Acqua Hotel
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About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in th...
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 49 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
With a stay at Acqua Hotel in Mill Valley, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and Muir Woods National Monument. This hotel is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Golden Gate Bridge and 10.8 mi (17.5 km) from Golden Gate Park.
What's nearby
Sweetwater Music Hall(2.6 miles)
Mount Tamalpais State Park(4.3 miles)
San Francisco Bay(4.5 miles)
Muir Woods National Monument(6.5 miles)
Mission San Rafael Arcangel(7.1 miles)
Dominican University of California(7.2 miles)
Crissy Field(7.6 miles)
Presidio of San Francisco(7.8 miles)
Marin Headlands(7.8 miles)
Palace of Fine Arts(8.4 miles)
Walt Disney Family Museum(8.6 miles)
Rodeo Beach(8.6 miles)
Chestnut Street(8.7 miles)
Marina Green(8.8 miles)
Marin County Civic Center(8.8 miles)
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)(24.7 miles)
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)(35.4 miles)
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field)(37.2 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Location
555 Redwood Highway, Mill Valley, California, United States of America
Sweetwater Music Hall (2.6 miles)
Mount Tamalpais State Park (4.3 miles)
San Francisco Bay (4.5 miles)
Muir Woods National Monument (6.5 miles)
Mission San Rafael Arcangel (7.1 miles)
Dominican University of California (7.2 miles)
Room options
4
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
5
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Chaise Bed)
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 3
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Acqua Hotel
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 831 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
19%
Couple
41%
Family
25%
Group
8%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews of Acqua Hotel, guests consistently praise the friendly service, generous complimentary breakfast, and relaxing waterfront setting, while noting spacious rooms with views and convenient access to San Francisco, Sausalito, and Muir Woods.
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What guests think
Across reviews of Acqua Hotel, guests consistently praise the friendly service, generous complimentary breakfast, and relaxing waterfront setting, while noting spacious rooms with views and convenient access to San Francisco, Sausalito, and Muir Woods.
Many appreciate extras like evening wine and cheese, warm cookies, free parking, and loaner bikes. The bayside setting is beside Highway 101, and several reviews report traffic or footstep noise and limited walkable dining. A few guests mention dated fixtures, maintenance or cleanliness issues, booking mix-ups, and value concerns; overall feedback still skews positive. Expect a comfortable, scenic base with standout inclusions and some potential noise.
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Facilities
Popular perks include nightly wine and cheese, evening cookies, free parking, and loaner bikes; lounges and a glasshouse/patio overlook the water. Several reviews note there is no gym or hot tub, and there is no on site restaurant or bar.
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Lisa
Dec 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff!! Ended up in an upgraded room that was a 2 room suite. Large and comfortable. This hotel is next to a very busy hwy. but the layout does mitigate the noise mostly. The bed was very comfortable. Large bathroom with a tub and shower. Great water pressure in the shower! They offer a couple EV chargers for hotel guest's use...free. they have bikes available. Offer a free breakfast buffet, cookies, evening wine and cheese, and keep coffee going all day.
Great staff!! Ended up in an upgraded room that was a 2 room suite. Large and comfortable. This hotel is next to a very busy hwy. but the layout does mitigate the noise mostly. The bed was very comfortable. Large bathroom with a tub and shower. Great water pressure in the shower! They offer a couple EV chargers for hotel guest's use...free. they have bikes available. Offer a free breakfast buffet, cookies, evening wine and cheese, and keep coffee going all day.
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Allison
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was amazing, rooms were clean/nice and loved the little balconies. The view/sitting area out the back was nice as well. No restaurant or bar on property made it hard and the area wasnt one we wanted to go venture out.
Staff was amazing, rooms were clean/nice and loved the little balconies. The view/sitting area out the back was nice as well. No restaurant or bar on property made it hard and the area wasnt one we wanted to go venture out.
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Damaris
Sep 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
My stay at Acqua Hotel is always so pleasant… I come here about once a month on recurring business. I loved the views from my room, the soaking tub & salts are always an enjoyable amenity, the breakfast buffet is delicious, and the staff is very courteous. Isaac was especially kind and attentive. I’m still missing the gym as an important commodity, I hope they find a new contract soon. Thank you!
My stay at Acqua Hotel is always so pleasant… I come here about once a month on recurring business. I loved the views from my room, the soaking tub & salts are always an enjoyable amenity, the breakfast buffet is delicious, and the staff is very courteous. Isaac was especially kind and attentive. I’m still missing the gym as an important commodity, I hope they find a new contract soon. Thank you!
