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SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near San Francisco Bay in San Rafael

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

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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865 Franciso Blvd East, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Place, Marin Country Mart
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, two framed artworks, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Rafael

Canal stay.Your stay at this Canal hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Marin Country Mart and Mission San Rafael Arcangel. San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and Larkspur Ferry Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Marin Country Mart - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Dominican University of California - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Marin History Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station - 18 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mi Pueblo Food Center - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Glyka Sweets - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Picante - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk

About this property

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Hotel near San Francisco Bay in San Rafael
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and RV/bus/truck parking. Free self parking is available.

This San Rafael hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael offers 32 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Children 17 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.

Property is also known as

San Rafael Travelodge
Travelodge in Hotel San Rafael
San Rafael Travel Lodge
Travel Lodge San Rafael
Travelodge San Rafael Hotel
Travelodge San Rafael
Travelodge Wyndham San Rafael Hotel
Travelodge Wyndham San Rafael
Travelodge San Rafael Hotel San Rafael
San Rafael Travelodge
San Rafael Travel Lodge
Travel Lodge San Rafael
Travelodge in San Rafael
Surestay By Best Rafael Rafael
Travelodge by Wyndham San Rafael
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael to the airport?

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael is 29.4 mi (35-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 SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael on Sep 7, 2026 start from $126, including 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 SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael.

How close is SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael to the beach?

This hotel is 5.2 mi (11-min drive) from McNears Beach Country Park and 8.2 mi (11-min drive) from Keller Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael offer free breakfast?

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael have a pool?

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael does not have a pool.

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael to downtown San Rafael?

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael is 1.5 mi away from San Rafael.

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 232 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 150 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 151 out of 1015 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfy bed and room was good size.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elijah

Disliked: Staff & service
Great inexpensive hotel conveniently located by freeway . Traveling for a basketball tournament wish they would’ve had a breakfast !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sherry

Disliked: Amenities
I wouldn’t stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sonja

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Advertised as a hotel but was a motel. Run down and gross. Even killed a cockroach in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Amenities
Nice inside rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable! Loved the amenities which was just what I needed and the staff was very nice! Would certainly stay again! Thanks so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They let me check in @9am after working night shift and that is very considerate of them. Good thing the room was available at that time. The room itself is clean and tidy. Has a refrigerator and microwave. Overall my stay was very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness
Parking was good. There wasnt a real breakfast. Just coffee and juice and a pre-packaged pastry. Very miss leading.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was very happy with our stay. Staff were extremely friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes, clean and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MerLynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the only thing is that the ice machine was not working. other than that it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice convenient nice family run
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly, room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Yes
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Gabby

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doesn’t look the same as the pictures
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Best bed we’ve ever had in a motel. Great nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very modest motel, but meticulously clean with a good staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Greg

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room did not appear to be well cleaned. Hair found in the shower, bathroom sink, and in the bed. The hair in the bed was the most disturbing as it made us suspect of the bedding had even been washed in the first place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MURTAZA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was courteous and helpful. The room was clean neat and location was very convenient. Excellent place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

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