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Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts

3.0 star property
All-inclusive hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Restaurant
Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts blends oceanfront tranquility with adventure. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, archery, snorkeling, poolside bar drinks, and rejuvenate at Mangwanani Dream Spa. End evenings around the firepit.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • All inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

Highlights

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

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
180 Scott Street, Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, 4180

What's nearby

  • Scottburgh Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Scottburgh Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Crocworld Conservation Centre - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Umkomaas Beach - 10 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Selborne Park Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪C Breeze Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Stone Pub & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts

All-inclusive family-friendly hotel by the ocean
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts. Adventurous travelers may like the snorkeling, archery, and scuba diving at this hotel. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, a body scrub, or aromatherapy at Mangwanani Dream Spa, the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a firepit and mini golf.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and outdoor furniture
  • A banquet hall, newspapers in the lobby, and table tennis
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:
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

All inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet meals, snacks, and select beverages included
Bottled liquor included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Miniature golf
Tennis
Tennis rackets
Kids club
Childcare

Lessons/classes/games

Yoga

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

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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

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Surf lessons
  • Table tennis
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free babysitting
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Trampoline
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • 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

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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 at the property
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

  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape 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.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. Food and beverages are included (with some restrictions), and activities include mini golf, tennis, yoga classes, and more.

Where is Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts located?

With direct access to the beach, this Scottburgh hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Scottburgh Beach, Scottburgh Golf Club, and GJ Crookes Hospital. Umkomaas Beach and Ilfracombe Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 59 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mercia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will return

What a wonderfull place, with something to do for the entire family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great concept but I feel the resort needs a breath of life…new coat of paint and updated signage. Staff was exceptional from check in to restaurant, to housekeeping. Food was OK, drinks menu OK. The kids had a blast and that would probably the only reason I’d come back for another stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Lungi

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

6/10 Okay

Thimu

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

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not even close to why we expected . The rooms were very basic and not well maintained . The facilities were sub par and the staff ( with very few exceptions ) were not at all interested in assisting or being friendly . We received limited information about what to do and what the facilities were . I rarely write bad reviews but we ended up leaving half way through our stay and they were not even interested as to why . We forfeited two night ( and we had two rooms ) it was so bad .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Kavitha

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

2/10 Terrible

Devarani

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

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

JL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

great enjoyable stay

Great service, friendly staff. They always try there best even under difficult conditions with Covid. Some rooms are slightly old but they are extremely clean
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blue Marlin

The hotel was clean and tidy as well as the rooms. There was access to sanitizers all over the hotel. The breakfast was too basic for me though.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay, friendly staff and overall good service.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great views and position

Overall we had a very good stay, would go again. If only the waitron service was as good as the front desk and check in staff, who were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay

A lovely stay with staff that couldn't do enough to help. We had fantastic views from our room and would love to stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

AB

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst experience

I never slept here, they wouldn't upgrade me even though I was willing to pay. The room was terrible, small bathroom and shower. Very disappointed. Please can you load my point since they refused to refund. I never stayed in this place and had to pay for Zimbali
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short break

Staff are amazing, excellent friendly service. Fantastic location just a few minutes to the beach. Room 9 was clean and modern. All facilities were great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel, friendly service

Absolutely great time at a fabulous hotel, many thanks to the staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Rishaad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blue Marlin

Very friendly staff. Family orientated. Impressed with the cleanliness. 2 minute walk away from the scottborugh beach. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Blue Marlin get away.

A most enjoyable stay as usual. Unfortunately the hotel is needing a little general maintenance and TLC. Scottburgh general area looking rather littered and run down. Staff very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I booked this for my parents as my Dad had his 70th birthday and they were absolutely thrilled, staff also went to extra trouble and made their stay memorable. I am so happy and extremely grateful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Blue Marlin Hotel

Very good service and friendly staff along with good food and a fantastic view makes the Blue Marlin Hotel one of my favorite places for a relaxing holiday. Staff are attentive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ishvar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Our stay was amazing , it was our second time at the hotel and we will def return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Per-Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bra hotell

Bra hotell med fina utomhusområden och utomhusbar som hör till hotellet. Riktigt bra utdikt mot havet från hotellrummet. Fick ett mycket bättre pris på hotels.com än när jag frågade i receptionen.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Happy Stay

Our team were so happy at this hotel - they were filming a busy schedule and the hotel made everything easy for them to make the most of their limited relaxation time - thank you to the lovely staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

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