Marathon Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (34 reviews)
19 Marathon Lane , North Head , CA

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Hiking
Fishing
Cycling
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Cons:
No breakfast service
Outside condition needs improvement

Categories

Cleanliness
8.38
Outside was a bit rundown but rooms were nice.
Service
9.35
Vriendelijk personeel die alles heeft uitgelegd.
Location
9.39
Owners were very helpful and location was perfect.
Room Quality
8.84
Mooie grote kamer.
Amenities
8.37
Er is geen ontbijt en geen diner-service.
Value for Money
8.83
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
8.38
Average breakfast service.
Overall Experience
8.85
Overall, a lovely stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 02:23

Property Description

Sea View Rooms
Indulge in breathtaking views of the sea from select rooms at Marathon Hotel.

Outdoor Amenities
Relax and unwind in the sun terrace or take a leisurely stroll through the hotel's beautiful garden.

Activities Nearby
Explore the natural beauty of North Head with hiking, fishing, and bike hire options just a stone's throw away.

To book your stay at Marathon Hotel and experience seaside relaxation, visit our website now!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 34 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.38
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 8.84
Amenities: 8.37
Value for Money: 8.83
Food and Beverage: 8.38
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Eva • family_with_children • cz
9
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Cindy • couple • ca
10
Pros:

The Host was very accommodating.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Archie • couple • ca
9
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Eunice • solo_traveller • us
3
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • solo_traveller • us
10
Charming historic inn offering spacious rooms
Pros:

Charming historic inn at North Head, conveniently close to the ferry terminal. Clean comfortable and spacious rooms and bathroom. Having a fridge with freezer as well as a microwave was appreciated. Owners were very warm and welcoming. Loved the antique furniture. Highly recommend this hotel!

Cons:

Nothing. Would definitely return

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • couple • ca
10
We had a lovely stay in a very rustic place but had all the luxuries and modern conveniences thst we wanted.
Pros:

It was close to the center of town. Very close to ferry terminal and Swallow tail lighthouse. It is a very old hotel but very modern. However they have kept the old character of the property alive. It is beautiful. I love the use of antiques to populate the hallways and the rooms. I love the fact that their small fridge had a freezer portion! I could put my freezer packs in there to freeze. The bathroom be had been totally revamped and lovely. Loved the cozy round table for eating snacks.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • us
10
I recommend The Marathon and Grand Manan!
Pros:

My husband and I love historical buildings and decor. We love the carved wood and wide board floors. The hotel is elevated so the view from floor 3 of the harbor was beautiful.
The location was excellent.

Al, the owner, could not do enough for us. He was kind, gracious and respectful.

Thank you!

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Bartlett • couple • ca
8
Inn was charand
Pros:

Breakfasts were prompt and complete, served in a friendly, cheerful manner.

Cons:

No kettle or tea/coffee/milk available in room. Staff seemed unknowledgeable about some aspects of the upland.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Josiane • couple • ca
9
Endroit parfait pour se ressourcer, propriétaires charmants et attentionnés.
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Réal • couple • ca
9
Merveilleux
Pros:

Expérience

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Lorna Jane • couple • us
8
Pros:

It’s an extraordinary historical in. and the location is terrific. We were one of only two guests and were given the best room with a view. Room and bathroom were excellent and decorated appropriately for the period.

Cons:

We were there in late June which is apparently out of season. There was not one restaurant open after 6:30 on the whole island so we ate cheese and crackers. If the hotel had breakfast, or even coffee or tea, that was also inaccessible out of season. The grocery store is, well, an island grocery store. But, this is also what makes the Island special. You can’t have it both ways. Just be prepared. I wish I’d got groceries in ME before getting on the ferry. But none of this is about the hotel.. which was great. VERY comfy bed.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Christine • solo_traveller • ca
8
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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giuseppe • extended_group • ca
7
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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M • couple • ca
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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jason • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Prue • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Erika Baum • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Aan te bevelen. Mooie grote kamer. Ja het is een oud gebouw, dat houd ik gelukkig van.
Vriendelijk personeel die alles heeft uitgelegd. Ook hoe de douche/badkraan werkt

Er is geen ontbijt en geen diner-service.

Cons:

Niets. Werd wakker met reeën in de tuin.

2025-10-02 • via Nuitee
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Sara • couple • ca
9
Pros:

Beautiful getaway!

2025-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Chris • family_with_children • ca
9
Grand Manan Island 🏝
Pros:

It close to the ferry ⛴️ and close to restaurants
Overall and they do breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-08-24 • via Nuitee