Name: Royal Sportsman Hotel
Address: 131 High Street, Porthmadog, Wales, United Kingdom, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, GB
Price range: US$135–US$207 per night
Rating: 8.08

What guests think

Across reviews, Royal Sportsman Hotel is praised for genuinely friendly, helpful staff and a central Porthmadog location that makes it an easy base for rail links, nearby attractions and coastal day trips.

Rooms are generally comfortable but often compact or dated, with some noise and layout or maintenance issues in certain rooms. Shared spaces like the bar, lounge and restaurant are appreciated, and on-site parking (including some covered spaces) helps, though it can be tight or occasionally full. Breakfast and dinners receive frequent praise, with a few negatives such as a service charge and occasional minor quality or portion concerns. Overall, expect a practical, comfortable base.

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Facilities

Guests like the bar, lounge and restaurant areas, and appreciate on-site parking, including some covered spaces. Parking can be tight or occasionally unavailable, and the hotel is pet friendly with an extra fee; some rooms have patio or garden access.

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10

chris

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Really friendly staff. Comfortable quiet rooms. Lovely bar / restaurant area. Undercover car park. We had a great time. Highly recommended

8

Bin

4 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pet friendly room has access to the back garden.

8

David

2 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Whilst the hotel is a little dated, the staff and service was excellent. The dining room and lounge were extremely pleasing on the eye and were much more modern compared with the bedroom. One thing that was not agreeable, was the compulsory service charge that was put on the bill in the dining room. This perhaps wouldn’t have been quite so bad but drinks purchased in the bar during the afternoon were also added to our evening meal bill, and the percentage service charge was added to that as well. Future afternoon drinks were paid for at the time of ordering.

10

Gordon

23 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely staff All very polite Really nice breakfast and choice Comfortable room. Safe car park

6

Simon

17 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel feels tired and has a not so great smell. Bathroom really cramped. Room wasn’t serviced as requested, but reception friendly and helpful. Doors banging shut made the walls wobble and can hear other gets on the phone etc… Parking is a real squeeze, but at least they have some. Bed was comfy.

6

Abbie

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bar, breakfast, restaurant are lovely. Staff are friendly. Room was very clean. Location was great. Free parking on site. We were staying in the patio rooms which had one window looking into an indoor patio area. For me felt a bit claustrophobic as no window on the outside. Pipes are loud. Was fine for one night but wouldn't want to have stayed longer.

8

ARTHUR

18 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Sportsman hotel really clean. Comfortable rooms,food excellent quality and extensive variety.Extra cost for our small jack russel,£20 per day too high. Overall hotel was excellent quality and service.

10

Ian

24 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

All facilities good and were clean and tidy. Decor appears a bit traditional and looses some attractiveness, This would not stop me from visiting again

6

David

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were really, really nice and helpful. I can’t praise them enough. The room was reasonably clean, as was the bathroom. However, the plumbing was not so good, particularly the toilet cistern, which had issues. Bathroom fittings in need of major upgrade. One thing is that the place advertises parking for guest. However, spaces are limited and on return in the late afternoon from one trip away, I returned to find no parking spaces. I had to park on the street in a a spot with restrictions. I had to get up early the next day to move it in order to prevent myself from getting a ticket.

10

Mark

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean, bed was really comfortable, slept really well,a little warm as radiators were on but a fan is provided, staff were really friendly, breakfast is excellent but the time slot of 07:30-09:30 is a little early, parking is really good with a roof above which stops any seagull mess👍…. Overall an excellent place to stay

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is frequently praised across rooms and public areas. A few guests reported issues such as mould, dust, or inconsistent housekeeping during longer stays.

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8

Emma

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean although a little dated, bed was very comfortable had a good sleep. Breakfast was very tasty and fresh, all staff were very friendly

8

Glyn

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room spotless

10

Stephen

21 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great position on the high street which is quite long with plenty of shops. The building stands out on the high street from other buildings close by. The only down side was the mould around the bath taps and the bottom of the shower door on the top of the bath, has you sit on the toilet you look directly at the mould which is very off putting.

