Name: Residence Inn San Diego Carlsbad
Address: 2000 Faraday Avenue, City Center, Carlsbad, California, United States of America, Carlsbad, San Diego County, US
Price range: $198–$350 per night
Rating: 8.33

What guests think

At Residence Inn San Diego Carlsbad, reviewers consistently highlight clean, spacious suites with full kitchens, friendly and attentive staff, and a quiet, safe location convenient to Legoland and area attractions, making it especially appealing for families and longer stays.

Guests appreciate family-friendly amenities such as a warm pool and hot tub, basketball court, BBQs, laundry, and free on-site parking, as well as a generous complimentary breakfast. Repeated downsides are elevator outages across multiple stays and noise transfer from upper floors or hallway doors. Cleanliness earns strong praise overall, though a few reviews mention odors, pests, or other maintenance hiccups. Overall, expect a comfortable, convenient base near Legoland with welcoming service.

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Facilities

Guests value the heated pool and hot tub, basketball court, BBQs, laundry, and free on-site parking. Multiple reviews also report elevator outages during stays.

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10

Pardeep

Dec 4, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful clean hotel and amazing breakfast! Pool and Hot tub plus fire pit was excellent. Everyday breakfast changed and had all of the convenient breakfast needs. Great hotel and I highly recommend.

10

Alicia

Apr 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I traveled with my kids ranging from 13-4 years of age and this place had enough rooms for all 5 of us. The kids loved the basketball court and I enjoyed having my own room and bathroom from the kids.

10

Colleen

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hot tub, breakfast, and size of rooms with kitchen were all perfect for family trip!

10

Carolina

Mar 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had our studio room ready and clean. Called and asked for extra towels and blankets for pull out bed. Within a few minutes we had everything delivered. We went to the pool and jacuzzi at night, everything was heated and clean. We took advantage of the morning breakfast which was very good and they had many options. The service was above and beyond as it was being cleaned and stocked up as we ate. Went to the pool again, it was well kept, pool towels were available day and night. Overall service, room, food and amenities were great. Close within 5 minutes to LEGOLAND, Costco, Starbucks, restaurants. Would definitely recommend for families and adults.

10

Renee

Jan 28, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

The only issue was the elevator nearest my room was down for maintenance most of my stay. The people were so friendly and helpful, the breakfast was wonderful, and my room was clean. Great place to stay.

10

Mike

Apr 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Broken elevator, room door had a gap on top. Very small inconveniences, amazing stay! Will stay again!!!

10

Olivia

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Large suite. Immaculate rooms. Nice kitchen and facilities! Bed comfortable. Nice linens and towels. Enjoyed pool and hot tub. Breakfast was quite nice; hot items, as well as, cold. Quiet area away from hustle and bustle.

10

Sarah

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We really enjoyed our stay here. The hotel was in an extremely safe area and it was super quiet. There were many families there walking the grounds, but we never once heard the other guests at the hotel. The pool was warm and enjoyable for our kids (8 and 1), and the hot tub was clean and chlorinated. The complimentary breakfast was a hit for all family members, including one of the kids who is super picky! Love that all of the kitchen supplies were stocked, our room was extremely clean when we arrived and after housekeeping came. We also loved that the entirety of the staff was welcoming, warm, and friendly.

10

Mathew

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Free on site parking and easily accessible.

10

Maricela

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was a last minute stay and needed something that included breakfast. The breakfast was amazing! The room was clean. The grounds were clean. The gym was a stacked gym for all your training needs. Very pleased

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a strong point across reviews, with rooms and grounds often described as very clean or immaculate. A few guests noted issues such as odors, ants or small bugs, dusty areas, or worn carpets.

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Christopher

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Smelled like pet urine.

10

Katherine

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stay here frequently due to the clean rooms with a kitchen, friendly staff, and wonderful pool. We can’t wait to visit again.

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Karla

Dec 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was great and the room LOOKED clean, but our room had ants and so did the breakfast station, and everytime i said something the staff would be like "oh we're sorry about that." And then stare at you until you awkwardly left. House keeping is the only person who actually seemed concerned when i mention it to them. Its so so.

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Anurag

Dec 26, 2022

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Stayed 19,347 nights

Dirty and smelly carpet and room

10

chuck

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

always a great stay, great staff, wonderful breakfast and very clean rooms and overall property

10

Olivia

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Large suite. Immaculate rooms. Nice kitchen and facilities! Bed comfortable. Nice linens and towels. Enjoyed pool and hot tub. Breakfast was quite nice; hot items, as well as, cold. Quiet area away from hustle and bustle.

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MERCY

Nov 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The front desk staff in this property are wonderful! Really helpful and accommodating! Very convenient if you’re planning a trip to Legoland. Very quiet location. Breakfast in the morning was a plus! Room cleaning could be better, lots of dusty areas in the room.

