Name: Marinwood Inn & Suites
Address: 275 Alameda Del Prado, Novato, 94949, US

2/10

Poor

23 Jul 2026

Edi

Perhaps the only thing you like is the price but it’s not worth it. Better to find a decent place we just did not have a choice in that evening.
Convenient Parking

8/10

Excellent

21 Jul 2026

Donna

It was clean communication was not great to get a hold of them before we arrived but was better when we were there they were very accommodating. Rooms where in good shape they are working on remodeling stay was good

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2026

Kevin

The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. There were many areas where items from the walls were removed but not refinished. It worked fine for an overnight traveler.

Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Jul 2026

David

They have 7 am breakfast good parking some rooms had garages

Self

8/10

Excellent

16 Jul 2026

Sammy

We just stayed overnight and we felt very comfortable in this hotel.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jul 2026

James

In general the room was clean. Did need some minor repairs. However the carpet was filthy in the usual high traffic areas. Would not recommend to walk around in your bare feet.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2026

Trinity

My stay was very comfortable! The area was quiet and peaceful. Would definitely stay here again!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2026

Jose

Had a great stay! Very clean, quiet and safe.

Family

2/10

Poor

05 Jul 2026

Kimberly

I would give negative stars if I could. Horrible hotel room, mold in the shower and bathroom wall, peeking wallpaper and paint. The worst is that we booked a kitchen suite so that we wouldn't have to eat out every night - BUT the kitchen comes without any pots, pans, plates, utensils!! The pillows are tiny and filled with cut up foam, not even a standard size pillow. The continental Breakfast was very basic: cereal, milk, prepackaged waffles, muffins and bagels. Not sure how long ago the coffee machine was cleaned, pretty sure I got sick from it. Looks like they're in the process of remodeling and we got an \"old\" room, but that kitchen situation is unacceptable. Definitely reporting this to hotel commission for California.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Emmanuel

Easy to check in, ample parking, great room with all amenities and superb -one of the best - breakfast room

Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2026

susan

Place was nice. Kitchen was not good. Only small refrigerator not full size and there was nothing in the kitchen. No dishes silver ware pots. Couldn't use anything. Room was nice beds comfortable.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

30 Jun 2026

Teresa

Liked that there was specific parking for each unit. Floor needed a good scrub. No restaurant. Breakfast was average and had no protein or fruit choices. Coffee machine was nice. Front desk needs friendly service lessons. Breakfast room not ADA compliant. Upcharge for ADA room.
Would i stay here again? Nope, not for the price.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Stephen

The location was great for me

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2026

Jeff

Staff are awesome quite clean room I was leaving early to airport and I left my Key fob spare in my room the staff secured it left at front desk so thanks for protecting my property I will definitely stay at this hotel again...

Self

8/10

Excellent

29 Jun 2026

Teri

The kitchenette was a nice feature, with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker with complimentary coffee provided. The bathroom was a comfortable size, and the shower had consistently warm water. The television offered a good variety of channels, and the complimentary breakfast was an added perk.

There were a few areas that could use some attention. The carpet in the bedroom area could benefit from more frequent cleaning, and the electrical outlet next to the bed was loose and barely held a plug in place. I notified the front desk about the outlet issue. Some touch-up painting in the bathroom and kitchenette would also help improve the overall appearance.

Having to walk to the back of the property and up a set of steps to reach the room wasn't ideal, but it was manageable. Overall, for the area, the room was fairly priced and offered good value for the cost.

Self

2/10

Poor

28 Jun 2026

Estefany

The blankets were not clean.

4/10

Poor

28 Jun 2026

Sabine

The frontdesk staff was not very friendly; grumpy and unwelcoming. In the middle of my weeklong stay the service staff mistakenly claimed that I have to check-out now, which was incorrect. Outside my window was construction ongoing, not nice. I had to ask again and again for refills for the small shampoo vials. The hairdryer was broken.