10

Barry

23 Jul 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff and cleanliness outstanding ,the food was good great would recommend staying here

8

Ceri

25 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room had recently been upgraded to a lovely standard but hadn't been cleaned, dust, cobwebs and mould in the bathroom. There was rain water pouring in to the covered patio making the exit from our room an accident waiting to happen. The beds were lovely and clean and the staff excellent.

4

Alison

7 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our room was incredibly tiny and not practical for two people, the sink was in the bedroom not the bathroom so this brought about some problems as you can image. We asked to move but they were unable to accomodate this request. Housekeeping wasn't the best either, not hoovered throughout our 4 day stay, just bins emptied and biscuits replenished. The staff were all very friendly, breakfast was lovely we ate in the restaurant once for an evening meal, again delicious. They are clearly mid refurb, the dining areas, lounge and bar all very nice but really feel room 29 was not fit for purpose. I doubt we will stay there again. Location is great for shops alternative places to eat, the train station, nice marina and a short drive to lovely beaches.

6

Abbie

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bar, breakfast, restaurant are lovely. Staff are friendly. Room was very clean. Location was great. Free parking on site. We were staying in the patio rooms which had one window looking into an indoor patio area. For me felt a bit claustrophobic as no window on the outside. Pipes are loud. Was fine for one night but wouldn't want to have stayed longer.

10

timothy

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely clean hotel, very conveniently situated

10

Darren

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Single bedroom, comfortable and clean. Staff very friendly and efficient. Hotel well located for trips to see Portmeirion and the coastal castles of Harlech and Criccieth

10

Mark

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean, bed was really comfortable, slept really well,a little warm as radiators were on but a fan is provided, staff were really friendly, breakfast is excellent but the time slot of 07:30-09:30 is a little early, parking is really good with a roof above which stops any seagull mess👍…. Overall an excellent place to stay

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable but often compact or dated, with some noise and layout or maintenance issues in certain rooms; a few offer larger family spaces or patio access. Beds are widely described as comfortable.

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10

chris

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Really friendly staff. Comfortable quiet rooms. Lovely bar / restaurant area. Undercover car park. We had a great time. Highly recommended

8

Emma

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean although a little dated, bed was very comfortable had a good sleep. Breakfast was very tasty and fresh, all staff were very friendly

6

DAVID

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable bed. POORLY insulated room .Adjacent rooms snoring all night. Room was in a courtyard .Public walk way had full view of room/ bed when opened . Strange curtain arrangement , on the inside , to cover door/ window .Bathroom door would not close ,due to warped door frame . Female bar person persisted in throwing , loudly, empty bottles in bin under the bar counter .. Breakfast and breakfasts staff , excelent .

6

Simon

17 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel feels tired and has a not so great smell. Bathroom really cramped. Room wasn’t serviced as requested, but reception friendly and helpful. Doors banging shut made the walls wobble and can hear other gets on the phone etc… Parking is a real squeeze, but at least they have some. Bed was comfy.

6

Abbie

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bar, breakfast, restaurant are lovely. Staff are friendly. Room was very clean. Location was great. Free parking on site. We were staying in the patio rooms which had one window looking into an indoor patio area. For me felt a bit claustrophobic as no window on the outside. Pipes are loud. Was fine for one night but wouldn't want to have stayed longer.

10

Hannah

2 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely stay in the family room which was nice and clean. Really big space, smartly decorated. Added bonus of outdoor patio area which was great as we had glorious weather. The breakfast was amazing! Loads of choice and fantastic quality produce. Staff professional and friendly. Can't fault the place. Thanks for a great stay!

10

Gina

27 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice hotel. They did really well. This is a very old building. Room was very small and noisy, but well appointed. Breakfast was amazing.

10

Geoffrey

27 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Royal Sportsman. It is true that the rooms are quite compact but we had everything we needed for our 4 night stay. The bed was comfortable and everything was immaculately clean. The staff were all friendly and helpful, going out of their way to assist with parking and a special breakfast request. The breakfast is excellent with a good range of choice. We ate at the hotel on two evenings and the quality of the food and service were brilliant. Porthmadog was a great place to stay and we would certainly return to the Royal Sportsman without hesitation!

