Downtown San Rafael, CA
San Rafael





Visit Downtown San Rafael
Stay near popular Downtown San Rafael attractions
Things to do

Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour + Bay Cruise Adventure

Hop-on, Hop-off City Tour & Muir Woods Excursion

Muir Woods & Sausalito with EXCLUSIVE Battery Spencer Small Group Tour

SAN FRANCISCO: (2hr) SUNSET Sailing Experience on SF Bay

Muir Woods National Monument: Self-Guided Walking and Driving Audio Tour
Downtown San Rafael Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"The “California Buffet” breakfast was amazing. Kinda makes up for the less than wonderful amenities."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Great location in union square, friendly staff and clean room!"
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"Enjoy the clearness and nice lobby decor and can see the hotel is luxury."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
"Great and affordable hotel !"
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Decided to stay at this hotel based off of a TikTok video I seen in regards of the premium king room, top floor corner room for the immaculate view. I must say, it was beautiful. However, walking into my hotel room it was very small. Compared to the videos that I seen it looks much bigger however ..."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this Hilton. I was especially pleased with staff’s courtesy and friendliness. The room was faultlessly clean and I loved the view of the city from our room. I highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2026
Where to stay in Downtown San Rafael

Terra Linda
While there might not be top attractions in Terra Linda, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin County Civic Center and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.
Southeast San Rafael
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Southeast San Rafael and surrounding area, you can visit Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.
Lucas Valley-Marinwood
Lucas Valley-Marinwood might not have many top sights, but Novato Arts Center at Hamilton Field and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Gerstle Park
While Gerstle Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Falkirk Cultural Center and Mission San Rafael Arcangel.
Dominican
While there might not be top attractions in Dominican, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market.
