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Marin Lodge

2.0 star property

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Exterior
A person standing at a reception desk with a television mounted on the wall above, a thermostat, and a computer monitor to the right.
Interior
Courtyard
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 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
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Marin County Civic Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(120 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

  • Smoking not allowed

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. 834 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1013 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel clean friendly staff will stay again if I am in the area
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fantastic staff. Room was great. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant and helpful owner at front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice simple clean property, small town with lots of restaurants close by, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet and clean place!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and the staff was very friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was terrific. I will definitely stay there for all future visits to the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judythe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable; staff responsive; appreciated how quiet it was during the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay when I visit this area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff. The place was extremely clean and well taken care of, it’s just a older smaller lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check in, spacious clean room, comfortable bed, quiet, great value for the area. Lots of good dining options nearby. Highly recommend, will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff and very welcoming. Homie vibe and comfortable. The place is so clean and things you need are all there. Highly recommended. I would come back to this place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the front staff were helpful and courteous. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay. Room super clean and comfortable! Staff very friendly and welcoming. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a quaint and tidy "motel" style facility (since each room has an entry to the outside). Super quiet (even though is not far off the 101), and there's a great Italian restaurant not far (about 1 mile). I will definitely be back if I'm visiting in Marin county, and highly recommend it to anyone. Seemed very safe as well (lots of residential all around).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay that is centrally located, but very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danyela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a sweet find. Great little place to stay with a super friendly staff. We will be back again. Thank you for making our stay so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, comfortable bed, nice simple room, and quiet enough to sleep well. The staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

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
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and comfy bed. And very close to my work which is important
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026