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AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

4.0 star property

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A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A modern lobby with sofas, a bar area, and a coffee table.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A reception area with a marble counter, wooden paneling, and a receptionist.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and a corner location.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is $238
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7

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1201 5TH AVENUE, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Falkirk Cultural Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 427 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of a mountain and trees through the window.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of buildings and mountains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 427 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a desk.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of a mountain and trees through the window.

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

  • Mountain view
  • 427 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mountain View (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view of buildings and mountains.

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

  • Mountain view
  • 319 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

4-star hotel in Downtown San Rafael
2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop terrace are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour business center, self parking, and conference space are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown offers 140 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This San Rafael hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. The property also offers a grocery/convenience store. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Business-related amenities at this 4-star property consist of a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 925 square feet (86 square meters) include conference space. This business-friendly hotel also offers a rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Limited onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge), and a car charging station is available.

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown is a smoke-free property.

Self-serve breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Above Fifth - This rooftop bar serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 14 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 29 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 18 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Above Fifth
  • AC Kitchen
  • AC Lounge

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 925 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2023
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 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 not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately USD 18.00 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 29 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 14 per day(656 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 325 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Will come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel in a great location walkable to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roof bar was great Everything was spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The European buffet breakfast was excellent and economical. Rooms were super quiet. Great rooftop bar
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean property, really fast check in, our room was very nice also. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, the staff was friendly and helpful, we were happy to find this location. Location. We will be back here several times over the coming months and look forward to our business days in this nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and roof top!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vijay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean overall. Convenient attached paid parking. Central location with lots of restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location, beautiful, modern, convenient parking, proximity to shops, dining and entertainment was so great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was truly spotless, quiet, good shower, nice European modern design throughout. Everything one needed was there including easily maneuvered carts to move luggage to and from ones room. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything great except minimal parking and very tight fitting spots.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice. The room was clean but just ok. The location is convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stsy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a problem, hotel garage was full, too small to accommodate all guests.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and bed was super comfortable. Quiet too! The artwork in the rooms and Lobby are amazing. They have Wiiliam T Wiley prints that are fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super clean and comfortable room. Very nice lobby and bar area. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, however, No proper entry to unload your car to go to the hotel in the front
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hansel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean. Stylishly designed. Fantastic staff. Awesome breakfast. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. The room was clean and spacious. Parking was limited but the staff worked with me when there weren’t any more spaces.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
New hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk was so helpful. Room very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, housekeeping accommodating, nice facilities, excellent bar in lobby
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025