Francisco."
United States
Vicki
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Inn on Broadway
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a sofa, and two framed pictures on the wall.

13. Lombard Plaza Motel

Lombard Plaza Motel
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Good Motel to spend the night."
United States
Caio
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Lombard Plaza Motel
A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a marble countertop, and various appliances including a coffee maker and a kettle.

14. Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
2.0 star property
Marina District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Comfortable shower and bed. Great location near the Presidio and Richardson/ Palace of Fine Arts."
United States
Paul
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
A bedroom with a bed, a television, a chair, and two framed pictures on the wall.

15. Budget Inn

Budget Inn
2.0 star property
Richmond Annex
6.2 out of 10, (119 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Stephanie
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Budget Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a desk, a television, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

16. 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, (838 reviews)
"Good location, rooms are clean easy to reserve"
United States
Sylvia
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Americas Best Value Inn Richmond San Francisco
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a television.

17. Inn at Golden Gate

Inn at Golden Gate
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"This is a nice place to stay in San Francisco, we really enjoyed staying at this place and very clean."
United States
Mahmoud
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Inn at Golden Gate
A glass door entrance to a building with a tiled patio area visible through the door.

18. Motel 7

Motel 7
2.0 star property
Vallejo
7.4 out of 10, Good, (530 reviews)
"I was clean and pleasant and the staff was a very nice and very accommodating! I've been there a couple of times and I will continue to come back"
United States
Alicia
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Motel 7
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp. There is a framed picture on the wall and a carpeted floor.

19. Surf Motel

Surf Motel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,069 reviews)
"Professional and helpful staff. Great location! Close to everything including the public transportation. Parking included is a plus."
United States
Blanca
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Surf Motel
A living room with a large TV, a wooden cabinet, a black leather chair, a small table with plants, and a window with curtains.

20. Marina Inn

Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Northwest Berkeley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Love the way I can just relax here there’s a lot of restaurants near by too it’s a great location and rooms are kept very clean"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Marina Inn
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Good, comfortable hotel, good prices for its location in the center of SF. Lots of restaurant and shopping options around."
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Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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San Rafael Motels information

Number of reviews
6,374
Accommodation
76 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$100
Highest Price
AU$261

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 Muir Woods National Monument and Pier 39 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. Inn on Broadway: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central San Rafael is 13.6 mi (21.9 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. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay: Central San Rafael is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) away. Free WiFi, parking and a terrace 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, Muir Woods National Monument and Pier 39. 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 Aquarium of the Bay.
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.