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Marin Lodge

2.0 star property

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

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
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 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

Hotel in San Rafael with free parking
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 helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • 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.

Property is also known as

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Marin Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 820 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1007 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shervin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet rooms at a great price. Friendly service. Treats like a free soda and breakfast pastries.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grateful!

Very helpful in anything we needed & great decorating! Loved the space of the room & bathroom & everything in working order! Grateful that you fly the USA flag!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

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

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octavio

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was ready friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat, Gualala

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

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet Quaint and Cute
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Few things didn't work

The room heater didn't work. The remote for the ceiling fan didn't work. Rm 106
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and convenient. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Concord

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, very easy parking, and quite enough
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, convenient and reasonable for San Rafael
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Marin lodge was clean and comfortable and perfect for our brief visit to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Concord

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First ever night here. Check in person was very nice and a happy person. I appreciate the room is well appreciated and has A/C!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edith

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was efficient and responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daneal

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful family that runs the lodge
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025