Name: Courtyard Novato Marin/Sonoma
Address: 1400 North Hamilton Parkway, Novato, California, United States of America, Novato, California, US
Price range: US$183–US$307 per night
Rating: 8.73

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Courtyard Novato Marin/Sonoma stands out for welcoming, helpful staff and a convenient location near shops and transport, making it an easy base for short stays, business trips, and exploring Marin and Sonoma.

Guests highlight a clean pool and an on-site bistro/lounge. Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet, though some mention worn or uneven mattresses and occasional mechanical or train noise. Cleanliness is widely praised, with a few maintenance or housekeeping lapses such as a clogged tub, a bit of shower mold, or a toilet not properly cleaned, and some reports of slow or early-morning breakfast service. Overall, expect a straightforward, comfortable stay with practical amenities.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Service

Location

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Facilities

Guests appreciate the pool, and several liked the on-site bistro/lounge for food and drinks.

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10

William

24 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff - convenient location - we took an overnight trip away from kids to go to Hopmunk for a birthday party to see Pride and Joy SF - 8 minute Lyft/Uber ride away - in addition to having onsite eats and drinks, it is adjacent to a Super Duper burger and Peets along with a supermarket

10

Myisha

30 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great amenities

10

Mirth

25 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Michael, the chef, was excellent. I had an omelet that was the best one I have ever had and I travel a lot and my favorite meal is breakfast. I had the Avocado Toast that was better than the one I make myself everyday. I would love the lemon ? dressing recipe. We probably won’t be back because we came from Texas and Oregon to visit our old family home for the last time. This hotel was a perfect place to stay. Easy on and off the freeway. Safeway close by and last but the most important the best beds.

10

Terese

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and clean, staff polite and helpful. Liked the automatic lite for entering the suite. Clean bed. Pool was nice and clean and pool towels avail. Will return again.

10

patrick

15 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service, food was excellent

10

Caroline

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed one night to get out of chilly summer San Francisco, and it was the perfect getaway. Not a gorgeous location but so easy, and with all the amenities and conveniences we needed—a lovely and very clean pool (with great hours—6AM-10PM—with towels poolside, a set of nice casual eateries in a shopping center next door, EV charging at the shopping center, a huge TV in the room and a very comfortable small couch for viewing/lounging, an outdoor fire pit surrounded by cozy chairs. They really did a beautiful job of taking t a fairly industrial piece of real estate and making it welcoming and very comfortable and well appointed. And the weather was 10 degrees warmer than SF!

8

Elizabeth J

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is an excellent choice if you are using the Marin Airporter as it is immediately across the street. Beyond that, it is well maintained, no free breakfast. No complaints.

10

Vanessa

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We stayed at this hotel for 4 nights to attend a family event. Lovely communal area for meeting up/dining/breakfasts. Small gym and pool that were both great. Spacious clean room. Great staff and service. Big Safeway, Mcdonalds and other cafes and restaurants nearby.

10

Martin

8 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at a different hotel every night and this was by far our favorite. Great friendly staff who paid attention to the details, the design of the room and lobby created ambiance wherever we went. We liked being able to easily walk to the Safeway for snacks. The bistro had delicious food.

10

sarah

1 Feb 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel has been nicely renovated and looks really nice. Room was very comfortable and quiet. Options for food and drinks great in lobby bar. Staff very friendly and helpful.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently praise very clean rooms and public areas. A few report issues such as a clogged tub, a bit of shower mold, or a toilet that wasn’t cleaned.

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Victoria

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bathtub was clogged was unable to use in the morning. Overall, it was a nice accommodation. The breakfast was good.

10

THOMAS

14 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was perfect! The hotel is clean, the room was immaculate, and the bed was very comfortable!

10

Rachel

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed here before. Always very clean, comfortable beds and friendly staff. Highly recommend!

8

John

14 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel staff was very welcoming and helpful. There was a little mold in and above the shower area. The refrigerator was very loud. We enjoyed our stay in a whole.

10

Janelle

29 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We have stayed at this property multiple times. The beds are comfortable, service is excellent and the room is clean.

