Name: Comfort Inn Albert Lea at Trails Travel Center
Address: 810 Happy Trails Lane, Albert Lea, Minnesota, United States of America, Albert Lea, Minnesota, US
Price range: $81–$144 per night
Rating: 8.25

What guests think

At Comfort Inn Albert Lea at Trails Travel Center, guests praise the friendly, helpful staff and convenient highway and truck stop location with nearby dining, while opinions diverge on cleanliness and condition, ranging from very clean to dated or musty.

Rooms are generally comfortable, though several note dated fixtures, occasional noisy metal bed bases, and noise from trucks or certain hallway-adjacent rooms. Breakfast earns frequent praise for selection, but a few guests found hot items limited or unavailable; feedback on the pool and hot tub ranges from clean and relaxing to cold or poorly maintained. Expect a practical stopover with convenient access and variable room and facility quality.

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Facilities

Guests mention the pool and hot tub, with mixed feedback—some found them clean and relaxing, others reported cold water or dirty conditions. Parking is convenient for RVs and semis, and the property is pet friendly.

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Brandon

Dec 30, 2022

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Stayed 19,350 nights

We pulled in during a blizzard and it was a very comfortable room with huge TV. Nice pool and hot tub as well

8

Janice

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stop at this hotel on our way back north..it’s convenient for us to stop at with ample parking for our RV

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Rebecca

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pool bottom was slippery gross looks of algae..not taken care of. I usually always stay here when in albert lea... they need to clean the pool..and for a heated pool its freezing..

10

Scott

Jan 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Semi parking

4

william

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location just off the Hi way. Main problem was the TV,s were out in the whole hotel and because their hotel did not have very many guests stay they did not have any hot breakfast for the quests. For $140.00 not very impressed

10

Mary

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bed is phenomenal! The woman at the front desk was so helpful and getting me a hotel in Missouri for the next night the hot tub was nice and hot. The water in the shower was nice and hot and the little lotion bottle hanging off the wall was cute.

10

Don

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room. Quite,clean,comfortable bed. Pool was clean. All employees were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was hot and fresh. Would recommend this for anyone.

10

Brad

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pool was nice for our infant to splash around. Not busy at all when we were there.

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Justin

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pool was disgusting, just dirty everywhere, electric outlets are dirty, no carpet in the room, stains on walls, dirty linens. I will not stay here again. Gross.

10

stacey

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We’ve stayed here several times. It’s dog-friendly, convenient walking trail, easy access from the highway and restaurant and gas station in the same area.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews describe clean rooms and public areas, but several report issues such as dirty bathrooms or linens, leftover items, musty odors, and occasional housekeeping lapses.

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Melissa

Aug 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I was greated by staff right away. I appreciated being told that there would be a bday party at the pool at a certain time. The room could have been a little cleaner and smelled better.

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Lori

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property is very outdated and our room was not very clean. Room was spacious, Bed was comfortable and there were 2 comfortable chairs which we appreciated.

10

Tammie

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean property. When I first pulled in, I could tell it was more suited for an easy exit for truckers. It is very well kept and lit. The place was very clean. There were many many families staying there as well. I felt super safe. Right next-door was a large convenience store and a couple of Dining options.

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Tammie

Jan 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Bathroom could have been cleaner. Exhaust fan was dirty and there was hair on the floor.

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Misty

Mar 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The only complaint I would have is that when we entered the room and I checked that bathroom, there was urine in the stool and no one flushed it. So I had to clean the toilet.

10

Rhea

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The young man that greeted me on my arrival was very friendly and helpful. The room was very nice and clean.

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Carrie

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was dirty- bedding was stained, there was an old cup of coffee on the floor by the chair, and it stunk like a wet basement.

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Eileen

Jul 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very dirty.

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Melissa

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property was okay. The bathroom was dirty and had mold, so we were not happy with that, but everything else was pretty good.

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Robert

Dec 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location was convenient. Price was reasonable. Breakfast was good. Bedding had human hairs on the sheets. The bedroom carpet beside the bed was dirty. Dog hairs on the hallway carpet.

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Rooms

Beds are often comfortable and some rooms are spacious and quiet, but decor and fixtures feel dated to several guests, with multiple reports of noisy metal bed bases and occasional noise from trucks or certain locations in the building.