Self

2/10

Poor

27 Jun 2026

Dawn

I hated staying here, couldn’t wait to leave. It’s disgusting. The room was filthy and run down. The carpet was so dirty that the soles of our feet were black after walking across it. Bed and pillows very uncomfortable. There was a musty odor. Air conditioner didn’t work, couldn’t get TV to work. Check in was very unwelcoming.

I am not a fancy hotel person and usually quite happy with a budget option. Not true here- I will never stay here again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2026

William

Feet got dirty from the older carpet and dirt residue that was worked into it. Lumpy pillows. Even though we had a kitchen, there were no pots, pans, dishes, silverware. Not even a towels if you used the sink

Family

2/10

Poor

26 Jun 2026

Catherine

The room was disgusting. The floor was very sticky and felt like it had never been mopped. There was a large chuck of the wall missing by the shower. Beds are rock hard and very old lumpy pillows.
The only positive to this hotel is he was willing to refund me the second night, unfortunately we had to return after 9am to receive the refund. He wouldn't do it the night prior when I asked for a refund because I was leaving.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

19 Jun 2026

Allison

I had to stay here for a work event, short 2 night stay that my company booked because the regular hotel they use was full. Check in was awkward with barely 5 words spoken from the front desk (manager?)

I was then directed to my room which, once I entered, is when my opinion of the location was solidly formed. The room had peeling and chipped paint everywhere, the bathroom door looked like someone had tried to kick it in at one point, and there was a large daddy-long-legs hanging right in the entryway as a clear sign that even though housekeeping was present, they were doing bare minimum.

Even though I didn't stay long, I wouldn't recommend anyone going back. I warned my company not to use this location again for employee travel or hosting clients/vendors.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jun 2026

Christina T

Would not book here again. Needed a place to stay with a few days notice. Our room had an odd smell and I had to buy an air freshener spray.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2026

Michelle

Clean, basic room. All needs were met.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Dylan

Loved my stay!!!!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2026

Steve

Carpet s need replacing

Self

4/10

Poor

13 Jun 2026

David

When setting up the reservation, I requested a room with handicapped accommodation. Fifteen steps straight up to a second floor room isn't what I had in mind, and I don't think it would quite qualify as ADA-compliant.

It was too late after a long drive to ‘pass’ and find another hotel, so with a hip and shoulder replacement in full play, I dragged a 30-pound suitcase one painful step at a time up to a room that was like a funky sauna - at *least* 90 degrees - requiring that I wrench open every available window, block the room door open with a trash can, throw modesty, privacy, and safety aside, and wait for an hour while an old, loud air conditioner struggled to bring the temperature down.

The following morning, I was able to negotiate a recently-unoccupied ground floor room, which while cleaner and with vinyl flooring, was still not fitted out with grab bars in the bathroom. The cleaning staff were helpful in getting my suitcase down from the second floor (I simply couldn't have done it myself). The second office staff person was far more helpful and understanding.

Expedia should definitely remove any reference to handicapped accommodations from this listing!

Self

6/10

Pleasant

06 Jun 2026

Katina

The stay was just ok. The price was reasonable being it’s an older motel with no elevator access. So, if one has heavy luggage like I did, be prepared to do lifting and cardio unless staff is kind enough to give you a room with minimal steps to climb. I wasn’t so lucky. The room was clean. Check-in was okay. The room served its purpose for the 1 night.

Self

2/10

Poor

03 Jun 2026

keith

Room was dirty. Carpet, walls, furniture were gross. Would never stay there again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Bernard

I like that I was able to park right in front of my room. The location was perfect and just what I needed for my stay.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

Bernard

I like the location and also the location of my room with parking right out front. It worked out perfect.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

jia

还可以，除了早点每天一样。

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2026

Tinlay

Parking under each room below under shade. No floor above & decent breakfast. There is no swimming pool or jacuzzi in this hotel.

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2026

Celine

Really clean nice , good price

2/10

Poor

22 May 2026

Jeff

We had reservations and could not make them. We did not cancel. Management would not give us a receipt, saying we were no-shows in order to use for travel insurance reimbursement. Management was unwilling to be helpful.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2026

Martin

Great hotel at a very good price. Would stay again any time!

