Marin Lodge
US$127
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$127
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Marin Lodge average US$114 in the cheapest month (March) and US$135 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$117 |
| February | US$118 |
| March | US$114 |
| April | US$120 |
| May | US$134 |
| June | US$135 |
| July | US$135 |
| August | US$134 |
| September | US$127 |
| October | US$128 |
| November | US$121 |
| December | US$121 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$135)
Cheapest: March (~US$114)
About this property
This smoke-free hotel features hiking/biking trails nearby.
Amenities
This smoke-free hotel features hiking/biking trails nearby.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and microwaves.
Location
With a stay at Marin Lodge in San Rafael (Lincoln), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market. This hotel is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Muir Woods National Monument and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Presidio of San Francisco.
What's nearby
Dominican University of California(0.8 Miles)
Mission San Rafael Arcangel(1.3 Miles)
Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market(1.3 Miles)
Marin County Civic Center(1.4 Miles)
Falkirk Cultural Center(1.4 Miles)
San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park(1.7 Miles)
China Camp State Park(2.8 Miles)
San Anselmo Town Hall(3.2 Miles)
San Anselmo Memorial Park(3.8 Miles)
San Francisco Theological Seminary(3.9 Miles)
American Legion Log Cabin(3.9 Miles)
Larkspur Ferry Terminal(4.2 Miles)
Marin Country Mart(4.3 Miles)
Kentfield Hospital(4.5 Miles)
San Francisco Bay(4.5 Miles)
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)(31.8 Miles)
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field)(35.5 Miles)
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)(32.5 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Tennis courts
Beach (nearby)
Cycling
Hiking
Location
1735 Lincoln Avenue, Lincoln, San Rafael, California, United States of America
Dominican University of California (0.8 Miles)
Mission San Rafael Arcangel (1.3 Miles)
Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market (1.3 Miles)
Marin County Civic Center (1.4 Miles)
Falkirk Cultural Center (1.4 Miles)
San Rafael Pacifics Albert Park (1.7 Miles)
Guest reviews
9.2
Superb
Based on 1,003 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
14%
Couple
45%
Family
26%
Group
7%
Solo
6%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Marin Lodge, guests consistently praise very clean, comfortable rooms, welcoming family-run service, and a quiet, landscaped setting that feels tucked away while remaining convenient to Highway 101 and downtown San Rafael, all at a strong value for the area.
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What guests think
At Marin Lodge, guests consistently praise very clean, comfortable rooms, welcoming family-run service, and a quiet, landscaped setting that feels tucked away while remaining convenient to Highway 101 and downtown San Rafael, all at a strong value for the area.
Rooms are updated with comfortable beds, desks, mini‑fridges and microwaves, though a few are small and some guests noted intermittent Wi‑Fi and occasional maintenance issues like weak water pressure or slow‑to‑heat showers. Complimentary grab‑and‑go items (coffee, pastries, fruit and drinks) are appreciated, and parking is free, though a few mention limited spaces or light road noise. Expect a simple, well‑kept base for Marin and the Bay Area.
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Facilities
Basic property with free on-site parking and handy lobby extras like filtered water and soft drinks; a few guests found parking limited or tight.
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colleen
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Convenient. Coffee, danish, croissant, muffins, granola bar, fruit provided in morning and filtered water, drinks. Clean rooms! Quaint and easy parking accessible to our room.
Convenient. Coffee, danish, croissant, muffins, granola bar, fruit provided in morning and filtered water, drinks. Clean rooms! Quaint and easy parking accessible to our room.
10
Mai
10 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, comfortable, safe with plenty of easy parking right outside the room. Breakfast pastries, fruits, coffee appreciated. Courteous and friendly staff!
Clean, comfortable, safe with plenty of easy parking right outside the room. Breakfast pastries, fruits, coffee appreciated. Courteous and friendly staff!
10
Randy
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great value, free parking.
Great value, free parking.
10
Carlene
25 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Family-owned business with exceptional customer service. Warm greeting, nice extras (filtered water/ice machine in office, as well as bottled water and complimentary soda, whole fruit, and awesome morning pastries, individually wrapped.) Quiet, very clean and well-appointed large room. Microwave, mini-fridge, and coffeemaker with supplies in room. Towels are extra plush and the beds are very comfortable. Large screen SmarTV. Free parking. This is a small property - probably < 20 rooms, so book well in advance. We liked it so much, we decided to stay another night instead of staying in the city and we’re lucky they had a vacancy and even moved things around so we could stay in our same room. (We saved $150 doing this allowing us to use that money for a fancy dinner!)
