Marin Lodge

2.0 star property
San Rafael guestrooms with free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Exterior
Coffee service
Courtyard
Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Dominican University of California
    15 min walk
  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market
    2 min drive
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel
    2 min drive
  • San Rafael, CA (SRF)
    6 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

San Rafael

In San Rafael .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this San Rafael hotel, you'll find Dominican University of California and Marin History Museum. Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Dominican University of California - 15 min walk
  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 2 min drive
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 2 min drive
  • Marin County Civic Center - 2 min drive
  • Muir Woods National Monument - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Richmond Transit Center - 20 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tam Commons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Double Rainbow Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The State Room - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Royal Ground Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aroma Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Marin Lodge

San Rafael guestrooms with free WiFi
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.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
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.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Braille signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • 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

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)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Marin Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 794 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meliza

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very clean and the location good. The replace ambiance is so relaxing👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was even called about a left nightgowns
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff at check-in. Clean, quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed 4 times and every time it's been the best. Clean clean rooms the beds are great the owners are so nice.they definitely a 10 in my book.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Andrea

Travelled with partner
I loved the decor, the comfory
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Izumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent a night passing through San Rafael on our way to the Redwoods. But the owners were kind and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, we will always stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda Lee

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely little motel. The trees they’ve planted by the rooms make it feel scenic and the trees between the road and motel make it quiet. The room was very clean and nicely decorated. The nights were quiet - I could hear peepers! The staff was very friendly. Just a great experience. Highly recommend.
The trees make it look lovely
The trees make it feel like a lodge in the woods
Cute decorations on door
Nicely decorated room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the fact it’s quiet, the bed is comfy and the check process was easy. Helps that parking is free too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryll

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff; nice touches and upgrades in the room make you feel at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had Room 102, in the corner of the compound. So nice, airy and quiet. The set up of the compound was very relaxing and attractive, even with a major road running right outside.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love Marin lodge! Norma and her family and staff make this quite a special place. It's clean and quiet and you can't hear your neighbors. It's quite homey, and they have nice trees in front of the windows to provide privacy. A great value here in Marin!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed my Marin weekend
Clean, comfortable, safe with plenty of easy parking right outside the room. Breakfast pastries, fruits, coffee appreciated. Courteous and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, easy access from the freeway.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This little place is a great value for the price. The rooms ere clean, spacious and the parking was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Beverly

Business traveller, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice accomodations
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024