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A sign for Marin Lodge with a 'No Vacancy' message.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a door, and a window with curtains.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a wheelchair-accessible entrance, and a building with a tiled roof and greenery.

A building with a sign labeled "OFFICE" on the front door, a "NO SMOKING" sign, and a welcome sign.

1. Marin Lodge

Lincoln, 1.2 km from Marin History Museum

Sarah

SAR 447

SAR 500 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large sign for AC Hotels Marriott, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a modern design, a vase with flowers, and a seating area with a bench.

A meat slicer with a red wheel, placed on a marble countertop in a kitchen setting.

2. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

Downtown San Rafael, 0.1 km from Marin History Museum

Courtney

SAR 935

SAR 1,049 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A restaurant interior with a bar area, wooden chairs, and a counter.

A hallway with framed pictures on the walls, including a prominent California poster.

A building with the sign 'San Anselmo Inn' and 'Gale & Co.' on the facade.

A lobby with striped chairs, a blue armchair, a map on the wall, and a red carpet.

3. San Anselmo Inn

2.9 km from Marin History Museum

Kathy

SAR 468

SAR 478 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with wooden floors, black chairs, and tables. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

A motel with a parking lot, a flag, and a building with a red door.

A Villa Inn motel with a signboard, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

4. Villa Inn

Lincoln, 1.1 km from Marin History Museum

Robert

SAR 426

SAR 477 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by potted plants and trees.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a glass table.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a television on a wooden stand.

5. Panama Hotel

Gerstle Park, 0.8 km from Marin History Museum

Eric

SAR 334

SAR 375 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A reception desk with a sign reading "NORTH BAY INN" above it.

A hotel reception area with a television displaying a news program, a vase with flowers, and a water dispenser.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and a table with a tray.

A North Bay Inn sign with a vacancy message, surrounded by landscaping and a building with a red-tiled roof.

6. North Bay Inn

Canal, 2.3 km from Marin History Museum

Eric

SAR 469

SAR 526 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with a black countertop sink, a mirror, and a shower area with a towel rack.

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a sign for 'SureSt Hotel', and a view of parked cars.

A residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a palm tree, and a house with a tiled roof and a metal fence.

7. SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Canal, 2.4 km from Marin History Museum

Dillon

SAR 421

SAR 472 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A bar area with multiple seating options and a well-stocked bar counter.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, modern furniture, and decorative wall art.

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a central fire pit.

A modern hotel with a palm tree in the foreground, a parking lot, and a sunset sky.

8. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

8.4 km from Marin History Museum

Trenton

SAR 546

SAR 623 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A pathway leading to a house with a wooden door and a small porch area.

A wooden door with a number '9' sign, a surfboard decoration, and a chair inside.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a window with a view of the backyard.

A house with a wooden door, a small porch with a bench, and a fenced backyard.

9. Surf Lodge

12.8 km from Marin History Museum

megan

SAR 919

SAR 1,048 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wooden bridge in a forested area with large trees and ferns.

A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a television, a cabinet, and a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a lamp, and a balcony with a view of trees and a garden.

A café with a wooden counter, wicker chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

10. Mill Valley Inn

8 km from Marin History Museum

pia

SAR 1,050

SAR 1,178 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a sofa, a fireplace, and a view of the water and city skyline.

A hotel room with a large window, two teal armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a desk, two armchairs, a sofa, and a bed.

A waterfront building named 'The Inn Above Tide' with a view of the water and city skyline.

11. The Inn Above Tide

14 km from Marin History Museum

George

SAR 1,977

SAR 2,253 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A waterfront deck with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and boats docked in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a table with chairs, a fireplace, and a large window with blinds.

A living room with a fireplace, wooden paneling, and abstract paintings.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "WATERS EDGE hotel • tiburon" and bicycles parked outside.

12. Waters Edge Hotel

13 km from Marin History Museum

Janet

SAR 1,050

SAR 1,178 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor living area with a stone wall, wooden deck, and outdoor furniture.

A modern reception area with a white reception desk, two yellow armchairs, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A hotel entrance with a red door, a covered waiting area, and a parking lot.

A modern building with a sign reading "the evergreen" and a patio area with outdoor seating.

13. The Evergreen

5.7 km from Marin History Museum

Merary Suyen

SAR 502

SAR 562 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, string lights, and umbrellas.

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a fireplace, and large windows offering views.

A modern interior with a seating area, a round table, a television, and decorative elements.

A modern bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and decorative rings on the wall.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma

9.6 km from Marin History Museum

Joanne

SAR 605

SAR 691 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A fire feature with a view of mountains, a table with a plate of snacks and two glasses of wine, and wicker chairs.

A tree with white blossoms in a park with a lake in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a park through a glass door.

A modern outdoor patio with glass walls, outdoor furniture, and a fire feature.

15. Acqua Hotel

9.8 km from Marin History Museum

Siena

SAR 986

SAR 1,106 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A circular fire pit with seating around it, surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola overhead.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a shower, and a TV.

A buffet setup with coffee machines, cereal, and fruit.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa with colorful cushions, and a view of the street outside.

16. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

5.1 km from Marin History Museum

Nathan

SAR 546

SAR 612 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and a television.

A kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a view through the window.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and pendant lighting.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a built-in microwave, and a refrigerator.

