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Marin Lodge

2.0 star property
Where every moment counts. Begin your day at this bay-side hotel and take advantage of its convenient location to connect with what matters.

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Courtyard
Reception
Exterior
Coffee service

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Property amenity

Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County

Pool
Hot tub
Pet-friendly
Parking included
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1115)
The price is CA $157
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael Marin County
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About the area

Map
1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA, 94901

What's nearby

  • Dominican University of California - 15 min walk
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 2 min drive
  • Marin County Civic Center - 2 min drive
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 6 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

Hotel near San Francisco Bay
Marin Lodge provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Marin Lodge boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Languages

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

Property amenities

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 and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • 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 crib

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Marin Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marin Lodge?

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marin Lodge on Jan 23, 2025 start from CA $155.89, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Marin Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marin Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marin Lodge?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marin Lodge located?

Situated in San Rafael, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Dominican University of California and Marin History Museum. Mission San Rafael Arcangel and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Marin Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 793 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 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

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

BLANCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service the place is very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KARLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. Rooms are very clean. Furniture looks new and in great condition. Nice big desk in the room with plenty of space and outlets everywhere conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meliza

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a very quiet neighborhood and the place is very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Marin Lodge! It was close to town, clean, quiet and just what we needed for our night out!!! I was suggest this place to everyone!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Tucson

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great small family run business. Very affordable. The best in it's price range in San Rafael.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KARLA

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little Lodge. The beds were so comfortable. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Best value!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, but small rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Lodge is an excellent value. We needed a place to stay about an hour north of San Francisco on our roadtrip and the Marin Lodge totally delivered. The staff are amazing - so friendly and kind. Plenty of free parking. Spacious, clean rooms with comfy beds. A fridge with complimentary bottled water and sodas in the reception area, along with complimentary coffee and pastries in the morning. There is some road noise in the early mornings but the heat/AC covers it. We both slept very soundly. Plus, a terrific rate. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter

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

10/10 Excellent

peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem of a property restored from the 1950s quaint cabin feel , clean, comfortable, and the front desk staff were lovely ! will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were extremely friendly and hospitable. Our room was very clean, and the property was quiet and well-kept (loved the pine trees) 🌲 Will recommend to others looking for a hotel in San Rafael.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very near highway. But I did notice a lot of hotels in California are just off the highway. I booked this motel for one night. A quick stop for a nights sleep that was on the cheaper side. Otherwise would not have picked. But the room was clean. Maybe replace carpet or change to hardwood or similar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely appointed room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Alfonso

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The personal didn’t want to honor the payment from Expedia. Don’t know why
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yixuan

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great…the property is older but has been updated and is well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Small Gem
This a convenient and comfortable hotel that we enjoy staying at when we visit family in Marin. The staff is always helpful and friendly. The rooms have all the basic amenities and are clean. Overall, a great value given their room rates.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quieter option
This place was very nice. It is in a much quieter area than options closer or in San Francisco. Very nice staff. We liked it so much we stayed there again later on the same trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, rooms were excellent for the price. A bargain, for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0