Name: Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa
Address: 5434 Kearny Mesa Rd, Kearny Mesa, San Diego, California, United States of America, San Diego, California, US
Price range: $129–$336 per night
Rating: 8.8

What guests think

Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa earns strong praise for very clean rooms, friendly staff, and a generally comfortable, modern stay, while frequent notes highlight convenient freeway access and a complimentary breakfast that many guests find generous and well managed.

Common drawbacks include an $18 nightly parking fee, construction and area noise at times, and occasional maintenance issues such as an out-of-service elevator or noisy heating/AC. The location is handy for driving to the zoo, SeaWorld, and plenty of dining, though the immediate area is more industrial and less walkable. Expect a clean, comfortable base with friendly service and a few trade-offs.

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Facilities

On-site facilities include a gym and an outdoor pool, which several guests liked, though the pool was sometimes cold and there is no hot tub. Many reviews note a nightly parking fee (often $18), occasional limited parking, and periodic elevator or renovation disruptions.

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Katie

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was very clean and well-kept. No tagging in the elevators, strange smells or trash in the hallways. Peter at the desk was extremely friendly and welcoming. The only complaint I have is that, when we checked out they tagged on $18 to park in their OWN parking lot and this was not displayed on Expedia's, "The Price You See is the Price You Get" invoice. Felt a little 'nickle-and-dimed' over that.

10

Vivian

Mar 16, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Great stay for my family and I. Lots of Asian food options in the area. Only downside was no hot tub and pool was cold even though it’s heated so no one really used it. Breakfast options were great!

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ken

Dec 24, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel was fine, breakfast decent, way over priced parking especially since the parking lot was near empty. Parked 2 cars for 4 nights, cost me almost $160.UNBELIEVABLE.. FOR THIS SINGLE REASON, WE WILL NEVER STAY AT THIS HOTEL AGAIN.

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Cara

Dec 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Room was large, temp was thermostatically controlled (yay!), perfectly clean, and quiet. My only complaint is that one elevator is out-of-service, and our room was far far from the working elevator. We did not ask to be moved though, too tired!

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Steve

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay was nice except for the 18.00 a day for parking. You would think paying over 200.00 a night for a room would include parking! But you have to be sneaky about it and charge it to my card after checking in?. Because of this I won't be staying at this Hotel again next time my daughter has a weekend softball tournament.

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Kimberly

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is nice, parking is a nightmare

8

Roksana

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool is outdated and no jacuzzi, but rooms were very clean and updated.

10

Sean

Oct 7, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Very nice hotel. Breakfast was great each morning. Staff were attentive and kept everything clean. Gym was also great!

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Alan

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The fitness center was well equipped, very responsive staff to our requests. I should have done a better job researching the fees as there is an $18/ day parking fee.

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Maria

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were surprised to know that the pool was under renovation at checkin. We are very disappointed because we chose this hotel for their pool. Neither were we told by Expedia that the pool was under renovation!!

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently praise very clean rooms and well-kept common areas. A minority report issues such as dirty or stained areas and occasional pests (ants), indicating some inconsistency.

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Brandon

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our sheets were dirty with hair and debris and not changed before our arrival. The man at the front desk brought new ones to our room late at night, but it was gross, and the sofa also had hair and I transferred one onto my beverage as I was drinking. We had maid service on one day of four an my wife admittedly doesn’t get moving early but they were not around at all after about 12-1230. The breakfast was OK, the front desk staff was the saving grace as they were friendly and attentive. I would think twice about staying here again though the location was good for our agenda.

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Tyrena

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Room had a minor ant infestation.

10

Melissa

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was easy and fast, everything was very clean, furniture is not worn out and old. Breakfast was amazing, I was so surprised with their options and you get to make your own waffles. Definitely worth the stay.

10

Rachel

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room, clean and updated lobby, great breakfast.

10

Angelina

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was super clean. Hotel wa San excellent location for our needs. Close to the freeway and everywhere we had to be and wanted to be. Breakfast area was clean and staff was very friendly. Highly recommend.

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Benjamin

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room carpet was very dirty and sticky, bathroom wall had water leak damage and possible mold behind wall. Very noisy, windows and door does not provide any noise cancelation. Manager did not offer any concessions after i requested due to poor conditions.

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Magdalena

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The beds were incredibly comfortable and the room was immaculate. The hotel room was very modern and up to date.

10

Wen

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our family had a wonderful stay here. Amazing breakfast options, as other reviewers have pointed out. Very friendly and helpful front desk. I also enjoyed small thoughtful details, such as night light in the bathroom, heated mirror, water (and lemon water) available in the lobby all day long, which all elevated the experience. The hotel is located within 4 min of many small road-side plazas, full of eatery options. If I am in the area again, I will definitely stay here.

