West End Travel Guide
San Rafael

Visit West End
Things to do

Alcatraz Visit with Night Option and SF Bay Cruise

Muir Redwoods Tour from San Francisco

Alcatraz Inside and Golden Gate Bridge Bay Boat Cruise

Muir Woods and Sausalito 1/2 Day Tour (Small Group)

Self-Guided Palace of Fine Arts to Golden Gate Bridge Audio Tour

Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco
Top hotels in West End

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The staff is always excellent and polite and helpful housekeeping staff"
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Handlery Union Square Hotel
"I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the staff were friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help. The location was convenient, making it easy to get around and enjoy the area. The service was excellent, and the overall atmosphere was relaxing ..."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
"Great staff..loved breakfast"
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026
Where to stay in West End

Downtown San Rafael
While visiting Downtown San Rafael, you might make a stop by sights like Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park.
Southeast San Rafael
While there might not be top attractions in Southeast San Rafael, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marin Country Mart and Larkspur Ferry Terminal.

Gerstle Park
While Gerstle Park isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Dominican
While Dominican isn't home to many top sights, Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Terra Linda
Terra Linda might not have many top sights, but American Legion Log Cabin and Marin County Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.




