Muir Woods Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel in Mill Valley with free parking

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Muir Woods Lodge

Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Balcony
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

View in a map
155 Shoreline Hwy, Mill Valley, CA, 94941
  • Place, Boardsports Marin
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Golden Gate Bridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Muir Woods National Monument
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(80 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

You may also like

About the neighborhood

Mill Valley

Located in Almonte, Muir Woods Lodge is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Sweetwater Music Hall and within a 10-minute drive of San Francisco Bay. This motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and free newspapers in the lobby.

What's nearby

  • Boardsports Marin - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 6 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Golden Gate Park - 16 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Pier 39 - 19 min drive - 12.8 miles

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Equator Coffees & Teas - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Good Earth Natural Foods - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Muir Woods Lodge

Motel in Mill Valley with free parking
Muir Woods Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This motel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Free local calls are also standard.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Americas Best Value Inn Mill Valley San Francisco
Americas Best Value Inn San Francisco Hotel Mill Valley
Mill Valley San Francisco
Americas Best Value Inn Mill Valley/San Francisco Motel
Americas Best Value Inn Valley/San Francisco Motel
Americas Best Value Inn Mill Valley/San Francisco
Americas Best Value Inn Valley/San Francisco
Americas Best Value Mill Valley/San Francisco
Americas Best Value Valley/San Francisco
Americas Best Value Inn Suites Mill Valley/San Francisco
Muir Woods Lodge Mill Valley
Americas Best Value Hotel Mill Valley
Muir Woods Lodge Motel
Muir Woods Lodge Mill Valley
Muir Woods Lodge Motel Mill Valley

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Muir Woods Lodge?

Muir Woods Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Muir Woods Lodge?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Muir Woods Lodge on Jan 3, 2026 start from $88.49, 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.

What's there to do near Muir Woods Lodge?

This motel is situated in Almonte, close to Golden Gate Bridge and Muir Woods National Monument. You'll also find Mount Tamalpais State Park and Sweetwater Music Hall within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Muir Woods Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Muir Woods Lodge include a casino?

No, Muir Woods Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Muir Woods Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Muir Woods Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Muir Woods Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Muir Woods Lodge offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Muir Woods Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Muir Woods Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Muir Woods Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Muir Woods Lodge?

The closest major airport to Muir Woods Lodge is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 24.1 mi away (52 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is around 20.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Muir Woods Lodge?

No, at Muir Woods Lodge, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Muir Woods Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 371 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 103 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 1001 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Emily

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
This motel is in a great location, but otherwise you get what you pay for - not the cleanest, pillows pretty uncomfortable, and very noisy if on the 1st level. Also be careful pulling in and out- there’s a lot of traffic on the main road and difficult to take a left out of there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was filthy: there were long hairs and dirt in the tub. The top comforter had a cigarette burn as well as a very large hole exposing the stuffing. The coffee pot was missing. The room smell was very unpleasant. We were there for a single night due to a work event, so we thankfully did not spend much time in the room. Though we are frequent travelers through the area, we would never ever stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marcela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marcela

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mummoorthy

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

8/10 Good

Marcela

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The pictures combined with the name were misleading, especially after spending the previous 3 nights along the ocean or redwoods. Closest food was across the street, but trying to cross the street on foot was taking your life in your hands due to traffic. The room looked like it was “recently” renovated, but the bathroom was so small I had to stand in the bathtub to shut the door.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to visit Muir Woods
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Celia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Convenient to Golden Gate Bridge, but ugly side of town, place needs a refurbishment, could be nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

LINDA, Arlington heights

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
We didn’t stay as it was clean but the bathroom was so dark & plain old
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carol

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very run down on very busy road which is almost impossible to cross without walking way out of the way to a stoplight. Long walk to restaurants. Congested and poorly planned area. Only one desk chair in room, so no where to lounge in room. Bed was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

alan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
The bed was awful. Soft and lumpy. Everything else was as expected for the price. Hopefully our bed was not representative of the other rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aakiia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms not as pictured. Linen was not clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

George

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good bedroom but small bathroom. Website said breakfast but only coffee. Easy to find, but need directions because didn't see sign saying Muir woods lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice place for a one or two night stay. No amenities, just a clean room to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No issues quite a bit of road noise.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not a good first impression--the lobby, a small scantily furnished room, smelled bad. After i called out for someone to check in, the receptionist was disheveled and not welcoming. But the room (although the bedspread was old looking) had newer floor and bathroom so it was fine in the end.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mostyn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Resting on its Laurels

One night only. Room had a slight musty smell, and AC unit made a sound like a car alarm when running.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marcela

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celestino

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