10
Madhuri
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Awesome boutique hotel close to SFO! Has pleasant views of the water. A little noisy due to the freeway but overall convenient. Good breakfast options. Glasshouse with firepit and the evening wine/cheese pairing was a nice touch. Has free bikes for a ride down the bike path. Staff were helpful and made us feel welcome. Definitely recommend!
Awesome boutique hotel close to SFO! Has pleasant views of the water. A little noisy due to the freeway but overall convenient. Good breakfast options. Glasshouse with firepit and the evening wine/cheese pairing was a nice touch. Has free bikes for a ride down the bike path. Staff were helpful and made us feel welcome. Definitely recommend!
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Mike
Mar 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
On the freeway. No gym or hot tub
On the freeway. No gym or hot tub
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Amanda
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff, great wine choices for a complimentary happy hour in the evening, warm cookies when we returned from dinner, convenient 24 hour tea and coffee area, amazing free breakfast with a view…. And on and on. We stayed here and spent our time in Sausalito and then went on to San Francisco- the location of this hotel was very convenient. I would definitely stay here again.
Very friendly staff, great wine choices for a complimentary happy hour in the evening, warm cookies when we returned from dinner, convenient 24 hour tea and coffee area, amazing free breakfast with a view…. And on and on. We stayed here and spent our time in Sausalito and then went on to San Francisco- the location of this hotel was very convenient. I would definitely stay here again.
10
Robbianne
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, pleasant setting even though you are right on a main road. Free full buffet breakfast everyday and wine and cheese reception each night are great benefits.
Good location, pleasant setting even though you are right on a main road. Free full buffet breakfast everyday and wine and cheese reception each night are great benefits.
10
Ari
Jun 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great rooms, great views, great staff, great perks, marred slightly by the location right next to the 101 freeway and in an office park. Lots of noise when sitting outside, ok in rooms, and nowhere to walk to. But, if you can get past that, which is significant, you get modern rooms, all with a view of the bay, free breakfast (which is seriously good), free bike rentals, free wine and cheese in the evening, free cookies at night, friendly service, and the Bay. No view of SF, but nice mountain view. Will be boggy depending on tide, but waterfowl didn't care. Nice bike/walking path around, just nowhere you can actually walk to under a few miles, i.e., no restaurants, bars, etc. But again, other than that and the freeway noise, this place is top notch.
Great rooms, great views, great staff, great perks, marred slightly by the location right next to the 101 freeway and in an office park. Lots of noise when sitting outside, ok in rooms, and nowhere to walk to. But, if you can get past that, which is significant, you get modern rooms, all with a view of the bay, free breakfast (which is seriously good), free bike rentals, free wine and cheese in the evening, free cookies at night, friendly service, and the Bay. No view of SF, but nice mountain view. Will be boggy depending on tide, but waterfowl didn't care. Nice bike/walking path around, just nowhere you can actually walk to under a few miles, i.e., no restaurants, bars, etc. But again, other than that and the freeway noise, this place is top notch.
10
Damaris
Sep 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This has been my favorite room so far… and I’ve stayed at Acqua several times, I’ve been returning about once a month to see clients in the Marin area and I simply love the convenient location, amenities, water views from the balcony, soaking tub, and overall service. Isaac was extremely helpful. The only thing I wish for is a new contract to be made with a local gym - that’s the only thing missing! Everything else is exceptional. Thank you :-)
This has been my favorite room so far… and I’ve stayed at Acqua several times, I’ve been returning about once a month to see clients in the Marin area and I simply love the convenient location, amenities, water views from the balcony, soaking tub, and overall service. Isaac was extremely helpful. The only thing I wish for is a new contract to be made with a local gym - that’s the only thing missing! Everything else is exceptional. Thank you :-)
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Julie
Sep 21, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed here for our anniversary and the staff had left us a bottle of champagne in our room for us! We thought that was a very nice surprise. We stayed in the junior king suite. It was a ground floor unit with a patio to sit and view the bay. We used the fire pits on the second floor screened in sunroom. It was great for the cool nights. They offer wine, cheese and fruit every evening along with fresh baked cookies. This hotel seems to have been recently updated, they thought of everything down to providing cotton swabs and cotton balls in the bathroom. Staff was very friendly. Full breakfast every morning was very good. We loved the location as it was easy to get to Napa Valley, Sausalito and San Francisco. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area.
