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Marin Lodge

2.0 star property
San Rafael guestrooms with free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Reception
Exterior
Courtyard
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA, 94901
  • Place, Dominican University of California
    ‪11 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.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(93 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 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
(23 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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 - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mission San Rafael Arcangel - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Falkirk Cultural Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Marin County Civic Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Burren House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Owl Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Caleruega Dining Hall - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tam Commons - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Double Rainbow Cafe - ‬2 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.

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The Evergreen

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 290 reviews
The price is CA $157
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room 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 and tea in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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

  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. 820 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1013 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service, rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rex

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

Nice motel

Nice roomy and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
really nice basic hotel near San Rafael.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madge

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

Hame away from home

The managers were terrific. I love the details in the room like the linens, the pillows, the mattress and the coved ceiling. My favorite homey touch was the metal signs on the doors. Breakfast in the lobby was much appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet for being next t a local road. Very clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margarita

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant experience .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

VRANNA S

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely oasis
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property to stay at
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained, hospitable staff, comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We go to SFC every 3 weeks. We have stayed here 3 times now. It is the perfect spot!! I feel blessed that we found it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

K.R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will def be back here. Wonderful place, wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philana

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was peaceful and beautiful, including the workstation area. Service was outstanding! My stay was a wonderful "home away from home " experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cleaner than expected awesome customer service
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025