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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 | 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow) | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Room (Lady Bracknell's) | Terrace/patio
Room (Roy Roger's) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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4 BAYVIEW STREET, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Marin County Civic Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (Bordello)

Room (Bordello) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Bordello)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cabin (Captain's Cabin) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Cabin (Captain's Cabin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Garden Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Grant's Tome)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Room (Honeymoon) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Honeymoon Room (Honeymoon)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Jennifer's) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Jennifer's)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room (Ken's Safari)

Room (Ken's Safari) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Ken's Safari)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (Lady Bracknell's)

Room (Lady Bracknell's) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Lady Bracknell's)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow)

Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Room (Maria's Pueblo) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Maria's Pueblo)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room (Roy Roger's)

Room (Roy Roger's) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Roy Roger's)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room (Rosie's)

Room (Rosie's) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Rosie's)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

View all photos for Room (Venetian)

Room (Venetian) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Venetian)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Dale Evans) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room (Dale Evans)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

San Rafael

Located in Gerstle Park, Panama Hotel is adjacent to San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park and a short stroll from Marin History Museum. This 13-room hotel has in-room conveniences like microwaves, coffee makers, and Smart TVs.

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Falkirk Cultural Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dominican University of California - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Marin County Civic Center - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Muffin Mania Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Depot Garden Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Il Davide - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪California Gold - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster Brick Oven - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Panama Hotel

Hotel in San Rafael with a restaurant
Guests of Panama Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a garden. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
32-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Microwaves, coffee makers, and desks are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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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 transportation

  • No onsite 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 age 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

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

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Panama Hotel?

Panama Hotel provides 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 Panama Hotel?

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panama Hotel on Nov 3, 2025 start from $87.49, 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 around Panama Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Gerstle Park, just steps from San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park. You'll also find Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Falkirk Cultural Center less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Panama Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Panama Hotel have a casino?

No, Panama Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Panama Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Panama Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead and a smart TV as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Panama Hotel?

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

Does Panama Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Panama Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Panama Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Panama Hotel for a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per stay.

Does Panama Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Panama Hotel?

The closest major airport to Panama Hotel is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is about 24.7 mi away. Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is around 25.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Panama Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a deck.