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A bar area with multiple seating options and a well-stocked bar counter.
A spacious lobby with a staircase, modern furniture, and decorative wall art.
A modern hotel with a palm tree in the foreground, a parking lot, and a sunset sky.
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of trees.

1. Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn

Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
Novato
United States
Robert
NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
A restaurant with leather booths, wooden tables, and hanging light fixtures.
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including leather booths and tables, and a bar counter with a variety of bottles.
Lounge
Lobby

2. Marin Hilltop Hotel

Marin Hilltop Hotel
North San Rafael Town Center
United States
Huthesia
NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Marin Hilltop Hotel
A multi-level atrium with a central open space, seating areas, and a bar/lounge with a view of the surrounding floors.
Exterior
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.
A multi-level atrium with a central open space, tiered seating, and a variety of seating arrangements.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
Las Gallinas
United States
Shrleen
NZ$326
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael at Marin Center
A restaurant with wooden floors, black chairs, and tables. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a red carpet, a comfortable armchair, and a potted plant.
A motel with a parking lot, a flag, and a building with a red door.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

4. Villa Inn

Villa Inn
Lincoln
United States
Robert
NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Villa Inn
An outdoor patio area with round tables and chairs, string lights, and umbrellas.
A modern bar area with a granite countertop, bar stools, and decorative rings on the wall.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and decorative wall art.
A modern interior with a seating area, a round table, a television, and decorative elements.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma

Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma
Novato
United States
Joanne
NZ$346
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Novato Marin/Sonoma
A restaurant interior with a bar area, wooden chairs, and a counter.
A long dining table set outdoors with multiple chairs, covered with a dark tablecloth, and surrounded by wooden chairs.
A hallway with framed pictures on the walls, including a prominent California poster.
A building with the sign 'San Anselmo Inn' and 'Gale & Co.' on the facade.

6. San Anselmo Inn

San Anselmo Inn
San Anselmo
Australia
Richard
NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
San Anselmo Inn
A sign for Marin Lodge with a 'No Vacancy' message.
A building with a sign labeled "OFFICE" on the front door, a "NO SMOKING" sign, and a welcome sign.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a door, and a window with curtains.
A person standing at a reception desk with a television mounted on the wall above, a thermostat, and a computer monitor to the right.

7. Marin Lodge

Marin Lodge
Lincoln
United States
Betsy
NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Marin Lodge
A modern hotel exterior with outdoor seating, string lights, and a fireplace.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a towel rack.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with chairs.
A modern lounge area with comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering views of the outside.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma

Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma
Novato
United States
Mereseini
NZ$404
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma
A building with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel kitchen with a refrigerator, coffee machine, and various food items on the counter.
A small kitchenette with a microwave, stove, and sink. There is a table with two chairs and a framed picture on the wall.
A residential area with multiple houses featuring red-tiled roofs and solar panels.

9. Marinwood Inn & Suites

Marinwood Inn & Suites
Novato
United States
James
NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Marinwood Inn & Suites
A lobby with a blue sofa, a bowl of apples, a glass coffee table, and a reception desk with a mirror.
A tree with hanging chairs, a wooden deck, and a well-maintained lawn.
A hotel entrance with a cobblestone driveway, palm trees, and a stone facade.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

10. Inn Marin and Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Inn Marin and Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Novato
United States
Lauren
NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Inn Marin and Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting of a bridge, and a view of a building and greenery through the window.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings with a view of hills.
A fountain with a tiered design, surrounded by a concrete border. There are outdoor tables and chairs in the foreground.
A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a seating area with chairs and a sofa, a dining table with a vase of flowers, and a large window with a view.

11. Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco

Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco
Novato
United States
Elizabeth
NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco
A large, multi-story wooden house with multiple balconies and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden dresser, and a view of a garden through a sliding glass door.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows.
A cozy room with a large window seat, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

12. Olema House at Point Reyes

Olema House at Point Reyes
Olema
United States
Jeff
NZ$578
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Olema House at Point Reyes
A modern outdoor living area with a stone wall, wooden deck, and outdoor furniture.
A modern reception area with a white reception desk, two yellow armchairs, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A modern building with a sign reading "the evergreen" and a patio area with outdoor seating.

13. The Evergreen

The Evergreen
Corte Madera
United States
Rod
NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Evergreen
A circular fire pit with seating around it, surrounded by lush greenery and a pergola overhead.
A hotel room with a fireplace, a bed, a shower, and a TV.
A modern lobby with a stone wall, a fireplace, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.
A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa with colorful cushions, and a view of the street outside.

14. Best Western Corte Madera Inn

Best Western Corte Madera Inn
Corte Madera
United States
Nathan
NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Corte Madera Inn
A room with a dining area, a large Pepsi vending machine, and a view through a glass door.
A pool area with two pools, lounge chairs, and a glass-enclosed structure.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black mat, a clock, and a push button door.
A multi-story building with a blue sign indicating it's a Best Value Inn.

15. Americas Best Value Inn Novato Marin Sonoma

Americas Best Value Inn Novato Marin Sonoma
Novato
United States
Mariana
NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Americas Best Value Inn Novato Marin Sonoma
A two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by potted plants and trees.
A living room with a sofa, a television, a kitchen area, and a dining table.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a television on a wooden stand.
A balcony with wicker furniture and a glass table.