Family-owned business with exceptional customer service. Warm greeting, nice extras (filtered water/ice machine in office, as well as bottled water and complimentary soda, whole fruit, and awesome morning pastries, individually wrapped.) Quiet, very clean and well-appointed large room. Microwave, mini-fridge, and coffeemaker with supplies in room. Towels are extra plush and the beds are very comfortable. Large screen SmarTV. Free parking. This is a small property - probably < 20 rooms, so book well in advance. We liked it so much, we decided to stay another night instead of staying in the city and we’re lucky they had a vacancy and even moved things around so we could stay in our same room. (We saved $150 doing this allowing us to use that money for a fancy dinner!)
10
Robert J.
21 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
One of the nicest rooms I’ve ever stayed it at any price. By far the best room I’ve ever found, when price considered. This is a $200+ room for half that price. Just an absolute gem of a spot. Hidden from the road. Updated rooms with quality everything. Super comfortable bed and pillows. Comfortable sitting chair with foot stool. Granite counter and work desk. Tiled, modern and stylish bathroom. Even the front door is luxury all wood. Touch lamps. Smart TV. Honestly can’t be over stated how great this place is. Free filtered water dispenser in lobby. Really good complimentary coffee in room and lobby. Warm friendly owner. 10/10, 5 stars, supreme value and comfort.
One of the nicest rooms I’ve ever stayed it at any price. By far the best room I’ve ever found, when price considered. This is a $200+ room for half that price. Just an absolute gem of a spot. Hidden from the road. Updated rooms with quality everything. Super comfortable bed and pillows. Comfortable sitting chair with foot stool. Granite counter and work desk. Tiled, modern and stylish bathroom. Even the front door is luxury all wood. Touch lamps. Smart TV. Honestly can’t be over stated how great this place is. Free filtered water dispenser in lobby. Really good complimentary coffee in room and lobby. Warm friendly owner. 10/10, 5 stars, supreme value and comfort.
10
Joseph
28 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is convenient to freeways and dining. San Francisco is 20 minutes to the south. The rooms are like suites, with high ceilings, ample lighting plenty of doutlets, and comfortable furnishings. Staff are friendly and helpful. Ample free parking is all off street.
The location is convenient to freeways and dining. San Francisco is 20 minutes to the south. The rooms are like suites, with high ceilings, ample lighting plenty of doutlets, and comfortable furnishings. Staff are friendly and helpful. Ample free parking is all off street.
10
Jason
2 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The one issue I would have is the limited parking!
The one issue I would have is the limited parking!
10
Sarah
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice staff, very easy parking, and quite enough
Very nice staff, very easy parking, and quite enough
10
Angelique
11 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Lodge is an excellent value. We needed a place to stay about an hour north of San Francisco on our roadtrip and the Marin Lodge totally delivered. The staff are amazing - so friendly and kind. Plenty of free parking. Spacious, clean rooms with comfy beds. A fridge with complimentary bottled water and sodas in the reception area, along with complimentary coffee and pastries in the morning. There is some road noise in the early mornings but the heat/AC covers it. We both slept very soundly. Plus, a terrific rate. I would definitely stay here again.
The Lodge is an excellent value. We needed a place to stay about an hour north of San Francisco on our roadtrip and the Marin Lodge totally delivered. The staff are amazing - so friendly and kind. Plenty of free parking. Spacious, clean rooms with comfy beds. A fridge with complimentary bottled water and sodas in the reception area, along with complimentary coffee and pastries in the morning. There is some road noise in the early mornings but the heat/AC covers it. We both slept very soundly. Plus, a terrific rate. I would definitely stay here again.
10
Wayne
31 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We used to call these motels. Regardless, it’s a very comfortable place to spend a few nights in San Rafael. Nothing fancy but ownership really cares about their customers. Parking (free) just outside your room.
