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Tamalpais Motel

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Queen Bed Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels
Room 2 beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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680 REDWOOD HWY, Mill Valley, CA, 94941
  • Place, Marin Theatre Company
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Bridge
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Muir Woods National Monument
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Bed Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Bed Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, a wooden floor, a nightstand with a phone, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Room 2 beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Mill Valley

Tamalpais Motel is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Sweetwater Music Hall and within a 10-minute drive of San Francisco Bay. This 20-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Marin Theatre Company - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Golden Gate Park - 20 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Pier 39 - 25 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 19 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Natural Foods - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Tamalpais Motel

Guests of Tamalpais Motel have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ceiling fans are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Tamalpais Motel MILL VALLEY
Tamalpais Motel
Tamalpais Mill Valley
Tamalpais Motel Motel
Tamalpais Motel Mill Valley
Tamalpais Motel Motel Mill Valley

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Tamalpais Motel?

Tamalpais Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Tamalpais Motel?

As of May 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tamalpais Motel on May 4, 2026 start from $120, including 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.

What's there to do near Tamalpais Motel?

This motel is located in Mill Valley, close to Golden Gate Bridge and Muir Woods National Monument. You'll also find San Francisco Bay and Sweetwater Music Hall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Tamalpais Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Tamalpais Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Tamalpais Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Tamalpais Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Tamalpais Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Tamalpais Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Tamalpais Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Tamalpais Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tamalpais Motel.

Does Tamalpais Motel have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Tamalpais Motel?

The closest major airport to Tamalpais Motel is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 25.3 mi away (48 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is around 20.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Tamalpais Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Tamalpais Motel.

Tamalpais Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 280 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I froze all night, no heater, no one at front desk, miserable experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

tami

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I’ve stayed twice at this motel. The staff is very nice. The first time I stayed was better than the second. It’s a fine motel if you’re of the mindset you get what you pay for.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Horrible don’t stay. Weird smell. Bed was firm
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very courteous and friendly! Room was very comfortable and amenities were great! Will certainly stay again! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jahid, Los Angeles

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Had a very bad experience,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornez

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old place, quaint, but really run-down. There is construction right in front, making it quite dusty and noisy during the day. Price is on point, it is CHEAP, but don’t expect any amenities. There is not an ice machine. Next door to Strawberry Village, a nice shopping destination with a latprge Starbucks. And, In and Out is steps away!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Awadalla, Norco

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luz Veronica

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was really bad at night time some bugs started to bite I was itching all the way to my house, I went stray to take a shower and throw the clothes I was wearing in my washer, also I asked for a quiet room, and all night I could hear the loud neighbors they soo loud, sorry but never again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price and near Mill Valley and Sausalito and the freeway. Staff were super helpful. When I left my laptop charging in the room after checking out, they called me right away and held it until I could get back that evening to pick it up.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s an area of shops close by
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Traveled with family
Room was clean & comfortable. No robe or towel hooks in the bathroom. Had to run the sink hot water in order to eventually get shower hot water. Staff did solve the initial TV issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE CARLOS

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Estuve en California para asistir al Sound Summit y necesitaba hospedarme cerca, encontré al Motel Tamalpais en Google y no me arrepiento de haberlo elegido, es muy acogedor, silencioso pese a estar al lado de la carretera, es limpio y bien equipado, inclusive tienes comercios como 7 eleven y Mc Donalds a sólo un paso. La administración es muy servicial y considerada, fue una gran experiencia.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location off the freeway and near gorgeous nature.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edward, Redondo Beach

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looked great in the Expedia pictures, but is very run down, dirty and unclean - this felt like a bait and switch. Traffic noise from 101 really loud; No AC so with windows closed no ventilation. Carpet is filthy and didn’t feel good walking barefoot. Cockroach in bathtub. When I went to get the towel off the rack, the entire rack popped off the supports on the wall. Didn’t plug anything into the outlets as was worried it was sketchy. All furniture is old, dingy and covered with scrapes and dings. This is not a cool old motel that’s been renovated and looks great - this is an old motel that hasn’t had anything except paint. Avoid.
Carpet is filthy
Missing neon letters indicative of how the room was.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

ANN

Liked: Staff & service
Sulina is helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I wish that there were bedside lamps. No A/C, but the weather at night was not too hot, so we were comfortable. Reasonable price, so nice and convenient stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room's are clean & nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was old and outdated. The room was cramped and creepy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jaqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ok nothing special great place to rest but the bathroom was small I was not able to move inside the shower without getting hit in that tight space also it’s next to the freeway so there is a lot of noise… The clerk was very nice and helpful with all our questions the only down fall was the noise and the bathroom but other then that the place was clean and very nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to where I needed to be
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hongzhen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025