Marin Lodge

2.0 star property
San Rafael guestrooms with free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Property amenity
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Popular LocationDominican University of California15 min walk
  • Popular LocationMission San Rafael Arcangel2 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarin County Civic Center2 min drive
  • AirportSan Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)43 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
  • Larkspur Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Tam Commons - 3 min drive
  • Arizmendi Bakery - 2 min drive
  • The State Room - 3 min drive
  • Double Rainbow Cafe - 2 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

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. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Marin Lodge San Rafael
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Marin Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 784 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 1004 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 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

William

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, very quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service was great, really nice people. Nice, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely lodge! The check-in was an enjoyable process and the staff was friendly. The only issue was the HVAC unit controls and noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Office personnel very professional and friendly. Room was extremely comfortable and spacious. Loved the layout of the room. Wonderful desk room, mini frig and microwave and great lighting!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful and very nice. Room was excellent

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such wonderful cozy lodging.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuriy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024