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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Living area
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.

1. Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay

Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
California Park
United States
Jessica
$204 nightly
$222 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Marin Edwardian Mansion overlooking San Francisco Bay
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a chandelier.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a chandelier.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a chandelier, and a balcony with a view of the outdoors.

2. 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
United States
Sarah (Sally) B.
$2,284 nightly
$2,484 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Views! Private&Spacious! 7BR+Loft, Sleeps 10-19, 21 fee. 15min=SF,GGB,Napa-Prkg!
A modern house with a large glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a swimming pool.
A bar with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A spacious indoor area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a staircase.
A sunlit room with large windows, a gray sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

3. Cavallo Point

Cavallo Point
Sausalito
United States
Charles
$617 nightly
$704 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Cavallo Point
A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a sailboat and a building with multiple stories.
A spacious bar area with high wooden beams, a brick wall, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and tables.
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a tray of food, a lamp, and a view of the city through a window.
A bar area with three black barstools, a wooden counter, and a shelf stocked with liquor bottles.

4. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Vickie
$200 nightly
$236 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Argonaut Hotel
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.
A cozy bedroom with a large bed, a smaller sofa, a heater, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden door with a metal 'Welcome' sign above it.
A beach scene with a dog running on the sand during sunset.

5. Have a great time in Inverness !

Have a great time in Inverness !
Inverness
United States
Rima
$236 nightly
$265 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Have a great time in Inverness !
A cozy lounge area with striped sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a large globe hanging from the ceiling.
A spacious living area with a large globe chandelier, patterned wallpaper, and a variety of seating options including wicker chairs and sofas.
A building entrance with a blue archway, a sign reading 'Graduate Berkeley 2600', and a 'Durant' sign on the wall.
A chair with a patterned fabric, a lamp, and a view of a tower through a window with curtains.

6. Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
Telegraph District
United States
Tonya
$184 nightly
$212 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Graduate by Hilton Berkeley
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of white flowers, overlooking a cityscape with a tall building.
A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.

7. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Miguel
$295 nightly
$347 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Fairmont San Francisco
A classic red convertible parked in front of a grand hotel with ornate architecture and multiple entrances.
A maroon sports car parked in front of a grand hotel entrance with a brick facade and ornate detailing.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, floral arrangements, and classic furniture.
A grand lobby with a large chandelier, floral arrangements, and classic furniture.

8. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United Kingdom
Scott
$195 nightly
$229 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Interior
A Victorian-style house with a gated entrance, number 3238, and a well-maintained garden.
A room with a white table and two white chairs with yellow cushions, a large window with a view of a garden, and a piece of abstract art on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a television on a wooden dresser, and a view of a garden through large windows.

9. Pacific Heights Victorian Garden Studio

Pacific Heights Victorian Garden Studio
Pacific Heights
United States
Tomas
$394 nightly
$450 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Heights Victorian Garden Studio
An indoor swimming pool with arched ceilings and a reflection pool.
A library with bookshelves, a fireplace, and seating areas.
A historic building with a large arched entrance, flanked by two columns and a decorative architrave.
An architectural corridor with arches and columns, a window with a metal grille, and a view of a garden with a lamp post.

10. Berkeley City Club

Berkeley City Club
Telegraph District
United States
Brett
$235 nightly
$270 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Berkeley City Club
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"I enjoyed my stay more at this hotel than I did at the Fairmont. Great bang for the buck. rooms real nice with a good view."
nathan 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Stanford Court San Francisco
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

8/10 Good
"Staff was present 24 American hours. Parking in the area is hard. All amenities worked. Refrigerator was very useful gaskets were great. Plenty of places to eat In the area. Wife’s card was charged a weird charge in which we were not able to figure out and the hotel did not help."
Hananiah 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Comfort Inn by the Bay

Comfort Inn by the Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, plenty of hot water, good variety at breakfast, quiet, and air conditioning."
Beth 6-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Comfort Inn by the Bay
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Great location free breakfast great"
DAVID 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

8/10 Good
"A great place to stop while visiting San Fransisco and very convenient for our needs. It was clean, safe and had excellent amenities. We found the parking rates a little excessive for the location considering we were 30 minutes outside of San Fransisco. The pool, gym and restaurant were all great additions snd my two boys spent hours in the pool."
John 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"stayed one night for a basketball game.. room was clean and nice . Staff was very friendly restaurant next-door was yummy. Def would stay again."
Alicia 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

8/10 Good
"The hotel location is great and being a an older hotel you expect some small quirks with the building. I guess do to vagrant issues, they do not open the double doors in front so on a warm day lobby is very stuffy (AC in rooms only). Carpets are super dirty. Furniture on lobby area has holes, rips, tears. the photos are not correct. And it is not that clean or comfortable. Looking in the gathering areas. The attached restaurant does not open until after one o'clock in afternoon, so don't expect getting anything before then. The price is right for what you get in that area of SF. It is a 3 star at best hotel on a scale of 1 - 5 star. Nothing horribly bad, but nothing exceptional. Beds are comfy and pillows not bad. Just don't expect 5 star and you will be fine."
Matt 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Pickwick Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to San Rafael?
A trip to the historical sites in San Rafael is probably first on your travel itinerary. The array of shops and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you're here. You can also discover the festivals during your vacation in this family-friendly area.
How many historical hotels will I find in San Rafael?
In San Rafael, you'll find 97 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights to visit in San Rafael?
Landmarks like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin History Museum in San Rafael might be worth a visit. The picturesque setting of San Francisco Bay and McNears Beach Country Park exemplify the area's natural beauty. Additionally, in the area you'll find Muir Woods National Monument and Pier 39.
What is a historic hotel like in San Rafael?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in San Rafael, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in San Rafael have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in San Rafael, you won't find a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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