Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites El Centro
Address: 503 East Danenberg Drive, El Centro, California, United States of America, El Centro, California, US
Price range: US$157–US$235 per night
Rating: 8.8

What guests think

At Fairfield Inn & Suites El Centro, travellers frequently praise the friendly staff, convenient location near shopping and dining, and generally comfortable, clean rooms, while recurring concerns include unreliable hot water, ongoing renovations, and dated furnishings in some areas.

Facilities receive mixed feedback, with a cold pool, no hot tub, occasional out-of-order ice or waffle machines, and construction-affected spaces, though several guests note a quiet, safe setting. Room comfort varies: some suites are spacious with separate sitting areas and fast Wi-Fi, while others report sagging mattresses, noisy or ineffective A/C, outdated decor, and maintenance issues such as weak water pressure. Breakfast ranges from great to disappointing, with limited options or broken equipment at times, and occasional temporary setups during renovation. Overall, it suits short, practical stays where occasional issues won’t be a deal-breaker.

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Facilities

Facilities feedback is mixed: guests mention a cold pool and no hot tub, occasional out-of-order ice machines, construction affecting common areas, and confusing shared parking. Some also note the pool is nice and the area feels quiet and safe.

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Eloy

13 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

was in construction pool cold no heated matress wasnt confortable

8

Andre

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was good but not great. Beds were super comfortable and everything was clean. They keep the water heater set to the minimum so hot water was a joke until we co.plained and they told us to "leave it running" but i literally waoted 20 minutes and it didnt get hotbuntil after i complained so maybe they adjusted it afterward. Also they dont have doorstops in the main hallways so tjey use rolled up towels shoved between the door and carpet to keep doors open. Pool was nice and everything was quiet and clean. Would stay again though it was a nice hotel though not perfect.

10

DEBORAH

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sofa bed not cleaned. It was still out. Cleaning supplies left in the room as well as dirty towels . As if the room wasnt done being cleaned. The quality of the furniture is poor. Stained wood table and closet door rails wouldnt allow door to close. Hotels.com pictures of this place are completly old or false. And for sure it would have been nice to know the pool wasnt clean and the jacuzzi didnt exist anymore. Definitely not recommend.

8

Robert

9 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was good but ac was loud poop was too cold to get in

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Ruth

17 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were set up on the 4th floor which was under construction but yet the hotel failed to disclose this information. The floor hall way smelled like a sewage. There were construction pieces all over the floors. It took a long time to get water.The room we received had a stain on the sheet. There was what appears to be a blood stain on the shower wall. The were hard to turn on. They moved me to the room next door and it wasn’t much better either.

8

Michael

23 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was comfortable. Service was great. Ice machine on our floor did not work and no vending machine. Snack area at front desk was not stocked good at all.

6

Carmen

1 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Ice machine out of order 2 days, waffle maker out of order, metal frame sticking out of bed, very painful.

10

Hector

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and safe area. Helpful staff.

4

Richard

20 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Confusing driveways and parking shared with other hotels

6

Michael

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No hotub in swimming area (false advertisement). Cold water in room with no accommodation, besides using restroom in different room. Breakfast area under construction, was moved to conference room. Construction was nowhere mentioned during booking.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: many describe clean rooms and public spaces, but others report strong odors, housekeeping misses (e.g., used or dirty linens), and wet or worn carpets.

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joni

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel has an aweful smell being masked by a deodorant. The lobby isn’t bad but once you get in the room , you can immediately smell it. Our oom was on the second floor and the other room was on the first floor and both were the same. Will not stay here again.

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Andre

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was good but not great. Beds were super comfortable and everything was clean. They keep the water heater set to the minimum so hot water was a joke until we co.plained and they told us to "leave it running" but i literally waoted 20 minutes and it didnt get hotbuntil after i complained so maybe they adjusted it afterward. Also they dont have doorstops in the main hallways so tjey use rolled up towels shoved between the door and carpet to keep doors open. Pool was nice and everything was quiet and clean. Would stay again though it was a nice hotel though not perfect.

10

RAMON

22 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The suit was big and clean

10

DEBORAH

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sofa bed not cleaned. It was still out. Cleaning supplies left in the room as well as dirty towels . As if the room wasnt done being cleaned. The quality of the furniture is poor. Stained wood table and closet door rails wouldnt allow door to close. Hotels.com pictures of this place are completly old or false. And for sure it would have been nice to know the pool wasnt clean and the jacuzzi didnt exist anymore. Definitely not recommend.

6

Ilona

6 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

First thing when we arrived, open bathroom door and 2 roaches went running. The towels in the bathroom have horrible oder‐ when laying in bed, the smell of urine kept coming around me. Maybe from the carpet?

