Name: Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown
Address: 1815 Front Street, Croasdaile Farm Master, Durham, North Carolina, United States of America, Durham, Durham County, US
Price range: US$97–US$230 per night
Rating: 7.82

What guests think

Across reviews, guests describe Courtyard Durham Near Duke University/Downtown as convenient for Duke visits and highway access, with a pleasant courtyard and pool, but also report aging rooms, stained carpets, and noise from the interstate or other rooms.

Service is consistently praised for welcoming, professional front-desk teams and a helpful shuttle to Duke. Cleanliness feedback is mixed, with many clean rooms contrasted by dirty or worn carpets, odors, and housekeeping that may be by request rather than daily. Dining centers on an on-site Starbucks/bistro; guests frequently note no complimentary breakfast, higher prices, and inconsistent operating hours despite walkable restaurants nearby. Expect a convenient, service-forward stay in an older property with some noise trade-offs.

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Facilities

Guests like the courtyard, outdoor pool, and fire pit, plus a scheduled shuttle to Duke. However, bistro/pool hours can be inconsistent and the business center computers feel dated.

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8

Mariana

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It is near Duke University, has a shuttle service on schedule, and a very charming pool and outdoor lounge area. Rooms are nice with a comforting view to inner courtyard.

10

Gary

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient; nice room and clean swimming pool. An older property and hall carpets need replacing.

10

Brian

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice pool and fire pit area. Staff were friendly and helpful.

8

Sara

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First floor opened to pool. Room was comfortable. Stayed here for visit to Duke Clinic which is about a 3 mile drive.

4

Shakira

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Kind and attentive staff. The lobby is attractive, and the fitness center and pool area were great. However, sleeping at this facility left me completely unrested. The walls are paper-thin. In the first room we were in, you could hear cars, trucks, motorcycles. It got so bad, we packed up our things, contacted the front desk, and moved to another room in the middle of the night. The new room was great for being away from the highway, but terrible for everything else. We could hear people talking, showering, closing doors. The room next door was so loud in conversation that I had to knock on his door to tell him to talk softer. We should not have been able to hear him in the first place. If you're here for a night or two, it's fine, but any longer, I'd recommend staying elsewhere. This hotel should also consider getting rid of the carpet in the rooms, considering how many people and pets walk on it.

8

Richard

17 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Bar/breakfast NA. Computers/printers MUST be upgraded. Don’t like rooms cleaned every OTHER day!

10

Donna

7 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk people were SO friendly & helpful. Best help by far is your shuttle to Duke! Thank you so much for that!

10

Lakeithia

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We swam in the pool and ate lunch at the tables around to pool! What a wonderful time we had

10

alexandra

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I just love this place. I have stayed in some other courtyard Marriott, where nobody pays attention to the condition of the actual courtyard. But this one was so clean and there was even a fire pit that the nice young gentleman at the front desk lit for me and my friends. Their kitchen bar area is open until 9 PM which is a nice treat when you get in late.

8

Kelly

4 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The hotel is an easy on/off the freeway. There is an outdoor area with patio furniture, so that was nice to have a place to sit outside. The pool wasn’t working at the time. The property is a bit older and could use a deep cleaning but overall I was comfortable staying there and would go back again.

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Cleanliness

Feedback varies: many find rooms and common areas clean, but several report stained or worn carpets, odors, and occasional missed cleaning or bathroom issues.

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4

keshia

17 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Carpet in the elevator and 2nd floor hallway dirty and stained. Carpet in room stained had to switch to another room. Plastic shower curtain had big mildew stains. Staff very pleasant.

10

China

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and peaceful.

10

Elizabeth

17 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was very clean, beds were comfortable, the pool was nice and clean and the staff was amazing.

