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Our top choices for San Rafael 3-star hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

1. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,456 reviews)
"Great location for the price and parking"
United States
Mawel
The price is ￥18,789
￥22,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
A hotel reception area with a polished marble floor, wooden paneling, and a reception desk with a computer and a telephone.

2. The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,623 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥18,209
￥21,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
The Pickwick Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Handlebar Union Square Hotel."

3. Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel
3.5 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,709 reviews)
"Friendly staff, perfect location, lovely historic building! Would definitely stay here again."
Canada
Kelly
The price is ￥23,565
￥27,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Handlery Union Square Hotel
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a green awning, a 'No Parking' sign, and a 'Restaurant & Bar' sign.

4. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,564 reviews)
"very nice place, we have stayed for several times."
United States
Jinyu
The price is ￥15,031
￥17,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a bed. There is a view of the city through the window.

5. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge

Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
Emeryville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,836 reviews)
"The beds were real comfortable"
United States
Robert
The price is ￥19,736
￥23,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire feature, adjacent to a bar and dining area with modern decor.

6. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,380 reviews)
"Really nice hotel"
United States
Jamaya
The price is ￥26,857
￥31,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
A spacious living area with a round seating arrangement, a wooden reception desk, and a staircase.

7. Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great staff and restaurant"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ￥11,115
￥13,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Tilden Hotel
Room

8. Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,295 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Cayla
The price is ￥18,896
￥22,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hotel Julian
A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring palm trees and a view of the surrounding landscape.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley
3.0 star property
Vallejo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay with the family."
United States
Luis
The price is ￥14,629
￥16,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Courtyard by Marriott Vallejo Napa Valley
The Stanyan Park Hotel facade with a prominent entrance, large windows, and two potted trees.

10. Stanyan Park Hotel

Stanyan Park Hotel
3.0 star property
Golden Gate
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is ￥38,531
￥44,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Stanyan Park Hotel
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

11. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
San Antonio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,317 reviews)
"Excellent place"
United States
Ronald
The price is ￥19,723
￥22,917 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and a large chandelier.

12. The Mosser

The Mosser
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Very good location! Clean and Quiet"
United States
Jiaqi
The price is ￥14,665
￥17,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Mosser
A modern kitchen with a bar area, featuring a long counter, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view into the dining area.

13. King George Hotel

King George Hotel
3.0 star property
Union Square
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,277 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, clean room and facilities, great location!"
United States
Jessica J
The price is ￥14,980
￥17,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
King George Hotel
A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a lobby, flanked by ornate columns and potted plants.

14. Hotel Majestic

Hotel Majestic
3.5 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,413 reviews)
"I like bed the furnishings, the breakfast and the friendly staff"
United States
Mary
The price is ￥20,034
￥23,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel Majestic
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a mural.

15. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
3.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,546 reviews)
"Excelent option for families. Clean, close to main attractions, staff very friendly. Would stay again."
United States
Jose Ignacio
The price is ￥21,315
￥25,087 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
A large resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a marina with boats.

16. Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma

Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
3.5 star property
Petaluma
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel, attentive staff"
United States
Donald
The price is ￥15,650
￥17,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
A fire feature in a planter, outdoor seating area, and a building with red accents in the background.

17. The Phoenix Hotel

The Phoenix Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Love this place!"
United States
Katherine
The price is ￥21,339
￥25,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Phoenix Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire feature, and umbrellas.

18. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge

Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
3.0 star property
Emeryville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,302 reviews)
"Everything was smooth at check in, friendly staff, beautiful views. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jenna
The price is ￥17,996
￥20,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge
A covered outdoor seating area with stone walls, wooden furniture, and a large barrel.

19. The Lodge at Tiburon

The Lodge at Tiburon
3.5 star property
Tiburon
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,072 reviews)
"The property and staff were great. We will definitely stay there again!!!"
United States
Tom
The price is ￥31,941
￥42,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Lodge at Tiburon
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

20. Hotel 32One

Hotel 32One
3.0 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (990 reviews)
"Perfect location!"
United States
Braelyn
The price is ￥16,765
￥19,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel 32One
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Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is ￥18,735 per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
￥18,735
￥28,556 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
includes taxes & fees
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Learn more about San Rafael

Just 20 minutes from San Francisco, this Marin County gem offers perfect access to Muir Woods' towering redwoods and Point Reyes' wild beaches. Explore the revitalized downtown's farm-to-table restaurants before catching an indie film at the historic Rafael Theater, where locals gather for post-screening discussions.

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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian

10/10 Excellent
"Staff are so nice. The food is great."
Beverly 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Hotel Julian
Tilden Hotel

Tilden Hotel

8/10 Good
"Not in the best part of town and you can tell it was an SRO at one point. However the bed was incredible and we got a great nights sleep. I also think having the cafe there is nice but it was closed during our stay."
Alexandra 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Tilden Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in San Rafael?
Expedia customers needing an affordable and pleasant San Rafael stay often book Courtyard San Francisco Larkspur Landing/Marin County. This 3-star hotel, roughly 6 kilometers southeast of the center, offers a swimming pool and hypo-allergenic bedding. Want another suggestion? Located 6 kilometers north of downtown and including pool sun loungers and a cafe, Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County is another go-to choice for guests.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in San Rafael?
Reserve a room at a 3-star hotel and you can expect comfortable and tidy rooms and amenities such as WiFi, fitness equipment and coffee and tea facilities. These lodgings may also include a restaurant and bar on-site. Upgrade your San Rafael vacation by picking a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness area, 24/7 room service and upscale bathroom products, you'll enjoy a heightened sense of comfort and relaxation.