Blue Marlin Hotel, DurbanBlue Marlin Hotel in Durban, South Africa has a corrected score of 3.5 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 9 of 47 hotels we score in Durban. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 3.6, Agoda 3.5. Rooms from about $210 a night (cached, not a live quote).Blue Marlin Hotel provides accommodation in San Cristobal and the coastal regions near the Belize Barrier Reef. The property features 57 large guestrooms fitted with satellite television, refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Guests can use the outdoor pool and the dedicated children's pool. The hotel suits families and those interested in ocean activities such as whale watching. The interiors are modern and the rooms are kept clean with comfortable bedding. While the location is central to local attractions, some guests have reported that food quality and bar service are not consistently high.What stands out

Spacious modern rooms

Outdoor and children's pools

Central location near attractions

Helpful staff

Watch out for

Food quality is below average

Slow bar service

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