10

THOMAS

15 Jan 2023

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The hotel is very clean and the room was immaculate. The bed was comfortable and looked good, overall. Everything about this stay was flawless!

10

Terese

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and clean, staff polite and helpful. Liked the automatic lite for entering the suite. Clean bed. Pool was nice and clean and pool towels avail. Will return again.

10

Becky I

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean!

10

Caroline

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed one night to get out of chilly summer San Francisco, and it was the perfect getaway. Not a gorgeous location but so easy, and with all the amenities and conveniences we needed—a lovely and very clean pool (with great hours—6AM-10PM—with towels poolside, a set of nice casual eateries in a shopping center next door, EV charging at the shopping center, a huge TV in the room and a very comfortable small couch for viewing/lounging, an outdoor fire pit surrounded by cozy chairs. They really did a beautiful job of taking t a fairly industrial piece of real estate and making it welcoming and very comfortable and well appointed. And the weather was 10 degrees warmer than SF!

10

Chris

30 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and quiet, with some described as spacious. Some guests noted worn or uneven mattresses and intermittent mechanical or train noise.

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10

sarah

16 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Always a great stay. Staff is great and rooms very comfortable.

6

Anay

24 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We liked that there was a shopping center in the vicinity. It is located in a nice area. In terms of the room we were a little disappointed that we didnt have a microwave, or mirror, and we had to request bath towels. Also, we could hear the train and neighbors. Overall the room was clean and the limited staff were friendly.

8

Diane

14 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a room with 2 beds. One bed was okay. The other was lumpy and very soft with a low spot in the middle. Well beyond its useful life.

8

Lindsey

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The double beds were very uncomfortable

8

sherry

20 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

1 night in june. Loved the balcony with view.

10

Shiyang

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall, this hotel is good for my trip. I recommend this place those who are looking for a spacious and comforable place for lodging.

10

Tracy

5 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and friendly staff. Didn't hear the people next to me. I did know that the smart train was near. If someone didn't know that, it could be noise disturbing. It's a pleasant stay. Close to store and restaurants and trails for a morning walk or run.

10

Vanessa

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We stayed at this hotel for 4 nights to attend a family event. Lovely communal area for meeting up/dining/breakfasts. Small gym and pool that were both great. Spacious clean room. Great staff and service. Big Safeway, Mcdonalds and other cafes and restaurants nearby.

10

sarah

1 Feb 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel has been nicely renovated and looks really nice. Room was very comfortable and quiet. Options for food and drinks great in lobby bar. Staff very friendly and helpful.

8

Sarah

3 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had turned off the air conditioner and fan, but the machine attached to the wall still made noise. I liked the room but not this noise.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, and early check-in was accommodated in some cases. A few guests reported slow breakfast service or an early start time not met, and one noted a late-night fire alarm.

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10

Mythili

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel. Friendly staff. Breakfast delivery was very slow. Our bathroom had toilet leaking (room 333)

10

Rachel

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed here before. Always very clean, comfortable beds and friendly staff. Highly recommend!

10

Serena

1 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I absolutely love this hotel..I stay there everytime I come to Novato, rooms are great, staff are amazing, just all around a great place to lay your head down

10

Terese

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and clean, staff polite and helpful. Liked the automatic lite for entering the suite. Clean bed. Pool was nice and clean and pool towels avail. Will return again.

8

Janelle

28 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff were all pleasant and helpful, even though they were working during Christmas. Kudos!

10

Jun

29 Jun 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very quiet and all staff are super friendly and efficient. I would recommend strongly to stay over there if you visit Novato, CA

10

Mike

7 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great experience and friendly staff

4

Robert

22 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was supposed to start at 6:30. This was important because I had a nearby meeting at 7:00, which is why I chose this hotel. Breakfast was NOT ready at 6:30, so I had to leave and go to a McDonalds. NOT HAPPY.

10

Evgenia

24 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved the location of the hotel. The staff were lovely and made us feel at home. They are great with kids 😊

10

Mary

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were able to check in early, and were able to get ready for our event,

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Location

Convenient for the Marin Airporter and freeway access, and next to a shopping center with basic eateries; a good base for Marin and Sonoma. Some note limited dining options within walking distance beyond the adjacent center, so a car helps.

