Marin Hilltop Hotel

Hotels
Four Points by Sheraton
7.9 (896 reviews)
1010 Northgate Drive , San Rafael , us

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Noisy HVAC units
High pet fees

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Facility was very clean, but there were cleanliness concerns with the musty room.
Service
8.65
Staff was described as friendly and professional.
Location
8.65
Noted as reasonably quiet despite being near the freeway.
Room Quality
7.15
Rooms described as a bit old and issues with HVAC units affected comfort.
Amenities
7.65
Basic amenities were provided, but some guests mentioned missing items.
Value for Money
7.15
Outrageous pet fee was highlighted as a significant negative.
Food and Beverage
8.15
Breakfast was tasty but could be improved with more variety.
Overall Experience
8.15
Mixed reviews overall but some positives like staff and general cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:19

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Comfortable Rooms

Experience comfort and luxury at Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael, just 18 miles from the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Indulge in spacious guest rooms with courtyard views, equipped with modern amenities like free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs.

Relaxation and Dining Options

Unwind in the heated outdoor pool and hot tub, or savor American cuisine at the on-site restaurant. For a casual drink, visit the hotel's bar. Keep up with your fitness routine at the gym, ensuring a well-rounded stay.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Located near Northgate Mall, our hotel offers easy access to shopping and entertainment. Explore the picturesque Stinson Beach just 22 miles away, or have a thrilling day at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom amusement park, 26 miles from the hotel.

Book your stay at Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

Beginning July 1, Marin Hilltop Hotel will continue its exciting transformation as part of our transition to the Tribute Portfolio by Marriott. During this phase of renovation, the pool will be temporarily unavailable, and work will be taking place in portions of the lobby, restaurant, lounge, and common areas. Every effort will be made to minimize disruption to our guests, and we appreciate your patience as we enhance the overall guest experience.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SFO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 896 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 7.65
Value for Money: 7.15
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Jean-Michel solo_traveller us
5
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Rashideh couple us
8
Pros:

Nice staff and clean room!

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Rebecca couple fr
5
Too expensive for this level of service
Pros:

It was convenient and the restaurant had wonderful service and really good food at dinner. In general the hotel staff was very friendly. Also the laundry room was a big plus.

Cons:

There was only one working elevator which was shared with staff, so we spent an inordinate amount of time waiting for it and riding it, stopping at every floor. One time a housekeeper was on speaker phone with her husband as we rode up, not very professional.
The room was only cleaned twice during our 9 day stay, and if we asked, they stated it only was made up every other day… I said it had been three days, and still nothing. They only gave us two rolls of (scratchy) toilet paper the whole time - we finally just bought some at the store. We asked for ice, and someone showed up half an hour later with an empty ice bucket. When I asked where the ice was, she mumbled something, then another half hour passed until a different person arrived with the bucket and ice.
Weird furniture in the room, and the safe was up very high, so high I couldn’t see in it, and no chair in room to stand on to retrieve things from it.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Rosemary solo_traveller us
7
It was fine.
Cons:

Of course the construction was loud right above me. I wanted to leave the room ASAP.. Nights were ok. The pillows were the worst.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Ravindra solo_traveller in
5
It was a average stay, breakfast was not good.
Pros:

room was good.

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Ava couple us
5
Mediocre.
Pros:

Close to where I needed to go in San Rafael

Cons:

Under construction. Staff didn’t acknowledge me. Room was very sterile. Bathroom didn’t have a counter. Shower wasn’t always hot.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Kumar solo_traveller in
5
Not value for money
Pros:

Location: Good
Staff: Friendly.

Cons:

Wif-fi: Very bad

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Kumar solo_traveller in
4
Wifi was a big trouble, impacted my office work significantly.
Pros:

Location is good, and the staff is friendly.

Cons:

Wi-Fi: The connection was consistently unstable, with very slow speeds and frequent disconnections, which significantly impacted my office work.

Breakfast: I stayed at this property three months ago, and the breakfast buffet was much better. This time, there was no buffet, and only a single option could be selected from the à la carte menu.

Bathroom: The shower gel in my room was empty.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Walter couple us
3
Very dissapointed
Pros:

Breakfast

Cons:

Room was a mismatch of odd pieces of wooden furniture, not made for the room.
Security charge was $378.58 for a room charge of $526.22 which is outrageous; I don't care if it is returned.

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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barnes family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Everything went good.

Cons:

The air fresher in lobby and hotel is very strong.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
M
Mario couple us
9
Great
Pros:

Location is great

Cons:

Bathroom was very small

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Madhuri family_with_children us
4
Not a great stay
Pros:

Convenient for what we were attending throughout the weekend. Breakfast tasted great.

Cons:

Stayed here several years ago and felt a noticeable decline. Bed was VERY UNCOMFORTABLE - you can feel the springs and it’s like you would sink to the center of the bed. WI-FI didn’t work at all. The bathroom was not stocked for our arrival - no bath soap and they took several trips to remedy this. The hotel and room felt run down. They only gave us three bath towels and the fan in the bathroom didn’t work. So the towels stayed damp. I asked for three more, and they brought two.

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple us
8
Comfortable but a little disappointing due to the place showing its age.
Pros:

The room and bed and TV were roomy, comfortable and easy to use for streaming,

Cons:

The exterior of the building, the parking lot surface and especially the pool and spa and decking are rundown and need of renovation. The spa only has one decently working jet.

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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deedeex2026 Business
10
Very happy
Pros:

I had dinner in the hotel bar. Jose Luis was so great as our bartender/server! He was very prompt and attentive. The food was really good as well.

2026-03-25 via Tripadvisor
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John couple us
8
2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Whaley solo_traveller us
10
Eat somewhere else
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

The restaurant was not good

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Yvonne couple de
8
A very pleasant stay in Marin County
Pros:

Nice location with lots of free parking. Very friendly and accommodating staff. The bed was very comfortable and I had a great night sleep. I also felt very safe as a solo traveler.

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
3
353hallied Couples Little River, Mendocino County, California
10
The perfect stop
Pros:

We were looking for a last minute stop over in San Rafael, and decided on the Hilltop because the price was incredibly low. The reviews looked good, so we took a chance, and paid the extra $20 for breakfast. The photos do not do this place justice. The common areas were beautiful and modern; the courtyard with a pool, outdoor seating with fire pits, fitness studio and free parking all added to the 5 star experience. The $20 breakfast fee provided us a delicious breakfast for two at the café with coffee and orange juice. Our room was clean, beds comfy, and the furniture a bit dated with scratches. Overall fabulous place and it's easy to overlook a scratched desk when the price is right.

2026-03-11 via Tripadvisor
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Debby couple us
10
2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Meaghan couple us
10
2026-03-08 via Nuitee