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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Dominican University of California, connected to the convention center

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Business center
Point of interest
Ballroom
Ballroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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101 Mcinnis Pkwy, San Rafael, CA, 94903
  • Place, Marin County Civic Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, Non Smoking | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock

Suite, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock

Suite, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Corner (Mobility, Bathtub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(91 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

San Rafael

In shopping district.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Dominican University of California and 6 miles (10 km) of Mission San Rafael Arcangel with a stay here. Sweetwater Music Hall is within 12 miles (20 km) and Golden Gate National Recreation Area is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Marin County Civic Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Dominican University of California - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 21 min drive - 13.3 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ounces Outdoors - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪the Farmers Wife - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County

3.5-star hotel near Dominican University of California, connected to the convention center
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are available in public spaces for a fee.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 14 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 19332 square feet (1796 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County was completed in February 2020.

This 3.5-star San Rafael hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 236 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 19332 sq ft of conference space
  • 1796 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1990
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County offers 236 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and safes. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with double sofa beds. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Rafael hotel provides wired and wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period); wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period); wired internet (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Double sofa bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 9.95 (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: USD 9.95 (rates may vary)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 14 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County to the airport?

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County is 38 mi (47-min drive) away from the Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County on Oct 26, 2025 start from $151.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County.

How close is Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County to the beach?

This hotel is 8.7 mi (16-min drive) from McNears Beach Country Park and 13.2 mi (18-min drive) from Keller Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County offer free breakfast?

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 15 per day.

Does Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County have a pool?

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County have a restaurant?

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County is home to Red Oak Craft Bar, which features Californian cuisine and light fare.

Does Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County to downtown San Rafael?

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County is 2.3 mi away from San Rafael.

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 670 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1019 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard, BURLINGAME

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grandison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Manav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay!

The room was nice and big for my family. We loved our room, the friendly staff, and enjoyed breakfast. Everything was wonderful! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Interior spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

OLIVIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a bit dirty, there were hardened dirt on the carpet, the back of our couch has some tissue paper. Air con wasn’t working well. It’s hot specially at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great hotel! Beautiful atmosphere, easy check in, and complimentary breakfast was soo good! Will be booking again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Great Hotel

The comp breakfast was very good. They have a full omelet station.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald J

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Zainab

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and nice surroundings. Room heater/air conditioner was too noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

EIJI, Lakewood

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast, nice hotel environment
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

SHEILA

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

alvin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025