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376 reviews

Panama Hotel and Suites

Panama Hotel and Suites

4 Bayview Street, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Panama Hotel and Suites

Welcome to the vibrant Panama Hotel and Suites, your go-to destination for a delightful getaway in San Rafael, California! Nestled just 0.4mi from the city center, this charming 4-star property offers easy access to the lively pulse of the city while providing a serene retreat for relaxation. With prices starting from only $121, you can indulge in a luxurious stay without breaking the bank.

At Panama Hotel and Suites, you’ll find a world of fun and comfort packed into every stay. Start your day with a delicious breakfast before exploring the gorgeous surroundings. Unwind in style with unparalleled amenities including a delightful restaurant, refreshing bar, and fantastic room service options. Whether you’re enjoying the beautiful California weather on the patio or soaking in a bathtub in your room, this hotel guarantees an unforgettable experience!

With an impressive 376 reviews, guests rave about the friendly staff, inviting atmosphere, and delightful features such as free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned non-smoking rooms. Stroll through the lovely garden, or relax on your private balcony, creating moments that will make your stay truly special. The Panama Hotel and Suites is your perfect launchpad for exploring the best of San Rafael while offering a cozy place to call home!

At Panama Hotel and Suites, culinary delights await you at our on-site restaurant, where family-friendly atmospheres meet an exciting blend of Mediterranean and Latin American cuisines. Imagine diving into dishes bursting with flavor while enjoying the laughter of loved ones around you. Whether you're a foodie with an adventurous palate or just in search of comfort classics, our restaurant is sure to satisfy. Enjoy warm evenings on the patio, savoring cocktails as the sun sets and the stars begin to twinkle.

No getaway would be complete without some leisurely exploration, and the Panama Hotel and Suites serves as an excellent hub for adventure seekers! Take a short stroll to the vibrant San Rafael city center, where delightful shops and charming cafes beckon. And if you're in the mood for a bit of nature, our lush garden provides the perfect setting for relaxation and mindful contemplation. It's the ideal spot to sip your morning coffee, or perhaps to share stories with new friends in a cozy corner as you bask in the Californian sunshine.

To add even more fun to your stay, don't forget that Panama Hotel and Suites fully embraces the spirit of cash-only transactions. Dive into the local culture and experience San Rafael like a true local as you navigate the area’s delightful eateries and shops without the need for plastic! Each detail, whether it’s the warm ambiance, tantalizing meals, or your next spontaneous adventure, comes together to create a rich tapestry of experiences waiting just for you at Panama Hotel and Suites!

Closest airports

Oakland International Airport

23.6mi

San Francisco International Airport

25.6mi

Buchanan Field Airport

25.8mi

Sonoma County Airport

40.5mi

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

53.3mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Garden

Bidet

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Balcony

Rooms

Rosie's Room in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Rosie

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Futon Mat Bed

95 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

Microwave

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Step into Rosie's Room, a spacious suite adorned with a private balcony, a relaxing bathtub, and a cozy queen-size bed. This suite offers all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay, including a microwave and a refrigerator, ensuring that you feel right at home.

Captain's Cabin in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Captain Cabin

1 Double Bed

95 sqft

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Experience luxury in the intimate Captain's Cabin, a stylish double room with a private bathroom, bathtub, and modern conveniences like a microwave and refrigerator. Enjoy a cozy stay and indulge in the complimentary tea and coffee as you unwind in this well-appointed space.

Bordello Room in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Bordello

1 Queen Size Bed

95 sqft

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Experience luxury and comfort in our intimate Bordello Room, boasting a spacious private bathroom, balcony, and indulgent bathtub. Relax in air-conditioned bliss while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee from your microwave-equipped room.

Ken's Safari Room in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Standard Room

1 Queen Size Bed

95 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Refrigerator

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Step into the exotic Ken's Safari Room, a cozy double room boasting a spacious 97 sqft layout, fit for 2 adults. Unwind in the private bathroom with a soothing bathtub, and enjoy modern conveniences like a microwave, refrigerator, and air conditioning.

Mimi’s Bungalow in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Mimi Bungalow

1 Queen Size Bed

1 Futon Mat Bed

95 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Patio

Refrigerator

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Welcome to Mimi's Bungalow, a charming suite featuring a private bathroom, patio, and all the essential amenities you need for a comfortable stay. With its queen size bed, futon mat, and accommodating up to 3 adults, it's the ideal sanctuary for your next getaway.

Lady Bracknell's Boudior in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Bracknell Boudior, Female Only

1 Queen Size Bed

95 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Patio

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Experience pure luxury in the intimate and exquisitely decorated Lady Bracknell's Boudoir. This charming and spacious double room, complete with a queen size bed, private bathroom, bathtub, and a patio, is the perfect retreat for a romantic escape. Indulge in the convenience of modern amenities such as a microwave, refrigerator, tea/coffee maker, TV, and free toiletries, ensuring a comfortable and unforgettable stay.

