AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Dominican University of California

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown, where urban charm meets natural beauty. Enjoy breakfast or dinner at one of the on-site restaurants, unwind by the rooftop firepit or explore nearby Larkspur Ferry Terminal. With high-speed WiFi and dry cleaning services, this hotel offers convenience and connection.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Parking available
Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
Pet friendly
Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

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 (6)

Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
Separate sitting area
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping

CNY1,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Tomorrow

Oct 7 - Oct 8

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

30 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

30 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

30 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

30 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

40 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

30 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

CNY1,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

About the neighborhood

1201 5TH AVENUE, San Rafael, CA, 94901

What's nearby

Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Dominican University of California - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Marin County Civic Center - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.6 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

‪Pink Owl Coffee - ‬3 min walk
‪Tam Commons - ‬3 min walk
‪Red Rooster Brick Oven - ‬3 min walk
‪The State Room - ‬2 min walk
‪Il Davide - ‬4 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.

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

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- 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

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

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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.