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North Bay Inn

2.0 star property
Adults-only motel near San Francisco Bay

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Reception
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

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855 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Popular LocationDominican University of California5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLarkspur Ferry Terminal5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarin County Civic Center6 min drive
  • AirportOakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)39 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, King bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, King suite

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Rafael

In San Rafael .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this San Rafael motel, you'll find Marin Country Mart and Mission San Rafael Arcangel. San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and Larkspur Ferry Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 3 min drive
  • Dominican University of California - 5 min drive
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive
  • Marin County Civic Center - 6 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 14 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Picante - 13 min walk
  • Mi Pueblo Food Center - 13 min walk
  • Burger King - 4 min walk
  • Michael's Sourdough Sandwiches - 13 min walk
  • El Pollo Loco - 12 min walk

About this property

North Bay Inn

Adults-only motel near San Francisco Bay
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly North Bay Inn also features coffee/tea in a common area and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Rafael motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
North Bay Inn offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Rafael motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

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: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 21 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. <

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 21 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

North Bay Inn
North Bay Inn San Rafael
North Bay San Rafael
North Bay Inn Motel
North Bay Inn San Rafael
North Bay Inn Motel San Rafael

Frequently asked questions

How close is North Bay Inn to the airport?

North Bay Inn is 30 mi (40-min drive) away from the Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at North Bay Inn?

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at North Bay Inn on May 30, 2024 start from $93.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does North Bay Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at North Bay Inn.

How close is North Bay Inn to the beach?

This motel is 5.3 mi (11-min drive) from McNears Beach Country Park and 12.7 mi (30-min drive) from Muir Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does North Bay Inn offer free breakfast?

North Bay Inn offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at North Bay Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at North Bay Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

Is there free parking at North Bay Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does North Bay Inn have a pool?

North Bay Inn does not have a pool.

Does North Bay Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is North Bay Inn to downtown San Rafael?

North Bay Inn is 1.5 mi away from San Rafael.

North Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 827 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 827 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 827 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 827 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 827 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Nice room and very clean place. Also very convenient on/off the 101 if you are heading into San Francisco.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and Nice
It was over all pretty nice. The place was clean and the front office staff was very nice. The only problem I had at all was that the "breakfast" that was included was super limited and just pre packaged items like granola bars and some pastries.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Rosita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Batri

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was wonderful, and I will book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaDrena

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana Adimacu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service of admin. Very feiendly lady - Anita.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023