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AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Dominican University of California

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Rooftop terrace
Rooftop bar
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $170
includes taxes & fees
$151 per night
Dec 8 - Dec 9

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Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 427 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 320.2 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 320.2 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 320.2 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1201 5TH AVENUE, San Rafael, CA, 94901

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dominican University of California - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Marin County Civic Center - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 19 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 38 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 42 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 69 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 21 min drive
  • Emeryville Station - 23 min drive
  • Richmond Transit Center - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪California Gold - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tam Commons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The State Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Royal Ground Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aroma Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

Featuring a rooftop terrace, AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown puts you within a 10-minute drive of San Francisco Bay. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the 2 restaurants are nice spots to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 140 rooms
  • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • Guests are recommended to download the property's Bonvoy mobile app before check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*
  • Pets must be supervised
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

  • Secured covered onsite self parking (USD 29 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • Onsite parking limited
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking within 656 ft (USD 14 per day)
  • Street parking available

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Private dining

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (925 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2023
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Above Fifth - This rooftop bar serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered.
AC Kitchen - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Open daily.
AC Lounge - This restaurant serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Self-serve breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 18.00 per person

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 25 2024 to April 15 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the dining venues

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 29 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 14 per day (656 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility

Policies

Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Also known as

Ac Rafael Downtown Rafael
AC Hotel by Marriott San Rafael
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown Hotel
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown San Rafael
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown Hotel San Rafael

Frequently asked questions

Does AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 29 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing.
Are there restaurants at or near AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants. One of the dining venues will be unavailable from November 25 2024 to April 15 2025 (dates subject to change).
What's the area around AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown like?
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown is a short 1-minute walk from Mission San Rafael Arcangel and 18 minutes' walk from Dominican University of California.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful birthday weekend!
My stay at the hotel was great! The staff was very welcoming and made my birthday celebration extra special. They even gave me a hand written card and balloons. I highly recommend this hotel. It is in a great location that is walkable to good restaurants and breweries.
Drew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

William, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One Night, early check in
We were traveling for a wedding and only booked for one night. We arrived to the hotel a few hours before check in. The staff was really friendly and were able to accommodate us and checked us in early. The room was really nice and the location was nice to. Close to a lot of restaurants. The fitness center was nice as well with great equipment. The only thing we didn't like was the parking availability. Parking is limited, especially at night time and it is not free. Still i think that might be common for thr area, not entirely sure. Still a great hotel. 5 stars
Alejandro, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly, helpful staff!! Great breakfast. Wonderful clean spacious rooms.
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
The stay was amazing. Brunch at the roof top bar the hotel is very clean and smells amazing . There was always someone cleaning and deodorizing. The beds were soft and rooms were nice
Budnie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I was really impressed with this property. The room was larger than expected, and designed to be both attractive and functional. The breakfast was Continental style but very good quality. Nice bar area and lobby. Great location in downtown.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here for work and was extremely comfortable. Very clean and modern. I will definitely stay again the next time I am in town! Extremely walkable in the heart of San Rafael.
Anna, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel the only complaint is the parking is horrible !
Ruben, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

A very nice, modern hotel. The property was maintained very well and had a lot of amenities. I gave it a 4 Star rating because of two things... #1. Parking was limited, but secure & #2. There wasn't any dressers to unpack our clothes into, which lends itself to the modern part of my description. I'd definitely stay here again though. The rooftop bar was nice and served great drinks.
Frederick, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Check In Experience?
We arrived at the Hotel early, knowing we could not check in yet, the clerk took my cell number and advised they would call when the room was available. We went out and walked around for 2 to 3 hrs., once back in the lobby we had a conversation with a lady for 20 to 30 minutes. Now its been about 4 hours and I look at the front desk and people are checking in, I get in line and go up to the counter and ask about my room availability and the guy says its ready and I could check in, I mentioned that I was waiting a call to advise me of this, and that it had been 3 to 4 hours since I checked in. Just at this moment my cell phone text message alert goes off and the message says my room is available, REALLY. The guys says he was sorry for the inconvenience. There was also a lot of street noise, people and traffic. If I was to go back I would request a room on the interior side of the building, I think I would also look into other accommodation options in the area.
Timothy, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ginger, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Limited Dining and Parking
Erica, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A fine hotel , clean .
Valeria, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wendy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with wonderful rooms.
Angela, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our family of 4 stayed here, and we absolutely loved this hotel! Great location, friendly staff, and very clean! We would definitely stay here again!
Dajana, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great new hotel, everything is clean. They lack the number of parking spaces to rooms so we had to park off site once. They have a large breakfast buffet each morning. There is also a rooftop area which happened to be closed when we stayed. Maybe next time!.
Melissa, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

We were put on the second floor facing the street. In addition to the gunshots we heard around 1:30 am there were people in the room above us and they were so loud it was impossible to sleep. It sounded like they were running and stomping. We did try to address this with the front desk and nothing was done. They must have had a flight to catch because finally around 4 am we heard suitcases being rolled around and then it was quiet for about two hrs until the construction delivery trucks showed up to a job site around the corner. Beeping, loud crashing metal sounds with all the material being unloaded. Then there was the homeless woman shouting at the construction workers for making too much noise. She was directly under our window and was talking to herself. I felt like we were on a prank show or something but we weren’t. It was absolutely rediculous!! The noise made this staycation comepletely unbearable. I would not recommend this property to anyone looking for a good nights sleep. The fact that we were put into a handicap suite was also not ideal. Perhaps it amplified the noise further due to the flooring. There was nothing to absorb the sound. It was stark and sterile. I wish we had gotten what was advertised and the room looked nothing like what I reserved through Expedia online.
melissa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

TCK's memorial
Convenient to many restaurants. Fitness available and if you drove a car parking was available around the block.
Clyde E, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is conveniently located in downtown San Rafael. It has one of the only rooftop patios in the area with a FULL bar not just wine and beer. The service is quick and the staff professional yet amiable. The rooftop closes at 11pm (weekends?) but it’s walking distance to other very good establishments. I highly recommend this hotel.
RENEE, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Entire roof patio is restaurant and would serve more clients if only half of rooftop was restaurant.
Jane, 1-night family trip
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