We stayed here for our anniversary and the staff had left us a bottle of champagne in our room for us! We thought that was a very nice surprise. We stayed in the junior king suite. It was a ground floor unit with a patio to sit and view the bay. We used the fire pits on the second floor screened in sunroom. It was great for the cool nights. They offer wine, cheese and fruit every evening along with fresh baked cookies. This hotel seems to have been recently updated, they thought of everything down to providing cotton swabs and cotton balls in the bathroom. Staff was very friendly. Full breakfast every morning was very good. We loved the location as it was easy to get to Napa Valley, Sausalito and San Francisco. We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area.
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Cleanliness
Reviews largely describe Acqua Hotel as very clean, with tidy rooms and well-kept shared spaces. Isolated complaints cite odors, a dirty bathroom, or even bed bugs.
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Debra
Apr 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is one of my favorite hotels! The staff if just the best. Margee the front desk clerk couldn’t be sweeter. She’s so helpful and just amazing! From 5pm-7pm in the lobby they serve wine (during our stay there were 9 varieties), 3-4 types of cheese, a nice selection of crackers, sweet grapes and strawberries. There’s sofas & comfy chairs around a huge fireplace and waterfall feature to enjoy yo refreshments at. At around 7:30 they bring out freshly baked warm cookies. The breakfast they serve every morning is absolutely delicious! Everything you can think of. They even have a barista to make specialty coffee drinks and it’s included!! Lots of the rooms have balconies that overlook the beautiful lake out back. In your room you have a mini fridge which comes in very handy. We had a king suite and it was wonderful. The sofa made out into another bed. The bathroom was huge. It hade a large soaking tub and a separate shower with a rain type shower head. There was a tiny mixup with our room which was really not that big of a fdeal and we didn’t mind at all but because the staff are so amazing, they sent up a bottle of champagne and a box of chocolate. The room was immaculate, the bed was so comfortable and even the sofa was comfortable to sit on. They even had 2 cozy robes there for us to use. I give Aqua a 10 out of 10. It’s the nicest hotel we’ve ever stayed in. We’ve stayed here twice and we will be back again soon!!!!!
This is one of my favorite hotels! The staff if just the best. Margee the front desk clerk couldn’t be sweeter. She’s so helpful and just amazing! From 5pm-7pm in the lobby they serve wine (during our stay there were 9 varieties), 3-4 types of cheese, a nice selection of crackers, sweet grapes and strawberries. There’s sofas & comfy chairs around a huge fireplace and waterfall feature to enjoy yo refreshments at. At around 7:30 they bring out freshly baked warm cookies. The breakfast they serve every morning is absolutely delicious! Everything you can think of. They even have a barista to make specialty coffee drinks and it’s included!! Lots of the rooms have balconies that overlook the beautiful lake out back. In your room you have a mini fridge which comes in very handy. We had a king suite and it was wonderful. The sofa made out into another bed. The bathroom was huge. It hade a large soaking tub and a separate shower with a rain type shower head. There was a tiny mixup with our room which was really not that big of a fdeal and we didn’t mind at all but because the staff are so amazing, they sent up a bottle of champagne and a box of chocolate. The room was immaculate, the bed was so comfortable and even the sofa was comfortable to sit on. They even had 2 cozy robes there for us to use. I give Aqua a 10 out of 10. It’s the nicest hotel we’ve ever stayed in. We’ve stayed here twice and we will be back again soon!!!!!
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Kathleen
Feb 27, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Front desk staff was friendly and helpful. We had a double queen room overlooking the Richardson Bay estuary, it was a beautiful view, the room was immaculately clean, beds were comfortable and dressed with beautiful bedding. There was early evening cheese and wine, followed by fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, and a wonderful buffet breakfast in the morning. Would stay at the Acqua again.
Front desk staff was friendly and helpful. We had a double queen room overlooking the Richardson Bay estuary, it was a beautiful view, the room was immaculately clean, beds were comfortable and dressed with beautiful bedding. There was early evening cheese and wine, followed by fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, and a wonderful buffet breakfast in the morning. Would stay at the Acqua again.
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Sara
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean. Hard working, friendly staff who seemed committed to our having a wonderful time! Room was clean and beds were comfortable. Shared spaces were lovely. Breakfast was wonderful. Shower head was low and the room had an odd smell, but we were able to open the sliding glass doors and air it out. We stayed here during our visit to Muir Woods and San Francisco. Wonderfully located for both! We would stay again.
Very clean. Hard working, friendly staff who seemed committed to our having a wonderful time! Room was clean and beds were comfortable. Shared spaces were lovely. Breakfast was wonderful. Shower head was low and the room had an odd smell, but we were able to open the sliding glass doors and air it out. We stayed here during our visit to Muir Woods and San Francisco. Wonderfully located for both! We would stay again.
