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A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large sign for AC Hotels Marriott, comfortable seating, and decorative plants.

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

A meat slicer with a red wheel, placed on a marble countertop in a kitchen setting.

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, and a microwave.

1. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

Downtown San Rafael, 1.7 km from Dominican University of California

Courtney

฿8,376

฿9,398 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A restaurant with wooden floors, black chairs, and tables. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

A Villa Inn motel with a signboard, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

A motel with a parking lot, a flag, and a building with a red door.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

2. Villa Inn

Lincoln, 1.3 km from Dominican University of California

Robert

฿3,815

฿4,273 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A reception desk with a sign reading "NORTH BAY INN" above it.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and a table with a tray.

A North Bay Inn sign with a vacancy message, surrounded by landscaping and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A breakfast bar with various food items and a coffee machine.

3. North Bay Inn

Canal, 2 km from Dominican University of California

Eric

฿4,390

฿4,917 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a sign for 'SureSt Hotel', and a view of parked cars.

A modern bathroom with a black countertop sink, a mirror, and a shower area with a towel rack.

A residential area with a well-maintained lawn, a palm tree, and a house with a tiled roof and a metal fence.

4. SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Canal, 2 km from Dominican University of California

Dillon

฿3,776

฿4,229 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A bar area with multiple seating options and a well-stocked bar counter.

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a central fire pit.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of trees.

A modern hotel with a palm tree in the foreground, a parking lot, and a sunset sky.

5. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

8.1 km from Dominican University of California

Michael

฿5,063

฿5,782 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and a television.

A two-story building with a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinetry, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and pendant lighting.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a built-in microwave, and a refrigerator.

6. Hotel Mac

12.5 km from Dominican University of California

Jeed

฿4,314

฿4,746 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel exterior with outdoor seating, string lights, and a fireplace.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a towel rack.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with a covered area and outdoor seating.

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering views of the outside.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma

15.6 km from Dominican University of California

฿6,694

฿7,633 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, string lights, and umbrellas.

A modern bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and decorative rings on the wall.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and decorative wall art.

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a fireplace, and large windows offering views.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma

9.3 km from Dominican University of California

฿5,722

฿6,540 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a living area with a sofa and ottoman.

A bar area with two 'The Bistro' signs, glasses, and a candle on a marble counter.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond/Berkeley

16.5 km from Dominican University of California

฿4,832

฿5,325 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor living area with a stone wall, wooden deck, and outdoor furniture.

A modern reception area with a white reception desk, two yellow armchairs, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A modern building with a sign reading "the evergreen" and a patio area with outdoor seating.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

10. The Evergreen

6.2 km from Dominican University of California

Merary Suyen

฿4,996

฿5,595 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A circular fire pit with seating around it, surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola overhead.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a shower, and a TV.

A buffet setup with coffee machines, cereal, and fruit.

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

11. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

5.6 km from Dominican University of California

Nathan

฿4,889

฿5,485 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern house with a large glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a swimming pool.

A bar with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A large, white, two-story house with a red roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious indoor area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a staircase.

12. Cavallo Point

16.1 km from Dominican University of California

Megan

฿17,128

฿21,847 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A multi-level atrium with a central open space, seating areas, and a bar/lounge with a view of the surrounding floors.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A multi-level atrium with a central open space, tiered seating, and a variety of seating arrangements.

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, multiple floors, and a large digital art display.

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

3.4 km from Dominican University of California

฿5,489

฿6,159 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A ferry docked at a pier with a clear view of the water and distant hills.

A well-maintained garden with a variety of trees and shrubs, a central fountain, and neatly trimmed hedges.

A fountain in front of a building with a clock tower.

A room with a large window overlooking a garden and trees, a small table with a potted plant, and a coffee machine.

14. Hotel Sausalito

14.1 km from Dominican University of California

฿8,201

฿9,350 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

A kitchen with a stove, microwave, and dining area with chairs and a table.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a bench, and a view of a balcony.

A pathway leading to a white building with a gabled roof, surrounded by a grassy area and a body of water.

15. Marin Suites Hotel

5.3 km from Dominican University of California

Nicole

฿5,369

฿6,023 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A porch with a white chair and a table, a potted plant, and a hanging light fixture.

A hotel entrance with a wooden door, a reception desk, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

16. The Gables Inn - Sausalito

14.2 km from Dominican University of California

Traci

฿9,251

฿10,546 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, a fire pit, wooden furniture, and a blue umbrella.

A gym with exercise equipment, a television, and a mirror.

A grocery store with shelves stocked with various products, a refrigerated display case, and a view through a large window.

