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Marlin Lodge

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in St. Lucia with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Family Room
Two Room Suite
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Room options

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Family Suite

Family Suite

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Ceiling fan
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Two Room Suite

Two Room Suite

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Ceiling fan
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Ceiling fan
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
62 Garric Ave, St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, 3936

What's nearby

  • The Gallery-St Lucia - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Themba's Birding & Eco-tours - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St Lucia Crocodile Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Lucia John Dory's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kauai - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Ocean Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Reef + Dine - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪St Lucia Coffee Shop - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Marlin Lodge

Property highlights
Free breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Marlin Lodge. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, concierge services and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket information
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Fridges and irons/ironing boards
  • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and electric kettles

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Marlin Lodge
Marlin Lodge St. Lucia
Marlin St. Lucia
Marlin Lodge St. Lucia
Marlin Lodge Bed & breakfast
Marlin Lodge Bed & breakfast St. Lucia

Frequently asked questions

Does Marlin Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Marlin Lodge?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marlin Lodge on 1 Dec 2024 start from €98.39, 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.

Is Marlin Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Marlin Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marlin Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marlin Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Marlin Lodge located?

Situated near the beach, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Gallery-St Lucia, Themba's Birding & Eco-tours and St. Lucia Estuary Beach. ISimangaliso Wetland Park is 1.8 mi (3 km) away.

Marlin Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, amazing lodge
The staff were very welcoming and looked after us very well. The hotel was very clean and good facilities . Breakfast was varied and good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The management is very professional!! Lovely place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daymon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Kgaogelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic Place!
After a long day I need a good and comfortable bed and I got just that. The wi-fi was fantastic! Rhinos are mingling around in the buildings.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safe and quiet.
Quick and informative check in telling us about local attractions. Rooms are clean, quiet and safe. Local restaurants are great as too the breakfast at the lodge. We would definitely stay here again!

8/10 Good

R S, Cape Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great base for exploring the wetlands
Marlin Lodge is clean, comfortable, and spacious. Our family unit had two bedrooms. The rooms are fairly basic but well-equipped and functional. Breakfast by the pool was excellent. The owners made us feel at home and took care of all our needs. It's a great base to explore Cape Vidal and the wetlands park with lots of hippos and crocs. It's walking distance into the main town area with lots of restaurants and shops. Would definitely recommend this place.

8/10 Good

stephane, Cape town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place with great pool
Very nice quiet place with great swimming pool. Friendly welcoming owners. Waitress at breakfast with a smile, except for the headwaitress who was extremely unfriendly (each time we asked her a little thing, like some eggs or mushrooms or whatever at breakfast; she made her understand that she was unhappy to do it with her attitude and huffing and puffing - i would get rid of her quickly as she is not making guest feel welcome at all).

4/10 Poor

Tobie, USA. CT

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Boring place
The only thing was good for the place was their staff 3 ladies and breakfast was wonderful . No Tv to kill time when you inside can't even watch the morning news in bed😡. Have to check out 1 day earlier, because we can't handle the noise from our next door neighbors when they using the bathroom. Their bathroom light can come through our bedroom from the bottom of their pathway door..

10/10 Excellent

Claire, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Brilliant place to stay in St Lucia. Easy walk to restaurants and beaches.

8/10 Good

Vanessa, Alberta,Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simple and Comfortable
The hotel was quiet and well-situated. The room was simple, well-decorated, clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. The staff was helpful and friendly. Great facility!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, great town and area to visit
Stayed here for 2 nights in June with a friend who was doing research at iSimangaliso and other parks in the area. Very comfortable and pleasant place. Johan and the others working at the Marlin were extremely pleasant and helpful. The place was fairly empty when we were there, but was about to fill up the following week once the school holidays began. The rooms varied in layout, but both were comfortable and large enough. The breakfast was excellent, with the usual English breakfast options supplemented with a very nice cheese selection, excellent coffee (individual brewed cups -- not instant coffee for a change), and fruit salad. Rooms have small fridges as well as electric water kettles, as is common in South Africa. There's currently a water shortage in St Lucia and the entire area, but they have their own borehole. Still, you should limit water usage, and probably not drink the tap water (they give you drinking water, and of course you can buy bottled water in town). The lodge is located in a mostly residential quiet area, but not far from the main shopping and restaurant street in St Lucia, which is a very relaxed coastal town. Don't miss spending time in iSimangaliso, which is a unique park and landscape, combining beautiful coastal beaches, grassy dunes and patches of coastal forest and hills, gradually shading into more moist savanna regions on the park's west side. A good selection of animals and birds in addition to the fascinating landscape.

10/10 Excellent

Seth, Moscow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pleasant stay in a great location
Marlin Lodge is a great little hotel. It's located in the home of the owners right in the middle of St. Lucia. The owners are a friendly couple that put out a nice breakfast and are always available to chat or help you book some of the attractions. You are five minutes from the beaches, five minutes from the parks, and five minutes from the restaurants. The room was very comfortable. All that was lacking was a television and the bathroom is outside the room (no one else was staying in the next room or we might have had to share). Otherwise, a perfect experience.

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Sherbrooke, Québec

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tranquillité , paisible, excellent déjeuner, personnel aimable et serviable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice little lodge
It was, as the last time, a wonderful in St Lucia and in the Marlin Lodge. This time I was in a new renovated room. The service and everything is in this llittle lodge very nice. When I will go to St Lucia again, I will book this Lodge again :-)
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
tres beau lodge ,bien situe proche de l'aeroport. . Personnel genial , tres bon petit dejeuner. La directice tres accueillante et a l'ecoute. Petit bemol , Canape lit pas tres confortable pour notre ado
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Gitte Højlund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Repos à Sta Lucia
Hôtel très calme - personnel charmant et dévoué - nous avons eu droit à une suite alors que nous étions 2 - excellent petit déjeuner avec choix entre plusieurs menus - piscine agréable - bien situé- à recommander -

6/10 Okay

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

Jonas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Merlin lodge
It was totally ok, for a resonable price. Plus for great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jörgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service orienterad föreståndare och personal. Mycket bra.

8/10 Good

Maria J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy agradable
Habitaciones cómodas, muy linda la decoración del lugar, personal muy amable, buen desayuno. No tiene caja de seguridad pero si un placard con candado.

8/10 Good

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and comfortable hotel
Marlin Lodge is a very nice small hotel in beautiful St.Lucia. The location is good, its close to restaurants and other places of interest in St Lucia. The rooms were very clean and comfortable and the breakfast had everything that you can wish. We got a lot of information about St Lucia when we arrived which was very good for us. The stay was in total very good! The only minus was that we could feel a bit of "old time rasicm" when one of the hosts started to talk about locals and black people in a negative way. We are a mixed family, with white and black colours and we do never accept when people talk about colour connected to "personal characteristics".