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Michael
Jan 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean, neat and modern. Great breakfast. Beautiful setting nice people.
Clean, neat and modern. Great breakfast. Beautiful setting nice people.
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Heather
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Bed bugs.. weird smells. Bathroom wasn’t clean.
Bed bugs.. weird smells. Bathroom wasn’t clean.
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Jennifer
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean. Attentive staff. Good breakfast. Nice to have wine and cookies in the evening.
Very clean. Attentive staff. Good breakfast. Nice to have wine and cookies in the evening.
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Bethany
Jun 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful hotel. Great breakfast included. Comfortable and clean.
Beautiful hotel. Great breakfast included. Comfortable and clean.
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morihiro
Jan 3, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
clean room, enough space, good service
clean room, enough space, good service
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Dina
Dec 4, 2022
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Stayed 19,328 nights
The room was clean and had lovely and convenient amenities. The breakfast that was included was both delicious and had a great variety, staff was informative and friendly and the location and convenience to Sausalito was beautiful. I would definitely come back here and highly recommend it.
The room was clean and had lovely and convenient amenities. The breakfast that was included was both delicious and had a great variety, staff was informative and friendly and the location and convenience to Sausalito was beautiful. I would definitely come back here and highly recommend it.
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bernest
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
room was clean, area was quiet, area felt safe. pillows could be upgraded, other then that great stay!
room was clean, area was quiet, area felt safe. pillows could be upgraded, other then that great stay!
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Rooms
Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, many with balconies or patios overlooking the bay. Several guests report noise from the nearby highway or thin walls/overhead footsteps, and a few note dated elements, temperature issues, or the lack of an in room safe.
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Lisa
Dec 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff!! Ended up in an upgraded room that was a 2 room suite. Large and comfortable. This hotel is next to a very busy hwy. but the layout does mitigate the noise mostly. The bed was very comfortable. Large bathroom with a tub and shower. Great water pressure in the shower! They offer a couple EV chargers for hotel guest's use...free. they have bikes available. Offer a free breakfast buffet, cookies, evening wine and cheese, and keep coffee going all day.
Great staff!! Ended up in an upgraded room that was a 2 room suite. Large and comfortable. This hotel is next to a very busy hwy. but the layout does mitigate the noise mostly. The bed was very comfortable. Large bathroom with a tub and shower. Great water pressure in the shower! They offer a couple EV chargers for hotel guest's use...free. they have bikes available. Offer a free breakfast buffet, cookies, evening wine and cheese, and keep coffee going all day.
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Scarlett
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel with a very spacious room with everything we needed. Great breakfast included too! Only downside was that the hotel is right next to the highway which can be heard from your room if you a light sleeper.
Lovely hotel with a very spacious room with everything we needed. Great breakfast included too! Only downside was that the hotel is right next to the highway which can be heard from your room if you a light sleeper.
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Jennifer
Oct 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was given room 101 and the door faces a busy road and parking lot. It was too noisy to sleep. The room had a moldy smell and the ac did not work properly. The manager said they were fully booked so no upgrades available. He gave me a $40 credit. I did not stay overnight and left at 10pm. I will not stay here again.
I was given room 101 and the door faces a busy road and parking lot. It was too noisy to sleep. The room had a moldy smell and the ac did not work properly. The manager said they were fully booked so no upgrades available. He gave me a $40 credit. I did not stay overnight and left at 10pm. I will not stay here again.
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Jill
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was spacious and clean. Too much traffic noise.
Room was spacious and clean. Too much traffic noise.
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Sean
Feb 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great beds pillows and outlook, breakfast is very good too but the rooms need updating, the bathroom vanities faucet and mirrors are all really tired. The lighting isn’t great and for $300 plus it needs to be more up to date I’d stay there again but they really need to refresh the place
Great beds pillows and outlook, breakfast is very good too but the rooms need updating, the bathroom vanities faucet and mirrors are all really tired. The lighting isn’t great and for $300 plus it needs to be more up to date I’d stay there again but they really need to refresh the place
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Karen
Jun 18, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is in a great location on the water, clean, bright and spacious rooms. The views are stunning. The breakfast is excellent offering hot & cold options with a coffee bar for lattes, etc. They offer free wine & cheese and cookies everyday. The front desk staff were so very nice too. The one downside was not having a safe in the room especially when you’re on the frat floor with sliding glass doors. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.
The hotel is in a great location on the water, clean, bright and spacious rooms. The views are stunning. The breakfast is excellent offering hot & cold options with a coffee bar for lattes, etc. They offer free wine & cheese and cookies everyday. The front desk staff were so very nice too. The one downside was not having a safe in the room especially when you’re on the frat floor with sliding glass doors. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.