10

Heather

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean. Lobby was very comfortable and clean

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Jean

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and modern room and bathroom. Comfortable beds and pillows. Fridge and microwave. Friendly staff. Hot and cold breakfast options included. Charge for parking.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally modern, comfortable, and reasonably spacious, with effective in-room climate control. Some guests mention mattress comfort issues, storage/layout quirks, missing tubs after renovation, and noise from construction or HVAC.

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William

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room 219 needs blackout curtains to block out nighttime street lights.

6

Amanda

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Free breakfast, all USB charging ports in my room are non-working.

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Dawn

Aug 8, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

It was very clean and quiet. The only complaint I have is that there weren’t regular dresser drawers for clothes like other hotels and Hampton Inn have, it only had a weird wire rack that looked like what would be in a dish washer underneath the tv. So for 3 days I left my clothes in my suitcase since the wire rack was strange and wasn’t appropriate for clothes. I was not too happy about that. In the closet was the mini refrigerator which is a very strange place for it as it is usually near the microwave but not in this room, therefore my dresses were hanging above and on the fridge. Not convenient at all. And that left no room for shoes or anything else you might want to put in a closet. Everything else was perfect.

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SEUNG EON

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good hotel, but heater was pretty noisy.

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Cara

Dec 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Room was large, temp was thermostatically controlled (yay!), perfectly clean, and quiet. My only complaint is that one elevator is out-of-service, and our room was far far from the working elevator. We did not ask to be moved though, too tired!

10

Crystal

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, comfortable, spacious for family of 4, good amenities, free breakfast. Easy to get to and only 15 minutes from SeaWorld. $18/night for parking but easy to find a parking spot.

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Brian

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms on hotel website do NOT MATCH ACTUAL ROOMS. For instance, there are no tubs in any rooms; they’re shown in abundance on the website. “Oh. We remodeled and haven’t updated the web.” Very, very frustrating. No dice on canceling to find another place with a tub. Minor? Not if you like baths.

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Nadia

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and spacious, staff were nice, but the mattress was very old and flat. It felt like my hip bone is touching the springs! The mattress definitely needs to be changed. If you are a light sleeper, choose your room on the opposite side of the construction which started at 7 am! I couldn't sleep after that and i'm a heavy sleeper!

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Ashley

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Pros: rooms were clean, towels replaced and beds made everyday we stayed (I really enjoy this- most hotels I’ve stayed at in recent years don’t, so this was a lovely touch), staff was friendly, beds were mostly comfortable (bedding was amazing, mattress was very soft-I’m use to firm), access to room was simple even being on level 4, check in and check out was simple, Cons: mattress was too soft for my preference,

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Pamela

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was fine, the bed made a lot of noise, and the area surrounding the hotel was very noisy. Lots of people shouting and the construction started super early in the morning on saturday

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and responsive across front desk and breakfast teams. A few guests experienced rude or unhelpful interactions or poor problem resolution.

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Claire

Oct 13, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

We selected this hotel for location, however the services provided by the hotel and staff were excellent. Staff could not have been more helpful, from the manager (very visible during our stay), to reception and housekeeping staff. The complimentary breakfast was very good, and again staff couldn't have been more attentive during this service. Rooms were well equipped (even had a microwave). I would highly recommend this hotel.

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Steve

Jan 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Two days before our stay, wild fires cancelled all termite fumigations. We called the hotel to cancel....NO! was their answer. Can I have a credit or partial refund. NO!! was their answer. Acts of God don't matter...the only thing they cared about was $$$$$$. Sad.

10

Venessa

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel Staff are very polite and knowledgeable about the area. I was new to San Diego, and they were very helpful with suggestions for lunch and dinner and well a attractions.

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Jake

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff all around

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Margarito

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great breakfast. A big thank you to Irish. We left some toys behind. She was able to find them. She had them ready for us when we picked them up. That made the little one very happy.

10

Kimberly

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great customer service.

10

Wen

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our family had a wonderful stay here. Amazing breakfast options, as other reviewers have pointed out. Very friendly and helpful front desk. I also enjoyed small thoughtful details, such as night light in the bathroom, heated mirror, water (and lemon water) available in the lobby all day long, which all elevated the experience. The hotel is located within 4 min of many small road-side plazas, full of eatery options. If I am in the area again, I will definitely stay here.

8

GERARDO

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The MOD at night jas no idea about customer service, I have to paid for parking space and there we no spots, due some big truck using 3 to 4 spaces, the MOD was very rude,

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Kara

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room and great front desk staff and service

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Alba

Jul 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were given the room by the ice machine; there were people going to get ice throughout the night-DRUNK and LOUD. I pay about &400 for one night and didn’t get any sleep. The thermostat was on a schedule and shut off in the middle of the night which made it hot. I shared this at check out and all they said was, “Thanks, I’ll share with management.” Then I was over charged, which is protocol, but I didn’t know until I had to call them back and say that I didn’t receive a emailed receipt but see a charge for mare than what the room total shows on the app. THEN they explained that it will be adjusted later. Poor customer service.

