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Welcome to our blog. We're Marin Hotels, a collection of boutique hotels in Marin County California. Perched Bayside or nestled amongst the Redwoods, guests at our hotels immerse in Marin's famous natural environment at each of our properties.

Join us as we share our adventures, insights, and insider tips about this special place. We hope you find some inspiration for a wonderful visit to the county and of course we hope to see you at one of our hotels.

There's so much to do here. You're going to want to say awhile!

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Marin Art Experience: Make Art in Sausalito with Bibby Gignilliat
Feb 13

Feb 13 Marin Art Experience: Make Art in Sausalito with Bibby Gignilliat

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Art in Marin, Marin Artists, Marin Art Classes, Things To Do in Sausalito, Marin Date Ideas

Let’s get arty! No experience required; everyone is welcome at Bibby’s art classes in her Sausalito studio.

Best Marin County Date Ideas: Love is in the Air!
Feb 5

Feb 5 Best Marin County Date Ideas: Love is in the Air!

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Marin Date Night, Marin Date Ideas, Marin Hikes, Marin Restaurants, Marin Spas, Marin Hotels, Hiking in Marin, Marin Travel Guide

Hello lovers! For you romantic getaway types, here are some ideas for Marin-style lovey-dovey outings in the County.

Breakfast at Marin Hotels: Fresh, Bountiful, Complimentary!
Jan 28

Jan 28 Breakfast at Marin Hotels: Fresh, Bountiful, Complimentary!

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Marin Boutique Hotels, Marin Hotels, Breakfast in Marin, Marin Hotels Amenities, Acqua Hotel, Mill Valley Inn, Waters Edge Hotel

Looking for one of the best breakfasts in Marin? It’s right here at our hotels where complimentary breakfast is served every day!

Marin Travel Tips: If You're Going To San Francisco
Jan 23

Jan 23 Marin Travel Tips: If You're Going To San Francisco

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San Francisco, Marin to San Francisco, Marin Ferries, Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Travel Guide

It’s an easy and fun jaunt from the dramatic natural beauty of Marin to energetic and dynamic San Francisco.

Marin County Travel Guide: Our 5 Favorite Nature Destinations
Jan 16

Jan 16 Marin County Travel Guide: Our 5 Favorite Nature Destinations

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Muir Woods, Stinson Beach, Marin Headlands, Waterfalls, Lighthouse, Hikes with a View, Easy Hikes, Hiking in Marin, Marin Hikes, Marin Travel Guide

Marin County is a nature-lover’s paradise. Travel from Redwoods to beaches to WOW views on the edge in our Top 5.

Hike With A View: A Walk Along The Coast of San Francisco
Jan 7

Jan 7 Hike With A View: A Walk Along The Coast of San Francisco

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Hikes with a View, San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Hikes

Hiking Pefection: views of the wild coast of San Francisco, the Marin Headlands and the Golden Gate Bridge + lunch in the Presidio.

Best Food Experiences in Marin: Bay to Table in Tomales
Jan 2

Jan 2 Best Food Experiences in Marin: Bay to Table in Tomales

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Eating in Marin, Bay to Table, Oysters, Restaurants with a View, Marin Date Ideas

The pristine cold waters of Tomales Bay in Marin County provide all the ingredients for an only-in-Marin oyster eating experience.

Marin County Travel Guides: Best Things To Do in Marin County
Dec 26

Dec 26 Marin County Travel Guides: Best Things To Do in Marin County

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Things To Do in Sausalito, Things To Do in Tiburon, Mill Valley, Restaurants with a View, Eating in Marin, Marin Restaurants, Marin Travel Guide

Read our top 5 posts of 2019, where you’ll discover the best things to do in Sausalito, Tiburon, and Mill Valley.

Smith Rafael Film Center, an Only In Marin Theater
Dec 12

Dec 12 Smith Rafael Film Center, an Only In Marin Theater

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Marin Movie Theaters, San Rafael, Marin Restaurants, Marin Date Night

If independent, offbeat, thoughtful movies are your jam, plan a screening at The Rafael Theatre in downtown San Rafael.

