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Mill Valley Inn

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Downtown access, redwood-calm retreat

In the heart of downtown Mill Valley, this inn keeps things calm with a secluded feel among redwood trees. Days start with a complimentary Continental breakfast buffet in the Sun Terrace Lounge, with waffles, bagels and lox, pastries, and made-to-order espresso drinks. Between outings, the all-day coffee and tea service makes the outdoor deck an easy place to linger.

  • Dining close, easy, and Italian

    Piazza D’Angelo sits one block away, with trattoria fare and in-room dining.

  • Bike-ready basecamp

    Complimentary Trek Mountain Bikes make it simple to explore Mill Valley and beyond.

  • Day trip to Muir Woods

    The famous redwoods of Muir Woods are just 3.2 miles away.
$331 nightly
The total price is $371
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • Complimentary evening wine and cheese reception
  • Cozy lounge and deck for lingering
  • Private, en-suite massage arrangements available
  • Scenic arched bridge over the creek
  • Creek House rooms with wrap-around veranda seating
  • Main Building French doors to balconies
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A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of greenery through a door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, a balcony with a view of trees, a fireplace, and a television.

1 Queen Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a glass door.

Balcony King

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a four-poster bed, a television, a cabinet, and a chair.

Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a chair, and a balcony with curtains.

Double Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk, and a chair.

Sofa King

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
165 Throckmorton Ave, Mill Valley, CA, 94941

What's nearby

  • Throckmorton Theater - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lytton Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sweetwater Music Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Mill Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dipsea Trailhead - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 44 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 48 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 55 min drive
  • Richmond Transit Center - 21 min drive
  • 22nd Street Station - 25 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Equator Coffees - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mixt - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Muir Woods Trading Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Le Marais Bakery - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Mill Valley Inn

  • When you stay at Mill Valley Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Muir Woods National Monument and San Francisco Bay. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
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Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free covered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Weekly housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (may vary based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 80

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
A pet fee of USD 80 applies per pet for the first night along with USD 25 per pet for each additional night. Fees are subject to change without notice.

Also known as

Mill Valley Hotel
Mill Valley Inn Hotel
Mill Valley Inn Mill Valley
Mill Valley Inn Hotel Mill Valley

Frequently asked questions

Does Mill Valley Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mill Valley Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Mill Valley Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Mill Valley Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mill Valley Inn?

You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Mill Valley Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (25-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Mill Valley Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain climbing. Enjoy amenities like a garden and access to a nearby health club.

Does Mill Valley Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Mill Valley Inn like?

Mill Valley Inn is in Downtown Mill Valley, a short 3-minute walk from Sweetwater Music Hall.

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Reviews

Mill Valley Inn Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently delicious with a wide variety of options including waffles, fresh fruit, quiche, and more. (30 reviews)
  • Free parking was a greatly appreciated amenity at this property. (7 reviews)
  • The property's breakfast was delicious and the evening wine reception was a great perk. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great - food m, free parking, great service, spacious room! Loved our stay
pia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spot! Easy walk to many shops and restaurants. Comfortable and spacious rooms, really delicious breakfast included. Helpful staff, free parking. Highly recommend.
amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice location. You can explore Mill Valley easily. The wine and cheese evening get together is a nice touch. Breakfast is superb. Easy access to Muir Woods. Don’t forget to make parking and park reservations
Jack, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, beauty, terrific rooms, great staff -- everything about this hotel is wonderful.
Joseph, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The breakfast was delicious. Walkable to shops and restaurants. Afternoon wine and cheese was a great perk!
Tara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay. Friendly and welcoming staff with clean comfortable quiet rooms.
Jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant , clean accommodations. Easy walk to restaurants and shops Helpful staff.
Beverly, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff at check in was so kind and helpful, and we so enjoyed the cheese nights and breakfast every day. Can’t wait to come back!
Rachel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful and friendly. The room was very clean and the breakfast was the best!
Colette Hatsumi, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, classic, and perfectly central to town and hiking trails. Lovely breakfast and generously sized rooms.
Madeline, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay with fun entertainment near by and great food to boot.
Alex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was beautiful and clean. The location was perfect. But the best part was the man who worked at the front desk. He was outstanding! He was so friendly and helpful.
Kathryn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I loved everything about this hotel. It's right in town, you can walk to the Dipsea Trail. There's a fabulous breakfast spread (though they could use more vegan options) and there's also a wine evening event most nights.
Devorah, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Byron, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient location, beautiful park area right outside the doors on one side and shopping on the other side.
Patricia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location in heart of town. Quality breakfast foods and wine/cheese. All staff helpful and unpretentious.
Andrew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the breakfast and wine tasting
Jackie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful park nearby! Everything in town was walkable and the hotel was so clean. The bed was comfortable and the breakfast was delicious! I would definitely recommend staying there.
Diane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at the Mill Valley Inn on Sept 5 and 6 was memorable. A beautiful room in an ideal downtown location with great service and outstanding weather made it a wondeful short getaway.
Fred, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location. Great amenities. Friendly service. Beautiful, clean room. Thank you!
Mariah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Inn with delightful happy hour and delicious breakfast. Convenient to great hiking trails as well as shopping and dining
Tricia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay. Amazing location. Close to all hiking and trees 🌳
Marina, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent location. The staff was especially helpful.
Danielle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We liked the trees.
Janet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best place to stay in Mill Valley!

Will be back! Super comfortable stay, great breakfast spread, everyone who worked there was wonderful and helpful. Could not be in a better location - right downtown but quiet by the creek!
Kristen, 1-night trip