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Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts
3.0 star property

Beach hotel with a full-service spa and a conference center

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Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts

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Beach nearby, scuba diving
Exterior
Family Room
Restaurant
Property grounds

Overview of Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts

Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
180 Scott Street, Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, 4180
  • Popular LocationScottburgh Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationScottburgh Golf Club18 min walk
  • Popular LocationUmkomaas Beach9 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)56 min drive
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Room options

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Family Room | View from room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Scottburgh

Located in Scottburgh, Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts is near the beach. Scottburgh Golf Club and Umkomaas Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Vernon Crookes Nature Reserve and Aliwal Shoal. Traveling with kids? Consider Splash Water World, or check out an event or a game at Galleria Ice Rink.
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What's nearby

  • Scottburgh Beach - 11 min walk
  • Scottburgh Golf Club - 18 min walk
  • Crocworld Conservation Centre - 6 min drive
  • Umkomaas Beach - 9 min drive
  • Selbourne Golf Estate - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC - 10 min drive
  • KFC - 12 min drive
  • Wimpy - 3 min drive
  • Nando's - 6 min walk
  • Checkers - 10 min walk

About this property

Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts

Family-friendly hotel
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and mini golf at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts. Indulge in a Swedish massage, a body treatment, and a facial at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A front-desk safe, newspapers in the lobby, and an elevator
Room features
All 120 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 230 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 230 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 800 per room (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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

Blue Marlin Hotel Scottburgh
Blue Marlin Scottburgh
Blue Marlin Hotel
Blue Marlin By Dream Resorts
Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts Hotel
Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts Scottburgh

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

As of Apr 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts on May 2, 2024 start from CA $131.64, 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 Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8 AM–6 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 800 per room applies.

Where is Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Scottburgh hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Aliwal Shoal and Scottburgh Beach. Scottburgh Golf Club is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 50 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Kavitha

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very disappointing stay.
Been to Blue Marlin in 2022 it was an unforgettable experience and fast became a firm favourite as a family get away. We were astounded by the food and service. We highly reccommended this resort to our family and friends. Our recent visit was shockingly and dismally disappointing. The food was below average especially for the price. The majority of workers were reluctant to serve us and took our drink menu after we had already completed our meals. Our bed had no sheets on them. The bar could not serve us even though we were enjoying the pool. We were asked to place orders at the resturant. There was no music playing at the bar killing the ambience. The pressure in the shower was so low bathing became uncomfortable barely getting enough water. Unfortunately we will not be recommending this place and maybe we will return when the standards resume to what we had experienced previously.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Thimu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Average resort
Stay was good... The pool though was not at its best. On Room service requests you need to pay R20 for someone to bring something to your room. The staff where friendly and their rooms where cleaned at ol time.. Breakfast don't have a lot of variety .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Devarani

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A holiday ruined by drunk guest and aggressive GM
On December 27, 2023, when we checked into the Blue Marlin Hotel, we were allocated to room 303 on the 3rd floor, directly opposite room 301, a self-catering unit. There was already a party in session in 301 when we checked in just after 2 p.m. after dinner, about 9:30 p.m., the party carried on with the noise getting louder due to the guests being drunk. I called reception and complained several times, the security came up struggled to get them to stop, Eventually they did but became angry and upset with us for closing or ending there party, 20 minutes later, the guest from 301 banged and kicked our door waking up my children in fear, they were screaming and shouting for us to open the door, I refused and called for the duty manager, he asked us not leave and stationed a security outside our room. My kids were scared and afraid cried to go home, when I approached the hotel the next morning for a refund due to events that had taken place the previous night, the GM refused us a refund and forced us to take a room that was a downgrade from room 303, the GM of the hotel verbally and almost physically abused us, the GM of this hotel had chased us out several times, almost using the "f" word, but I realized that my husband was recording the conversation. He forced us to take another room because he wouldn't approve a refund; he made me cry continuously and felt no empathy for the fear that was inflicted upon my children the night before. The GM was truly heartless and rude.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lungi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wi-Fi signal was weak in our room. However, the hotel is clean and kids enjoyed the indoor play area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Value for money
Excellent service. Good food. Very comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family hotel. Staff are lovely and friendly but it does seem like a lot of them are new and learning the ropes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

lavendren

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beach getaway
What a great break with the family, awesome venue with great friendly staff environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Marsalthea A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021