We used to call these motels. Regardless, it’s a very comfortable place to spend a few nights in San Rafael. Nothing fancy but ownership really cares about their customers. Parking (free) just outside your room.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a standout across reviews, with rooms and grounds described as very clean and well maintained. A few isolated complaints appear, but the overall impression is consistently positive.
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Matthew
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stay here regularly with a friendly, helpful and thoughtful staff. Room was clean and well appointed.
Stay here regularly with a friendly, helpful and thoughtful staff. Room was clean and well appointed.
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Bruce
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Marin Lodge is a small, clean, very quiet hotel located 3 minutes away by car from downtown San Rafael. I especially liked the in-room microwave and mini-fridge. It is definitely not fancy, but overall a great boutique alternative to the larger brands that offer rooms at around the same price.
Marin Lodge is a small, clean, very quiet hotel located 3 minutes away by car from downtown San Rafael. I especially liked the in-room microwave and mini-fridge. It is definitely not fancy, but overall a great boutique alternative to the larger brands that offer rooms at around the same price.
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reyna
21 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
BED BUGS. We had a Sunday wedding that I was a bridesmaid in and didn’t want to drive all the way home through the city late at night, so we booked a room. I chose this place because it had very good cleanliness ratings. I walked into the room and went the pull down the sheet and there was a BED BUG crawling on the top sheet. I let front desk know and she was extremely rude and pushy. There was no apology, no remorse for our ruined night. We had to put all of our things in garbage bags and take them to the laundry mat the next day to dry on high heat because I didn’t want to chance bringing them into my home. I have never been so disgusted. She refused to give us trash bags at first and only would after we asked multiple times. While we were bagging our things up she stayed in the room watching us. This is the worst experience I have ever had at a hotel. The poor customer service made the whole situation worse. I had to demand a refund for a room we couldn’t even stay in.
BED BUGS. We had a Sunday wedding that I was a bridesmaid in and didn’t want to drive all the way home through the city late at night, so we booked a room. I chose this place because it had very good cleanliness ratings. I walked into the room and went the pull down the sheet and there was a BED BUG crawling on the top sheet. I let front desk know and she was extremely rude and pushy. There was no apology, no remorse for our ruined night. We had to put all of our things in garbage bags and take them to the laundry mat the next day to dry on high heat because I didn’t want to chance bringing them into my home. I have never been so disgusted. She refused to give us trash bags at first and only would after we asked multiple times. While we were bagging our things up she stayed in the room watching us. This is the worst experience I have ever had at a hotel. The poor customer service made the whole situation worse. I had to demand a refund for a room we couldn’t even stay in.
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Diane
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff were very pleasant and polite. Super clean, bedsheets were crisp and the bed was comfortable. Best low price option, for sure!
The staff were very pleasant and polite. Super clean, bedsheets were crisp and the bed was comfortable. Best low price option, for sure!
10
Craig
1 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and comfortable room. Warm and cozy.
Very clean and comfortable room. Warm and cozy.
10
Crissie
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The location was quiet and the trees blocking the view of the nearby street were both beautiful and effective. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff friendly and knowledgeable about the area. It was removed from shopping/sights and so not walkable, but otherwise a wonderful place to stay.
The location was quiet and the trees blocking the view of the nearby street were both beautiful and effective. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff friendly and knowledgeable about the area. It was removed from shopping/sights and so not walkable, but otherwise a wonderful place to stay.
10
Wendy
17 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, clean and surprisingly quiet.
Friendly staff, clean and surprisingly quiet.
10
Diane
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very quiet for being next t a local road. Very clean room. Friendly staff.
Very quiet for being next t a local road. Very clean room. Friendly staff.
10
Angelique
11 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Lodge is an excellent value. We needed a place to stay about an hour north of San Francisco on our roadtrip and the Marin Lodge totally delivered. The staff are amazing - so friendly and kind. Plenty of free parking. Spacious, clean rooms with comfy beds. A fridge with complimentary bottled water and sodas in the reception area, along with complimentary coffee and pastries in the morning. There is some road noise in the early mornings but the heat/AC covers it. We both slept very soundly. Plus, a terrific rate. I would definitely stay here again.
