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Our top choices for San Rafael 5-star hotels

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 modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape.
A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.

1. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Miguel
SAR 1,051
SAR 1,436 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Fairmont San Francisco
A terrace with a view, featuring a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative lantern.
A couple standing in a room with large windows overlooking palm trees and a cityscape.
A poolside dining area with a table set for two, a pool, and a building with a distinctive tower and dome in the background.
A spacious living area with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.

2. Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
Claremont Hills
United States
Mohamed
SAR 786
SAR 1,149 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Claremont Resort & Club
A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.
A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, looking out at a cityscape with buildings and snow.
The entrance to the Taj Hotel in San Francisco, featuring a prominent blue awning and a red carpet leading to the doors.

3. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
Union Square
United States
Vince
SAR 760
SAR 1,025 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Taj Campton Place
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.
A grand hallway with high ceilings, ornate columns, and chandeliers.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.

4. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
NELSON PEREZ
SAR 1,146
SAR 1,525 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.
A paved pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a row of wooden benches.
A luxurious room with a marble fireplace, elegant seating, and a large mirror reflecting the room's decor.
A dining area with a marble table, blue chairs, and a chandelier.

5. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Ahmed
SAR 1,720
SAR 2,205 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
A restaurant with wooden flooring, black chairs, white tables, hanging plants, and pendant lights.
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a curved wall decoration, hanging plants, and bar stools with woven backrests.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a window with a view of a clock tower, and a staircase.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, multiple seating options, and a ceiling fan.

6. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Susan D
SAR 1,498
SAR 1,975 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
1 Hotel San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.
A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with a bowl of greenery, a desk with books, a framed artwork, and a view of a bridge and cityscape.
A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign for "California Center" and "Porte Seasons."
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.

7. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Seo Yong
SAR 1,637
SAR 1,926 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and modern buildings in the background.
A modern building with a unique angular design, surrounded by other high-rise structures.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and television. There are chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of buildings.
A bar area with a chalkboard menu listing oysters and other items, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

8. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sun Ding
SAR 1,803
SAR 2,343 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
A sauna with wooden benches and a large window.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and trees, during sunset.
A cozy outdoor seating area with two wooden stools and a bench, a bowl of olives, and a glass of white wine.
A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a modern kitchen with pendant lighting.

9. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
Napa
United States
Selina
SAR 2,629
SAR 3,353 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.
A gym with weight benches, dumbbells, and exercise machines.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.
Concierge desk

10. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Liya
SAR 3,000
SAR 3,729 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
The Huntington Hotel
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.
A modern dining area with a large wooden table, purple chairs, and pendant lighting.
A modern lounge area with a large mirror, comfortable seating, a coffee table with a tray, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A nighttime cityscape through a window, featuring illuminated skyscrapers and a view of the urban landscape.

11. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Christopher
SAR 1,836
SAR 2,332 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The St. Regis San Francisco
A two-story building with a covered patio area, multiple dining tables, and candle lighting.
A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large window with a view.
A residential street lined with houses, a pathway, and decorative lighting.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and trees.

12. MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa
Sonoma
United States
Mariusz
SAR 1,766
SAR 2,289 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa
A spacious living room with a fireplace, white sofas, and a wooden deck.
A sunroom with two leather chairs, a glass table, and a bench.
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central staircase, and a well-maintained garden with hedges and a vineyard.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings and exposed beams, surrounded by wine racks filled with bottles.

13. Carneros Resort and Spa

Carneros Resort and Spa
Napa
Canada
Rob
SAR 2,250
SAR 2,894 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Carneros Resort and Spa
A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.
Two bicycles parked on a sidewalk with baskets, in front of a building with the number 2901.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a view of the city from the window, a chandelier, and a mirror on the wall.

14. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Geoffrey
SAR 2,733
SAR 3,179 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Drisco
A covered outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by chairs, under a metal roof with a weather vane.
A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a lighthouse in the background.
A modern dining area with a long wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs. A staircase with a metal railing is visible in the background.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a coastal area, a bed, and a bedside lamp.

15. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Janelle
SAR 3,585
SAR 4,213 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
A historic building with ornate architectural details, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a door with a large glass panel, flanked by ornate railings and a well-lit interior.
A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a table with a vase of flowers, a fruit bowl, and a bottle of champagne.
A formal dining room with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.

16. Sutter Mansion

Sutter Mansion
Western Addition
United States
Mary
SAR 1,021
SAR 1,312 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sutter Mansion
A modern living room with a black door, a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a view of a street with buildings and parked cars.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wardrobe with a mirror, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white dining table with chairs, and a decorative orchid centerpiece.
A modern two-story building with a white facade, a visible staircase, and a garage door.

17. Dimond Abode Vacation Rental

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
Dimond
United States
Camille
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with bar stools.
A neatly made bed with a white and blue patterned bedspread, a dark headboard, and a white nightstand with a lamp.
A modern two-story building with a concrete staircase, a garage door, and a mailbox.
Terrace/patio

18. Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
Dimond
United States
Phyllis
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
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SAR 453
SAR 688 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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SAR 351
SAR 413 total
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includes taxes & fees
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SAR 503
SAR 769 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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Just 20 minutes from San Francisco, this Marin County gem offers perfect access to Muir Woods' towering redwoods and Point Reyes' wild beaches. Explore the revitalized downtown's farm-to-table restaurants before catching an indie film at the historic Rafael Theater, where locals gather for post-screening discussions.

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