Panama Hotel

2.0 star property
San Rafael hotel in Picnic Valley with a restaurant

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Restaurant
Living area
Living area
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Front of property

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is P4,913
P5,512 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28

Room options

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Room (Grant's Tome)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Garden Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Jennifer's Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Honeymoon Room (Honeymoon Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Lady Bracknell's)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Ken's Safari Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Maria's Pueblo)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Bungalow (Mimi's Bungalow)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Cabin (Captain's Cabin)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Bordello Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Rosie's Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Room (Roy Roger's Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room (Venetian Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4 BAYVIEW STREET, San Rafael, CA, 94901

What's nearby

  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 10 min walk
  • Dominican University of California - 3 min drive
  • Marin County Civic Center - 6 min drive
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 20 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Muffin Mania Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪California Gold - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Java Detour - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tam Commons - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Depot Garden Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Panama Hotel

Hotel near San Francisco Bay
Panama Hotel provides amenities like a garden and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Panama Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Panama Hotel?

As of Feb 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panama Hotel on Feb 27, 2025 start from P 4,912.52, 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.

How much is parking at Panama Hotel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Panama Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Panama Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Panama Hotel located?

Located in Picnic Valley, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park, Mission San Rafael Arcangel, and Falkirk Cultural Center. Dominican University of California and Imagination Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Panama Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 65 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

The hotel is very cute. We had a great stay. There’s a great bakery around the corner
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

This place is great... such History and thr rooms are soooo cool... always our place to stay ... A++++++
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

This is a wonderful place to stay, so charming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

A night full of rest..😴thank you guys!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Charming old house, converted to a hotel. Safe location. Easy walk to numerous restaurants and other businesses. Clean. Proprietor is pleasant and polite. Nice bedroom. Shared bathrooms. (Difficult to get a comfortable setting on the shower.) Good overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ayliah

The property is super pretty! It's a bit older in its appearance and amenities but it kinda gives modern Victorian and I was for it! The heaters are not as strong as I would have loved for the weather and the locks aren't necessarily the most strong feeling on the room doors but I loved it regardless and will be going back! BE ADVISED THAT NOT ALL ROOMS HAVE ATTACHED BATHROOMS. BE SURE TO LOOK AT THE PICTURES AND CALL THE PROPERTY IF NEEDED!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Got in late for check in and they had key in lock box for me.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anicia

This was a chance I’m glad we took! It’s so charming and unique. Clean and quiet. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

orhan

Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Funky Boutique hotel, I have stayed at before and will again. Not a modern hotel by any stretch, but clean and not too far from downtown food, drink & shopping. Room was clean - the Fridge turned out to be a freezer, but other than that no problems. Restaurant was closed, staff was nice but it is not a 24 hour staffed reception. I liked it and will be back for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst place i have ever stayed and terrible management.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristy

It was unique and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jan

Junk stored everywhere. Property is in ownership transition
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Quiet and clean. Very serviceable for a restful night. I’m excited to stay again when the restaurant is open.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Greg

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I liked the guy who helped me thru the reservation process
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Doug

It’s a place to stay
I will say that the bed was comfortable and the price was right. Once they finish with the restaurant construction the place will have a nice travelers lodge feel. The bathrooms are shared, so know that going in. Easy walk to downtown San Rafael and it was quiet at the property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

It was cute. We plan to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Good spot. Disappointed restaurant wasn’t open. Look forward to going back when it is.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Loved it!
This place is amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Just the bathroom we had to share the water never would get hot so had to share the other main bathroom & the tv was busted so I couldn’t really watch tv at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lobby and restaurant were under construction. We stayed in the Venetian Room. It was smaller, darker and dated than it looked on their website photos. Needs some maintenance work or updating - chip paint, holes on the walls, some splashes of "something" on the walls, picture frames falling apart, our towels had holes, etc. Otherwise, good price, great location and walkable to downtown San Rafael.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greta

Memory lane
We have fond memories of this wonderful place from 30 years ago. It is now being renovated by a charming, dedicated new owner. It is an easy walk to downtown shops, restaurants and the lovely Mission.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Scott

It was not clear from the posting that not every room had a private bathroom. Ours made use of shared facilities. Quaint, cute and a work in progress.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilma

I loved how quaint the property was. Staff was superb, and very helpful. They really made me feel at home.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Phu

Cute place, but very basic.
Panama is a cute hotel and Anos, who checked us in was friendly. Our room was cute. The neighborhood is very quaint and it is walking distance to downtown. (.5 miles) However, during our visit, it was VERY basic. The hotel is under construction-- (big time!) and I was not informed of this on their website when I booked our stay. There was no coffee in the morning, no lobby, no place it sit downstairs. I would stay again in the future after the remodeling and construction.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024