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Sarah

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We really enjoyed our stay here. The hotel was in an extremely safe area and it was super quiet. There were many families there walking the grounds, but we never once heard the other guests at the hotel. The pool was warm and enjoyable for our kids (8 and 1), and the hot tub was clean and chlorinated. The complimentary breakfast was a hit for all family members, including one of the kids who is super picky! Love that all of the kitchen supplies were stocked, our room was extremely clean when we arrived and after housekeeping came. We also loved that the entirety of the staff was welcoming, warm, and friendly.

10

Paulina

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet, immaculate

10

Tommy

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I travel all over the country and I only like to take my family to hotels I know are very clean. The customer service at this hotel is flawless, our stay was comfortable to where the kids don't want to leave. Thank you for always providing the best experience every time we stay.

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Rooms

Suites are spacious and modern with full kitchens and strong shower pressure, suitable for families and longer stays. Some report noise transfer (creaky floors, footsteps, hallway doors), occasional loud A/C or appliances, and mixed bed comfort.

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Samantha

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is awesome! We booked the two bedroom suite and there was plenty of space for our family to relax. Breakfast was delicious with so many different options. Front desk staff was super friendly and helpful.

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Rodney

Apr 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Elevator was out of service the entire stay and a little loud in the rooms. Could hear the conversations of the people next door. Other than that, decent stay.

10

jennifer

Apr 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice remodeled hotel I tried for recent Legoland family spring break. Huge multi room suites with kitchens. Only thing I would recommend is putting in more plates and utensils since they were only exactly 4 for each one.

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Susan

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A/c not properly working. And squeaky floor boards. 3rd and 2nd floor

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Olivia

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Large suite. Immaculate rooms. Nice kitchen and facilities! Bed comfortable. Nice linens and towels. Enjoyed pool and hot tub. Breakfast was quite nice; hot items, as well as, cold. Quiet area away from hustle and bustle.

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Jennifer

Oct 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel room was extremely loud was woken up multiple times throughout the night. Could hear when someone in another room. Flushed their toilet. The beds were the most uncomfortable bed I’ve ever slept in.

10

Jon

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Two night stay. Room was large, modern and clean. Staff was great. All amenities at the hotel. No complaints.

10

Mario

Dec 31, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The water pressure in the shower is just Amazing. The breakfast could be a lil better though. Overall an excellent place to stay

6

Susan

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Noisy because we were on a busy street. And we can hear the floor creaking on the third floor from occupants. Our floor creaked in one of the rooms.

10

Jose

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay, everything was clean. Bed was a little hard for my preference. Breakfast was good would come here again!

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, professional, and accommodating, with smooth check-in. A few experienced lapses such as refusal of extra supplies or being relocated due to overbooking.

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Matthew

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the friendly, kind, and helpful staff so much, that makes the biggest difference to us when we decide on a hotel. We also were in town for my wife's moms funeral and it meant the world to us to be in such a wonderful environment, it was very clean, food was amazing for breakfast, and the location was close to trails, restaurants, the Palomar Airport, etc. Loved every second of our stay at Residence Inn!

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Neelura

Jan 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

disappointed that I had to be relocated to another hotel, approximately a half hour away, putting me further away from the conference I was attending and causing me to be late to my first event since what was expected to be a 15 minute commute ended up being more like an hour back-and-forth

10

Christopher

Oct 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was excellent

10

Marcella

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Seemless check in, immediately offered us a pamphlet of things to do and a map of where all the amenities were through the hotel. Excellent customer service and breakfast was amazing.

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DANILO

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Since we did not have every day housekeeping (which is fine), I asked front desk for extra toilet paper rolls and they told me that they are not allowed to give any. Something about us only staying two nights, and apparently they’re not allowed to give any extra toilet paper out, and the amount we have in the room should be sufficient. This is the first time I’ve ever stayed at a hotel where they denied additional toilet paper when requested. Front desk service was very disappointing.

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Michael

Nov 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Worst service ever

10

Gaetan

Dec 23, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

My stay was perfect. The staff really looks after you throughout your stay. Breakfast is great as well. High five to Hannah.

10

Robert

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Everyone was so nice at this residence inn. We loved the front desk staff and they gave us any accommodation we asked for. We really enjoyed our stay and felt like we were treated with respect especially moving out the last day because we're in between homes and we have all of our possessions with us. Instead of being like a vacation and just packing too, we were actually moving out all of our things. We were treated with kindness, respect, and consideration. Always give a full five star recommendation to anyone who asks about this establishment. Thank you for treating our family so well.

10

Jon

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly and inquisitive about our stay. Breakfast was fantastic and plenty of options. Room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. Would stay again.

10

Denise

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Comfortable room, great staff

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Location

Set in a quiet, safe business area convenient to Legoland and regional attractions, with dining and shopping a short drive away. A few note the business-park setting feels removed from walkable options.