10

Vicki

2 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room

10

Nersi

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff, dirty bathroom

8

Dianne

28 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The lobby was beautiful, as was our room. Our room was clean and we were happy with it overall. However, we did find a pill of some kind from the previous guest that had been overlooked by housekeeping when they cleaned the room, and it was in an easily spotted location. The previous guests' bar of soap had also been left in the shower, so that made me wonder if the shower had been cleaned. The bed was very comfortable and the refrigerator was excellent. The few sodas and water we brought stayed very cold. I wasn't pleased at all that coffee was not available until 7:00am. We, along with many other people, are early risers and I wasn't happy to have to wait to get coffee. Also, the only coffee you can get is from the Starbucks inside the hotel. This is the first time out of staying at countless hotels, that coffee was not available by 5:30am. It is also the first time ever that a regular cup of coffee wasn't complimentary. You would think that a Marriott ran hotel could at least provide complimentary coffee and a continental breakfast. While I was waiting to get coffee downstairs, I made the coffee in the room, and it was horrible. There is never enough creamer or sugar in the room for those. Chances are, we wouldn't stay there again when we can stay somewhere right down the street, that is just as nice but we can get coffee earlier and a continental breakfast.

10

Janet

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The person who checked us in was very kind and helpful. She went out of her way to make us feel comfortable. The property was very clean and our room looked newly renovated. The room was very spacious. We will definitely come back again!

6

Meriel

13 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cleanliness was subpar. Lots of unknown stains on furniture. Balcony was littered with crumbs. Top sheet of bed had little black bugs.

10

Margaret

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and nice staff

8

Kathleen

28 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff at this hotel were excellent. Service was quick and correct. All of the employees with whom we had contact were knowable and courteous. The location was great and the parking was easy. The beds were comfortable and well appointed. In point of fact there was only one element that tainted our stay, and given the excellence exhibited in all other area was entirely surprising. The hotel is in serious need of cleaning. The carpets are very dirty as are the public surfaces. The walls and doors are covered in various spills. There are some really bad smells both in the rooms and public areas. In closing, it seems a shame that a hotel with such good performance is brought down by a sub-standard cleaning staff.

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Rooms

Rooms are dated and sometimes small, though many find the beds comfortable. Noise from the interstate or neighboring rooms is a recurring complaint, and some mention worn fixtures or awkward layouts.

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Victoria

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Only negatives are in regards to the room itself: the decor seems a little dated, the tv was in an awkward position, the pillows were very very flat, and the mattress was horrendous- you can feel the springs. Other than that, the staff was so nice and the lobby area is gorgeous and they had very yummy cupcakes!

10

Grant

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel shares a common shared space with an Italian restaurant and a BP gas station convenience store, so we didn’t need to travel to eat dinner or get snacks or gas. The area felt safe. The staff was attentive and friendly. The rooms facing the highway are a little noisy due to traffic noise, but that should be expected. Overall, we would stay at the hotel again.

10

Wenyan

30 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We visited Duke University to help my child move out. The hotel is 2 miles away from both East and West campuses. We stayed on the first floor. The beds were comfortable, and the pullout table was convenient for work. Other amenities are basic but has met our needs.

4

Marc

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Seemed like it was not well maintained. We had a rip in our curtains and the elevator seemed like a death trap. Bed was uncomfortable.

8

Linda

7 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Older hotel, small room. Clean but needs an upgrade.

8

Sarah

21 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was nice for our one night stay, really enjoyed being able to stream a movie from our prime on their tv.

4

Shakira

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Kind and attentive staff. The lobby is attractive, and the fitness center and pool area were great. However, sleeping at this facility left me completely unrested. The walls are paper-thin. In the first room we were in, you could hear cars, trucks, motorcycles. It got so bad, we packed up our things, contacted the front desk, and moved to another room in the middle of the night. The new room was great for being away from the highway, but terrible for everything else. We could hear people talking, showering, closing doors. The room next door was so loud in conversation that I had to knock on his door to tell him to talk softer. We should not have been able to hear him in the first place. If you're here for a night or two, it's fine, but any longer, I'd recommend staying elsewhere. This hotel should also consider getting rid of the carpet in the rooms, considering how many people and pets walk on it.

8

Paul

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel needs updating. Fixtures are old. Room was very clean.