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Lori

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property is very outdated and our room was not very clean. Room was spacious, Bed was comfortable and there were 2 comfortable chairs which we appreciated.

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Jessica

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is very loud. We were in a room under the staircase and could hear people walking up and down all through the night. We weren't able to sleep very well. It was clean, but the fixtures are old.

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KELLY

Dec 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

They are updating the hotel. While it looks nice, there are some major flaws. Loudest bed ever. The mattress is comfortable but it’s on a metal plate. Every time you get in or out or move around, it sounds like thunder or a metal drum banging. Strangest hotel bed I’ve ever experienced. The bed is also high so the senior citizen I’m traveling with can’t get into the bed. She’s going to have to sleep in a chair. On the other hand, the toilet is so low that I have to help her get off of it. I would not stay here again.

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Matt

Dec 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately, we were placed in a room on the 2nd floor near an open balcony above the front desk. The room was fantastic until about 5am when other guests began departing. Then it became unbearably noisy as if someone was having a conversation in our room. We had a late arrival the night before making it even more disappointing. I’m positive that if we were in just about any other room in the hotel it would not have been a problem. Beware of room 215. Hopefully the management only places guests in this room again only if absolutely necessary.

8

Kevin

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The metal under the bed made a noise whenever you got in or out.

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Jennifer

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The bed and bathroom were clean. The property is dated but it was clean and fine for a good night sleep. It was quiet even though the hotel was full.

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Timothy

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good stop for a night. There’s a truck stop next door so I would think it could be noisy. Either we were really tired or it was a slow truck night. Best night sleep in 8 nights. Bed was great. If you’re a breakfast person - skip it.

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Corey

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious and clean.

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Sam

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk people were very sweet! Hotel is very outdated WHICH I don’t mind! It gives a little nostalgic feel to it! But the bed was extremely uncomfortable. Probably a very old mattress with lots of dead skill cells and hair and just so uncomfortable to sleep on. There was no body wash either in the shower. The plug ins for a charger would not work. The room was like 78 degrees when we got there and could not figure out the thermostat for awhile. Tv was the worst it was so old you couldn’t watch anything on it or even connect ur phone to it. Shower was so old and the pressure was just the awful and there tub is so old and outdated it was probably very clean but it felt dirty and old. There’s barely anything to eat around the hotel expect fast food. There’s nothing to really DO either. It’s definitely more for a one night trucker stay or just need something cheap and quick. It’s definitely not a resort type of hotel by any means and we knew that going in just definitely expected a little bit more

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Steve

Sep 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Right next to a truck stop and our room was on the side where they park. Semis leaving at 1:30 in the morning.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, including quick check-in and thoughtful assistance. A few complaints cite professionalism concerns, smoking near the entrance, missed room service during stays, or billing/tax frustrations.

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Robert

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Checked into this property after a long road trip. I usually stay at choice hotels so I thought this was a safe bet. The staff was not professional. There was a large dog behind the check-in counter, which seemed offputting. The shower was so short that I had to bend down just to wet my hair. The hallways and overall appearance was very outdated. The coffee was not good. The cleanliness was average. I would not recommend or stay there again.

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Freddie

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

No one ever comes to clean our room the entire stay. Had to go to front desk to get fresh towels. Not very good for the price I paid.

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Darwin

Dec 3, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Our goal was to make it to a family members home in the Cities. However, due to a couple of issues we realized that was going to happen so we made a last minute hotel reservation. When we arrived we were tired and a bit overwhelmed. Our hostess was so sweet and after we told her what happened she said "you deserve an upgrade to your room" and gave us a jacuzzi suite. What a fantastic treat! The room was comfortable and quiet and just what we needed.

10

Mark

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent service

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Judy

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

check in was quick and easy, room was clean but the toilet was very low to floor, Breakfast was good many options. The floor between the entrance door and rug was very slick due to the snow noriced in the morning they put a small rug there.

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Mary

Dec 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bed is phenomenal! The woman at the front desk was so helpful and getting me a hotel in Missouri for the next night the hot tub was nice and hot. The water in the shower was nice and hot and the little lotion bottle hanging off the wall was cute.

