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Marin Lodge

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Courtyard
Interior
Reception
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Marin County Civic Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(98 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Marin Lodge

This smoke-free hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Marin Lodge offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This San Rafael hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Marin Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Dominican University of California. Free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include coffee/tea in a common area
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 15 minutes on foot from Dominican University of California and a 2-minute drive from Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market
Marin Lodge offers its guests coffee/tea in common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Rafael hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Marin Lodge San Rafael
Marin Lodge
Colonial Hotel San Rafael
Colonial Motel San Rafael
Marin Lodge Hotel
Marin Lodge San Rafael
Marin Lodge Hotel San Rafael

Marin Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 817 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time staying at this centrally located, comfortable, clean place and will definitely book here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
liked the updated bathrooms
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
What an absolute gem! Nothing could have been better, including the service. We will always stay here as we enter/leave the Bay Area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jianjun, Sanger

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and up to date furnishings, Friendly staff. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Concord

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are courteous, the room is clean, bed is comfortable, and I like the amenities. The traffic nearby is a little loud and woke me up a couple of times. I was able to go back to sleep. Overall I like this hotel and I'll be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Friendly staff. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeshe Ma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Sweet Clean room with parking in front of room. I went to be alone and recover from a huge move and it was just what I needed
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best room we’ve had in a while, very quiet and the bed was very, very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Simple. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The one issue I would have is the limited parking!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean and quiet place to rest. I’ll be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, San Francisco

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little motel. Rooms comfortable. Trees/landscaping make it feel like it's in the woods, but it is just moments away from freeway and city center.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and surprisingly quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shervin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025