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Motel 6 San Rafael, CA

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A reception area with a 'No Smoking' sign, a handicap accessible sign, a digital display, and a 'We'll leave the light on for you' sign. - Motel 6 San Rafael, CA (San Rafael)
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light fixture. - Motel 6 San Rafael, CA (San Rafael)
A motel with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a few vehicles parked. - Motel 6 San Rafael, CA (San Rafael)
A small, modern room with a green accent wall, a round table with a chair, a mirror, and a small seating area with a sofa. - Motel 6 San Rafael, CA (San Rafael)
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a wall-mounted shelf with a coat rack. - Motel 6 San Rafael, CA (San Rafael)
Motel 6 San Rafael, CA provides amenities like laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a green wall, and a small table with a chair.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a green wall, and a small table with a chair.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, a door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, a door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a green wall, and a small table with a chair.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Canal, a neighborhood in San Rafael, is home to Motel 6 San Rafael, CA. Muir Woods National Monument and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Ready for a night out? Consider Cobb's Comedy Club and The Lost Church. Visit our San Rafael travel guide
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737 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, CA, 94901

What's nearby

  • A church with a bell tower and a palm tree.
    Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Golden Gate Bridge with its distinctive towers and suspension cables, set against a backdrop of hills and the San Francisco Bay.
    Golden Gate Bridge
    18 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Dominican University of California
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Marin History Museum
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Berkeley Station
    19 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    9 min walk
  • Picante
    17 min walk
  • Circle K
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    15 min walk
  • Pete's 881 Club
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • 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.
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 17 2025 to November 16 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, 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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

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 only accepts cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 San Rafael, CA pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 San Rafael, CA?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 San Rafael, CA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Motel 6 San Rafael, CA located?

Located in Canal, this motel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Mission San Rafael Arcangel and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from San Francisco Bay. San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and Dominican University of California are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel 6 San Rafael, CA Reviews

6.4

6.4

Cleanliness

5.8

Amenities

6.8

Staff & service

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 124 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, good value for money in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room clean checking in was very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic motel, inexpensive and good location for me, close to everywhere I needed to be
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Service is very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sure they have hourly and weekly rates, that kind of place. Staff was nice enough, and when I left at 5am believe I saw 24 hour security, which was reassuring, but next time I'll stay a bit further off the highway, probably in Mill Valley.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The motel is probably the cheapest place to stay in marin county besides the youth hostel on the headlands. It is clean with no coffee maker and no lobby coffee. There is a coffee place 2 blocks away that opens at 6am
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room seemed clean but old. Way overpriced! Blanket not much thicker than the sheet. Had to double it up. Woke early, thinking it was morning because of the bright lights outside the room lit the room with no way to keep out. Host was friendly and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness
I stayed here previously in an upstairs room and it was great very clean. However this time I stayed in a downstairs room and it smelled so strongly of mold that I had a hard time sleeping! The laminated floors were swelling up from moisture damage. I noticed that the shower curtain is not low enough so it lets a lot of moisture on the floor so maybe that is the culprit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a good, quiet stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are always super friendly they all great you when you walk past them I got to give him a thumbs up all the way around they've really picked the hotel up past few months keep up the great work
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Pet friendly. Great value. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was big and pet friendly. Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and new. Staffs are friendly and very helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
convient location for my appoitments
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice

Pretty quiet overall. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
its an old motel, but its really clean, bed was comfortable, only suggestion, improve your wi-fi, it was just really slow.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always very helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel itself was fine. The area and clientele seemed a bit sketchy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don’t expect a good night sleep if you stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

No Old Motel Smell

So far as motels go, Motel 6 is a great place to stay. It was somewhat updated (e.g., no carpets) and didn't have that old motel smell. The location is a short distance from shops and restaurants. The clerk who checked us in was courteous and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is tight. Coffee available from 8 to 9am but have to ring the bell everytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024