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Panama Hotel

2.0 star property
San Rafael hotel in Gerstle Park area

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Exterior
Room (Roy Roger's) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Room (Lady Bracknell's) | Terrace/patio
Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow) | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Cabin (Captain's Cabin) | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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4 BAYVIEW STREET, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Place, San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Bordello) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Bordello)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin (Captain's Cabin) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Cabin (Captain's Cabin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Garden Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Grant's Tome)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Room (Honeymoon) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Honeymoon Room (Honeymoon)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Jennifer's) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Jennifer's)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Ken's Safari) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Ken's Safari)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Lady Bracknell's) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Lady Bracknell's)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Room (Maria's Pueblo) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Maria's Pueblo)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (Roy Roger's)

Room (Roy Roger's) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Roy Roger's)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room (Rosie's)

Room (Rosie's) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Rosie's)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Room (Venetian) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Venetian)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Dale Evans) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Room (Dale Evans)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

San Rafael

Gerstle Park stay.At this Gerstle Park hotel, you'll be steps from San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and within a 15-minute walk of Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Dominican University of California and San Anselmo Town Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Marin Bocce Federation - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Falkirk Cultural Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dominican University of California - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 19 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muffin Mania Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Garden Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪California Gold - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Il Davide - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Flatiron - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Panama Hotel

San Rafael hotel in Gerstle Park area
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Panama Hotel also features a garden and coffee/tea in a common area.
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1910
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Dining venue
Panama Hotel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads. This San Rafael hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

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 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 security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Panama Hotel Hotel
Panama Hotel SAN RAFAEL
Panama Hotel Hotel SAN RAFAEL

Frequently asked questions

How close is Panama Hotel to the airport?

Panama Hotel is 31.5 mi (46-min drive) away from the Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Panama Hotel?

As of Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panama Hotel on Dec 14, 2025 start from $88.49, 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 Panama Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Panama Hotel.

How close is Panama Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 10.3 mi (16-min drive) from Keller Beach and 11.7 mi (19-min drive) from Point Molate Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Panama Hotel offer free breakfast?

Panama Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Panama Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Panama Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Panama Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Panama Hotel have a pool?

Panama Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Panama Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Panama Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Panama Hotel to downtown San Rafael?

Panama Hotel is 0.4 mi away from San Rafael.