The Lodge is an excellent value. We needed a place to stay about an hour north of San Francisco on our roadtrip and the Marin Lodge totally delivered. The staff are amazing - so friendly and kind. Plenty of free parking. Spacious, clean rooms with comfy beds. A fridge with complimentary bottled water and sodas in the reception area, along with complimentary coffee and pastries in the morning. There is some road noise in the early mornings but the heat/AC covers it. We both slept very soundly. Plus, a terrific rate. I would definitely stay here again.
10
Barry
14 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and comfortable. Reasonably priced. Very nice staff.
Very clean and comfortable. Reasonably priced. Very nice staff.
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and updated with useful amenities such as desks, mini-fridges and microwaves; some are smaller, and guests occasionally report intermittent Wi‑Fi or issues like weak water pressure, slow hot water, or a malfunctioning heater or fridge.
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Jimmy
4 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, check in process was quick and easy honestly a very nice run motel. The only thing is the hot water does take a bit to warm up and the door to the room gets stuck
Clean room, check in process was quick and easy honestly a very nice run motel. The only thing is the hot water does take a bit to warm up and the door to the room gets stuck
10
Andrea
4 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Good but WiFipoor
Good but WiFipoor
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Gary
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room heater didn't work. The remote for the ceiling fan didn't work. Rm 106
The room heater didn't work. The remote for the ceiling fan didn't work. Rm 106
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Joseph
28 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is convenient to freeways and dining. San Francisco is 20 minutes to the south. The rooms are like suites, with high ceilings, ample lighting plenty of doutlets, and comfortable furnishings. Staff are friendly and helpful. Ample free parking is all off street.
The location is convenient to freeways and dining. San Francisco is 20 minutes to the south. The rooms are like suites, with high ceilings, ample lighting plenty of doutlets, and comfortable furnishings. Staff are friendly and helpful. Ample free parking is all off street.
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Betty
15 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property is old but very well cared for and spotlessly clean. The manager was friendly and helpful As a single older woman I felt very safe staying there. The only “down side” was the extremely low water pressure. I stayed in an end unit so it may be better closer to the office. I had better luck in the morning but ended up taking a cold/ to lukewarm shower because I didn’t want to run the water too long. Other than that, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
The property is old but very well cared for and spotlessly clean. The manager was friendly and helpful As a single older woman I felt very safe staying there. The only “down side” was the extremely low water pressure. I stayed in an end unit so it may be better closer to the office. I had better luck in the morning but ended up taking a cold/ to lukewarm shower because I didn’t want to run the water too long. Other than that, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.
10
Patti
12 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean, but small rooms
Very clean, but small rooms
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Andrea
8 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This small lodge checked all of the boxes for me. The room was spacious and comfortable, had all of the appliances that I like to use. It was clean and updated. The staff was very friendly and helpful and easy to reach. It's a great location, quiet and safe. The free snacks and beverages felt like a sweet bonus.
This small lodge checked all of the boxes for me. The room was spacious and comfortable, had all of the appliances that I like to use. It was clean and updated. The staff was very friendly and helpful and easy to reach. It's a great location, quiet and safe. The free snacks and beverages felt like a sweet bonus.
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Robert
17 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Refrigerator did not work
Refrigerator did not work
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Cameron
31 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place. Comfy bed, very quiet, nice water pressure. Ceiling fan. Nearby Whole Foods. Will stay again.
Great place. Comfy bed, very quiet, nice water pressure. Ceiling fan. Nearby Whole Foods. Will stay again.
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James
29 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
liked the updated bathrooms
liked the updated bathrooms
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly, welcoming and helpful, with staff accommodating early check-ins and offering local tips; a small number of negative interactions are noted.
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Kevin
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked this motel the last minute based on reviews. Driving thru the area and needed a one night stay. Could not have been better!!! The young man checking us in was very helpful with restaurants and local information. 100% recommend and I have stayed in less than 1 star and 5 star plus hotels LOL
Booked this motel the last minute based on reviews. Driving thru the area and needed a one night stay. Could not have been better!!! The young man checking us in was very helpful with restaurants and local information. 100% recommend and I have stayed in less than 1 star and 5 star plus hotels LOL
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Alfonso
16 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The personal didn’t want to honor the payment from Expedia. Don’t know why
The personal didn’t want to honor the payment from Expedia. Don’t know why
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Mary
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean quiet rooms at a great price. Friendly service. Treats like a free soda and breakfast pastries.
