3 stars

Blue Marlin Hotel

180 Scott Street, 4180 Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Scottburgh, South Africa
See location+27 399 783 361
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$159
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rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 625 reviews
625 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
$159
Superior room
$170

Overview

ENDLESS SUMMER ON THE SUNNY SOUTH COASTJust 40 minutes south of Durban, the Blue Marlin is one of KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast's most iconic hotels boasting exquisite sea views. The hotel offers 111 rooms with comfortable accommodation and a range of facilities to suit your needs. Stunning subtropical gardens, superior service, sparkling pools and the warm Indian Ocean on your doorstep, make this your ideal family holiday getaway. Meet new friends in the Ibis Bar, sit down to a memorable meal at the Lighthouse Restaurant or kick back and relax with a cocktail at the Big Blu pool bar overlooking the bay. Take a dip in the Indian Ocean and embark on an incredible diving expedition to the world-famous Aliwal Shoal, a short boat ride away and easily organised by our in-house dive shop. From the beach to the games area with our popular kid's entertainment programme, guests of all ages will love everything the Blue Marlin has to offer. Tee off in paradise with an array of world-class golf courses within close proximity of the hotel or rejuvenate and revitalise at our in-house spa.
8.2
Very good rating
Based on 625 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Blue Marlin Hotel

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Superior room
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$170
nightly with fees
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$173
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$175
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King room
1 king bed
$159
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Blue Marlin Hotel

  • Room service
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Laundry service
  • Golf
  • Babysitting or child care
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Elevator

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Laundry

  • Laundry service

Things to do

  • Golf

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care

Reviews of Blue Marlin Hotel

8.2
Very good
625 verified ratings
Wonderful
303
Very good
127
Good
98
Okay
36
Fair
28
Mediocre
10
Poor
23

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful location, clean rooms, and friendly staff at the hotel. However, there were significant complaints regarding service, particularly related to misleading information about all-inclusive offerings and rude staff experiences. While some guests enjoyed their stay and the amenities, others left disappointed due to poor service and unfulfilled expectations.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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Location

180 Scott Street, 4180 Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • Scottburgh Beach359 yd
  • Umkomaas Beach5.1 mi
  • Aliwal Shoal Beach6.2 mi

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Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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September
March
$218
$215
Cheapest month to stay with an average 31% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 15% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Blue Marlin Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Blue Marlin Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Blue Marlin Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Blue Marlin Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $141, while the most expensive was $141.
  • How long should you stay at Blue Marlin Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Blue Marlin Hotel

  • Where is Blue Marlin Hotel located?

    Blue Marlin Hotel is located at 180 Scott Street, 0.4 miles from the center of Scottburgh. Scottburgh Beach is the closest landmark to Blue Marlin Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Blue Marlin Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Blue Marlin Hotel.

  • How far is Blue Marlin Hotel from the airport?

    Blue Marlin Hotel is 39.6 miles from Durban Virginia. Blue Marlin Hotel is 46.8 miles from Margate.

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Distance to city center

8.1
0.4 mi

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