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Motel 6 San Rafael

737 East Francisco Boulevard, San Rafael, CA 94901 (Formerly Days Inn San Rafael/San Francisco)
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Motel 6 San Rafael
Ranked #10 of 10 hotels in San Rafael
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Laurium, Michigan
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48 reviews 48 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

This place was close (walking distance) to where we were hanging out that night - that is the only reason we stayed there. We were in room 109 which looked as if it may have been recently updated but that didn't make up for how dirty it was. It really grossed me out. The desk clerk was very nice, I'll... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

Why,why,why did I make THIS mistake again? And they put me in the same nasty, scary room # 156 again. It cost 71.67 total. They don't care to find out your car license or anything. I am a solo female traveler. Men hanging outon second floor watch you unload your car (in a hurry)! They ask smoking or non, I... More

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Calgary, Canada
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3 hotel reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012

I stayed 4 or 5 days in Feb 2012. Just a basic roof & bed. Occupy San Quentin happened that Monday and it was very busy. SQ prison just across freeway and looked like it was visiting weekend. I never felt unsafe although the property is definitely run down. This industrial area of San Rafi is pretty much working class... More

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Santa Monica, California
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

Motel 6 parent company should be ashamed to have this rat hole in their line of motels. to start of the place is filthy and run down. We asked for extra blanket and they said they didn't have any. (Makes me wonder how they change and launder their linens) stains all over the bed spreads, which were ugly beigh with... More

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San Rafael, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012

Everything is old and worn out. There were shady characters lurking about the parking lots along with young women in mini-skirts.Not a family place to feel safe. They may "leave the light on" but you will want to bolt the door for sure. Worst area of San Rafael and most run down motel. Over priced even if it is the... More

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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2012

Well another hotel in the area wouldn't change our reservation without a huge upcharge (not mentioning any names, America's best value inn) and I booked this room with 3 days till our trip. It is NOT fancy, but the price was great for last minute. Room was adequate; clean, big Tv, but definitely old and beat up.

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Los Angeles, California
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 September 2012

I've been all around the world. Including many 3rd World Countries. This is the worst motel on the planet, or very close to that title! Carpet stunk, I was scared for my dog. Bug splatters all over the dingy walls, could not get the door open so I had to get help from the Manager. Mold under clear plastic on... More

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Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
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28 reviews 28 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2012

We stayed there on a recent Saturday night. To their credit, they had a vacant room, but the manager admitted it was in bad shape and insisted we see it before giving it to us. He said it was in need of repairs. The room, with three beds, has been used hard. Handles loose, etc. But shower, toilet and sink... More

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Portland, Oregon
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2012

FOR $90 A NIGHT THIS IS BY FAR THE WORST PLACE ON EARTH TO STAY. Air conditioning did not work, siding is falling off building, no refrig, holes in bed covers, like really big holes. I would not stop her if you have a choice.

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Gilroy, California
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 July 2012

arrived 7/28/12 room 174, have stayed in a lot of hotels and this was the absolute worst. carpets were stained, old dog food in the closet, despite having cable the tv was old and you couldn't hardly see the picture. dirty, old room. paint only covers up so much. went to dinner and came back a couple of hours later... More

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Also Known As:
Motel 6 San Rafael Hotel
Motel 6 San Rafael Hotel San Rafael
Motel Six San Rafael
San Rafael Motel Six
San Rafael Motel 6
Motel 6 San Rafael CA - Marin County
Address: 737 East Francisco Boulevard, San Rafael, CA 94901 (Formerly Days Inn San Rafael/San Francisco)
Region: United States > California > Marin County > San Rafael
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #10 of 10 hotels in San Rafael
Price range (per night): RM238 - 326
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Conveniently located 12 miles North of Golden Gate Bridge in Marin County. Property is located within a mile of downtown San Rafael. Both major Bay Area airports (SFO and OAK) are located 30 miles away.Property offers:Cable TVFree Wi-FiFree Coffee in the LobbySpacious and Clean RoomsOn-site Coin LaundryOther point of interests are:China Camp State Park: 3.2 miMuir Woods National Monument: 5.9 miTennessee Valley Beach: 8.7 miAngel Island State Park: 10.1 miGolden Gate National Recreation Area: 10.2 miSausalito, CA: 10.3 miGolden Gate Bridge: 12.5 miMuir Beach: 14.9 miFishermans Wharf: 16.5 miSears Point Raceway: 16.5 miSan Francisco Zoo: 19.4 miPoint Reyes National Seashore: 19.9 miStinson Beach: 20.1 miCandlestick Park: 22.5 miNapa Valley Winery: 35.9 mi ... more   less 
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