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Marin Lodge

2.0 star property

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

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

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

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 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 helpful staff 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.

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. 816 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

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