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Kay
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The hotel is lovely. I have stayed there many times, always on the second floor. This time my room was on the first floor, and the noise from above and in the hallway outside the room was terrible. I will ask for a second floor room for future stays.
The hotel is lovely. I have stayed there many times, always on the second floor. This time my room was on the first floor, and the noise from above and in the hallway outside the room was terrible. I will ask for a second floor room for future stays.
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Masako
Feb 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything was wonderful except heating unit in the room. It never got warm.
Everything was wonderful except heating unit in the room. It never got warm.
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Barbara
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a fabulous stay! The front desk staff were so friendly and incredibly kind to our little Boston Terrier — giving her toys, treats, and TLC. Our room had a terrace that looked out onto a peaceful body of water, like we were a world away from the bustle of things. High ceilings, a comfy bed, and a stylish bathroom were some of the highlights we enjoyed in our room. Not to mention an abundant continental breakfast each morning. We would love to stay here again!
We had a fabulous stay! The front desk staff were so friendly and incredibly kind to our little Boston Terrier — giving her toys, treats, and TLC. Our room had a terrace that looked out onto a peaceful body of water, like we were a world away from the bustle of things. High ceilings, a comfy bed, and a stylish bathroom were some of the highlights we enjoyed in our room. Not to mention an abundant continental breakfast each morning. We would love to stay here again!
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Lisa
Aug 19, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very good breakfast buffet and really liked the amenities. Our room was on the ground floor and we could hear people walking in the room above us which was a little annoying.
Very good breakfast buffet and really liked the amenities. Our room was on the ground floor and we could hear people walking in the room above us which was a little annoying.
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Service
Service is widely praised as warm, attentive and proactive, with thoughtful touches and occasional upgrades. A few guests mention booking errors or an unhelpful interaction at the desk.
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Walter
Jan 17, 2023
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Stayed 19,373 nights
The hotel property sits on a sliver of waterfront right next to the 101. Its pretty but "tight". When we checked in, there was an issue with the room which was quickly rectified and we were given another room. No questions asked.
The hotel property sits on a sliver of waterfront right next to the 101. Its pretty but "tight". When we checked in, there was an issue with the room which was quickly rectified and we were given another room. No questions asked.
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Nancy
Aug 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful service, very comfortable and spacious rooms, great location, right on the water. Truly a great find.
Wonderful service, very comfortable and spacious rooms, great location, right on the water. Truly a great find.
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Luis
Jun 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room we booked was really poor quality. It was a delux queen, we’ve stayed a number of times in a junior suite so assumed it would be a smaller version of that. It was very dated, dark, the ‘partial view’ was blocked by a tree. Patio had a large concrete wall making it feel claustrophobic. Needed to be updated considerably. My husband went to desk to ask for help, they upgraded us which was great, nice room. However when we came back after dinner the man at the desk was quite nasty with us, saying we shouldn’t expect to be upgraded, next time book the room we want. Really inappropriate for a hospitality person to speak like that. Certainly ruined our evening. We have enjoyed the hotel in the past but will skip it going forward.
The room we booked was really poor quality. It was a delux queen, we’ve stayed a number of times in a junior suite so assumed it would be a smaller version of that. It was very dated, dark, the ‘partial view’ was blocked by a tree. Patio had a large concrete wall making it feel claustrophobic. Needed to be updated considerably. My husband went to desk to ask for help, they upgraded us which was great, nice room. However when we came back after dinner the man at the desk was quite nasty with us, saying we shouldn’t expect to be upgraded, next time book the room we want. Really inappropriate for a hospitality person to speak like that. Certainly ruined our evening. We have enjoyed the hotel in the past but will skip it going forward.
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Matthew
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
they really do and provide all the little extras that make the stay perfect, friendly staff, wine and cheese reception, great location, very nice rooms, and a very nice breakfast. in all a great place to stay
they really do and provide all the little extras that make the stay perfect, friendly staff, wine and cheese reception, great location, very nice rooms, and a very nice breakfast. in all a great place to stay
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Jasmin
Feb 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff is amazing! Nice, quick to assist and the property is beautiful. Will be staying here again.
Staff is amazing! Nice, quick to assist and the property is beautiful. Will be staying here again.
