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Marlin Lodge

3.0 star property
Suburban bed & breakfast in St. Lucia with free parking

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Two Room Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Family Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Front of property
Standard Double Room | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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62 Garric Ave, St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, 3936
  • Place, The Gallery-St Lucia
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, St Lucia Crocodile Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Lucia Estuary Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Two Room Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Two Room Suite

  • 129 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Triple Room

  • 11 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

St. Lucia

Marlin Lodge places you within a mile (2 km) of The Gallery-St Lucia and St. Lucia Estuary Beach. This 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with 6 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • The Gallery-St Lucia - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St Lucia Crocodile Centre - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • iSimangaliso Wetland Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach - 9 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lake St. Lucia Viewpoint - 33 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Reef & Dune - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Barraca - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kauai - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪St Lucia Coffee Shop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Ocean Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Marlin Lodge

Suburban bed & breakfast in St. Lucia with free parking
Guests of Marlin Lodge enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include patios, private yards, and refrigerators.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

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
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Marlin Lodge?

Marlin Lodge provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Marlin Lodge?

This bed & breakfast is located in St. Lucia within a short 19-minute walk of The Gallery-St Lucia. You'll also find St. Lucia Estuary Beach and iSimangaliso Wetland Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Marlin Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Marlin Lodge include a casino on the premises?

No, Marlin Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Marlin Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Marlin Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include garden views and Netflix.

Does Marlin Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Marlin Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Marlin Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Marlin Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Marlin Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Marlin Lodge?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Marlin Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Marlin Lodge comes with a patio with some featuring garden views.

Marlin Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 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 traveler

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 traveler

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 traveler

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 traveler

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.

8/10 Good

Kaori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Sherbrooke, Québec

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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 traveler

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 traveler

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.