3 Star Hotel

Blue Marlin Hotel

180 Scott Street, Scottburgh, South Africa View Map

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Blue Marlin Hotel

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The Blue Marlin Hotel is located on KwaZulu-Natal’s popular South Coast, just 984 feet from the beach. Set in sub-tropical gardens with an outdoor pool, this hotel offers panoramic ocean views. All of the rooms at the Blue Marlin have a fan, TV and telephone. Some of the rooms offer views of the Indian Ocean. The hotel’s facilities include both a swimming pool and a children’s pool. There’s also a children’s play area with a trampoline, swings and jungle gym. Onsite parking is available. Sheltered parking is available for a nominal fee.

343 Reviews

8.0Very Good
Cleanliness
8.5
Staff
8.8
Location
8.7

What Guests Say

  • “Staff, food and facilities was Excellent”
  • “The views, food and drinksWe were well taken care off”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Spa
  • Fitness Center
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Hot tub/Whirlpool
  • Beachfront
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Superior Room

216 sqft • 1 Queen, 2 Single

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower

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    What Guests Loved

    8
    Very Good

    Based on 343 reviews

    Location

    8.7

    Cleanliness

    8.5

    Staff

    8.8

    Overall Quality

    8.1

    Pros +

    • Staff, food and facilities was Excellent
    • The views, food and drinksWe were well taken care off
    • The nearby beach. Nothing about the hotel! Very noisy, dirty, chemical smell, bad food. No warm water or water pressure.

    Cons -

    • Limited choice of drinks forming part of the package, Bed was not so comfortable.
    • Nothing really beside the bathroom space being small but I think it because you hardly spend time there
    • - No response for shuttle - Chemical smell so strong feel sick and nauseous- every room, sheets, main areas- Moved from room 26 ( Two rooms-Family room- no child over 10 is fitting in that small miniature bed! ) due to excessive noise- bellman never left from drop off - Room 208 (standard one room)- strong chemical smell, no water pressure or extreme temperatures hot/cold no comfort, sticky carpet with stains, mold in bathroom, severe rust unable to lock windows, damaged paint on walls/around fridge/peeling wall paper/ severe rust on fixtures/lights, x2 sirens atone 11pm and 5am, poor condition of room overall- Dining- sticky tables due to old condition, place mats old and stained with mold- Pool table and games cost $- Next morning Went to front desk and shared with Lungi all the challenges she requested we view a different room- waited 2 hours to view and same issues other than no carpet - Add. Supervisor Malthee refused to speak with us, Lungi Receptionist was primary support and tried to help -advised that I needed to reach out to booking.com. They could not assist me with changing reservation. Booking.com said they have to issue it! -Checked out after 1 night rather than 1 week
    Business Traveler (43)Solo Traveler (67)Traveling as Couple (132)Family with Young Children (125)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (13)Group Traveler (26)Total (443)
    7ShangePosted on: 1-20-2026

    Staff, food and facilities was Excellent

    Limited choice of drinks forming part of the package, Bed was not so comfortable.

    10AmandaPosted on: 12-12-2025

    The views, food and drinksWe were well taken care off

    Nothing really beside the bathroom space being small but I think it because you hardly spend time there

    1LeahPosted on: 11-8-2025

    The nearby beach. Nothing about the hotel! Very noisy, dirty, chemical smell, bad food. No warm water or water pressure.

    - No response for shuttle - Chemical smell so strong feel sick and nauseous- every room, sheets, main areas- Moved from room 26 ( Two rooms-Family room- no child over 10 is fitting in that small miniature bed! ) due to excessive noise- bellman never left from drop off - Room 208 (standard one room)- strong chemical smell, no water pressure or extreme temperatures hot/cold no comfort, sticky carpet with stains, mold in bathroom, severe rust unable to lock windows, damaged paint on walls/around fridge/peeling wall paper/ severe rust on fixtures/lights, x2 sirens atone 11pm and 5am, poor condition of room overall- Dining- sticky tables due to old condition, place mats old and stained with mold- Pool table and games cost $- Next morning Went to front desk and shared with Lungi all the challenges she requested we view a different room- waited 2 hours to view and same issues other than no carpet - Add. Supervisor Malthee refused to speak with us, Lungi Receptionist was primary support and tried to help -advised that I needed to reach out to booking.com. They could not assist me with changing reservation. Booking.com said they have to issue it! -Checked out after 1 night rather than 1 week

    10Eunice k.Posted on: 10-10-2025

    The welcoming at reception was exceptional and Nirisha made everything moved smooth from booking organizing set up for birthday the massage sauna and jacuzzi actually no words to explain my excitement i wish i can attach my birthday photos.house keeping was excellent nonku

    if they can improve the bathroom set up its either shower only option and toilet separate

    9NokoPosted on: 9-22-2025

    everything

    The lift was not working, and we had to use the stairs all the time.The bar has a minimal selection of liquors in the inclusive package. Surely, two whiskies (Threeships Reserve and Bell's) are two limiting. Please consider adding more whiskies.