Friends_and_family Friends

4/10

Poor

16 May 2026

Jason

Would highly recommend the hotel owner to do some remodeling, at least in my room which was pretty rough. Bad lighting, dingy carpet and furniture, AC didn’t work, and the staff was far from hospitable.

Self

8/10

Excellent

14 May 2026

Kristin

The room was clean and so was the property. The front desk was extremely friendly and helpful. We did appreciate the private parking spot. The room was extremely basic -AC unit didn’t work great, but fortunately it was a cool night. Definitely dated and could use some updating. Worked well for a quick overnight stay- can’t beat the price

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 May 2026

Anthony

Nice clean property with everything you need to enjoy your stay
It’s close to the freeway but surprisingly quite
Will stay there again

Partner

4/10

Poor

10 May 2026

Linda

Yuck!! filthy carpet and hair on left in the tub. I got what I paid for.

Self

8/10

Excellent

10 May 2026

Marguerite Ann

No breakfast. Parking good

Pet

2/10

Poor

10 May 2026

Joyce

The bed was comfy, but the room was not very clean. There was a car alarm going off for nearly an hour in the middle of the night. The TV wasn't connected to the cable. The sink was pretty, but not comfortable.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

07 May 2026

Nana

The rooms definitely need to be updated. There was paint peeling off of the bathroom walls and things that were ripped. For a last-minute reservation it was fine though I was able to cook food and it was quiet. It was also very spacious which I appreciated. Need better coffee in breakfast room, and in the rooms.

Self

4/10

Poor

02 May 2026

Jazmin

Overnight staff was rude and not helpful at all. Just one man. Other employees where nice.
We were denied extra towels and pillows very rudely.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

02 May 2026

William

Everything was good. Liked the fact that there was assigned parking and in my case the parking was right under the room so my car was protected and close.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2026

Elias

Kkkk

Self

4/10

Poor

27 Apr 2026

betsey

The big problem was checkin staff, they insisted I was not in the computer despite my copy of my confirmation number, my Real ID drivers license etc. They were impatient and incompetent, particularly in dealing with the names and paper work, and were not pleasant about it. To my shock we were basically raising our voices at each other and I was MOST uncomfortable about this.I finally did convince them of my identity, but it was a very poor experience in a very mediocre and minimal facility.
Our room was definitely not as pictured nor the room we were shown in the ad that we would have.
I was there 2 nights.
The first night there was some sort of very loud intermittent equipment or engine noise right under our window, we were on the second floor, I cannot imagine what it was, sounded like generators or the like.second nite was quiet.
I did not expect a fancy room for the price etc. and the bathroom was clean and obviously recently redone, that was a plus, but otherwise the entire thing was pretty poor, but particularly the rather dreadful check-in. I have to say the two guys really didn't understand the process and told me numerously times that i should have called them directly and not used Expedia of a computer to book.
I would NOT recommend this motel for the experience of the checkin staff particularly, otherwise, it was adequate for a no-frills one night accommodation, even though I have family in the area I would not consider this motel again. sorry to have to say.

Partner

2/10

Poor

21 Apr 2026

xingye

Lying on the sofa while communicating with a client—speaking in a manner that was extremely rude and abrasive.

Self

8/10

Excellent

12 Apr 2026

Siva

Parking spots in front of each room. Didn't find any issues with parking.
Free continental breakfast is quite sparse compared to some other motels but reasonably priced rooms.

Self

8/10

Excellent

12 Apr 2026

James

The room was nice and clean. The carpet could use cleaning/replace. The air conditioner worked ok but a bit loud at night. Easy parking. Even though it is close to the freeway, you could not hear it in the room.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

11 Apr 2026

Kim

Check in took awhile because nobody was in office for at least 15 minutes.

