What's Marin County like?
There's a lot visitors like about Marin County, especially its beaches and restaurants. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. Learn about the local heritage of Marin County at top landmarks like Golden Gate Bridge. While you're here, don't miss a chance to see sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center.
Where are the best places to stay in Marin County?
Here are our travelers' top 5 places to stay in Marin County:
Surf Lodge, in Stinson Beach
Walking distance from Stinson Beach- Free in-room WiFi • Attentive staff
Mill Valley Inn, in Mill Valley
Within easy reach of Muir Woods National Monument- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Cafe • Attentive staff
Waters Edge Hotel, in Tiburon
Within easy reach of San Francisco Bay- Free WiFi • Cafe • Terrace • 24-hour front desk • Attentive staff
Olema House at Point Reyes, in Olema
Mountain hotel within easy reach of Point Reyes National Seashore- Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Bar • Terrace
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn, in Novato
Novato hotel with bar, conference center- Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Restaurant • Attentive staff
What is there to see around Marin County?
- Golden Gate Bridge (11.8 mi/19 km from the city center)
- Mission San Rafael Arcangel (0.2 mi/0.3 km from the city center)
- Dominican University of California (1.2 mi/1.9 km from the city center)
- Marin County Civic Center (1.7 mi/2.8 km from the city center)
- Larkspur Ferry Terminal (2.3 mi/3.8 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Marin County?
- Book Passage (2.9 mi/4.6 km from the city center)
- Sweetwater Music Hall (4.7 mi/7.5 km from the city center)
- San Francisco Bay Model Visitor Center (7.8 mi/12.6 km from the city center)
- Stone Tree Golf Club (9 mi/14.4 km from the city center)
- Eden Day Spa (1.7 mi/2.8 km from the city center)
Other Popular Marin County Attractions
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Mount Tamalpais State Park
- Golden Gate National Recreation Area
- Stinson Beach
- Tiburon Ferry