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8

Hayden

15 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, friendly staff, close to food

10

Raj

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to Sonoma Raceway and is a good hotel for the price

10

Seth

15 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Mark at the Front desk was very helpful. Perfect location for our needs, will return to this property!

10

PRAMOD

13 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was a clean hotel. But, it is not close to restaurants and stores other than safeway

10

Julie

22 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy freeway access. Friendly staff, clean, safe.

8

Trevor

22 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and convenient. Good dining options, but you need a car to get anywhere besides McDonald's. Easy 30 minute drive to Sonoma and not too far from Muir Woods too.

10

Kathleen

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly service. Convenient location.

10

Tracy

5 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and friendly staff. Didn't hear the people next to me. I did know that the smart train was near. If someone didn't know that, it could be noise disturbing. It's a pleasant stay. Close to store and restaurants and trails for a morning walk or run.

10

Steven

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The perfect location to explore Marin County. It’s conveniently located and well priced. I would stay again.

8

Elizabeth J

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is an excellent choice if you are using the Marin Airporter as it is immediately across the street. Beyond that, it is well maintained, no free breakfast. No complaints.

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Dining

Breakfast and bistro offerings earn praise, with mentions of excellent omelets and tasty food. Some report slow breakfast service or that breakfast wasn’t ready at the early posted time.

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Jose

3 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Limited food choices, cleaning every other day had to get clean towels up front, fire alarm was set off at 1;00 am

6

Victoria

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bathtub was clogged was unable to use in the morning. Overall, it was a nice accommodation. The breakfast was good.

10

Mythili

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel. Friendly staff. Breakfast delivery was very slow. Our bathroom had toilet leaking (room 333)

10

Mirth

25 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Michael, the chef, was excellent. I had an omelet that was the best one I have ever had and I travel a lot and my favorite meal is breakfast. I had the Avocado Toast that was better than the one I make myself everyday. I would love the lemon ? dressing recipe. We probably won’t be back because we came from Texas and Oregon to visit our old family home for the last time. This hotel was a perfect place to stay. Easy on and off the freeway. Safeway close by and last but the most important the best beds.

10

Dragan

25 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Accommodated an early check-in. Offered complementary water bottles. The room had large windows; a well-functioning A/C /heater. Breakfast was amazing as well. One of my favorite stays.

10

patrick

15 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service, food was excellent

8

Elizabeth J

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It is an excellent choice if you are using the Marin Airporter as it is immediately across the street. Beyond that, it is well maintained, no free breakfast. No complaints.

10

Martin

8 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at a different hotel every night and this was by far our favorite. Great friendly staff who paid attention to the details, the design of the room and lobby created ambiance wherever we went. We liked being able to easily walk to the Safeway for snacks. The bistro had delicious food.

10

sarah

1 Feb 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel has been nicely renovated and looks really nice. Room was very comfortable and quiet. Options for food and drinks great in lobby bar. Staff very friendly and helpful.

4

Robert

22 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was supposed to start at 6:30. This was important because I had a nearby meeting at 7:00, which is why I chose this hotel. Breakfast was NOT ready at 6:30, so I had to leave and go to a McDonalds. NOT HAPPY.

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Month	Average price
January	US$146
February	US$155
March	US$160
April	US$164
May	US$206
June	US$229
July	US$223
August	US$192
September	US$188
October	US$183
November	US$166
December	US$146

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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13	14	15	16 $307	17 $208	18 $231	19 $247
20 $183	21 $203	22 $203	23 $203	24 $203	25 $223	26
27 $202	28 $203	29 $203	30 $203

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $203	2 $213	3 $224
4 $203	5 $203	6 $203	7 $203	8 $203	9 $294	10 $295
11 $203	12 $203	13 $203	14 $203	15 $203	16 $224	17 $223
18 $203	19 $203	20 $203	21 $203	22 $203	23 $223	24 $224
25 $203	26 $203	27 $203	28 $203	29 $203	30 $223	31 $223

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Room, 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Mobility Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Hearing Accessible)

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