Partner

4/10

Poor

30 Mar 2026

Emmanuel

Room felt dirty

8/10

Excellent

24 Mar 2026

Howard

Solid little spot with good sized rooms and very good beds. Breakfast is simple, cereals and toasts, bagels but great coffee machine with excellent coffees -- lattes, cappuchinos etc. Quiet and motel style parking near room. Not too far from good restaurants and 25 minutes to Sonoma or SF if just regular traffic

4/10

Poor

16 Mar 2026

Melanie

Not worth the price. Period. The front desk guy was sleeping when I arrived then seemed bothered by me being there. Didn’t speak to me other than for my ID and I would have asked for an upgrade since I needed a freezer but it wasn’t an option. The room, I had to take a video…paint peeling off multiple walls, stained shower wall, grout missing from the tub, cobwebs around the window, the lumpiest pillows (all of them) I’ve ever experienced. I’ve been a property inspector for a ski resort and this wouldn’t pass as guest ready.

Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Mar 2026

Mike

a lovely property with great day staff,comfortable beds and a fair price.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2026

Jorge

It’s the perfect spot if you’re visiting Sonoma raceway. Will definitely stay there again

6/10

Pleasant

01 Mar 2026

christine

I guess you get what you pay for! The bed was comfortable. The room was old with many flaws( did not feel clean). The breakfast did not exist. The coffee machine did not work and the food!!!

Not sure how other travelers gave 10/10? I feel Expedia let me down😢

8/10

Excellent

24 Feb 2026

gabriel

Clean, convenient

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Feb 2026

Patricia

The room was clean and comfortable. Would stay here afain

4/10

Poor

08 Feb 2026

John

Room was clean, but old and not well maintained . Pillows were like rocks .The breakfast had no coffee or tea, consisted of some dry cereal or a bagged stale bagel.Gentleman that checked us in was grumpy and not very helpful .

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

31 Jan 2026

Teri

The rooms have nice touches of elegance -- terrazzo steps outside, beautiful basins, and pretty moulding. I particularly appreciate the roomy fridge and microwave. Although the freeway is close, its noise is not intrusive.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jan 2026

Margarita

Convenient parking. I had my own garage below my room. Big room. Clean

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Hemalatha

good

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jan 2026

Lori

The front desk staff are so nice and welcoming. The rooms are modest, clean, and fresh. The price is fantastic.

4/10

Poor

15 Jan 2026

Emma

The door did not lock and everything was super run down

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

06 Jan 2026

Pam

The room: lumpy, small pillows, worn carpet, desk chair with upholstery peeling off, dresser and chairs with paint rubbed off on the edges. The carpet was so dirty that my feet were black after walking barefoot on it for a vety short amount of time. Dish Network only (limited options). Breakfast very limited. Coffee dispenser doesn't dispense all the drink options. Front desk doesn't answer the phone. Staff brusque and primarily uncommunicative. It is quiet, but only because of low vacancy. I could hear coughing through the walks.

8/10

Excellent

03 Jan 2026

Patrick

Great check in staff and overall value

2/10

Poor

31 Dec 2025

Richard

Coffee. Pretty much nothing else. One morning…one plane bagel in plastic wrap. Oh and a jar full of raisin brand. Only opened at 7am (start time) one time during my stay. Otherwise at least 30 minutes past open time. Ask front desk about breakfast issues…told it wasn’t their responsibility. Someone else takes care of it.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

27 Dec 2025

Liz

Odd behavior from some staff members. Cigarette on my balcony for days. Updated room was nice however someone left nylons in my room and woman was wondering why I would feel uneasy in corner room near street. Wanted to upgrade it found it challenging to see a king with a kitchen. Although they made me wait hours to see a room I felt unwelcome to ask for upgrade. The single king with shower is a decent room but needs curtains. One day no breakfast available at 9 am.. they need to train older man to be more customer service friendly
Convenient bus stop near by . Pillows are uncomfortable but shower was nice. Dish network tv

Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Dec 2025

Tom

Great experience all around. Especially appreciated the Management. Bobby and his wife made it feel like home. Wonderful people

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

10 Dec 2025

Keesha

The rooms was d

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2025

Jean-Paul

Affordable room with just enough to be comfortable

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2025

Thakur

Rooms are clean. Loved the ambience.

