Marin Lodge - San Rafael

$$$$||View on mapSan Rafael, United States of America1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, California, United States of America, 94901|
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Marin Lodge - San Rafael
1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, California, United States of America, 94901·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Staff9.8
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Value for money9.4
Location9.3
Who stays here
Couples50%
Solo25%
Families18%
Groups5%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Staff9.8
Cleanliness9.5
Comfort9.5
Value for money9.4
Location9.3
Who stays here
Couples50%
Solo25%
Families18%
Groups5%

Family-owned motel in San Rafael with complimentary parking and breakfast near Muir Woods

Amenities & Complimentary Offerings

Marin Lodge offers free on-site parking for all guests, a rarity in the Bay Area. The property provides a complimentary breakfast each morning with Starbucks coffee, fresh pastries, and fruit. Guests can also pick up a free bottled water or soda at check-in and refill their canteens at the filtered water station in the lobby.

Room Features & Comfort

Each room at Marin Lodge San Rafael includes a refrigerator and microwave for storing leftovers and drinks. Rooms are equipped with USB ports at the desk, an iron, and a hairdryer for convenience. The beds use quality linens and the bathrooms offer high-quality toiletries.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Marin Lodge California sits 23 miles from Muir Woods National Monument, a popular destination for hiking among ancient redwoods. Point Reyes National Seashore is 20 miles away, offering coastal trails and wildlife viewing. The hotel is also 15 miles from San Francisco and within 1 mile of Dominican University of California and the Marin History Museum.

Family & Business Travel

The hotel offers family rooms with two double beds and spacious layouts suitable for groups. Business travelers benefit from a dedicated desk area with an office chair and express check-in/check-out. Marin Lodge is pet-friendly, and the property includes a shared lounge and TV area for relaxation.

Sustainable Practices & Local Knowledge

Marin Lodge San Rafael CA uses filtered water stations to reduce single-use plastic bottles. The family-owned staff provides personalized recommendations for local restaurants and attractions based on guest interests. The property also features a coffee house on site with outdoor seating areas.

  • Location: 23 miles from Muir Woods, 20 miles from Point Reyes, 15 miles from San Francisco
  • Rooms: Refrigerator, microwave, USB ports, quality linens, high-quality toiletries
  • Dining: Complimentary breakfast with Starbucks coffee, pastries, and fruit
  • Amenities: Free parking, filtered water station, bottled water or soda at check-in
  • Sustainability: Filtered water stations to reduce plastic waste
  • Family: Family rooms with two double beds, pet-friendly policy
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Year renovated:2009
Number of rooms:20
Former name
Colonial Motel
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Queen Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Coffee shop

TV

Flat-screen TV

Check-in/ Check-out

Express check-in/ -out

VIP check-in/ -out

Sports activities

Hiking

Cycling

Tennis court

Bowling

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Bowling

Services

  • Car rental

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Marin Lodge

💵 Lowest room price 105 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 32.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport San Francisco International, SFO

Location

1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, California, United States of America, 94901
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1735 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, California, United States of America, 94901
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
Forest Meadows Amphitheater
200 yd
Marin Ballet
200 yd
First Baptist Church
200 yd
Saint Paul's Episcopal Church
200 yd

Reviews of Marin Lodge

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