16. Panama Hotel

Panama Hotel
Gerstle Park
United States
Diana
NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Panama Hotel
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A reception area with a marble counter, wooden paneling, and a receptionist.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern lobby with sofas, a bar area, and a coffee table.

17. AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown

AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
Downtown San Rafael
United States
Courtney
NZ$458
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
AC Hotel San Rafael Downtown
A restaurant with brick walls, large windows, blue seating, and white tables.
A long, narrow hallway with a wooden ceiling and a patterned carpet.
A bell hanging from a brick wall.
A white building with a central entrance, a clock, and a parking lot with cars and a palm tree.

18. Hampton Inn Petaluma, CA

Hampton Inn Petaluma, CA
Midtown
United States
Michael
NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Petaluma, CA
A sign for Mur Woods Lodge with a stone pillar and a wooden signboard.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and artwork on the walls.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of a road and distant hills.
A sign for 'Muir Woods Lodge' with a stone and wooden structure, surrounded by landscaped greenery and a clear blue sky.

19. Muir Woods Lodge

Muir Woods Lodge
Almonte
United States
Mark
NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Muir Woods Lodge
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a tiled floor and beige walls. There are yellow chairs and a small planter with plants near the pool.
A hotel with a parking lot, a covered entrance, and a building with multiple windows and balconies.
Lobby
Room

20. Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East

Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East
Southeast San Rafael
United States
Katherine
NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Extended Stay America Suites San Rafael Francisco Blvd East
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A hilly landscape with dense forests and a winding path.
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Top Forest Knolls Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Forest Knolls

The Evergreen

The Evergreen

10/10 Excellent
"It's always nice to stay here"
Merary Suyen 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
The Evergreen
Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma

Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma

8/10 Good
"The room was clean and large enough for our needs. The breakfast was good."
Kenneth 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma
Marin Suites Hotel

Marin Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean. Pool and hot were also very clean and nice."
Justin 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Marin Suites Hotel
Muir Woods Lodge

Muir Woods Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very convenient location for Marin County. Had great coffee or hot chocolate in lobby. No service for out room with a 4 night stay, but that was ok. Could have used clean towels and garbage removal. Staff not accessible most of the time . Tidal flooding affecting road in front of hotel, but ways to get around it and only between 3 to 6 .Parked in front of our room."
Joanna 5-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Muir Woods Lodge
Inn Marin and Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Inn Marin and Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean room, close to freeway"
NANETTE 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Inn Marin and Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco

Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Coyotes sing in the hills some nights. It was a relaxing stay."
Timothy 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco
Villa Inn

Villa Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location"
William 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Villa Inn
The Inn Above Tide

The Inn Above Tide

10/10 Excellent
"The service was exceptional. There was bot anything that I asked for atvtgis hotel they didn't have. Staff was very courteous and happy to serve. Very impressive beautiful waterside hotel. Would stay again"
Detrius 2-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
The Inn Above Tide

More cheap accommodation in Forest Knolls

Muir Woods Lodge

Muir Woods Lodge

155 Shoreline Hwy Mill Valley CA
NZ$174
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Muir Woods Lodge
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Point Richmond

SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Point Richmond

915 W Cutting Blvd Richmond CA
NZ$176
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Point Richmond
Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco

Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco

8141 Redwood Blvd Novato CA
NZ$186
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Days Inn by Wyndham Novato/San Francisco
Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma

Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma

5100 Montero Way Petaluma CA
NZ$206
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,191 reviews)
Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma
Best Western Petaluma Inn

Best Western Petaluma Inn

200 S McDowell Boulevard Petaluma CA
NZ$206
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Best Western Petaluma Inn
The Evergreen

The Evergreen

706 Meadowsweet Dr Corte Madera CA
NZ$267
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (752 reviews)
The Evergreen

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Forest Knolls?
The best area to stay in Forest Knolls is the heart of the village, particularly around Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.This central area offers a pleasant, relaxed village experience. You'll find a few local shops, a cafe, and a restaurant, all within easy walking distance. The architecture is mostly residential with a scattering of small businesses, giving it a close-knit community feel.For those seeking a tranquil escape into nature, Forest Knolls is an excellent choice. Its location provides direct access to hiking and cycling trails, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who appreciate a peaceful base after a day of exploration.Couples looking for a quiet retreat will appreciate the relaxed pace and scenic surroundings.
When is the best time to go to Forest Knolls?
The best time to go to Forest Knolls is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October) months, when the weather is most pleasant for outdoor activities.During springtime, the hillsides surrounding Forest Knolls are lush and green from winter rains, and wildflowers are in bloom. Temperatures are generally mild, ranging from 15°C to 22°C (59°F to 72°F), making it ideal for hiking, cycling, and exploring the natural beauty of the area. This period offers beautiful scenery for those who enjoy photography or simply appreciate nature's display.Autumn also provides excellent weather, with comfortable temperatures typically between 18°C and 25°C (64°F to 77°F) and less chance of rain than in spring. The air is often clear, offering good visibility for scenic drives and walks.
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