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Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts

3.0 star property
Beach hotel with a full-service spa and a conference centre

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Exterior
Family Room
Restaurant
Property grounds
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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180 Scott Street, Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, 4180
  • Popular LocationScottburgh Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationScottburgh Golf Club18 min walk
  • Popular LocationCrocworld Conservation Centre6 min drive
  • AirportDurban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.)56 min drive

Room options

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Family Room | View from room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Scottburgh

A family-friendly stay in Scottburgh awaits you at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Aliwal Shoal and Scottburgh Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, Swedish massages and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. At the hotel's own poolside bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, kids' club, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Business amenities include a conference centre and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Scottburgh hotel include Scottburgh Golf Club and Umkomaas Beach.

What's nearby

  • Scottburgh Beach - 11 min walk
  • Scottburgh Golf Club - 18 min walk
  • Crocworld Conservation Centre - 6 min drive
  • Selbourne Golf Estate - 15 min drive
  • Vernon Crookes Nature Reserve - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 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

Beach hotel with a full-service spa and a conference centre
Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Scottburgh hotel.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

English, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 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 centre
  • Conference centre

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • 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 lift
  • 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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 organisation.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts on 15 May 2024 start from NZ$190.91, including 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 parking available at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Yep, Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Yep, Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts is a short 11-minute walk from Scottburgh Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts have a pool?

Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 bars.

Does Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 8 AM - 6 PM on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Blue Marlin by Dream Resorts?

There isn't one on site, but Scottburgh Golf Club is a short 18-minute walk 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