6

Stuart

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very small room and bathroom, , my laptop has a bigger screen than the tv , fan in bathroom sounds like a train , could hear all the other guest . Good cooked breakfast but fruit bowl tasted fermented.

8

Phil

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

excellent service. rooms are dated

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Service

Service is a clear strong point, with staff repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, including help with special requests and during disruptions. Guests consistently highlight warm welcomes and attentive restaurant teams.

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10

chris

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Really friendly staff. Comfortable quiet rooms. Lovely bar / restaurant area. Undercover car park. We had a great time. Highly recommended

8

Emma

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean although a little dated, bed was very comfortable had a good sleep. Breakfast was very tasty and fresh, all staff were very friendly

10

Sally

8 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very friendly. The food was excellent. Was made to feel very welcome. Had a room on the ground floor which was lovely. Staff were very helpful during the electric outage. A great place and intend to return very soon

10

Narelle

30 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very helpful and friendly staff, breakfast was amazing.

10

James

20 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were fantastic , food was delightful!

10

Gill

22 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great. And a really lovely team on reception and in the bar. Excellent in every way.

10

Sandra

1 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent customer service from reception, chef, staff in restaurant and cleaning team - all 10/10 for friendliness and being helpful.

10

Darren

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Single bedroom, comfortable and clean. Staff very friendly and efficient. Hotel well located for trips to see Portmeirion and the coastal castles of Harlech and Criccieth

10

Lee

5 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were extremely helpful and friendly we ate in the restaurant and the service and food was were both evening meal and breakfast

10

Susan

26 Jan 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We originally booked 3 nights but extended it to 4 nights because we enjoyed it so much. All the staff were really friendly and the food was excellent. A very good location for many local attractions

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Location

Central Porthmadog setting close to the high street, rail stations and local attractions makes it a convenient base for trips to Portmeirion, Harlech and Criccieth. Many found key sights and transport within easy walking distance.

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Yvonne

6 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room clean and comfortable, the only issue we had was the bed sliding about with the slightest touch. Great breakfast and evening meal just a bit too small a portion for the cheeseboard.Loved the vegan schnitzel! Parking was easy and hotel was in a good location.

10

Stephen

21 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great position on the high street which is quite long with plenty of shops. The building stands out on the high street from other buildings close by. The only down side was the mould around the bath taps and the bottom of the shower door on the top of the bath, has you sit on the toilet you look directly at the mould which is very off putting.

4

Alison

7 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Our room was incredibly tiny and not practical for two people, the sink was in the bedroom not the bathroom so this brought about some problems as you can image. We asked to move but they were unable to accomodate this request. Housekeeping wasn't the best either, not hoovered throughout our 4 day stay, just bins emptied and biscuits replenished. The staff were all very friendly, breakfast was lovely we ate in the restaurant once for an evening meal, again delicious. They are clearly mid refurb, the dining areas, lounge and bar all very nice but really feel room 29 was not fit for purpose. I doubt we will stay there again. Location is great for shops alternative places to eat, the train station, nice marina and a short drive to lovely beaches.

10

Martin

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is conveniently located in the centre of town. Free parking. Comfortable room. The breakfast was fabulous. Thanks.

10

Forrest

30 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We found The Royal Sportsman to be clean, comfortable and friendly. Just a short walk from the Rail Station and easy walking to many points of interest including the steam train station. The restaurant at the RS was a very nice surprise and we enjoyed all our meals there. Most of all we appreciated the staff who were all very kind and helpful. We would certainly book a room at The Royal Sportsman if we return to Porthmadog.

10

Ann

16 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was convenient for the things we wanted to do. We found the staff very friendly & willing to help in any way they could. We were able to park at the hotel but I’m aware this might have been an issue.

10

timothy

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely clean hotel, very conveniently situated

10

Geoffrey

27 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Royal Sportsman. It is true that the rooms are quite compact but we had everything we needed for our 4 night stay. The bed was comfortable and everything was immaculately clean. The staff were all friendly and helpful, going out of their way to assist with parking and a special breakfast request. The breakfast is excellent with a good range of choice. We ate at the hotel on two evenings and the quality of the food and service were brilliant. Porthmadog was a great place to stay and we would certainly return to the Royal Sportsman without hesitation!

