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Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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Aerial view
Restaurant
Family Room
Beach nearby, scuba diving, snorkeling
Poolside bar

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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180 Scott Street, Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, 4180
  • Place, Scottburgh Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Scottburgh Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Splash Water World
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room (2 Adults & 2 Children)

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and large windows with a view.

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Scottburgh

Steps from the beach.Stay at this Scottburgh hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Scottburgh Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Scottburgh Golf Club. Also, GJ Crookes Hospital is within 2 miles (3 km) and Umkomaas Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Scottburgh Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Scottburgh Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Warner Beach - 24 min drive - 30.0 km
  • aManzimtoti Beach - 28 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Splash Water World - 29 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stone Pub & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Steers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Enzo's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Rooster - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts

3-star beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a waterslide. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business center. A children's pool, a fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Scottburgh hotel.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Karaoke
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Premium satellite television is provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Mangwanani Dream Spa. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Trampoline
  • Waterslide

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Surf lessons
  • Table tennis
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per room (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Blue Marlin Hotel Scottburgh
Blue Marlin Scottburgh

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts to the airport?

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts is 56.5 mi (56-min drive) away from the King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts on Jul 21, 2026 start from CA $259, 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.

Does Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts have an airport shuttle?

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts offers an airport shuttle from 8 AM to 6 PM, on request, for a charge of ZAR 800. per room, one-way.

How close is Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Scottburgh Beach and 5.6 mi (9-min drive) from Umkomaas Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts offer free breakfast?

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts have a pool?

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Mangwanani Dream Spa, where you can enjoy massages, mani/pedis, and body scrubs.

How close is Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts to downtown Scottburgh?

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts is 0.4 mi away from Scottburgh.

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 61 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The amenities and the kids club
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family hotel. Staff are lovely and friendly but it does seem like a lot of them are new and learning the ropes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mercia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will return

What a wonderfull place, with something to do for the entire family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great concept but I feel the resort needs a breath of life…new coat of paint and updated signage. Staff was exceptional from check in to restaurant, to housekeeping. Food was OK, drinks menu OK. The kids had a blast and that would probably the only reason I’d come back for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money

Excellent service. Good food. Very comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lungi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wi-Fi signal was weak in our room. However, the hotel is clean and kids enjoyed the indoor play area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thimu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Average resort

Stay was good... The pool though was not at its best. On Room service requests you need to pay R20 for someone to bring something to your room. The staff where friendly and their rooms where cleaned at ol time.. Breakfast don't have a lot of variety .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not even close to why we expected . The rooms were very basic and not well maintained . The facilities were sub par and the staff ( with very few exceptions ) were not at all interested in assisting or being friendly . We received limited information about what to do and what the facilities were . I rarely write bad reviews but we ended up leaving half way through our stay and they were not even interested as to why . We forfeited two night ( and we had two rooms ) it was so bad .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kavitha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very disappointing stay.

Been to Blue Marlin in 2022 it was an unforgettable experience and fast became a firm favourite as a family get away. We were astounded by the food and service. We highly reccommended this resort to our family and friends. Our recent visit was shockingly and dismally disappointing. The food was below average especially for the price. The majority of workers were reluctant to serve us and took our drink menu after we had already completed our meals. Our bed had no sheets on them. The bar could not serve us even though we were enjoying the pool. We were asked to place orders at the resturant. There was no music playing at the bar killing the ambience. The pressure in the shower was so low bathing became uncomfortable barely getting enough water. Unfortunately we will not be recommending this place and maybe we will return when the standards resume to what we had experienced previously.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Devarani

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A holiday ruined by drunk guest and aggressive GM

On December 27, 2023, when we checked into the Blue Marlin Hotel, we were allocated to room 303 on the 3rd floor, directly opposite room 301, a self-catering unit. There was already a party in session in 301 when we checked in just after 2 p.m. after dinner, about 9:30 p.m., the party carried on with the noise getting louder due to the guests being drunk. I called reception and complained several times, the security came up struggled to get them to stop, Eventually they did but became angry and upset with us for closing or ending there party, 20 minutes later, the guest from 301 banged and kicked our door waking up my children in fear, they were screaming and shouting for us to open the door, I refused and called for the duty manager, he asked us not leave and stationed a security outside our room. My kids were scared and afraid cried to go home, when I approached the hotel the next morning for a refund due to events that had taken place the previous night, the GM refused us a refund and forced us to take a room that was a downgrade from room 303, the GM of the hotel verbally and almost physically abused us, the GM of this hotel had chased us out several times, almost using the "f" word, but I realized that my husband was recording the conversation. He forced us to take another room because he wouldn't approve a refund; he made me cry continuously and felt no empathy for the fear that was inflicted upon my children the night before. The GM was truly heartless and rude.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beach getaway

What a great break with the family, awesome venue with great friendly staff environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

JL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

great enjoyable stay

Great service, friendly staff. They always try there best even under difficult conditions with Covid. Some rooms are slightly old but they are extremely clean
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blue Marlin

The hotel was clean and tidy as well as the rooms. There was access to sanitizers all over the hotel. The breakfast was too basic for me though.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay, friendly staff and overall good service.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great views and position

Overall we had a very good stay, would go again. If only the waitron service was as good as the front desk and check in staff, who were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

A lovely stay with staff that couldn't do enough to help. We had fantastic views from our room and would love to stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

AB

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst experience

I never slept here, they wouldn't upgrade me even though I was willing to pay. The room was terrible, small bathroom and shower. Very disappointed. Please can you load my point since they refused to refund. I never stayed in this place and had to pay for Zimbali
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short break

Staff are amazing, excellent friendly service. Fantastic location just a few minutes to the beach. Room 9 was clean and modern. All facilities were great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel, friendly service

Absolutely great time at a fabulous hotel, many thanks to the staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Rishaad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blue Marlin

Very friendly staff. Family orientated. Impressed with the cleanliness. 2 minute walk away from the scottborugh beach. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Blue Marlin get away.

A most enjoyable stay as usual. Unfortunately the hotel is needing a little general maintenance and TLC. Scottburgh general area looking rather littered and run down. Staff very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I booked this for my parents as my Dad had his 70th birthday and they were absolutely thrilled, staff also went to extra trouble and made their stay memorable. I am so happy and extremely grateful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blue Marlin Hotel

Very good service and friendly staff along with good food and a fantastic view makes the Blue Marlin Hotel one of my favorite places for a relaxing holiday. Staff are attentive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ishvar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Our stay was amazing , it was our second time at the hotel and we will def return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Per-Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bra hotell

Bra hotell med fina utomhusområden och utomhusbar som hör till hotellet. Riktigt bra utdikt mot havet från hotellrummet. Fick ett mycket bättre pris på hotels.com än när jag frågade i receptionen.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018