Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts offers an oceanfront retreat with a free breakfast buffet, poolside bar, and activities like archery and snorkeling. Relax at the Mangwanani Dream Spa or unwind by the firepit.
Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve - 43 min drive - 60.1 km
Getting around
King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 56 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
The Deck - 5 min walk
Scottburgh Country Club - 17 min walk
Steers - 3 min drive
The Rooster - 4 min walk
Stone Pub & Grill - 4 min walk
About this property
Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts
At Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts, you'll have access to onsite scuba diving, snorkeling, and surf lessons. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, aromatherapy, and mani/pedis. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the pool bar. Other highlights at this all-inclusive hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a free kid's club, and a fitness center.
All inclusive
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
At a glance
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Hotel size
120 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (3 years old and younger) stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Free babysitting
Free supervised childcare
Free children's club
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Airport shuttle from 8 AM to 6 PM*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Free children's club
Children's pool
Waterslide
Mini golf
Playground
Free supervised childcare/activities
Trampoline
Children's games
Lifeguard on site
What to do
Tennis
Archery
Mini golf
Scuba diving
Snorkeling
Surf lessons
Evening entertainment
Karaoke
Pool table
Table tennis
Beach access
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business center
Conference center
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Fitness center
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Full-service spa
Outdoor tennis court
Waterslide
Banquet hall
Firepit
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Grab bar near toilet
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Mangwanani Dream Spa. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 800 per room (one-way)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.
Also known as
Blue Marlin Hotel Scottburgh
Blue Marlin Scottburgh
Frequently asked questions
Does Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8 AM to 6 PM on request. The charge is ZAR 800 per room one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like archery, snorkeling, and scuba diving and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts also has 2 bars, a waterslide, and a fitness center, as well as spa services, an arcade, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts like?
Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts is a short 11-minute walk from Scottburgh Beach and 18 minutes' walk from Scottburgh Golf Club.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
Will return
What a wonderfull place, with something to do for the entire family.
Mercia
Mercia, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 25, 2025
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.
Derek
Derek, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 10, 2023
Value for money
Excellent service.
Good food.
Very comfortable room
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 3, 2023
Wi-Fi signal was weak in our room. However, the hotel is clean and kids enjoyed the indoor play area.
Lungi
Lungi, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 2, 2024
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 .
Thimu
Thimu, 4-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jan 18, 2024
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.
Kavitha
Kavitha, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2025
The amenities and the kids club
Anathi
Anathi, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2022
Great family hotel. Staff are lovely and friendly but it does seem like a lot of them are new and learning the ropes.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Feb 3, 2025
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 .
David
David, 4-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 1, 2024
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.
Devarani
Devarani, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2021
Beach getaway
What a great break with the family, awesome venue with great friendly staff environment.
Gary
Gary, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2021
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
JL
JL, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 3, 2021
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.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2020
Enjoyed our stay, friendly staff and overall good service.
Marius
Marius, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 8, 2020
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.
Shane
Shane, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2019
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.
Jon
Jon, 6-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 12, 2019
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
AB
AB, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2019
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.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2019
Great Hotel, friendly service
Absolutely great time at a fabulous hotel, many thanks to the staff.
nigel
nigel, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2019
Blue Marlin
Very friendly staff. Family orientated. Impressed with the cleanliness. 2 minute walk away from the scottborugh beach. Enjoyed our stay.
Rishaad
Rishaad, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 18, 2019
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.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2019
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!
Janine
Janine, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2018
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.
Jaime
Jaime, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2018
Amazing
Our stay was amazing , it was our second time at the hotel and we will def return.
Ishvar
Ishvar, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 24, 2018
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