The Best Hotels Closest to Marin History Museum in San Rafael for 2026

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

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

A person standing at a reception desk with a television mounted on the wall above, a thermostat, and a computer monitor to the right.

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

1. Marin Lodge

Lincoln, 1.2 km from Marin History Museum

Sarah

SAR 409

SAR 458 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with cushioned chairs, round tables, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a microwave.

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

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

2. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

Downtown San Rafael, 0.1 km from Marin History Museum

Michelyn

SAR 897

SAR 1,006 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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

A long dining table set outdoors with multiple chairs, covered with a dark tablecloth, and surrounded by wooden chairs.

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

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

3. San Anselmo Inn

2.9 km from Marin History Museum

Kathy

SAR 474

SAR 484 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a red carpet, a comfortable armchair, and a potted plant.

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

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

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

4. Villa Inn

Lincoln, 1.1 km from Marin History Museum

Robert

SAR 425

SAR 476 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

A balcony with wicker furniture and a glass table.

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

5. Panama Hotel

Gerstle Park, 0.8 km from Marin History Museum

Eric

SAR 334

SAR 375 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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.

A breakfast bar with various food items and a coffee machine.

6. North Bay Inn

Canal, 2.3 km from Marin History Museum

Eric

SAR 474

SAR 531 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

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

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 two-story house with a balcony and a staircase leading to the entrance.

8. Mill Valley Inn

8 km from Marin History Museum

pia

SAR 1,049

SAR 1,177 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A neatly made bed with a striped blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, a wooden headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door with a herringbone pattern.

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

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

9. Surf Lodge

12.8 km from Marin History Museum

Loisy

SAR 938

SAR 1,070 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 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 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.

A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows overlooking the sea, and a cozy seating area.

10. The Inn Above Tide

14 km from Marin History Museum

George

SAR 2,019

SAR 2,301 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of trees.

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

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

11. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

8.4 km from Marin History Museum

Trenton

SAR 545

SAR 623 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering views of the outside.

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

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma

15.7 km from Marin History Museum

Mereseini

SAR 709

SAR 809 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of a lake.

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

13. Acqua Hotel

9.8 km from Marin History Museum

Siena

SAR 985

SAR 1,105 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

14. The Evergreen

5.7 km from Marin History Museum

Merary Suyen

SAR 512

SAR 574 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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.

15. Hotel Mac

13.7 km from Marin History Museum

Jeed

SAR 481

SAR 529 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and decorative wall art.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma

9.6 km from Marin History Museum

Joanne

SAR 571

SAR 652 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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 lobby with a large digital display, two potted plants, and a modern design.

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

17. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond/Berkeley

18.1 km from Marin History Museum

Danielle

SAR 571

SAR 629 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

18. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

5.1 km from Marin History Museum

Nathan

SAR 545

SAR 612 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A multi-level atrium with a central open space, tiered seating, and a variety of seating arrangements.

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

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

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

3.3 km from Marin History Museum

Suzette

SAR 612

SAR 687 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 sunlit room with large windows, a gray sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

A spacious indoor area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a staircase.

20. Cavallo Point

16 km from Marin History Museum

Charles

SAR 1,795

SAR 2,305 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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SAR 409 SAR 458 total includes taxes & fees 25 Oct - 26 Oct	SAR 897 SAR 1,006 total includes taxes & fees 20 Nov - 21 Nov	SAR 474 SAR 484 total includes taxes & fees 27 Oct - 28 Oct	SAR 425 SAR 476 total includes taxes & fees 22 Oct - 23 Oct	SAR 334 SAR 375 total includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct

Top Marin History Museum Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

10/10 Excellent

"The Embassy Suites is literally the only place to stay in Marin. It's really nice, the breakfast is amazing, and they have all the other amenities. The rooms are nice and worth the money."

Panama Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We felt like we were in Mexico or South America. It was a really fun place to stay with lots of charm and character. We loved it."

North Bay Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Was very quiet and clean"

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!"

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. Mill Valley Inn

9. Surf Lodge

10. The Inn Above Tide

11. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma

13. Acqua Hotel

14. The Evergreen

15. Hotel Mac

16. Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma

17. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond/Berkeley

18. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

20. Cavallo Point

Compare top hotels near Marin History Museum

Marin Lodge

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

San Anselmo Inn

Villa Inn

Panama Hotel

Top Marin History Museum Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Panama Hotel

North Bay Inn

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

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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