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SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

2.5 star property
Hotel in San Rafael with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Exterior
Lobby
Free daily self-service breakfast

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Explore the area

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865 Franciso Blvd East, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Dominican University of California
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Marin County Civic Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

San Rafael

At SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael you'll be 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from San Francisco Bay and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Marin Country Mart. Highlights at this hotel include free self-service breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers in the lobby. Additionally, you'll find a vending machine. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this San Rafael hotel include Presidio of San Francisco and Golden Gate Bridge.

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Dominican University of California - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Marin County Civic Center - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 5 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Glyka Sweets
  • ‪Mi Pueblo Food Center - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Donuts - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Michael's Sourdough Sandwiches - ‬13 min walk

About this property

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Hotel in San Rafael with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
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 camper van/bus/lorry 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 a hairdryer. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 cots (infant beds)!

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
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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

Yep, SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

As of 28 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael on 14 Sept 2025 start from AU$163.19, 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.

Are there any beaches close to SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

The closest beach to SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael is Stinson Beach (13.6 km).

Does SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael serve breakfast?

Sure does, free self-service brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

No, SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

No, pets are not allowed.

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 255 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 249 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 154 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 170 out of 1004 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When the bed gets made, it would have been nice if the sheets were changed as well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maikeli

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was easy to get to. Fast check in. Tight parking spots
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YUE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

lovely family run hotel Kind and so considerate

Ive been here know for two weeks .I love it so convenient very clean Highly recommend sure stay Hotel best western San Rafael . it felt like my second home. Thank you to the whole staff for your outstanding service in every way Sally Catalana
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kyle

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was small but nice, and a good coffe shop across the street. It was clean, but I was disappointed that I found an apple core that had been left in the ice bucket. Service was friendly, will stay here again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

always a reliable well run place

I've stayed here while my home was being painted . It has been very comfortable and at a very fair price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Romulo

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Alondra

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Photos are deceiving, property condition is not good, and a lot of loitering
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MURTAZA

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Troy

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Smoke alarm was removed from room, main light bulbs out, loud music from lower level room, check in thru a window, breakfast (not really). Much better places to stay in San Rafael for similar price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were clean. The “reception” was tiny and breakfast should be just a coffee bar. This is a motel. Full of people smoking on the porches and balconies

2/10 Terrible

Tal

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very bad experience not recommended at all
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Duminda

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

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Fine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025