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Kristin

Nov 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was amazing. Breafast was delicious with more options than I’ve ever seen a hotel have. Including pumpkin spice waffles!! When we stay in the San Diego area, we will be staying here again. Neighborhood is in a business district, so it’s very quiet, but it’s close enough to everything. Safe spot and convenient.

8

Charlotte

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Although it was surrounded by office space, the hotel wasn't far from shopping and dining. The hotel and staff are nice. It is not close to SD but the drive was scenic.

10

Stefanie

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, quiet location!

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AMLAN

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a fantastic property located in a very safe and quiet area. I traveled with my family, including two kids, and we had a wonderful experience. The front desk and staff provided excellent service and were very responsive. The breakfast offered a great variety of options, and the kids loved spending time in the pool. There were plenty of Indian restaurant options within a few miles. The property is also conveniently located near Legoland, just a 7-8 minute drive away. We will definitely visit again!

10

Frank

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Like everything except that it's in an industrial park. Not close to dining or shopping. Otherwise great

10

Andre

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great time and everyone was very friendly, convenient location and clean.

10

Kimberly

Jul 4, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great hotel for family stays. Studio had a kitchenette and everything to go with it. Staff is friendly. Pool is great. Breakfast is great considering a lot of people attend. Be there early because when they say they stop, they stop. We don't expect people to clean our rooms daily so we were fine with that. If you are, then you might need to request it. It’s in a quiet business area and only 7 minutes to Legoland.

10

Edward

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel, close to LEGOLAND, the beach and places to shop. We enjoyed our 3 night stay here during our annual San Diego and LEGOLAND trip. Front desk staff was amazing and friendly. We were checked in early on our arrival day and greeted. Front desk staff also shared all services they offered guest on property. We have a great time. We will definitely stay here again in the future.

10

Aileen

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Comfortable and close by to seaworld, San Diego zoo and Lego land

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David

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to Legoland and various shopping - also has a full fridge and kitchenette so you can store groceries and make meals.

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Dining

Breakfast receives strong reviews for variety and quality, with options that please families. Several note the space can be crowded and the layout congested at busy times.

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10

Pardeep

Dec 4, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful clean hotel and amazing breakfast! Pool and Hot tub plus fire pit was excellent. Everyday breakfast changed and had all of the convenient breakfast needs. Great hotel and I highly recommend.

8

Carmen

Oct 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great area and easy place to stay near Legoland. Breakfast was wonderful. Very packed but they kept replacing everything. Staff was great. Felt very safe. Very close to restaurants if you are coming in late like us. Close to stores like Walgreens and Trader Joe’s. My only complaint is the sheets and very thin and the room was very damp for some reason.

10

Rutilo

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean and the best free breakfast. Staff is so professional:)

10

Isabella

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We loves the complimentary breakfast with eggs, sausage, yogurt, cereal, muffins, juice, waffles, and more! The kids loved the breakfast!

10

Jon

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was friendly and inquisitive about our stay. Breakfast was fantastic and plenty of options. Room was clean, spacious and very comfortable. Would stay again.

10

Karma

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Good breakfast selection. Friendly staff.

6

Jason

Dec 30, 2022

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Stayed 19,354 nights

They offer free breakfast but it's small place and overcrowded.

10

Mario

Dec 31, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The water pressure in the shower is just Amazing. The breakfast could be a lil better though. Overall an excellent place to stay

10

Beverly

Dec 4, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Comfortable bed, great space with a kitchen. Staff was super nice. Breakfast buffet was the best I've ever seen. Had to tip the servers because it was that good. Many options for adults and children. The eggs were never dry and plenty of toppings for oatmeal and eggs. The pool is heated and the jacuzzi was nice and hot. There was a TV by the BBQ so we could grill and watch football. Plus there was heaters if you ate chilly. I will always look at staying at a Residence Inn if I get all the same perks. Wonderful stay for our family. We stayed for 5 days.

10

Michael

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The good, hotel staff professional, friendly, & helpful. Rooms are clean, plenty of luggage carts available. The bad, reception area needs to draw more attention to guests registering, parking spaces have many compact spaces, mostly full size sedans and larger in the lot. breakfast layout leads to groups of people standing around, no flow, and sitting area over crowded.

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Month	Average price
January	$179
February	$198
March	$248
April	$213
May	$210
June	$270
July	$313
August	$263
September	$195
October	$195
November	$183
December	$176

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13	14	15 $232	16 $277	17 $256	18 $248	19 $248
20 $212	21 $212	22 $212	23 $222	24 $211	25 $252	26 $252
27 $198	28 $208	29 $208	30 $208

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $208	2 $252	3 $252
4 $208	5 $218	6 $218	7 $218	8 $218	9 $350	10 $298
11 $208	12 $218	13 $218	14 $218	15 $218	16 $248	17 $248
18 $202	19 $218	20 $218	21 $218	22 $218	23 $248	24 $248
25 $204	26 $218	27 $218	28 $218	29 $217	30 $198	31 $198

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Room options

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Hearing Accessible)

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