housing  Choices: 

Past participants have had great luck with local temporary rentals:
​ from VRBO, Air BnB, and a favorite this year: https://tropicalerentals.staydirectly.com/listing?a=24849905 
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LOCAL HOTELS:

HILTON-EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL, San rafael

Located next to Marin Civic Center and pond designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. less than 3 miles from campus.  We have a set of Rooms and Suites reserved at a special rate starting at $229 a night.
  • Rooms and suites feature in room microwave, refrigerator, coffemaker and work desk.
  • Indoor pool and workout room
  • Pet-friendly rooms available
  • Happy hour and compimentary breakfast included.
  • Onsite resturant: Grille 101 offers fresh Californian cuisine and classic American dishes, using locally-sourced ingredients.
​​FIND MORE BOOKING INFO   HERE 

Corte Madera Inn

Best Western Hotel
7 miles directly down the freeway from campus. It showcases a beautiful courtyard, swimming pool, and access to nearby malls.
  • Rooms and suites feature 37” LCD TV’s, in-room refrigerators, and free wifi.
  • Complimentary hot breakfast buffet and complimentary shuttle service to and from
​the Larkspur-San Francisco Ferry.
  • Activity areas such as pool,  putting green or shuffleboard, ping pong, or basketball areas.
​BOOKING INFO HERE 
A limited number have been set aside for $189 a night. Special rates end JUNE 7th
Please specify that you're with Marin By the Bay when reserving a room. 

Marriot AC HOTEL,San Rafael

Just one mile from campus. And walking to 4th Street- the downtown area of resturants and stores.
Every element of an AC hotel is infused with the European soul and Spanish roots that embody our philosophy.
  • Minimalist-style guest rooms with deluxe bedding.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi and HDTVs with streaming capabilities & mini-fridges 
  • Start your mornings sunny side up with European inspired fare at AC Kitchen
  • Cocktails and tapas available at AC Bar & Lounge in the evenings.
  • Walking distance to downtown resturants & stores.
FIND MORE BOOKING INFO HERE
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FOUR POINTS SHERAToN HOTEL,
​SAN RAFAEL

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Located less than 3 miles from campus. 
Newly refurbished, this hotel sits atop a hill centrally located in Marin.  It offers resturants, bar and outdoor pool. 
Across the street from Northgate malls for access to groceries, stores, casual resturants, and a local ice cream parlor.
Starting at $263 a night
more information. HERE
​Please note: Transportation is not provided from the hotels to the university/APSI sight.

LIMITED ON CAMPUS HOUSING

PINNAFORT dORMS

  • Double: Private bedroom with shared bathroom for 4 nights = $600 
On campus housing is available in campus dormatories of Dominican University.
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NOTE that Dinner and Breakfast are NOT included with dorm stay.  Many local restaurants and stores are 1/2- 1 mile walk or drive from campus.
Booking begins in January -MUST be BOOKED BY June 21st

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