8

victor

25 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good place, only thing is that you can hear everything from the other rooms..

6

Vicki

29 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very friendly and professional. The room was nice and clean. We did not like our room location. The lights from the interstate/restaurant next door shined into our room all night. There were no black out curtains. There’s a track for a curtain but no black out curtain which would have helped tremendously. Also the noise from the interstate is loud and noisy. When we got to the room, there was no coffee pot. We did ask for one and we received it. Pool was not open which was disappointing.

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Service

Service is a strong point, with many mentions of friendly, welcoming, and professional staff. A few guests note slow or limited front-desk coverage and uneven responses to issues.

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10

Regina

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place to stay. Front desk staff are helpful

8

Sandra

4 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was good and the staff were excellent.

6

Linda

13 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Why is there only one person on duty at 5pm? We stood in line for nearly 30 minutes to get checked in. Other than that things were good.

8

CHEVAUX

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Well worth the money. I felt very safe. The entire staff were very professional.

10

Elizabeth

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff, especially front desk staff were especially helpful and welcoming, which was greatly appreciated as we had just come in after many hours of driving on college tours. Positive prior reviews on staff was what attracted me to book our reservation. The reviews were accurate. The room was comfortable, easy access from the highway, and they have Starbucks coffee, which was a plus. Recommend.

8

Tonya

3 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The checkin staff were friendly, welcoming, and professional. This extra intention is appreciated. It was nice to share an inviting conversation that made my stay enjoyable.

2

Ericka

28 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff response to our concerns/issues was not as expected from a Marriott brand hotels. The day manager stated that rooms are cleaned on the third day of your stay...not daily. This information was shared upon check-in or stated in writing. The plumbing was not adequate. We were given a plunger to correct the situation ourselves. The front desk did not answer when we called from the room. The tv remote did not work. An extremely disappointing stay for us.

6

Marshell

26 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The floors had stains in the carpet everywhere. I went to the Starbucks to ask for hot water and the Asian lady that worked there saw me standing there waiting to ask a question and she kept carrying on personal conversation with another guess for the 5 minutes that I was standing there. It seemed as if they had been talking for quite some time before I got there. They would look at me and keep talking, then finally she broke away from the conversation to see what I wanted and before I can ask she said that they were closed. I told her that i wanted hot water in my cup. Then she attempted to look around the lobby to see if there was another hot water dispenser and it wasn't. I stated to her trust me I have already looked for another out after you all kept talking while I was standing there. I was patient but that was definitely rude and disrespectful of her to keep talking when she knew I needed to ask something.

10

Charmaine

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was great.

10

Kimberly

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, friendly, professional & knowledgeable staff

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Location

Convenient for Duke University and the medical centers, with easy highway access and short drives to downtown; several note walkable dining. Road noise is mentioned due to the proximity to I‑85.

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Jeffrey

3 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

All good. Ver nicely located close to Duke and other destinations.

10

Grant

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel shares a common shared space with an Italian restaurant and a BP gas station convenience store, so we didn’t need to travel to eat dinner or get snacks or gas. The area felt safe. The staff was attentive and friendly. The rooms facing the highway are a little noisy due to traffic noise, but that should be expected. Overall, we would stay at the hotel again.

8

Christine

8 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location

8

Sara

2 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First floor opened to pool. Room was comfortable. Stayed here for visit to Duke Clinic which is about a 3 mile drive.

10

Sandy

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for having to travel to Duke.

8

Hasani

19 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Right off the highway, less than 10 minutes from downtown.

10

Kay

22 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We always stay here when we are in Durham for hospital appointments. This hotel is convenient to the hospitals, eating establishments, gas station, drug store. Not far is grocery also.

8

Simon

25 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location

10

Katie

27 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was very nice and close to downtown Durham.

8

dave

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location. Kinda worn down property.

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Dining

On-site Starbucks/bistro and lobby bar provide food and coffee, but guests often report no complimentary breakfast, higher prices, and limited or inconsistent hours. Several appreciated nearby restaurant options.