Clean quiet rooms at a great price. Friendly service. Treats like a free soda and breakfast pastries.
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Laura
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was efficient and responsive.
Staff was efficient and responsive.
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Carlene
25 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Family-owned business with exceptional customer service. Warm greeting, nice extras (filtered water/ice machine in office, as well as bottled water and complimentary soda, whole fruit, and awesome morning pastries, individually wrapped.) Quiet, very clean and well-appointed large room. Microwave, mini-fridge, and coffeemaker with supplies in room. Towels are extra plush and the beds are very comfortable. Large screen SmarTV. Free parking. This is a small property - probably < 20 rooms, so book well in advance. We liked it so much, we decided to stay another night instead of staying in the city and we’re lucky they had a vacancy and even moved things around so we could stay in our same room. (We saved $150 doing this allowing us to use that money for a fancy dinner!)
Family-owned business with exceptional customer service. Warm greeting, nice extras (filtered water/ice machine in office, as well as bottled water and complimentary soda, whole fruit, and awesome morning pastries, individually wrapped.) Quiet, very clean and well-appointed large room. Microwave, mini-fridge, and coffeemaker with supplies in room. Towels are extra plush and the beds are very comfortable. Large screen SmarTV. Free parking. This is a small property - probably < 20 rooms, so book well in advance. We liked it so much, we decided to stay another night instead of staying in the city and we’re lucky they had a vacancy and even moved things around so we could stay in our same room. (We saved $150 doing this allowing us to use that money for a fancy dinner!)
10
Marie
18 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Was even called about a left nightgowns
Was even called about a left nightgowns
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Debra
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I liked that it was a small, clean, quiet property. The staff were very friendly and provided great service.
I liked that it was a small, clean, quiet property. The staff were very friendly and provided great service.
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Melinda
8 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Super comfortable beds - Nice and quiet - Friendly staff
Super comfortable beds - Nice and quiet - Friendly staff
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Ian
24 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly owners who actually man the front desk. The obviously take great pride in their property.
Very friendly owners who actually man the front desk. The obviously take great pride in their property.
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Brian
22 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean and up to date furnishings, Friendly staff. Would stay there again.
Very clean and up to date furnishings, Friendly staff. Would stay there again.
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Location
Convenient for Highway 101 and downtown San Rafael, making it easy to reach restaurants and the Bay Area. Several mention light traffic noise or limited walkability to some sights.
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Nora
29 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First time staying at this centrally located, comfortable, clean place and will definitely book here again!
First time staying at this centrally located, comfortable, clean place and will definitely book here again!
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D
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good location. Great accomodation. Short UBER away from a wide selection of bars and restaurants.
Good location. Great accomodation. Short UBER away from a wide selection of bars and restaurants.
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Joseph
28 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is convenient to freeways and dining. San Francisco is 20 minutes to the south. The rooms are like suites, with high ceilings, ample lighting plenty of doutlets, and comfortable furnishings. Staff are friendly and helpful. Ample free parking is all off street.
The location is convenient to freeways and dining. San Francisco is 20 minutes to the south. The rooms are like suites, with high ceilings, ample lighting plenty of doutlets, and comfortable furnishings. Staff are friendly and helpful. Ample free parking is all off street.
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Crissie
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The location was quiet and the trees blocking the view of the nearby street were both beautiful and effective. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff friendly and knowledgeable about the area. It was removed from shopping/sights and so not walkable, but otherwise a wonderful place to stay.
The location was quiet and the trees blocking the view of the nearby street were both beautiful and effective. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff friendly and knowledgeable about the area. It was removed from shopping/sights and so not walkable, but otherwise a wonderful place to stay.
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Jessica
2 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, great location, very quiet!
Clean, great location, very quiet!
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Lorrie
13 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Super easy off and on Highway 101 and super close to UCSF
Super easy off and on Highway 101 and super close to UCSF
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Gary
10 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice property, easy access from the freeway.
Nice property, easy access from the freeway.
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Harry
27 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Delightful small compound. Front desk gracious. Room was clean, obviously well kept. Great spot convenient to downtown San Rafael and easy access 101.