Jennifer's Room with Shared Bathroom in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Jennifer, Double, Shared Bathroom

1 Double Bed

95 sqft

Free toiletries

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Experience comfort and tranquility in Jennifer's Room, a cozy double room featuring a spacious wardrobe, heating, and a comfortable double bed. Enjoy the convenience of a shared bathroom with free toiletries provided. Total relaxation awaits.

Maria's Pueblo in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Maria Pueblo

1 Queen Size Bed

95 sqft

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Welcome to Maria's Pueblo, where you'll find a cozy and comfortable double room perfect for 2 adults. With a private bathroom, a patio, and amenities like a microwave and refrigerator, your stay here promises convenience and relaxation.

Honeymoon Room in Panama Hotel and Suites

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Honeymoon

1 Queen Size Bed

95 sqft

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Honeymoon Room is an upstairs room that includes a claw-foot tub/shower on a raised platform in the bedroom, along with a queen bed; air conditioning, sun deck and dressing room with a half-bath. The Honeymoon Room is a private room with a celebratory flair.

Room With Garden View

1 Queen Size Bed

95 sqft

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The Garden Room is a ground floor room with French doors opening to a gated private patio. It offers a queen bed, slate floors and a bathroom with a stall shower. The room is pet-friendly and handicapped-accessible.

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Bungalow

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

1 Double Bed

95 sqft

Free toiletries

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Welcome to Roy Roger's Room, a cozy and stylish double room with a shared bathroom. With its 97 sqft size and a comfortable double bed, it is perfect for couples seeking a relaxing stay. Enjoy the complimentary free toiletries and other amenities like heating, linens, and wardrobe during your visit.

Guest reviews

7.2

376 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Patricia

8.2

August 2023

The coffee was excellent! The selection was limited but as a start to the day it was adequate.

There was nothing we didn't like. The Panama Hotel is a one of a kind little place with loads of character. The staff is very friendly and we have booked another two nights next week. It suits our needs and is in the best location for the town of San Rafael. A cute Muffin Cafe steps away and another Cafe a short walk that serves a fill tasty breakfast along with lunch and dinner. Sorry this should have gone in the what did you like box ....lol

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Edward

9.1

September 2023

An extremely charming boutique hotel in the heart of Marin County with reasonable prices. Composed of two old houses and their outbuildings set on a curved lane, it's semi-symmetrical layout is like that of a pensione you'd see in Turin or Dubrovnik.

The lighting inside the hotel could have been a teeny bit brighter. The once thriving lobby restaurant was unfortunately stilled by the Pandemic; but would be most welcome if re-established.

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Kelly

10

November 2022

its historic charm, style, and location. I feel like I’m staying in an average, old city in Spain — except the neighborhood is decidedly Victorian. The Panama began 100 years ago as a Mexican tamale restaurant in the suburb of San Rafael. It’s my favorite place to stay in Marin County and the options range from affordable rooms to beautifully-decorated bungalows and suites.

The views add to its charm, … that charm is a bit like a lush, old Spanish resort in a tiny town, complete with telephone lines incorporated in the balcony view from my room, yet I’ve genuinely fallen in love with the place. I prefer views more attractive than those off roofs and wires, so that is the closest thing to anything I might not like a whole lot.

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Chiropractic

8.2

April 2023

This was an adorable property in a residential neighborhood. It's an unexpected gem that looks like you've walked into a cute hotel in Panama.

It is advertised as right next to a bakery (which is one of the reasons we booked it), but the bakery is closed on Saturdays. We did walk just right down the street a block further and there was a great cafe. The "free" breakfast at the hotel was way underwhelming- just packaged cheap baked goods. It was actually all gone when we went downstairs at only 8:30 and no one restocked any of the items, even coffee was gone. We really liked the hotel, but wouldn't plan on eatting there in the future. The restaurant area did look like it would be a nice place to have an evening glass of wine, just not breakfast.

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Stuart

8.2

September 2022

The breakfast was fairly typical but the location of the breakfast was excellent. You can eat either in the restaurant space, which is well shaded but affords an excellent view of the courtyard and street, or eat in the courtyard itself, which has a covering of sorts, giving it an outdoor-indoor feel. The property consists of a main house and an attached cabin or two, with its own lane. In other words, there’s a private, hidden, romantic quality to the place. Also, the hotel is right near a great little cafe and walking distance from an excellent breakfast/lunch place. And walking into the heart of San Rafael is a fairly short (a bit under 10 minutes) and a very pleasant walk.

