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Welcome to our blog. We're Marin Hotels, a collection of boutique hotels in Marin County California. Perched Bayside or nestled amongst the Redwoods, guests at our hotels immerse in Marin's famous natural environment at each of our properties.

Join us as we share our adventures, insights, and insider tips about this special place. We hope you find some inspiration for a wonderful visit to the county and of course we hope to see you at one of our hotels.

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Ring Mountain Preserve: A Must-Do Hike for Waters Edge Hotel Guests!

Sep 10

Sep 10 Ring Mountain Preserve: A Must-Do Hike for Waters Edge Hotel Guests!

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Step way back in time—165 million years back—to explore rare rocks and flowers on Ring Mountain above the town of Tiburon.

Let's Go To Stinson Beach in Marin County California!

Jul 8

Jul 8 Let's Go To Stinson Beach in Marin County California!

Exploring Marin, Marin Beaches, Marin Towns, Stinson Beach, Things To Do in Marin

Stinson Beach is surrounded by coastal cliffs and the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, a perfect spot to spend a summer day!

Marin County October Full Moon Hike

Oct 2

Oct 2 Marin County October Full Moon Hike

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The Hunter Moon is coming, just in time for Spooky Season! Read on to learn about a full moon hike in Marin…

Marin County Travel Guide: Cruise, Kayak, Sail, Surf, SUP

Aug 9

Aug 9 Marin County Travel Guide: Cruise, Kayak, Sail, Surf, SUP

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Let’s get out on the water in Marin County! Read on to learn how to cruise, kayak, surf, sail and more on the waters of Marin.

Visit California State Parks in Marin County

Jun 16

Jun 16 Visit California State Parks in Marin County

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California State Parks week is a great reminder of our abundance of State Parks in Marin County, read on to learn more about how to get out there and immerse!

Marin County Sunset Cruise

Jun 6

Jun 6 Marin County Sunset Cruise

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Book passage on a San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise, now departing from Tiburon each Saturday and Sunday!

Marin County Waterfall Hike: Staff Pick!

Apr 26

Apr 26 Marin County Waterfall Hike: Staff Pick!

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Marin County’s waterfalls are naturally spectacular this year. Read on for information about one of our favorite Waterfall Hikes through the Redwoods.

Marin Wildflower Hike: Tiburon Superbloom!

Apr 21

Apr 21 Marin Wildflower Hike: Tiburon Superbloom!

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Ready for some WOW views of the San Francisco Bay framed a spray of hillside wildflowers? Read on to learn where…

Rock On: The Rare Rocks and Petroglyphs of Tiburon

Nov 3

Nov 3 Rock On: The Rare Rocks and Petroglyphs of Tiburon

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Step way back in time—165 million years back—to explore rare rocks and flowers on Ring Mountain above the town of Tiburon.

Marin County Must-Do: Drakes Beach in West Marin

Sep 19

Sep 19 Marin County Must-Do: Drakes Beach in West Marin

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One of the most spectacuiar beaches in Marin County is also one of the least crowded. Read on to learn more about this gem!

Here are the Best Places for a Beach Picnic In Marin County!

Sep 19

Sep 19 Here are the Best Places for a Beach Picnic In Marin County!

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Summertime means picnic time in Marin. Read on for Marin Magazine’s 8 recommendations for a beach picnic.

Attention Animal Lovers: There's Wildlife in Marin!

Jun 8

Jun 8 Attention Animal Lovers: There's Wildlife in Marin!

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Look up, down, and all around to see the wildlife of Marin County! The sky, forests, ocean, creeks, and hills are teaming with our animal friends.

Best Flat Hikes in Marin County, All in One Place

Jan 12

Jan 12 Best Flat Hikes in Marin County, All in One Place

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All in one place — our Best Flat Hikes in Marin County (so far!). Read on for our Top 12 “no elevation“ hikes, walks, and strolls.

Meet Your New Angel Island State Park Hiking Buddy

Oct 1

Oct 1 Meet Your New Angel Island State Park Hiking Buddy

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On Angel Island you’ll never hike alone, thanks to a new app developed by Angel Island Conservancy’s director. Let’s Go!

On Two Wheels Travel Guide: Biking In Marin County California

Jul 12

Jul 12 On Two Wheels Travel Guide: Biking In Marin County California

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Marin County is the home of Mountain Biking, and there are plenty of leisurely rides too. Read on for how to plan a spin around the county.

Best Flat Hikes in Marin County, All in One Place

Jun 23

Jun 23 Best Flat Hikes in Marin County, All in One Place

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All in one place — our Best Flat Hikes in Marin County (so far!). Read on for our Top 12 “no elevation“ hikes, walks, and strolls.

Marin County: National Park Lover's Paradise

Jun 23

Jun 23 Marin County: National Park Lover's Paradise

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One of the reason Marin is saturated with nature beauty? The gems of the National Park system are right here in Marin.