Delightful small compound. Front desk gracious. Room was clean, obviously well kept. Great spot convenient to downtown San Rafael and easy access 101.
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Robert
14 Sept 2023
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A very cute little motel, just off the highway in San Rafael. In a mixed/residential neighborhood, but very private because of all the trees and landscaping. A little noise from Lincoln Ave, but closing the windows blocks the noise and it's quieter at night. Convenient to restaurants downtown.
A very cute little motel, just off the highway in San Rafael. In a mixed/residential neighborhood, but very private because of all the trees and landscaping. A little noise from Lincoln Ave, but closing the windows blocks the noise and it's quieter at night. Convenient to restaurants downtown.
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Tammy
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A great place to stay that is centrally located, but very quiet.
A great place to stay that is centrally located, but very quiet.
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Dining
Complimentary grab-and-go items in the lobby—coffee, pastries, fruit and drinks—are widely appreciated; offerings are simple.
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Cecelia
25 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Property was easy to find, parking was awesome close to our room. Beds and pillows were the best. And the complimentary drinks, fruit and pastries were a definite bonus. We loved our short stay😃❤️
Property was easy to find, parking was awesome close to our room. Beds and pillows were the best. And the complimentary drinks, fruit and pastries were a definite bonus. We loved our short stay😃❤️
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eloise
18 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Compact, but had everything we needed. Great pastries for breakfast with water and pop available. No diet pop for diabetics. Great surroundings and friendly staff!
Compact, but had everything we needed. Great pastries for breakfast with water and pop available. No diet pop for diabetics. Great surroundings and friendly staff!
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Mary
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean quiet rooms at a great price. Friendly service. Treats like a free soda and breakfast pastries.
Clean quiet rooms at a great price. Friendly service. Treats like a free soda and breakfast pastries.
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Elizabeth
11 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a great spot for our family of four for the last two nights of our time in the Bay Area. It was excellent for the price. The location is very convenient for exploring Marin County and was only 30 min to the Oakland airport. It is in town, but the trees on the property make it feel somewhat secluded- in a good way. The front desk staff were very kind and helpful. Breakfast wasn't advertised, but the coffee, pastries, and fruit that they had out in the morning was very much appreciated.
This was a great spot for our family of four for the last two nights of our time in the Bay Area. It was excellent for the price. The location is very convenient for exploring Marin County and was only 30 min to the Oakland airport. It is in town, but the trees on the property make it feel somewhat secluded- in a good way. The front desk staff were very kind and helpful. Breakfast wasn't advertised, but the coffee, pastries, and fruit that they had out in the morning was very much appreciated.
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Allen
4 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
They were very nice to let us check in early. They had good coffee and muffins and fruit in the mornings
They were very nice to let us check in early. They had good coffee and muffins and fruit in the mornings
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Madge
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Melanie
11 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Friendly and welcoming. It was a great place to stay for a work trip in San Rafael. Walking distance to many food options. I appreciated the access to coffee, fruit and water.
Friendly and welcoming. It was a great place to stay for a work trip in San Rafael. Walking distance to many food options. I appreciated the access to coffee, fruit and water.
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Angelique
11 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Lodge is an excellent value. We needed a place to stay about an hour north of San Francisco on our roadtrip and the Marin Lodge totally delivered. The staff are amazing - so friendly and kind. Plenty of free parking. Spacious, clean rooms with comfy beds. A fridge with complimentary bottled water and sodas in the reception area, along with complimentary coffee and pastries in the morning. There is some road noise in the early mornings but the heat/AC covers it. We both slept very soundly. Plus, a terrific rate. I would definitely stay here again.
The Lodge is an excellent value. We needed a place to stay about an hour north of San Francisco on our roadtrip and the Marin Lodge totally delivered. The staff are amazing - so friendly and kind. Plenty of free parking. Spacious, clean rooms with comfy beds. A fridge with complimentary bottled water and sodas in the reception area, along with complimentary coffee and pastries in the morning. There is some road noise in the early mornings but the heat/AC covers it. We both slept very soundly. Plus, a terrific rate. I would definitely stay here again.
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Michael
31 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Marin Lodge is a well-furnished and well maintained little motel. It has some nice touches in the decor & furniture, and a secluded feeling because of the landscaping. Although there’s no breakfast, they have a small takeout selection with good muffins and fruit to get you going. It appears to be family-run and they’re nice people. And the price is always reasonable.