Marin County Travel Guide: Exploring the Waterfalls
Dec 3

Dec 3 Marin County Travel Guide: Exploring the Waterfalls

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Marin Waterfalls, Marin Restaurants, Marin Hikes

Yay for rain! Watch the weather and head out between showers to explore the many waterfalls of Marin County.

Best Golden Gate Bridge View + Cocktails: A Marin Must Do
Nov 26

Nov 26 Best Golden Gate Bridge View + Cocktails: A Marin Must Do

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Sausalito Restaurants, Restaurants with a View, Marin Date Night

Shhhhh. It’s a secret! You’ll see why when you arrive at this special spot, a long time favorite of Marinites.

Marin County Restaurants: A New Seafood Destination
Nov 20

Nov 20 Marin County Restaurants: A New Seafood Destination

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Mill Valley, Marin Restaurants, Marin Seafood Restaurants, Marin Date Night

One of the best seafood restaurants in the Bay Area is now in Marin. A big welcome to Hook Fish Co. at Prooflab!

Strike a Pose at Marin Hotels in Marin County California
Nov 12

Nov 12 Strike a Pose at Marin Hotels in Marin County California

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Marin Hotels, Marin Boutique Hotels, Marin Hotels Amenities, Acqua Hotel, Waters Edge Hotel, Mill Valley Inn

Travel light, be light: Each guest room at our three Marin Hotels includes a yoga mat and block. Namaste to you!

Best Marin Hikes: The Lookout on  Mt. Tam's East Peak
Nov 7

Nov 7 Best Marin Hikes: The Lookout on Mt. Tam's East Peak

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Hikes with a View, Hiking in Marin, Mt. Tam Hikes

You know we like a hike that has a payoff. This one delivers! After a short, steepish but easyish ascent you’ll find yourself up there. Wow!

Marin County Travel Guide: A Hub for Foodies
Nov 1

Nov 1 Marin County Travel Guide: A Hub for Foodies

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Marin Hotels, Marin Boutique Hotels, Marin Hotels Amenities, Marin Hotels Review, Acqua Hotel, Marin Travel Guide

Laura & Charlie are two Londoners who spend their spare time exploring the world. Read about their visit to Marin County California!

Giro D'Italia: Wine Pairing Dinner at Piazza D'Angelo
Oct 15

Oct 15 Giro D'Italia: Wine Pairing Dinner at Piazza D'Angelo

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Travel to Italy during this food and wine pairing dinner at Piazza D’Angelo. Marin Hotels Guests receive a 10% discount!

Best Flat Hikes in Marin: The Bon Tempe Lake Loop
Oct 8

Oct 8 Best Flat Hikes in Marin: The Bon Tempe Lake Loop

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Easy Hikes, Hikes with a View, Hiking in Marin

Flat, easy, and rewarding are three of our favorite words when in comes to hiking in beautiful Marin County.

Autumn at Piazza D’Angelo: A special offer for our guests
Oct 1

Oct 1 Autumn at Piazza D’Angelo: A special offer for our guests

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Eating in Marin, Marin Restaurants, Marin Italian Restaurants

What goes better together than fall weather + a cozy Italian trattoria? Dine at Piazza D’Angelo for warm atmosphere and excellent food.

Shopping and Dining in Mill Valley: Hello Lumberyard!
Sep 24

Sep 24 Shopping and Dining in Mill Valley: Hello Lumberyard!

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Mill Valley, Shopping in Marin, Eating in Marin, Things To Do in Marin

Can an historic lumberyard be described as charming? This one can! Meet Mill Valley’s newest shopping and dining destination.

Relaxing In Marin County: In Praise of Doing Nothing
Sep 17

Sep 17 Relaxing In Marin County: In Praise of Doing Nothing

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Marin Hotels, Marin Boutique Hotels, Acqua Hotel, Mill Valley Inn, Waters Edge Hotel, Marin Date Ideas

Sometimes the best thing to do in Marin is just relax. When you’re staying at one of our Marin Hotels, you don’t need to leave the property!

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