17. Hotel Mac

13.7 km from Marin History Museum

Jeed

SAR 481

SAR 530 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a living area with a sofa and ottoman.

A bar area with two 'The Bistro' signs, glasses, and a candle on a marble counter.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond/Berkeley

18.1 km from Marin History Museum

Danielle

SAR 571

SAR 629 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-level atrium with a central open space, seating areas, and a bar/lounge with a view of the surrounding floors.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, multiple floors, and a large digital art display.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Civic Center, 3.3 km from Marin History Museum

Shrleen

SAR 613

SAR 687 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel exterior with outdoor seating, string lights, and a fireplace.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with a covered area and outdoor seating.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a towel rack.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with chairs.

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma

15.7 km from Marin History Museum

Mereseini

SAR 710

SAR 809 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Marin History Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marin Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 359 reviews	View
San Anselmo Inn	8.6 Excellent 246 reviews	View
Villa Inn	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Panama Hotel	7.8 Good 207 reviews	View

Top Marin History Museum Hotel Reviews

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

8/10 Good

"Breakfast juice machine is out of order."

Panama Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet, boutique like Inn in San Rafael in a residential area with great cafe's nearby. The Panama restaurant is also very good!"

Cheerful home in Heart of Marin County

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely stay. The apartment was very well appointed and very comfortable. We will definitely look to rent again when back in town to visit our family."

Beautiful Guesthouse with direct view of the Bay

10/10 Excellent

"great property with great views. Parking is a little tough"

Charming 2.5 bedroom 1 bath house with Heated floor, WiFi in peaceful San Rafael

10/10 Excellent

"This was a good place to stay in the Gerstle Park neighborhood. It is a spacious and comfortable place. It was good for our dogs as well. We enjoyed our time here, and communication with the host was clear. Thanks!"

Simply marvelous 2 bedroom with kitchenette, grilling patio and grand balcony

10/10 Excellent

"Such a lovely view - drinking coffee on the good sized balcony felt like I was up in a tree house amidst the greenery. In reality you are less than a mile walk down hill to the vibrant San Rafael Downtown. The host responded quickly when I had walking direction questions. The shower was a dream. The bed was very comfortable and I had lots of room to make myself at home. Street parking was easy during the day but a bit challenging coming home after evening outings. I would totally come back next time I’m seeing friends in Marin easy to navigate to from the freeway."

Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Exactly as described, would definitely stay again."

Charming Mediterranean Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Great location right in downtown San Rafael. Super quiet at night. Love having the windows open at night. Beautiful old home!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was very nice and peaceful. Felt safe and was the place was spotless. Bedding was very nice luxurious. Beautiful fresh picked vases of flowers in two of the rooms. Saw a cute deer outside at night while on balcony. Enjoyed my stay very much."

Other attractions near Marin History Museum

Mission San Rafael Arcangel

9.0/10 (73 reviews)

Find out about the history of San Rafael when you spend time at Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.

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Falkirk Cultural Center

8.2/10 (13 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Falkirk Cultural Center during your trip to San Rafael. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its biking trails.

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Rebound Bookstore

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Rebound Bookstore during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.

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Marin Bocce Federation

Catch an event at Marin Bocce Federation, and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as biking. While you're in the area, wander around the lush forest.

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San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

9.8/10 (7 reviews)

Catch an event at San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as biking. Amble within the lush forest or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Gerstle Park

7.4/10 (8 reviews)

Gerstle Park is just one of the places to see in San Rafael, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and biking trails in this family-friendly area.

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Dominican University of California

8.8/10 (56 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Dominican University of California during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the biking trails.

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Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

9.2/10 (22 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market during your trip to San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Marin History Museum?

Marin History Museum is located in a scenic area of San Rafael that travelers like for its seaside and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 30 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Marin History Museum?

Adjacent to Marin History Museum, AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and a bar. Other good choices close by include Villa Inn and Panama Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Marin History Museum?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Marin History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Marin History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Marin History Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Marin History Museum?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Marin History Museum, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Marin History Museum?

Explore notable local landmarks like Mission San Rafael Arcangel, American Legion Log Cabin, and Robson-Harrington House. You can check out the local talent at Sweetwater Music Hall, Fairfax Pavillion, and Barn Theatre. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Phoenix Lake, Gerstle Park, and Field of Dogs Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Marin History Museum hotels

1. Marin Lodge

2. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

3. San Anselmo Inn

4. Villa Inn

5. Panama Hotel

6. North Bay Inn

7. SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

8. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

9. Surf Lodge

10. Mill Valley Inn

11. The Inn Above Tide

12. Waters Edge Hotel

13. The Evergreen

14. Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma

15. Acqua Hotel

16. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

17. Hotel Mac

18. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond/Berkeley

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

20. Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma

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Top Marin History Museum Hotel Reviews

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Panama Hotel

Cheerful home in Heart of Marin County

Beautiful Guesthouse with direct view of the Bay

Charming 2.5 bedroom 1 bath house with Heated floor, WiFi in peaceful San Rafael

Simply marvelous 2 bedroom with kitchenette, grilling patio and grand balcony

Location! Private Cottage, Quiet, Garden, Walk downtown

Charming Mediterranean Guest House

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

Other attractions near Marin History Museum

Mission San Rafael Arcangel

Falkirk Cultural Center

Rebound Bookstore

Marin Bocce Federation

San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

Gerstle Park

Dominican University of California

Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

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