A reception area with two counters, a hand sanitizer dispenser, and a fire alarm.

17. Holiday Inn Express Mill Valley San Francisco Area by IHG

11 km from Dominican University of California

Noni

฿6,190

฿7,180 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern bistro with a bar area, seating, and a display of beverages.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden cabinet, two armchairs, a sofa, a side table, and a lamp.

A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, large windows, and a bar area.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, landscaped garden, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

18. Courtyard San Francisco Larkspur Landing/Marin County

3.6 km from Dominican University of California

Kara Lynne

฿6,820

฿7,655 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a wooden table, a TV on a stand, a microwave, and a bed with a patterned bedspread.

A compact hotel room with a dark wooden desk, a small refrigerator, a microwave, and a bed with white bedding.

A street view of a motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

19. Terrace Inn and Suites

19 km from Dominican University of California

chaouki

฿2,573

฿2,831 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A restaurant with leather booths, wooden tables, and hanging light fixtures.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a computer.

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including leather booths and tables, and a bar counter with a variety of bottles.

20. Marin Hilltop Hotel

4.3 km from Dominican University of California

Huthesia

฿4,832

฿5,422 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Dominican University of California

Property	Property class	Guest rating
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 356 reviews	View
Villa Inn	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
North Bay Inn	7.8 Good 985 reviews	View
SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael	6.6 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Dominican University of California Hotel Reviews

Marin Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and safe location."

The Evergreen

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Great location. Easy access. Parking is great."

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent."

North Bay Inn

8/10 Good

"It was clean and staff was friendly. However, the bed was a little lumpy and I could hear the guest next to my room talking late into the night."

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

8/10 Good

"carpets are really dirty, i would want to bring extra towels to throw down for walking around barefoot. no soap at sink; the body wash and shampoo + conditioner options in shower appear to be the same pink goop so don't expect nice hair or fresh skin if using those staff was not very welcoming.., not rude but not friendly. their dog is, though! :) might bark at first, but after a couple sniffs and chin/cheek scratch it was all good. stayed two nights and it served purpose"

Other attractions near Dominican University of California

Mission San Rafael Arcangel

9.0/10 (73 reviews)

This mission in San Rafael, which still offers services, is an interesting destination to learn more about California’s religious history.

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Marin History Museum

7.8/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Marin History Museum in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.

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Falkirk Cultural Center

8.2/10 (13 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Falkirk Cultural Center during your trip to San Rafael. Discover the area's shops or seek out its cycling trails.

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San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

9.8/10 (7 reviews)

Catch an event at San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as cycling.Amble within the lush forest or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Marin Bocce Federation

Catch an event at Marin Bocce Federation and enjoy other activities in San Rafael such as cycling.While you're in the area, wander around the lush forest.

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Rebound Bookstore

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Rebound Bookstore during your stay in San Rafael. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the cycling trails.

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Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

9.2/10 (22 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market during your trip to San Rafael. Wander the area's lush forest or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Gerstle Park

7.4/10 (8 reviews)

Gerstle Park is just one of the places to see in San Rafael, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time for the shops and cycling trails in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dominican University of California?

Dominican University of California is located in a scenic area of San Rafael that travellers like for its seaside and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 22 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Dominican University of California?

Marin Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Dominican University of California. Another good choice is Villa Inn, located just 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Dominican University of California?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Dominican University of California.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dominican University of California, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Dominican University of California.

What can I see and do near Dominican University of California?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Marin History Museum and Marin Museum of Bicycling. Mission San Rafael Arcangel, American Legion Log Cabin and Robson-Harrington House are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can enjoy live performances at Fairfax Pavillion and Barn Theatre.

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Our top choices for Dominican University of California hotels

1. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

2. Villa Inn

3. North Bay Inn

4. SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

5. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

6. Hotel Mac

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma

8. Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma

9. Courtyard by Marriott Richmond/Berkeley

10. The Evergreen

11. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

12. Cavallo Point

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

14. Hotel Sausalito

15. Marin Suites Hotel

16. The Gables Inn - Sausalito

17. Holiday Inn Express Mill Valley San Francisco Area by IHG

18. Courtyard San Francisco Larkspur Landing/Marin County

19. Terrace Inn and Suites

20. Marin Hilltop Hotel

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Top Dominican University of California Hotel Reviews

Marin Lodge

The Evergreen

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

North Bay Inn

SureStay Hotel by Best Western San Rafael

Other attractions near Dominican University of California

Mission San Rafael Arcangel

Marin History Museum

Falkirk Cultural Center

San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park

Marin Bocce Federation

Rebound Bookstore

Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market

Gerstle Park

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