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Ruth

17 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were set up on the 4th floor which was under construction but yet the hotel failed to disclose this information. The floor hall way smelled like a sewage. There were construction pieces all over the floors. It took a long time to get water.The room we received had a stain on the sheet. There was what appears to be a blood stain on the shower wall. The were hard to turn on. They moved me to the room next door and it wasn’t much better either.

4

Jennifer

3 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We checked in very late and had to be on the road by 6 or I would have demanded a different room or refund. The room smelt terrible. There were holes in the carpet throughout the room, the thermostat didn’t work- it was so hot! And the bedding for the pull out sofa bed was used (dirty) thankfully we had a few extra blankets and a pillow we packed to have for use. The two queen beds, the mattress was so worn out that even the slighter movement caused a loud squeaking noise so anytime someone moves we all woke. We have stayed here every year for the last 4 years and never had anything like this- which is why I was so surprised and very very disappointed. This room was terrible

10

Mayra

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and breakfast was good fresh . Coffee delicious

10

Rodrigo

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a last minute stop and it was perfect great location clean and in a good area lots of food option and shopping

6

Lynne and Cal

24 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When i got to my room, the carpet in my room had just been shampooed, and it was soaking wet! My socks were soaked! They offered to move me later, after I complained. They should KNOW if a room has been shampooed. Not impressed at all with this place for over $200.

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Rooms

Rooms are mixed: some find suites spacious with separate sitting areas and fast Wi-Fi, while others cite sagging or lumpy mattresses, outdated decor, noisy or weak A/C, and limited soundproofing.

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carlos

15 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The AC do not work. 115 degrees out side and in the room 86. Disapointed experience.

10

Elizabeth

3 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great; excellent room with close parking. Good value given prices in the area. Great wifi speed.

6

Pat M

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very disappointed that this carries the Marriott name. There was renovation going on but no excuse for the lack of the hot water, canned lights are poorly affixed to the ceiling soffit, horrible mattress and pillows - literally sank to the bottom so it felt like I was on the slats of the bed and I only weigh 115 lbs. This is sooo not the Marriott quality experience I'm used to. This was a terrible renovation and reopening! Stay closed until you get it right.

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Jack

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was sloppy soft (like sleeping in a hammock). The room was too warm. Adjusted the thermostat down but it made no difference.

10

Steve

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My wife & I traveled here for a weekend get away. The front staff was quick to get us checked in, our room was clean, cozy, bed was comfortable, breakfast was great, kitchen staff was great & everything was more than what we expected. I’m really happy with our decision to stay here. There is a huge shopping center across the street with various restaurants & food options. Wonderful experience.

6

Lori

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

After a 5 hour drive, I arrived to the property at around 11:30p. Nobody was at the front desk and it took 20 minutes to find someone to check me in. Room was not a Fairfield quality room. Decor was very 1990 and the bathroom did not have any bar soap.

4

Martin

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bed was very lumpy with deep indentations, the refrigerator was not working and one of the lamps was not plugged in. There was NO Hot water. They were able to move us to a room with hot water; however, our relatives were not so lucky. They never had hot water.

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Kristina Kay

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The people & breakfast made it worth it. The staff are genuinely kind and friendly. The breakfast was jusy what needed. The room was good. I like the separate from the bedroom sitting area with a tv. The sofa was worn/looked a bit dingy & needed a comfy cover if not replaced. The lights had some electrical issues and one lamp was dusty. The shower/plumbing was a little lacking on water pressure and effectiveness. The Netflix remote buttons were a little lousy and the Samsung Smart tv had sound issues with moments of cutting out occasionally. Most of the pillows were lumpy. The rooms weren't soundproof, so I could hear noise from other rooms and the hallway. I was disappointed that the laundry was an extra cost instead of being included. There were stray cats outside (I'm terribly allergic). I was given an upgrade upon arrival, which was thoughtful/kind, but wasn't given options. I was put on the 4th floor & would have preferred ground level or the 2nd. Even with the critiques, I'm satisfied.

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Carol

25 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was great and we were very comfortable with our room and beds. The only issue was an unrepaired hole in the carpeting in front of the refrigerator and the bathroom floor needs a re-model due to the low sinking spot in front of the vanity. Could be hazardous. Wallpaper is stained and peeling . Location was great and close to everything. For the most part we were happy with our spacious room which had a separate sitting area with couch and tv. Amenities were great and staff was very friendly.

6

Abraham

29 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was amazing, the rooms AC was very loud and the next morning fire alarms kept going off.

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Service

Service is generally friendly and helpful, with flexible or fast check-in mentioned. A few guests experienced slow or unhelpful responses, especially around room types and unresolved issues like hot water.

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Michelle

27 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel over did themselves! We were amazed at how nice and friendly everyone was! The Night Shift lady was so helpful and patient with us . The breakfast was delicious and they even went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed! The beds were so comfortable and everything was super clean! We will definitely come Back to this hotel :) thank you to all the staf on Aug 25/26!

