Marin Lodge

2.0 star property

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

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 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 WiFi in public areas.
Marin Lodge offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This San Rafael hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us 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 location and the clean accommodations
  • 15 minutes by 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 a 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 available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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 cribs (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.

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Marin Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 821 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Manasa Nale, San Rafael

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Risa

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Secure parking right outside your door. Great location. Nice, clean, quiet room. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and ample. The staff was very accommodating and helpful. There are pastries and coffee available in the morning. I’d definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying at Marin Lodge and both visits were excellent. The rooms were clean and there was plenty of parking. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Towels and bed linens were clean and lofty.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Concord

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Glory

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, check in process was quick and easy honestly a very nice run motel. The only thing is the hot water does take a bit to warm up and the door to the room gets stuck
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gillian Mason

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Concord

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Travelled with group
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and comfortable room. Warm and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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