My room— one of the smaller ones, I assume—was comfortable but did not have its own bathroom. I knew that before my stay but, still, the experience brought back memories of living in a college dorm.

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Judith

8.2

April 2022

I returned to San Rafael for an outpatient medical procedure and needed a quiet place near the clinic to recuperate. I like the old fashioned simplicity and style of the accommodations and the low price.

The bed was a little bit too soft for my comfort and unlike the last room I stayed in, there was no chest of drawers for clothing. Of more concern, , though I had requested that unscented natural cleaning products only be used in my room because of allergy, the entire upstairs including my room smelled strongly of a Pinesol-type product. Someone needs to help Panama Hotel find least-toxic, unscented alternatives.

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George

8.2

September 2023

Nice location, walking distance to supermate and downtown. Quiet neighborhood. Clean, comfortable room with decent ameneties. Charming decor.

Shower was rustic, like a safari trip, but plenty of hot water. Not a big deal, but far from luxurious. And the continental "breakfast" was sub-par. We skipped it. There is a nice bakery-cafe next door.

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Jillian

8.2

December 2022

I loved all the greenery throughout, I felt like I was walking into a little tropical escape! Even with it being right in the middle of a residential neighborhood, once you walked through the door it felt very secluded.

The continental breakfast seemed not quite as expected, but it was a small inconvenience.

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Judith

8.2

February 2022

very quiet inside and out, pleasant B and B like atmosphere Even with full booking there was plenty of privacy. My room was small but rather charming - painted pine with an unpainted small closet. Bed was comfortable though a tad soft for my taste.

Carpets are worn although they were clean. The "guest kitchen" was no more than a shared microwave and dormitory sized refrigerator, and there was little kitcheware available, The front desk closes at 6 PM so if a guest has needs, they are hard to me(no knives, stirring spoons, or silverware)

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Greg

9.1

June 2023

Unique cozy establishment in quiet residential area close to downtown San Rafael. Continental breakfast was very good--no hot food but outstanding coffee, cereal, yogurt, fresh fruit, juice, soft boiled eggs, and garden area as well as white table-clothed inside tables with Latin American decor/ambiance.

I liked everything here.

Points of Interest Around Panama Hotel and Suites

Attractions

Marin County

4.8mi

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

9.3mi

Baker Beach

12.4mi

Sea Cliff

12.8mi

Saints Peter and Paul Church

13.2mi

Pacific Heights

13.5mi

San Francisco Japantown

13.5mi

Fillmore District

13.5mi

Conservatory of Flowers

13.9mi

San Francisco Botanical Garden

14.3mi

Barbary Coast Trail

14.4mi

Grateful Dead House

14.5mi

16th Avenue Tiled Steps

15mi

Berkeley

16.2mi

HopMonk Tavern

22.5mi

Restaurants

Cuisines

  • Mediterranean
  • Latin American

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Amenities of Panama Hotel and Suites

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Garden

Bidet

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Balcony

Stay rules - Panama Hotel and Suites

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Panama Hotel and Suites

What are the check-in and check-out times at Panama Hotel and Suites?

Your reservation at Panama Hotel and Suites specifies a check-in timeframe of 02:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and a check-out deadline of 11:00 AM.

How much does a stay at Panama Hotel and Suites cost?

Rates at Panama Hotel and Suites commence from $121. However, final pricing may depend on room choices and booking dates. Always input your stay dates for precise rates.

What types of rooms does Panama Hotel and Suites offer?

Panama Hotel and Suites offers various types of rooms for guests. They have Double rooms, which are 97 sqft in size and accommodate 2 adults with 1 Queen size bed. They also offer Suites, which are also 97 sqft and accommodate 4 adults with 1 Queen size bed and 1 Futon Mat. All rooms are non-smoking.

How can guests spend their time at Panama Hotel and Suites?

At Panama Hotel and Suites, guests can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel offers a bar where guests can unwind and enjoy their favorite drinks. Additionally, guests can savor delicious meals at the on-site restaurants. Although the specific restaurant names are not provided, the ambiance at the restaurants is described as family-friendly. Guests can enjoy a pleasant dining experience with their loved ones. The cuisines available at the hotel's restaurants include Mediterranean and Latin American. This provides guests with a diverse range of culinary options to choose from during their stay. Whether guests are looking to enjoy a refreshing beverage at the bar or indulge in a delightful meal at the on-site restaurants, Panama Hotel and Suites offers a range of amenities to enhance their leisure time.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Panama Hotel and Suites?

Yes, the Panama Hotel and Suites has on-site restaurants. The restaurant offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves Mediterranean and Latin American cuisines.

Does Panama Hotel and Suites accept credit cards and cash payments?

No, Panama Hotel and Suites does not accept cash payments. They only accept credit card payments, including American Express, Mastercard, Visa, and Discover.