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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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Best Flat Hikes in Marin: Incredible Mt. Tam Views along the Corte Madera Creek!
Oct 20

Oct 20 Best Flat Hikes in Marin: Incredible Mt. Tam Views along the Corte Madera Creek!

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A new Best Flat Hike in Marin! Read on for "how to’s” for this off-the-beaten path gem!

Discover The Best Birding Spots in Marin with JT Birds!
Oct 19

Oct 19 Discover The Best Birding Spots in Marin with JT Birds!

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Read on to learn how to join JT Birds to Explore Marin County’s Top Birding Destinations!

Rent an E-Bike in Sausalito: Discover the Best Trails & Attractions!
Oct 18

Oct 18 Rent an E-Bike in Sausalito: Discover the Best Trails & Attractions!

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Rent an e-bike from Vacation Bike Rentals in Sausalito for your best day in Marin on two wheels!

Marin County Adventures: Where Nature and Thrills Collide
Oct 17

Oct 17 Marin County Adventures: Where Nature and Thrills Collide

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Did someone say they were looking for an adventurous travel experience? Read on for 7 ideas for adventures in Marin County California!

Flat Hikes in Marin: The Top Trails For Easy Access and Stunning Views
Oct 16

Oct 16 Flat Hikes in Marin: The Top Trails For Easy Access and Stunning Views

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It’s the best time of year to get outside in Marin! Read on for the best places to take a low-effort wander around the county…

Discover Muir Woods: Your Ultimate Travel Guide to California's Coastal Redwoods
Oct 15

Oct 15 Discover Muir Woods: Your Ultimate Travel Guide to California's Coastal Redwoods

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Plan ahead for the best Muir Woods experience! Read on for the complete visitors guide to California’s iconic monument.

Best Flat Hikes in Marin: Loch Lomond Marina Park
May 12

May 12 Best Flat Hikes in Marin: Loch Lomond Marina Park

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Here we go, sharing for the first time one of our very favorite local hidden gem flat hikes in Marin County!

Marin Travel Guide: 5 Scenic Wildflower Walks in Marin County
Mar 11

Mar 11 Marin Travel Guide: 5 Scenic Wildflower Walks in Marin County

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The wildflowers are here! Lots of places in Marin County to see them, here are our top 5.

Best Flat Hikes in Marin: Tennessee Valley Trail
Feb 24

Feb 24 Best Flat Hikes in Marin: Tennessee Valley Trail

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Read on to learn about one of the best flat hikes in Marin — no elevation and no compromises on this trail that ends at the Pacific Ocean!

Experience a Marin County Redwood Forest
Oct 27

Oct 27 Experience a Marin County Redwood Forest

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Some of the tallest Redwoods in Marin can be found in this quiet, uncrowded forest with an easy loop hike

Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Marin County
Jul 14

Jul 14 Best Places to Watch the Sunset in Marin County

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Ending your summer day with watching the sunset is a must-do. Read on for our favorite spots to watch the sunset in Marin County!

Best Flat Hikes In Marin County Summer 2025!
Jun 2

Jun 2 Best Flat Hikes In Marin County Summer 2025!

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It’s the best time of year to get outside in Marin! Read on for the best places to take a low-effort wander around the county…

Challenging Hikes in Marin County: Doing The Dipsea
May 5

May 5 Challenging Hikes in Marin County: Doing The Dipsea

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Experience the beauty, pain, and sense of accomplishment by Doing the Dipsea. All of it or some of it, wow moments guaranteed.

Marin Travel Guide:  World Traveler Manu Espinoza's Marin Itinerary
Apr 23

Apr 23 Marin Travel Guide: World Traveler Manu Espinoza's Marin Itinerary

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A world traveler visits Marin County, and does it right! Read on for his Travel Guide…

Best Flat Hikes: Marina Green to Fort Mason in San Francisco
Mar 27

Mar 27 Best Flat Hikes: Marina Green to Fort Mason in San Francisco

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Read on the learn about a truly delightful flat walk in San Francisco, starting point only minutes from our Marin Hotels!

Tiburon Hiking Trails With the Best Views
Mar 27

Mar 27 Tiburon Hiking Trails With the Best Views

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A world-class hiking trail in Tiburon just got better! Read on to learn more about one of our favorite spots in Marin!

Marin County California is a Nature Lover's Escape
Mar 27

Mar 27 Marin County California is a Nature Lover's Escape

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You can do no better than disconnecting from the daily hustle and plugging in to Marin’s unspoiled nature.

Top of Mount Tamalpais: A Perfect Hike for Mill Valley Inn Guests!
Sep 10

Sep 10 Top of Mount Tamalpais: A Perfect Hike for Mill Valley Inn Guests!

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Read on to learn about one of our all time favorite walks with incredible Marin County views on Mt. Tamalpais.

Ring Mountain Preserve: A Must-Do Hike for Waters Edge Hotel Guests!
Sep 10

Sep 10 Ring Mountain Preserve: A Must-Do Hike for Waters Edge Hotel Guests!

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Step way back in time—165 million years back—to explore rare rocks and flowers on Ring Mountain above the town of Tiburon.

Tennessee Point Trail: A Coastal Hike For Acqua Hotel Guests!
Sep 10

Sep 10 Tennessee Point Trail: A Coastal Hike For Acqua Hotel Guests!

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An easy and super-rewarding hike with views of the wild coast of Marin, San Francisco, and the Pacific Ocean.

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