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SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

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

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Exterior
Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Free daily self-serve breakfast
Lobby
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael, near San Francisco Bay, welcomes guests with self-serve breakfast and in-room WiFi. The property offers free parking for standard vehicles, RVs, buses, or trucks. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance the experience.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
865 Franciso Blvd East, San Rafael, CA, 94901

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Dominican University of California - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Marin County Civic Center - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mi Pueblo Food Center - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Picante - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Michael's Sourdough Sandwiches - ‬13 min walk

About this property

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Hotel near San Francisco Bay
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael provides free self-serve breakfast and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • A 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

San Rafael Travelodge
Travelodge in Hotel San Rafael
San Rafael Travel Lodge
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Travelodge Wyndham San Rafael Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael?

Self parking is free at this property.

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.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael located?

Situated in San Rafael, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Marin Country Mart and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from San Francisco Bay. Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Larkspur Ferry Terminal are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 251 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 152 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 168 out of 1001 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Christina

Breakfast options pretty limited
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexsandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Easy parking. Quiet area. Close to downtown town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kum Sim

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is sketchy and room smells.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Bathroom still had used towels under toilet and body wash was empty.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not bad for the money
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baoning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is great. I checked in late. But everything works out! I am glad.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inside was really nice and clean. Outside was a bit sketchy at first.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to my destination
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just OK!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is clean and works for a quick stay, but the surrounding area is just a little rough. Evidence of prostitution and partying is only 1 street away. I think the property itself is safe enough
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ka Yan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is very limited and the room is not very clean with some ants
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

YUE

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

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

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

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was supposed to be a non smoking room but reeked of cigarettes. Bedding was dirty/stained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property looked great. Room clean and well cared for. Unfortunately this sight is not for people or construction workers who need to stay for the week. No parking. Have to park out on the street. $4000 worth of tools that were locked up on the truck still managed to get stollen out of the work truck
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

2/10 Terrible

Veronica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We got to our room and had a very terrible smell. The room was dirty & better filthy. The front desk said that there were no more rooms available. It took me almost two (2) hrs to clean and sanitize the room. I had brought my own disinfectant,-sanitary wipes , luckily. I have pictures of all the dirt from the floor from the bathroom to the front room and where the banshee was at. I cleaned and wiped everything down. It was filthy. Never again while I stay there. I would like to have a Refund of my two day stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

James

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

Overall good stay

The place was centrally located to other services, and close to my business event. Room was clean, well stocked, safe parking lot and soft bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

8/10 Good

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pricing is good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

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