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Reviews of Marin Lodge 3 stars

1735 Lincoln Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901, United States

#1 of 12 hotels in San Rafael

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 440 hotel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 27 September 2024

    10
    Excellent and so comfortable. Best bed- most comfy. Affordable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This small property was such a pleasant surprise! It was wonderful!!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2024

    10
    Lovely place to explore Marin headlands
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a lovely welcome to the property. We loved the clean room and facilities. The pastries, fruit and coffee for a complimentary breakfast were a lovely surprise. Also the soda drink on arrival was appreciated. They stored our bags while we did some sightseeing. It was a great stay!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2024

    9.0
    Great spot to enjoy the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great.

    Convenient to many points of interest in the Marin County area. Every member of the staff was helpful and eager to make sure we had what we needed.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2024

    9.0
    Nice and comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Restaurants were a bit farther than expected.

    Nice area, comfortable room, unexpected snack and drink options.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    10
    Great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It wasn’t a problem for us(we brought our sedan)but parking for a larger truck or SUV could be challenging. Our crew cab, long bed F150 would have been a pain to park.

    The property is surrounded by trees. It’s like being in a hidden forest. The room was clean and comfortable. They offered ice and filtered in the lobby. They also offered a free bottle of water or soda to each guest. In the morning they had a nice continental breakfast.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    9.0
    I would definitely stay here again. This place is a hidden gem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The staff was super friendly. The room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The place is tucked into a neighborhood in such a way that it feels remote and private when you are really very close to San Francisco.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    10
    Outstanding and great value!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast pastries were good. Coffee was excellent. Room was clean, comfortable and had everything needed. Location and value were great! Loved the small cedars and pines next to the rooms. Beautiful!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    8.0
    I am a returning guest, but this time the wi-fi was up and down:(
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The wi-fi could have been better

    Everything was wonderfull....except the wi-fi was just so-so

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    10
    Better than expected.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great quiet location, clean and comfortable! Beats the big box hotels!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    10
    I will be back.
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thought everything was great.

    Great location.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2024

    10
    Always a positive experience! :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent Customer Service at front desk. Responds to any problems in a timely manner. Staff goes above and beyond to make sure you get a specific room if you requested a certain one. Small property with quiet location and parking lot, close to downtown San Rafael. Very easy freeway access to Highway 101. Great for single travelers!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2024

    10
    Great stay at Marin Lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The room was large, well-appointed and very clean. It included a microwave and minifridge and had thoughtful touches like an iron, a blow drier, extra blankets and a wine opener. The location was perfect for me - it was convenient and quiet. Coffee and pastries in the morning were a welcome touch. Staff was friendly, efficient and professional. Would happily stay here again.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great check in, well appointed room for the price, and VERY clean. I would recommend it for anyone wanting to visit San Francisco without staying in the city.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    8.0
    Second stay and first choice for a return trip.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No restaurants within easy walking distance. Due to residential neighborhood with limited street parking, sight lines when trying to pull out onto Lincoln can be very challenging - vehicles parked on the street interfere with the ability to,it’s to safely pull out.

    Great value for Marin County. Quiet property on a residential neighborhood street. Nice size room with mini-frig, microwave and coffee.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2024

    9.0
    Reasonably priced, excellent location, good value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The bed was not too comfortable for me, though my husband slept well.

    The room was very clean, and though small, had everything we needed and room to spread out a little. The owner/manager was very welcoming and friendly. The coffee is good. Appreciate the fruit, and wish there were non-sweet breakfast choices though I did enjoy the bran muffin. Thank you, it was a good stay. Easy 1 mile walk into downtown. Easy drives to China Camp State Park and Mt. Tamalpais.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2024

    9.0
    No complaints ~ a great place to rest after hiking all day! Staff went above and beyond and pleasantly!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location. Comfortable bed. Felt welcomed. Helpful staff!!

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2024

    9.0
    What a gem in San Rafael. Cute hotel right off 101, but not noisy. Would definitely stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast didn't open until 7:30 - saw a few people, including myself, try to get something around 7am.

    Great location in San Rafael. Room was clean and somewhat updated. Could use a total update.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    10
    Lovely Lodge in Marin
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very sweet place, very clean, comfy room, and lovely customer service.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2024

    8.0
    Adequate, accomodating staff, ideal location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Tile along base of bed in our room (106) was broken conspicuously and should have been repaired.

    Ideal location for us with great restaurants a short distance away and freeway to Berkeley a block away.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great Lodge. Lovely people. For us location was great facilitating day out at Muir Wood. Great place would go again.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful stay at a small, inviting hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    There were some very minor details overlooked in cleaning. The remote controls were dirty so I had to wipe them off. And the microwave could use a good cleaning or be replaced. I thought the bed was very comfortable, but it was a little too firm for my husband.

    This was a perfect stay for our family. We had a great experience starting at the front desk. The staff were very welcoming and check-in was very easy. They even offer a complimentary soda or water to each guest. The room was ready when we arrived and was very clean. Bedding was inviting, the room was a good size, and the bathroom was larger than we expected. There is a small (though older) microwave and a small fridge. The layout of the room provides plenty of space with two large floating tables. I am very particular about clean bathrooms, and this one exceeded my expectations. The setting is very calming and feels safe, it's a small hotel surrounded by lots of beautiful trees.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very quaint setting. Small, private and quiet. Very clean rooms with current fixtures and decor. Lovely!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2024

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fridge was a little loud, so I disconnected it, but that's something most hotels have.

    Great location, nicely decorated, comfortable. Responsive staff.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2024

    9.0
    Good value for money
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No kettle

    Comfortable and relaxing

    Stayed in July 2024

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