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Location

Convenient for drivers with easy freeway access to area attractions and numerous dining options nearby. The immediate area feels industrial with limited walkability, and several reviews mention nearby construction or security concerns.

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Ronald

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Chose this Hampton Inn because it was convenient to the zoo and freeways. Quiet, clean and friendly staff. Didn’t like the fee for checking in one hour early. The breakfast was not up to the Hampton standard and there was very little within walking distance.

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Manuel

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to freeway.

10

Howard

Jan 16, 2023

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Stayed 19,368 nights

Good location, convenient to where we wanted to go.

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Noel

Nov 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A Nice property - but not having a car had to Uber everywhere - not really close to Old Town or Downtown - easy to get an Uber however. I could not fault the amenity.

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Luke

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel itself was fine property next door has a sketchy element could not get sound rest wondering if my vehicle would be vandalized

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Michelle

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It was clean and suited my needs for a short trip. They are doing construction right next door so it tended to be a little noisy.

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Laurene

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The location was ideal for our trip

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maria

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was very clean and nice. Only downfall not of thier part, but difficult to get out of parking lot at times because there is an amazon warehouse nearby and the trucks pile up and don't let you out.

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Tuan

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great, room was very cleanliness. I very like it but at every night I stayed, I don’t know why hotel let the strangers man stay at lobby and he make noisy and in the morning I saw at the place last night this men stay was very messy, a lot of trash and a lot of empty bottle. My mom was scared about him and she couldn’t sleep by his noise. This guy look like homeless. So I think the hotel need pay attention to the security and keep safe for their customer. Don’t let the stranger get in at night.

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Richard

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We’ve stayed at this hotel twice & it’s decent enough that we would probably book it again. It’s close to expressways & about a hundred oriental restaurants. We like it because it is located between the zoo and the safari park.

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Dining

Complimentary breakfast is widely appreciated for variety and waffle makers, with attentive attendants keeping items stocked. Some guests found offerings basic, crowded at peak times, or inconsistently replenished.

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Richard

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

I would have liked bacon for breakfast instead of sausage everyday.

10

ana

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent facilities and staff, the only issue is about the breakfast, it’s very basic and not so good, but it’s ok.

10

Melissa

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was easy and fast, everything was very clean, furniture is not worn out and old. Breakfast was amazing, I was so surprised with their options and you get to make your own waffles. Definitely worth the stay.

10

Rachel

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room, clean and updated lobby, great breakfast.

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Dolores

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room cleanliness and breakfast buffet was too crowded due to breakfast time from 6 am - 9 am. On weekends it should be from 6-10 am. too many people and the food run out quickly. not place where to seat with my family of 6. the bedroom furniture was dirty and had food stains everywhere.

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Vania

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean and comfortable. However, I wish the breakfast options were fresher and more varied.

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Evangeline

Mar 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff, good breakfast.

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Sandra

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was convenient for what we needed. The hotel is undergoing some renovations and the renovations staff were great about keeping their work site clean. The morning breakfast and staff is well below par for Hampton. We have stayed at many Hamptons for work, this is not the norm. The food area was clean...but food items left empty....coffee was left empty...and basic stuff just not even available and nobody checking at 7:30 am.

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Stanley

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great facility with friendly staff. The main issue is that you are charged $18 per night for parking. Minor issues include road noise, small amounts of shampoo/body wash, breakfast area a little small.

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Debbie

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was excellent, the bed comfy and amenities were very nice. Breakfast had many options including 3 waffle makers with two flavors of batter. The staff overlooking the breakfast area were very helpful and worked hard to keep everything stocked and clean. My one negative is having to pay to park at a hotel you’re already paying to stay at. It’s ridiculous to add an additional fee on to stay there.

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Month	Average price
January	$139
February	$166
March	$161
April	$177
May	$166
June	$228
July	$255
August	$174
September	$163
October	$161
November	$162
December	$160

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $242	15	16	17 $235	18 $226	19 $237
20 $134	21 $151	22 $179	23 $184	24 $232	25 $233	26 $223
27 $129	28 $154	29 $146	30 $148

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $150	2 $241	3 $229
4 $135	5 $141	6 $160	7 $140	8 $146	9 $332	10 $325
11 $162	12 $150	13 $158	14 $170	15 $144	16 $198	17 $211
18 $142	19 $149	20 $180	21 $220	22 $151	23 $159	24 $336
25 $136	26 $142	27 $145	28 $145	29 $135	30 $149	31 $149

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Shower)

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