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Daxin
Mar 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jonathan at front desk is exceptionally good; Very helpful and efficient . Room is nice and clean. Nice place for family and friends to get together
Jonathan at front desk is exceptionally good; Very helpful and efficient . Room is nice and clean. Nice place for family and friends to get together
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David
Jun 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything about Acqua was superb. A great breakfast (included), Happy Hour, cookies at night, staff, the property itself. We would happily return if we visit again in the future. Noteworthy were staff members, Genevieve, Phron, and Randy. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
Everything about Acqua was superb. A great breakfast (included), Happy Hour, cookies at night, staff, the property itself. We would happily return if we visit again in the future. Noteworthy were staff members, Genevieve, Phron, and Randy. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
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Jeff
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What I didn't like was the booking errors. What I entered into Expedia wasn't what the Hotel showed in their records.
What I didn't like was the booking errors. What I entered into Expedia wasn't what the Hotel showed in their records.
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Daniel
Nov 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was very helpful and nice. Views are great. Brunch is delicious. Very relaxing vibe all around.
Staff was very helpful and nice. Views are great. Brunch is delicious. Very relaxing vibe all around.
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Melissa
Dec 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Aqua is an awesome place to stay. We had just gotten married. They put a bottle of champagne in our room with chocolates. It was super special.
The Aqua is an awesome place to stay. We had just gotten married. They put a bottle of champagne in our room with chocolates. It was super special.
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Location
Scenic waterfront setting in Mill Valley with convenient access to San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito and Muir Woods. It sits beside Highway 101, so some report traffic noise, tricky driving access, and limited walkable dining, though a shoreline path helps.
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Kay
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location!
Great location!
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Roger
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Staff and facilities were excellent. Very good breakfast choices but some variation in hot foods offered would be appreciated. Main problem we had was that location of hotel next to highway makes it complicated to drive to and from other locations in Mill Valley.
Staff and facilities were excellent. Very good breakfast choices but some variation in hot foods offered would be appreciated. Main problem we had was that location of hotel next to highway makes it complicated to drive to and from other locations in Mill Valley.
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leslie
Apr 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We have stayed several times a year at the Acqua ever since it opened. My husband and I both love the amazing interior design, And the location on Richardson Bay. Most rooms have a beautiful water view. Terrific service and easy parking. The breakfast bar is quite good. Great access to the nature in Marin and San Francisco.
We have stayed several times a year at the Acqua ever since it opened. My husband and I both love the amazing interior design, And the location on Richardson Bay. Most rooms have a beautiful water view. Terrific service and easy parking. The breakfast bar is quite good. Great access to the nature in Marin and San Francisco.
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Ambra
May 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, we couldn’t hear the freeway next to us. The room was amazing, large bathroom with a tub, nice view of the water. We missed the wine reception by a half hour but they gave us a glass of wine anyway, and a cookie. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast was good. Nice restaurants within walking distance along a nice path next to the water. Everyone at the hotel was friendly and helpful. Parking was good too.
Great location, we couldn’t hear the freeway next to us. The room was amazing, large bathroom with a tub, nice view of the water. We missed the wine reception by a half hour but they gave us a glass of wine anyway, and a cookie. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast was good. Nice restaurants within walking distance along a nice path next to the water. Everyone at the hotel was friendly and helpful. Parking was good too.
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Madhuri
Jun 6, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Awesome boutique hotel close to SFO! Has pleasant views of the water. A little noisy due to the freeway but overall convenient. Good breakfast options. Glasshouse with firepit and the evening wine/cheese pairing was a nice touch. Has free bikes for a ride down the bike path. Staff were helpful and made us feel welcome. Definitely recommend!
Awesome boutique hotel close to SFO! Has pleasant views of the water. A little noisy due to the freeway but overall convenient. Good breakfast options. Glasshouse with firepit and the evening wine/cheese pairing was a nice touch. Has free bikes for a ride down the bike path. Staff were helpful and made us feel welcome. Definitely recommend!
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martina
Apr 19, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
So close to the Golden Gate Bridge if going to San Francisco. Close to the highway if going North (Napa, Sonoma etc). Quiet and with a great peaceful view. Super friendly personnel. Would definitely go back.
So close to the Golden Gate Bridge if going to San Francisco. Close to the highway if going North (Napa, Sonoma etc). Quiet and with a great peaceful view. Super friendly personnel. Would definitely go back.
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Ari
Jun 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great rooms, great views, great staff, great perks, marred slightly by the location right next to the 101 freeway and in an office park. Lots of noise when sitting outside, ok in rooms, and nowhere to walk to. But, if you can get past that, which is significant, you get modern rooms, all with a view of the bay, free breakfast (which is seriously good), free bike rentals, free wine and cheese in the evening, free cookies at night, friendly service, and the Bay. No view of SF, but nice mountain view. Will be boggy depending on tide, but waterfowl didn't care. Nice bike/walking path around, just nowhere you can actually walk to under a few miles, i.e., no restaurants, bars, etc. But again, other than that and the freeway noise, this place is top notch.