8/10

Excellent

29 Nov 2025

Gene

Nice room. Desk chair was tacky needing to be replaced long ago.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

25 Nov 2025

Kelly

Room dirty, scuffed furniture,

2/10

Poor

23 Nov 2025

Ken

Filthy and utterly disgusting. The only reason to stay here would be if you were homeless and it was pouring rain. And I’m still not sure it would be better. I did not stay! I paid in advance for two nights but after seeing the rooms said I could not sleep there! Owner refused to give a refund and only got one after a long drawn out ordeal with Expedia. I am telling you I have ever seen such a dump!

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

17 Nov 2025

Charles

Clean room and easy access to freeway and restaurants. Bed and room was comfortable, breakfast was good. Only complaint was that some one came by and started cleaning window screens and area outside my room, which woke me up. Otherwise no complaints, would stay here again.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

06 Nov 2025

Tammy

Staff was very courteous, but I was disappointed with the condition of the room - bathroom had places where the paint had been damaged. Room was not as nice as the one we had stayed in before. Just seems like attention to the room condition from usage was not addressed, now.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2025

Hemalatha

amenities, cleanliness

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

04 Nov 2025

Saul

Great staff

Business Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Oct 2025

Nicholas

Parking was good. Breakfast did not open at 7am. Tried opening the door but the door was still locked.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2025

Rosa

Good

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2025

Terina

Easy to find and they give rooms for bigger than expected and a very clean

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2025

Daniel

Stop by ever year and is always wonderful

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2025

Lauren

I like Marinwood Inn. It is fairly quiet, even though it's near the 101 highway. The meandering quality of the buildings feels kind of homey. The staff is great, too.

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2025

John

AC unit was user friendly and easy to adjust… Parking was ample

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2025

Chris

Overall a convenient, affordable and comfortable stay. While other aspects of the room appeared clean I do recommend that the carpets in my room need cleaning.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2025

Irma

Boo and me

The parking aspect was great! I appreciate the condo like setup. All the amenities were there. Didn’t need for anything. Bottles of water in the room would have been a great touch but just my preference. Would definitely stay again

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Sep 2025

Marieanne

Housekeeping staff were great and everyone was friendly. Place could use updating. My only real complaint is that the bed was not very comfortable and the pillows were awful. The breakfast was okay but the coffee was great! Very reasonably priced. All things considered, I was happy with my stay.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2025

Nikki

Nice area. Clean room affordable

8/10

Excellent

19 Sep 2025

Debera

This was a very unique place. The only two issues was the air conditioning didn't very well and the pillows were horrible. Very hard/lumpy

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

12 Sep 2025

Jérémy

Not including rude and impolite

Business Self

2/10

Poor

10 Sep 2025

Charles

Owner turned away service, due to late arrival

2/10

Poor

09 Sep 2025

Robert

No AC for the stay. VERY hot. Uncomfortable to sleep at.

6/10

Pleasant

02 Sep 2025

Sean

The manager wasn't particularly helpful, and breakfast consisted of stale or expired food, with the coffee machine not even working. And the tap water in the rooms was dirty.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2025

Son

Super quaint property. A little rough in the interior, needs some touching up. AC needs a little tlc.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2025

Hemalatha

good

6/10

Pleasant

31 Aug 2025

Rosemary

I was greeted by a friendly gentleman and really liked that my room included a garage to park in. The room was very clean except for the very worn and stained carpet. The bed was okay although the pillows were very lumpy. I do give Housekeeping 5-Stars.

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

30 Aug 2025

Andrea

A/C did not work in the room, staff was not willing to bring a fan

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

26 Aug 2025

Lori

The front desk was nice and helpful. The King bed room I had was a fine place to sleep. It was clean but very basic. The refrigerator was very nice and cool. There was a microwave that was clean and worked. The front desk was very nice and helpful. The breakfast room was clean and food was very basic but stocked.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2025

Valentina

Large room, friendly people