10

Megan

Jun 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff was very helpful. Beds were comfortable. Room was clean. Breakfast was good.

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Randy

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very pleasant and friendly staff

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Clifford

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I especially liked the breakfast and housecleaning crew. They were very friendly and helpful. All seemed to be very happy. I do wish though that some staff not smoke at the front door and keep trash cans clean and emptied.

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Elizabeth

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone was very friendly and the breakfast was plentiful and a nice selection of both warm and cold options!

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Location

Convenient stop just off the highway at a truck stop, with nearby dining and gas. Several guests mention potential nighttime truck noise depending on room placement, and some also mention feeling safe.

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Tammie

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean property. When I first pulled in, I could tell it was more suited for an easy exit for truckers. It is very well kept and lit. The place was very clean. There were many many families staying there as well. I felt super safe. Right next-door was a large convenience store and a couple of Dining options.

10

Xiriana

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

very clean, quiet and convenient location

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Carolyn

Mar 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great stay. Quiet, close to restaurants, coffee and shopping.

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Linda

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel at a truck stop that wasn't clear in the description. Room had a strange odor when entering the first time. Fairly quiet considering its location.

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Wendy

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Liked that is was near a convenient store and restaurant nice if you just want to grab something front desk staff very friendly,breakfast was delicious

10

KENT

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient location right next to the truck stop

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Kim

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Just needed a good night sleep, it’s near a weight scale for semi-trucks & the freeway. Quite a bit of noise but the place was clean & staff friendly.

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Allen

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Close to multiple dining

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Steve

Sep 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Right next to a truck stop and our room was on the side where they park. Semis leaving at 1:30 in the morning.

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stacey

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We’ve stayed here several times. It’s dog-friendly, convenient walking trail, easy access from the highway and restaurant and gas station in the same area.

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Dining

Breakfast is commonly praised for being hot, fresh, and offering a decent selection. Some guests found the area small or noted limited or missing hot items at times, and a few suggested skipping it.

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Andre

Apr 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No hot meat for breakfast.

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Wendy

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Liked that is was near a convenient store and restaurant nice if you just want to grab something front desk staff very friendly,breakfast was delicious

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Timothy

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good stop for a night. There’s a truck stop next door so I would think it could be noisy. Either we were really tired or it was a slow truck night. Best night sleep in 8 nights. Bed was great. If you’re a breakfast person - skip it.

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Judy

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

check in was quick and easy, room was clean but the toilet was very low to floor, Breakfast was good many options. The floor between the entrance door and rug was very slick due to the snow noriced in the morning they put a small rug there.

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Meri

Jun 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was everything we needed and nothing we didn’t need for an overnight stay while passing through. Staff was friendly and helpful. Our bed was comfortable and the shower was great. Breakfast was included in our stay. Nothing fancy but a nice selection.

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william

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location just off the Hi way. Main problem was the TV,s were out in the whole hotel and because their hotel did not have very many guests stay they did not have any hot breakfast for the quests. For $140.00 not very impressed

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Don

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room. Quite,clean,comfortable bed. Pool was clean. All employees were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was hot and fresh. Would recommend this for anyone.

10

Yadakna

Aug 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great breakfast and Staff were very nice!

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Clifford

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I especially liked the breakfast and housecleaning crew. They were very friendly and helpful. All seemed to be very happy. I do wish though that some staff not smoke at the front door and keep trash cans clean and emptied.

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Elizabeth

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone was very friendly and the breakfast was plentiful and a nice selection of both warm and cold options!

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Month	Average price
January	$94
February	$102
March	$87
April	$85
May	$109
June	$121
July	$112
August	$118
September	$125
October	$108
November	$106
December	$99

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18 $131	19 $117
20 $96	21 $125	22 $113	23 $111	24 $107	25 $111	26 $119
27 $85	28 $96	29 $96	30 $96

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $96	2 $91	3 $88
4 $81	5 $89	6 $96	7 $96	8 $91	9 $98	10 $88
11 $82	12 $90	13 $89	14 $91	15 $85	16 $97	17 $108
18 $82	19 $84	20 $84	21 $84	22 $84	23 $144	24 $88
25 $82	26 $85	27 $85	28 $85	29 $85	30 $89	31 $85

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