Great rooms, great views, great staff, great perks, marred slightly by the location right next to the 101 freeway and in an office park. Lots of noise when sitting outside, ok in rooms, and nowhere to walk to. But, if you can get past that, which is significant, you get modern rooms, all with a view of the bay, free breakfast (which is seriously good), free bike rentals, free wine and cheese in the evening, free cookies at night, friendly service, and the Bay. No view of SF, but nice mountain view. Will be boggy depending on tide, but waterfowl didn't care. Nice bike/walking path around, just nowhere you can actually walk to under a few miles, i.e., no restaurants, bars, etc. But again, other than that and the freeway noise, this place is top notch.
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Ashley
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a beautiful spot for a weekend am get away. The staff were so friendly. The area is wonderful and there is a walking path that allows you to take a scenic walks to some great dining locations. Also highly recommend Hook Fish Co. Which is also accessible via the walking path. We will definitely stay here again.
This was a beautiful spot for a weekend am get away. The staff were so friendly. The area is wonderful and there is a walking path that allows you to take a scenic walks to some great dining locations. Also highly recommend Hook Fish Co. Which is also accessible via the walking path. We will definitely stay here again.
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Anne
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Our family had a great experience at the Acqua Hotel! An ideal location in Marin. Complimentary breakfast & parking. The hotel runs along side of the highway, but we couldn't hear the traffic at all in our rooms. I believe all rooms overlook Richardson Bay. Extremely courteous staff!
Our family had a great experience at the Acqua Hotel! An ideal location in Marin. Complimentary breakfast & parking. The hotel runs along side of the highway, but we couldn't hear the traffic at all in our rooms. I believe all rooms overlook Richardson Bay. Extremely courteous staff!
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Alexander
Sep 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It's a pretty good hotel. The close proximity to the Muir Woods and SF was very convenient for our family trip. However, it felt a bit short of my expectations. There were some minor issues and even with the free breakfast and parking, I didn't find it a good value based on the amount we paid.
It's a pretty good hotel. The close proximity to the Muir Woods and SF was very convenient for our family trip. However, it felt a bit short of my expectations. There were some minor issues and even with the free breakfast and parking, I didn't find it a good value based on the amount we paid.
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Dining
Breakfast is a standout—frequently praised for quality, variety, and espresso drinks. The nightly wine and cheese reception and warm cookies are widely appreciated, though a few guests wanted more variety or rated breakfast only average.
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Melanie
Jan 24, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The breakfast has plenty of options to please anyone. The wine and cheese night was delighful.
The breakfast has plenty of options to please anyone. The wine and cheese night was delighful.
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Vanessa
Jan 7, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It was wayyyyyy overpriced for the condition it was in. Bathroom extremely dated, the mirror was broken on the corner edges. The complementary breakfast was terrible. The pillows were also terible and uncomfortable. I honestly wish I would've chose somewhere else to stay.
It was wayyyyyy overpriced for the condition it was in. Bathroom extremely dated, the mirror was broken on the corner edges. The complementary breakfast was terrible. The pillows were also terible and uncomfortable. I honestly wish I would've chose somewhere else to stay.
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Amanda
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff, great wine choices for a complimentary happy hour in the evening, warm cookies when we returned from dinner, convenient 24 hour tea and coffee area, amazing free breakfast with a view…. And on and on. We stayed here and spent our time in Sausalito and then went on to San Francisco- the location of this hotel was very convenient. I would definitely stay here again.
Very friendly staff, great wine choices for a complimentary happy hour in the evening, warm cookies when we returned from dinner, convenient 24 hour tea and coffee area, amazing free breakfast with a view…. And on and on. We stayed here and spent our time in Sausalito and then went on to San Francisco- the location of this hotel was very convenient. I would definitely stay here again.
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Robbianne
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, pleasant setting even though you are right on a main road. Free full buffet breakfast everyday and wine and cheese reception each night are great benefits.
Good location, pleasant setting even though you are right on a main road. Free full buffet breakfast everyday and wine and cheese reception each night are great benefits.
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KYLE
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Decent location with great service and nice clean rooms. Breakfast was just OK, but the hors d’oeuvres our was very nice.
Decent location with great service and nice clean rooms. Breakfast was just OK, but the hors d’oeuvres our was very nice.