10

Darren

22 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Single bedroom, comfortable and clean. Staff very friendly and efficient. Hotel well located for trips to see Portmeirion and the coastal castles of Harlech and Criccieth

10

Susan

26 Jan 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We originally booked 3 nights but extended it to 4 nights because we enjoyed it so much. All the staff were really friendly and the food was excellent. A very good location for many local attractions

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Dining

Breakfast is consistently rated highly for quality and choice, and many enjoyed evening meals in the restaurant. Minor negatives include a compulsory service charge for some bills and occasional small quality or portion concerns.

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Emma

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean although a little dated, bed was very comfortable had a good sleep. Breakfast was very tasty and fresh, all staff were very friendly

8

Yvonne

6 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room clean and comfortable, the only issue we had was the bed sliding about with the slightest touch. Great breakfast and evening meal just a bit too small a portion for the cheeseboard.Loved the vegan schnitzel! Parking was easy and hotel was in a good location.

10

Sally

8 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very friendly. The food was excellent. Was made to feel very welcome. Had a room on the ground floor which was lovely. Staff were very helpful during the electric outage. A great place and intend to return very soon

8

David

2 Nov 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Whilst the hotel is a little dated, the staff and service was excellent. The dining room and lounge were extremely pleasing on the eye and were much more modern compared with the bedroom. One thing that was not agreeable, was the compulsory service charge that was put on the bill in the dining room. This perhaps wouldn’t have been quite so bad but drinks purchased in the bar during the afternoon were also added to our evening meal bill, and the percentage service charge was added to that as well. Future afternoon drinks were paid for at the time of ordering.

6

Abbie

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bar, breakfast, restaurant are lovely. Staff are friendly. Room was very clean. Location was great. Free parking on site. We were staying in the patio rooms which had one window looking into an indoor patio area. For me felt a bit claustrophobic as no window on the outside. Pipes are loud. Was fine for one night but wouldn't want to have stayed longer.

10

Martin

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is conveniently located in the centre of town. Free parking. Comfortable room. The breakfast was fabulous. Thanks.

10

Gina

27 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice hotel. They did really well. This is a very old building. Room was very small and noisy, but well appointed. Breakfast was amazing.

10

Geoffrey

27 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Royal Sportsman. It is true that the rooms are quite compact but we had everything we needed for our 4 night stay. The bed was comfortable and everything was immaculately clean. The staff were all friendly and helpful, going out of their way to assist with parking and a special breakfast request. The breakfast is excellent with a good range of choice. We ate at the hotel on two evenings and the quality of the food and service were brilliant. Porthmadog was a great place to stay and we would certainly return to the Royal Sportsman without hesitation!

6

Stuart

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very small room and bathroom, , my laptop has a bigger screen than the tv , fan in bathroom sounds like a train , could hear all the other guest . Good cooked breakfast but fruit bowl tasted fermented.

10

Mark

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean, bed was really comfortable, slept really well,a little warm as radiators were on but a fan is provided, staff were really friendly, breakfast is excellent but the time slot of 07:30-09:30 is a little early, parking is really good with a roof above which stops any seagull mess👍…. Overall an excellent place to stay

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Month	Average price
January	US$120
February	US$127
March	US$136
April	US$154
May	US$169
June	US$140
July	US$141
August	US$144
September	US$164
October	US$134
November	US$114
December	US$112

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6 $135	7	8 $160	9 $162	10 $160	11 $207	12
13 $161	14 $160	15 $158	16 $162	17 $159	18 $189	19
20 $161	21 $159	22 $190	23 $189	24 $162	25	26
27 $162	28 $162	29 $162	30 $158

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $137	2	3
4 $138	5 $138	6 $138	7 $138	8 $139	9	10
11 $139	12 $137	13 $138	14 $138	15 $139	16	17
18 $139	19 $136	20 $138	21 $137	22 $139	23 $161	24 $180
25 $138	26 $139	27 $148	28 $139	29 $138	30	31

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