| polished suites offer kitchenettes, dining tables and separate living areas with pull-out sofas, plus 2 flat-screen tvs and wi-fi. there's an atrium with a waterfall, and an american grill restaurant, plus an indoor pool, a whirlpool and a gym. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. a 5-minute walk from the marin county civic center, this contemporary hotel with a tropical atrium is 4 miles from the mill valley film festival. cooked-to-order breakfast is complimentary, as are evening receptions with snacks and drinks. additional amenities include a 24/7 business center and 10 meeting rooms, including a ballroom. many have bay views, and upgraded suites add keurig coffeemakers
San Francisco International Airport 45 min
Golden Gate National Recreation Area (18 min)
Coastal urban park with historic sites & activities from bicycling to hiking to water sports. Mount Tamalpais (1 hr 6)
Scenic, well-networked mountain with stunning views & featuring over 100 miles of hiking & cycling. Mount Tamalpais State Park (22 min)
Redwood groves plus hiking & biking trails that lead to sweeping views from a 2,571-foot peak. The Marine Mammal Center (29 min)
All types of marine mammals are cared for & rehabilitated at this non-profit facility. Rodeo Beach (27 min)
Pebbly beach popular for surfing & sunbathing, with restrooms, trails, a lagoon & picnic tables. Fort Baker (24 min)
Former U.S. Army post with many historic buildings & trails overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Point Pinole Regional Shoreline (28 min)
Sprawling park with scenic, multi-use trails through meadows, eucalyptus woods, bluffs & beaches. China Camp State Park (9 min)
Park with reservable picnic & camp sites, plus 15 mi. of hiking, biking & equestrian trails. Angel Island (2 hr 17)
Historic bay island with ferry access, open-air trams & panoramic San Francisco city views. Bay Area Discovery Museum (21 min)
Indoor/outdoor museum inspiring kid creativity via interactive exhibits, a play space & art classes. Samuel P Taylor State Park (31 min)
Park noted for its redwood groves & grassy hills offers camping, hiking trails & picnic areas. Church of Saint Raphael / Mission San Rafael Arcangel (8 min)
Gift shop located in a historic church offering an assortment of religious books, statues & goods. Angel Island State Park (2 hr 13)
Large island with campsites featuring hiking & biking trails plus panoramic views of San Francisco. Rosie the Riveter National Historical Park (21 min)
Park and history Muir Woods National Monument (27 min)
Scenic, forested park featuring giant redwood trees, long hiking trails, a visitor center & more. | 