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Kittie
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was extremely helpful with all of my questions about things to see in the city. I ended up extending my reservation an extra day. The wine cheese and cookies are a nice touch and breakfast is amazing with even a barista.
The staff was extremely helpful with all of my questions about things to see in the city. I ended up extending my reservation an extra day. The wine cheese and cookies are a nice touch and breakfast is amazing with even a barista.
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Ari
Jun 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great rooms, great views, great staff, great perks, marred slightly by the location right next to the 101 freeway and in an office park. Lots of noise when sitting outside, ok in rooms, and nowhere to walk to. But, if you can get past that, which is significant, you get modern rooms, all with a view of the bay, free breakfast (which is seriously good), free bike rentals, free wine and cheese in the evening, free cookies at night, friendly service, and the Bay. No view of SF, but nice mountain view. Will be boggy depending on tide, but waterfowl didn't care. Nice bike/walking path around, just nowhere you can actually walk to under a few miles, i.e., no restaurants, bars, etc. But again, other than that and the freeway noise, this place is top notch.
Great rooms, great views, great staff, great perks, marred slightly by the location right next to the 101 freeway and in an office park. Lots of noise when sitting outside, ok in rooms, and nowhere to walk to. But, if you can get past that, which is significant, you get modern rooms, all with a view of the bay, free breakfast (which is seriously good), free bike rentals, free wine and cheese in the evening, free cookies at night, friendly service, and the Bay. No view of SF, but nice mountain view. Will be boggy depending on tide, but waterfowl didn't care. Nice bike/walking path around, just nowhere you can actually walk to under a few miles, i.e., no restaurants, bars, etc. But again, other than that and the freeway noise, this place is top notch.
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Sarah
Jun 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful gluten free breakfast options and made to order espresso drinks. They have free wine and cheese too! (I am food oriented, and I appreciate the thoughtfulness of the presentation).
Wonderful gluten free breakfast options and made to order espresso drinks. They have free wine and cheese too! (I am food oriented, and I appreciate the thoughtfulness of the presentation).
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Erik
May 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The breakfast buffet is awesome. The staff is helpful. The views out the rooms with balconies are awesome. We have stayed here a couple of times and will definitely be back. The rooms are starting to show a bit of wear (desk unit chipped and faded) but rooms are still very nice.
The breakfast buffet is awesome. The staff is helpful. The views out the rooms with balconies are awesome. We have stayed here a couple of times and will definitely be back. The rooms are starting to show a bit of wear (desk unit chipped and faded) but rooms are still very nice.
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Joan K
Dec 28, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Included in the rate is the absolute best self-serve buffet breakfast I've ever had. They have hot items like bacon, Mango chicken sausage, scrambled eggs, oatmeal (veggie frittata is delicious) and cold items, fresh whole and sliced fruits, muffins, bagels, juices, coffee and tea. My room was comfortable, quiet, looked out to the bay and Mount Tamalpais and there's a nice shoreline walk (I am convinced I saw a sea otter). On Christmas Eve I found a 4-piece box of chocolate at my door--so sweet. Thank you!
Included in the rate is the absolute best self-serve buffet breakfast I've ever had. They have hot items like bacon, Mango chicken sausage, scrambled eggs, oatmeal (veggie frittata is delicious) and cold items, fresh whole and sliced fruits, muffins, bagels, juices, coffee and tea. My room was comfortable, quiet, looked out to the bay and Mount Tamalpais and there's a nice shoreline walk (I am convinced I saw a sea otter). On Christmas Eve I found a 4-piece box of chocolate at my door--so sweet. Thank you!
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Sherry
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and comfortable! Great breakfast. Enjoyed the happy hour.
Clean and comfortable! Great breakfast. Enjoyed the happy hour.
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Michael
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
It was all very good breakfast was good the room was very clean parking was excellent as well.
It was all very good breakfast was good the room was very clean parking was excellent as well.
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amanda
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location for a quick overnight near Mill Valley. Clean and well maintained. Breakfast was excellent.
Convenient location for a quick overnight near Mill Valley. Clean and well maintained. Breakfast was excellent.
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Marie
Sep 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Thank you for your hospitality
Thank you for your hospitality
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Siv
Sep 6, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful quiet hotel. The staff was very helpful and
Beautiful quiet hotel. The staff was very helpful and
FAQs about Acqua Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but parking is limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of USD 35 per pet per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 16:00 and check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. Additional accessibility features may be available upon request.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located within a 15-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge, approximately 10.1 miles from Lombard Street and 10.8 miles from Golden Gate Park.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.
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An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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