| casual rooms come with free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, and tea and coffeemakers, as well as microwaves and minifridges. schulz museum and research center, and 10 miles from safari west animal park. off highway 101, this straightforward hotel is a mile from charles m. freebies include parking and continental breakfast served in a low-key dining area. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. there's also a seasonal outdoor pool
San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 17
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