    10Andile M.Posted on: 8-5-2025

    Food and Drinks were amazing. Staff was super friendly. Clean rooms and linen.

    Absolutely nothing

    10VictoriaPosted on: 6-4-2025

    It has all kinds of activities. There’s no time where you go hungry and there’s a variety of of foods in the buffet. I also joined a Zumba class. It was so refreshing

    10GombelaPosted on: 4-30-2025

    The breakfast was amazing. Good options to choose from.

    Maybe to tone down a little bit on the marketing of the sales pitches from the sales reps. Maybe have a dedicated rep for each guest as they book to avoid having 3 reps approaching you.

    8MakhabanePosted on: 4-27-2025

    Location right next to the beach!! Comfortable bed Clean white bedding Spacious room Variety of good food all through the day Big warm pool ?

    Carpets in the bedrooms old and outdated No smart TV No WiFi

    8KerryPosted on: 4-26-2025

    The entire experience - sitting in the sun, watching the ocean and people watching while a dj played music. It was a vibe. The bed was so comfy and the food was all excellent!

    Some areas are showing their age, carpets were stained.

    6KgaboPosted on: 4-20-2025

    Friendly for kids. Staff quite good..

    but facility needs to be maintained to equal standard

    10NtuthukoPosted on: 4-20-2025

    It was a lovely stay, food was delicious, drinks were abundant, there's lot of activities to do inside the resort

    8KrisandraPosted on: 4-19-2025

    Very good

    We booked the beautiful Superior Suite. Spacious for our family of 4. The bathroom and toilet specifically requires attention, we were afforded an additional room as a temporary solution. Hopefully this too can be upgraded to match the beautiful room for our next visit.

    10HopePosted on: 4-6-2025

    everything

    I love the receptionist by the lady called Thobile, she made me check in and out so smoothly. She even arranged a shuttle for me to go anywhere.

    7MapotaPosted on: 4-2-2025

    Water is not replace d in the fridge

    Jaques and Sauna

    3MehleketoPosted on: 3-31-2025

    The staff are very rude, my room air conditioner was not working for two days but they only wanted to move me from my room on the second day at 11pm after making lots of noise. The place is not clean at all and you’re expected to reuse the towels for your whole stay. The spa ladies lack the skills of massaging

    6JohannesPosted on: 3-30-2025

    meals are ok, but nothing extraordinary

    water temperature in bath not to regulateac not workingeverywere is loud music playing, had to ask to turn it downno proper space for toiletry in bathroomthe coffeemachine is placed in the way for staff to kitchen

    7MunzhedziPosted on: 3-27-2025

    The food and outdoor space

    the water pressure for the shower

    8PreciousPosted on: 3-24-2025

    The staff was excellent, super friendly, helpful and showcased great the vibes. Loved the on-site activity like fun quiz, Karaoke ?, disco night and entertainment during dinner!!! Food was delicious ?.

    The guests should be told in advance the activities that are offered onsite and given a chance to book ( I could have been given a chance to book for example massage, sauna and jacuzzi rooms a day before arriving. Unfortunately a lot of things were fully booked. We need more entertainment for teenagers and young adults for during the day.

    8KoketsoPosted on: 3-23-2025

    Friendly staff.Always willing to help.

    Its needs upgrate. Bring adapters for charging in the room.Food needs to have variety. Dessert has no options. Too crouded for dinner and lunch as it takes day visits. Tables dont get to be cleaned on time when patrons are done eating.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront
    • Swimming Pool
    • Hot tub/Whirlpool
    • Heated pool
    • Kids' pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Pool with view

    Fitness & Spa

    • Fitness Center
    • Spa

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Airport Shuttle
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection
    • Professional cleaning services

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Accessible toilet
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    Business facilities

    • Business Center

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Themed dinner nights

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Dress code for Dinner in the restaurant is Smart Casual.

    Location

    Blue Marlin Hotel

    180 Scott Street, Scottburgh