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Panama Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in San Rafael with a restaurant

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Exterior
Cabin (Captain's Cabin) | Living area
Room (Lady Bracknell's) | Terrace/patio
Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow) | Living area
Room (Roy Roger's)

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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4 BAYVIEW STREET, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Place, San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Bordello)

Room (Bordello)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin (Captain's Cabin)

Cabin (Captain's Cabin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Garden Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Grant's Tome)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Room (Honeymoon)

Honeymoon Room (Honeymoon)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Jennifer's)

Room (Jennifer's)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Ken's Safari)

Room (Ken's Safari)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Lady Bracknell's)

Room (Lady Bracknell's)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow)

Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Room (Maria's Pueblo)

Room (Maria's Pueblo)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Roy Roger's)

Room (Roy Roger's)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room (Rosie's)

Room (Rosie's)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Room (Venetian)

Room (Venetian)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Dale Evans)

Room (Dale Evans)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

San Rafael

Panama Hotel places you steps from San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and within a 15-minute stroll of Mission San Rafael Arcangel. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Plus you'll find coffee/tea in a common area. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Gerstle Park hotel include San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge.

What's nearby

  • Marin Bocce Federation - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Falkirk Cultural Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Dominican University of California - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 19 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muffin Mania Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Garden Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪California Gold - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Flatiron - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Il Davide - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Panama Hotel

Hotel in San Rafael with a restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Panama Hotel also features a garden and coffee/tea in common area.
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1910
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Dining venue
Panama Hotel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead. This San Rafael hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Panama

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1910

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15.00 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Panama Hotel Hotel
Panama Hotel SAN RAFAEL
Panama Hotel Hotel SAN RAFAEL

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Panama Hotel?

Panama Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Panama Hotel?

The closest beach to Panama Hotel is Stinson Beach (12.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Panama Hotel?

No, Panama Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Panama Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Panama Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Panama Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Panama Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 122 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Eclectic Style in San Rafael

Just needed an affordable room while visiting family. I loved all the eclectic charm and antiques at the hotel, such a quirky cool vibe!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fatemeh

Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not a hotel!!! This was an old, broken, and terrifying Jail. The staircase was so dangerous that you could kill yourself climbing it. No air conditioning. Only fan!! Mosquitoes in the room. The blanket was torn off. The room was so tiny!! Shared bathroom, fridge and macrowave ... just terrible.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Abby

Our room was comfortable but the lobby and main areas were very cluttered and not in use which gave the place a strange vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Morgan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANN

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Miguel is helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Relaxed, safe, great location. Boutique charm, and a bookcase for exchange reading.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

ferhat

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simple

$115 no private bathroom, very small room. Just thru my day
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly and helpful. The rooms are so cute, comfortable, and homey. There is plenty of street parking. There is a cute little bakery right next door and you can walk to a local grocery store. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamaia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for exploring San Rafael and Larkspur.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value and close to restaurants. Enos, staff, was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, unique property. Lovely location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities
Top
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A unique boutique in Marin!

If you're looking for a unique boutique hotel in Marin, this is a wonderful place to stay! The rooms are very comfortable and the inn keeper, Enos, is a great and accommodating host! Be aware that some rooms have a shared bathroom, so check to make sure it says "private bathroom" if that's a requirement. Other than that, I highly recommend and will return again! Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and friendly people. Would recommend 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thanh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole property is under renovation and only shared bathroom rooms are available. It is old, tight steep stairs, small rooms. Its more like a child vacation home than a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Panama Hotel has a certain old-time charm and is a really great place to stay. The staff is friendly, helpful, and responsive. The room was comfortable and the Internet connection was good. The shared bathroom was fine except for when someone took a bath and left the tub dirty (it was cleaned up by staff the next morning). I will stay here again if needed and would recommend to friends and family as a charming and, at times, reasonably priced place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joyce

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Panama Hotel should not be operating. Much construction work to be done, bathrooms need to be operable and also let guest know they are shared! One set of stairs did not have a railing. I immediately left, had to book somewhere else and Panama has refused to refund. Hotels.com didn't back me either.
no railings, stains
shower didn't work. Shared bath, other option was clawfoot tub other end of the hall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025