Marin Lodge is a well-furnished and well maintained little motel. It has some nice touches in the decor & furniture, and a secluded feeling because of the landscaping. Although there’s no breakfast, they have a small takeout selection with good muffins and fruit to get you going. It appears to be family-run and they’re nice people. And the price is always reasonable.
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Shannon
26 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lodge was just what we needed plus more! Super clean, beds extremely comfortable and loved the breakfast muffins and coffee every morning!!! Would definitely stay again! Thank you!!
Lodge was just what we needed plus more! Super clean, beds extremely comfortable and loved the breakfast muffins and coffee every morning!!! Would definitely stay again! Thank you!!
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Nichole
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was friendly, property was beautiful with the trees, nice size rooms!
Staff was friendly, property was beautiful with the trees, nice size rooms!
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Jessica
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
I have stayed before and came back to an even better stay. This owner/operator is absolutely top notch and goes well out of their way to treat returning customers extremely well. I am now a devoted, loyal customer and wont bother looking elsewhere when I'm in town.
I have stayed before and came back to an even better stay. This owner/operator is absolutely top notch and goes well out of their way to treat returning customers extremely well. I am now a devoted, loyal customer and wont bother looking elsewhere when I'm in town.
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Todd
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great stop for our family of three
Great stop for our family of three
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Christine
10 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel is small, it te rooms are quite nice, clean, with ceiling fans and AC. ‘Breakfast’ is pretty minimal, mostly with packaged pastries. They only serve regular coffee, no decaf coffee. It’s enough to get you on the road until you get some breakfast.
This hotel is small, it te rooms are quite nice, clean, with ceiling fans and AC. ‘Breakfast’ is pretty minimal, mostly with packaged pastries. They only serve regular coffee, no decaf coffee. It’s enough to get you on the road until you get some breakfast.
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Jessica
8 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a well maintained , refreshed quiet spot for a very comfortable rest. Good mattress, windows that open or AC if you want it. Nice size rooms for all your stuff, good lighting and plugs if you need to work. Nice bits and pieces of thoughtful extras that other big chain hotels are no longer doing. Clearly a small property that is doing well from the hard work being put into it by the family that runs it. I will be staying again!
This is a well maintained , refreshed quiet spot for a very comfortable rest. Good mattress, windows that open or AC if you want it. Nice size rooms for all your stuff, good lighting and plugs if you need to work. Nice bits and pieces of thoughtful extras that other big chain hotels are no longer doing. Clearly a small property that is doing well from the hard work being put into it by the family that runs it. I will be staying again!
FAQs about Marin Lodge
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available onsite. Parking is limited and does not require a reservation.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features does the property have?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible parking and public areas.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in San Rafael, California, within a 10-minute drive of San Francisco Bay and Marin County Civic Center Farmers' Market. It is approximately 12.1 miles from Muir Woods National Monument and 14.6 miles from the Golden Gate Bridge.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies regarding free stays are not provided.
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- 2026-10-21: 144.65682089227295USD
- 2026-10-22: 144.64237208163453USD
- 2026-10-23: 166.96125538867187USD
- 2026-10-24: 166.74378613549806USD
- 2026-10-25: 144.316052753479USD
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- 2026-10-27: 144.65682089227295USD
- 2026-10-28: 144.316052753479USD
- 2026-10-29: 144.316052753479USD
- 2026-10-30: 166.69304212567138USD
- 2026-10-31: 167.08423457104493USD
- 2026-11-01: 133.16742328616334USD
- 2026-11-02: 133.32978813244628USD
- 2026-11-03: 133.13117249020385USD
- 2026-11-04: 133.44311405288695USD
- 2026-11-05: 133.13117249020385USD
- 2026-11-06: 144.35954127572631USD
- 2026-11-07: 144.316052753479USD
- 2026-11-08: 133.16742328616334USD
- 2026-11-09: 133.16742328616334USD
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- 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
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
Popular amenities
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Tennis courts
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Tennis courts
Beach (nearby)
Cycling
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Outdoor Furniture
Services
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
General
Non-smoking rooms
Family room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking
Parking
Free parking
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Internet
Free wi-fi