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Our top choices for San Rafael vacation rentals

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

1. Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay

Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
California Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (64 reviews)
"Very cozy stay!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥16,809
￥38,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
Exterior

2. Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees

Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees
Bayside Acres
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (281 reviews)
"Beautiful quiet place. Very thoughtful hosts. "
United States
Gwenn C.
The price is ￥25,614
￥50,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Beautiful, Secluded Bay View Cottage in the Trees
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. Cozy 2-bedroom house in charming San Rafael with AC, WiFi

Cozy 2-bedroom house in charming San Rafael with AC, WiFi
West End
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Family trip to San Francisco area was made perfect by this cozy home with a great location to the ferry, Muir Woods and Point Reyes National Seashore!"
United States
Heather N.
The price is ￥24,926
￥63,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Cozy 2-bedroom house in charming San Rafael with AC, WiFi
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

4. Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael

Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael
Lincoln
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Very private, quiet, lovely place to stay."
United States
Lori N.
The price is ￥23,693
￥68,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael
Terrace/patio

5. 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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (205 reviews)
"Wonderful, peaceful and relaxing stay."
United States
Amber
The price is ￥14,248
￥30,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hot Tub/Sauna/Jacuzzi/Massage Chair/Pets/ Fireplace/15 Min to Golden Gate Bridge
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

6. Beautiful Guesthouse with direct view of the Bay

Beautiful Guesthouse with direct view of the Bay
Country Club
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Nice host and beautiful views! "
United States
Alicia B.
The price is ￥28,976
￥43,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Beautiful Guesthouse with direct view of the Bay
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

7. Private Luxury Retreat • Chef's Kitchen • Spa Bath • Near Napa, Sonoma & SF

Private Luxury Retreat • Chef's Kitchen • Spa Bath • Near Napa, Sonoma & SF
Terra Linda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Great location and neighborhood - fully stocked with everything you need - hiking trails walking distance. "
United States
Rodi B.
The price is ￥18,492
￥40,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Private Luxury Retreat • Chef's Kitchen • Spa Bath • Near Napa, Sonoma & SF
Interior

8. Private Luxury Suite • Scenic Views • Near SF & Wine Country

Private Luxury Suite • Scenic Views • Near SF & Wine Country
Terra Linda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Great stay! Comfortable, clean, convenient. Would stay again."
United States
Benjamin R.
The price is ￥20,546
￥43,343 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Private Luxury Suite • Scenic Views • Near SF & Wine Country
Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Interior

9. Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael

Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael
3.0 star property
Lincoln
The price is ￥30,897
￥67,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Designer Apartment < 1 Mile to Downtown San Rafael
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

10. Bayfront Oasis | Deck, Fire Pit, Kayaks – Near Wine Country

Bayfront Oasis | Deck, Fire Pit, Kayaks – Near Wine Country
Canal
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
The price is ￥58,209
￥108,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Bayfront Oasis | Deck, Fire Pit, Kayaks – Near Wine Country
Outdoor dining

11. Views! Private&Spacious! 7BR+Loft, Sleeps 10-19, 21 fee. 15min=SF,GGB,Napa-Prkg!

Views! Private&Spacious! 7BR+Loft, Sleeps 10-19, 21 fee. 15min=SF,GGB,Napa-Prkg!
Los Ranchitos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Excellent views!"
United States
Eli N.
The price is ￥176,099
￥342,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Views! Private&Spacious! 7BR+Loft, Sleeps 10-19, 21 fee. 15min=SF,GGB,Napa-Prkg!
Property grounds

12. Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht

Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht
Sausalito
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Incredible trip!"
United States
Corrie H.
The price is ￥28,816
￥65,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Classy, Century-Old San Francisco Bay Yacht
Beach

13. Hideaway in Inverness!

Hideaway in Inverness!
Inverness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
The price is ￥20,011
￥37,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hideaway in Inverness!
Outdoor dining

14. Acqua-suite. Experience luxury on the water in this amazing floating suite.

Acqua-suite. Experience luxury on the water in this amazing floating suite.
Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"We had a great time on the boat. My friend was 80 and did great with navigating the stairs and steps to the bathroom and off and on the boat itself. It was so relaxing and serene."
United States
Lexy M.
The price is ￥45,786
￥86,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Acqua-suite. Experience luxury on the water in this amazing floating suite.
Property amenity

15. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
3.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,430 reviews)
"Would definitely go back again!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥25,718
￥30,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Exterior detail

16. TRANQUIL MASTER SUITE studio with PRIVATE ENTRANCE in charming Fairfax

TRANQUIL MASTER SUITE studio with PRIVATE ENTRANCE in charming Fairfax
Fairfax
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Our host was wonderful! My family and friends unexpectedly ended up hanging out with her out on the back garden deck enjoying great conversation and good vino. Very nice time indeed!"
United States
daniel d.
The price is ￥23,053
￥37,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
TRANQUIL MASTER SUITE studio with PRIVATE ENTRANCE in charming Fairfax
Exterior

17. Floating condo 'B' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay

Floating condo 'B' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay
Mill Valley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Clean and good location"
United States
Robert T.
The price is ￥20,171
￥49,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Floating condo 'B' on Sausalito's Richardson Bay
Beach

18. Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost

Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost
Mill Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Katherine H.
The price is ￥32,995
￥62,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Modern Garden View Home w/ free parking, unique art & furniture: a Superhost
Interior

19. Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge

Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge
Almonte
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Amazing house and a great stay"
United States
Ira R.
The price is ￥29,048
￥51,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Lovely and Quiet suite with GORGEOUS VIEWS-10 min to Golden Gate Bridge
Outdoor dining

20. Enchanted Waterfall Sanctuary

Enchanted Waterfall Sanctuary
Mill Valley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
The price is ￥29,320
￥57,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Enchanted Waterfall Sanctuary
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel with a great view of San Francisco from the Regency Club on top of the hotel! Also convenient to BART, Starbucks, Streetcar, and the Ferry building."
Cheryl 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in San Rafael?

Yes, there are vacation rentals in San Rafael near Falkirk Cultural Center, or you can go with a secluded option if you're looking for extra privacy while you relax. Tourists like the array of shops and top-notch restaurants in San Rafael. Leave time to check out the forests and festivals during your visit.

What's the top vacation rental in San Rafael?

Simply marvelous 2 bedroom with kitchenette, grilling patio and grand balcony : Visitors give good reviews to this San Rafael vacation home rental, which is located in the city center and has a balcony, a selection of games, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave.

How many vacation rentals are there in San Rafael?

Expedia has 54 vacation rentals for your stay in San Rafael.

What can I see and do in San Rafael?

San Francisco Bay and McNears Beach Country Park are a couple of scenic spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas Marin History Museum is one of the cultural attractions. While in the area, you can also visit popular places like Pier 39 and Oracle Park.

What are vacation rentals like in San Rafael?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can book for a few days or a quick weekend in San Rafael. Vacation rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll be comfy for your stay. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a vacation rental can offer a sense of safety away from public hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a popular option for a family getaway.