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Grant

16 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel shares a common shared space with an Italian restaurant and a BP gas station convenience store, so we didn’t need to travel to eat dinner or get snacks or gas. The area felt safe. The staff was attentive and friendly. The rooms facing the highway are a little noisy due to traffic noise, but that should be expected. Overall, we would stay at the hotel again.

6

Ronald

11 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool was closed, hotel appeared run down (room number written in marker on wall), check-in was unwelcoming, and they charged me twice (still waiting for a refund 2wks later). The chef was charismatic and very helpful.

6

Thomas

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No complimentary breakfast

4

Jerry

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pool closed 45 minutes before posted time. Bistro/bar also not open. No hot water in shower. Carpet and wallpaper stained. Worst Marriott property I have ever stayed at.

8

Brian

21 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was great and great location. Wish it would have a complementary breakfast

8

Dianne

28 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The lobby was beautiful, as was our room. Our room was clean and we were happy with it overall. However, we did find a pill of some kind from the previous guest that had been overlooked by housekeeping when they cleaned the room, and it was in an easily spotted location. The previous guests' bar of soap had also been left in the shower, so that made me wonder if the shower had been cleaned. The bed was very comfortable and the refrigerator was excellent. The few sodas and water we brought stayed very cold. I wasn't pleased at all that coffee was not available until 7:00am. We, along with many other people, are early risers and I wasn't happy to have to wait to get coffee. Also, the only coffee you can get is from the Starbucks inside the hotel. This is the first time out of staying at countless hotels, that coffee was not available by 5:30am. It is also the first time ever that a regular cup of coffee wasn't complimentary. You would think that a Marriott ran hotel could at least provide complimentary coffee and a continental breakfast. While I was waiting to get coffee downstairs, I made the coffee in the room, and it was horrible. There is never enough creamer or sugar in the room for those. Chances are, we wouldn't stay there again when we can stay somewhere right down the street, that is just as nice but we can get coffee earlier and a continental breakfast.

4

Allison

7 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When we encountered a problem in our room the front desk quickly gave us an alternative room and also breakfast vouchers. That was nice. Still, the prices at the breakfast bistro were crazy high. $24 for two cups of luke warm coffee that did not taste like Starbucks and a fruit cup and a yogurt and fruit parfait. The second room was nice and very comfortable. There was a lot of perfume or air scent in the halls and lobby.

8

Richard

17 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Bar/breakfast NA. Computers/printers MUST be upgraded. Don’t like rooms cleaned every OTHER day!

8

Yvan

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Right off I-85 South. Comfortable bed & pillows cold a/c clean room quiet only stayed the night driving through. A free breakfast would have made it better but the Starbucks coffee shop/food was good The bottom of the tub was weird it’s curved and hard to stand in but the water pressure was awesome & hot! I’d stay again Thank You!

6

John

8 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The toilette is very shallow which made going to the bathroom difficult. The ceiling are 7 feet tall. Breakfast is at their Starbuck's, cost per day, two people an additional $40 with tips.

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Month	Average price
January	US$107
February	US$103
March	US$113
April	US$133
May	US$129
June	US$115
July	US$115
August	US$115
September	US$126
October	US$147
November	US$133
December	US$116

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $118	16 $119	17 $135	18 $144	19 $129
20 $97	21 $114	22 $106	23 $97	24 $106	25 $120	26 $120
27 $97	28 $103	29 $97	30 $105

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $97	2 $201	3 $206
4 $97	5 $97	6 $101	7 $101	8 $106	9 $230	10 $201
11 $97	12 $97	13 $101	14 $110	15	16	17
18 $97	19 $106	20 $101	21 $97	22 $122	23 $197	24 $206
25 $97	26 $101	27 $101	28 $97	29 $114	30 $148	31 $148

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Hearing Accessible

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Hearing Accessible

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Room, 2 Double Beds, Hearing Accessible (Mobility Accessible with Bathtub)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Hearing Accessible

Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Hearing Accessible (Mobility Accessible with Bathtub)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (Mobility Hearing Accessible, Tub)

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

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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