10

Alyssa

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I arrived in town early and was able to check in a couple of hours early free of charge! Traveling with little ones as a single mom isn’t always easy and being able to check in early was such a blessing! I will definitely be staying here again!

10

Daniel

23 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The check in staff was very pleasant. The room was comfortable and the morning breakfast was fantastic. Thank you.

10

VICTOR

28 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel Staff very friendly are ready to asst. guest . Elite Team work for sure.

10

wendy

10 Mar 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff did a great job. Our room was clean and taken care of. We enjoyed the complimentary breakfast each morning.

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Keith

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was nice. For 3 days no hot water and nothing was done about it, told the front desk & it wasn’t fix. No offer of a credit or anything for the lack of hot water.

10

Hector

7 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and safe area. Helpful staff.

6

Lori

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

After a 5 hour drive, I arrived to the property at around 11:30p. Nobody was at the front desk and it took 20 minutes to find someone to check me in. Room was not a Fairfield quality room. Decor was very 1990 and the bathroom did not have any bar soap.

10

Agnes

22 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy, fast check-in with friendly front desk staff.

2

NOHEMI

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I booked a room with two double beds and a sofa bed and the receptionist said that we weren’t getting the room with the sofa bed and since I had booked with Expedia that there was nothing she could do. I offered to pay for a pull out bed and she wouldn’t even try to help do that or help better the stay.

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Location

Location is convenient near shopping, dining, and major roads, and several guests describe the area as safe and quiet. A few mention confusing shared parking and that it’s a little far from freeways.

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Miguel

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A little far from freeways

8

Felix

14 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Well kept property. This is our second time staying at this location. Very convenient location next to mall and highway.

10

Pat M

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Will stay again!

10

Rodrigo

10 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a last minute stop and it was perfect great location clean and in a good area lots of food option and shopping

10

Mitchel

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

10

gary

30 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Conveniently located with tons of shopping close by

10

Yahtziri

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve been staying at this hotel for years and it has never disappointed in all the times I have visited, I always recommend this hotel in this city since it is near everything you need from shopping to dining spots. It’s absolutely convenient :)

10

Imelda

13 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was walking distance

10

Carol

25 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was great and we were very comfortable with our room and beds. The only issue was an unrepaired hole in the carpeting in front of the refrigerator and the bathroom floor needs a re-model due to the low sinking spot in front of the vanity. Could be hazardous. Wallpaper is stained and peeling . Location was great and close to everything. For the most part we were happy with our spacious room which had a separate sitting area with couch and tv. Amenities were great and staff was very friendly.

4

Richard

20 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Confusing driveways and parking shared with other hotels

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Dining

Breakfast feedback is inconsistent: many enjoyed it, but others found options limited or poor, with equipment outages and occasional temporary setup during construction.

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June

26 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

For being a Marriott, it was horrible. There was electrical tape on the carpet to hold it together. Tiles were broken in the lobby. The electrical outlets in the lobby had no covers. Breakfast was horrible and the lady attending breakfast changed the channel to what she wanted. The mattress was sunk in. The air conditioner didn’t work and they did send a person, but it still didn’t work throughout the night. When you walked in what ever chemicals they use to clean stink up the entire hotel. Way over priced for a horrible stay.

10

Elena

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast options were very limited.

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Olivia

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The breakfast was the worst I have ever had. I'm embarrassed for you. Frozen burritos still in wrapper served, waffle maker wasnt working 1 individual box of cheerios available turkey sausage patties served but no eggs no potatoes rye bread bagle or english muffin salsa available but for what looked like they begged neighbors for anything available for the price of the stay and Marriott name expected better than that best western has had better and at least options totally embarrassed for you staff was wonderful beds comfortable but that's it

6

Carmen

1 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Ice machine out of order 2 days, waffle maker out of order, metal frame sticking out of bed, very painful.

10

Steve

11 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My wife & I traveled here for a weekend get away. The front staff was quick to get us checked in, our room was clean, cozy, bed was comfortable, breakfast was great, kitchen staff was great & everything was more than what we expected. I’m really happy with our decision to stay here. There is a huge shopping center across the street with various restaurants & food options. Wonderful experience.

10

Mayra

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and breakfast was good fresh . Coffee delicious

10

Alyssa

26 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing staff, location, and breakfast!!!

10

VICTOR

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Entire Hotel user friendly. Morning breakfast was a winner.

6

Michael

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No hotub in swimming area (false advertisement). Cold water in room with no accommodation, besides using restroom in different room. Breakfast area under construction, was moved to conference room. Construction was nowhere mentioned during booking.

10

Lily

6 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was clean and safe free breakfast was amazing

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Month	Average price
January	US$370
February	US$308
March	US$259
April	US$194
May	US$179
June	US$205
July	US$165
August	US$189
September	US$146
October	US$149
November	US$143
December	US$136

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $180	18 $157	19 $158
20 $161	21 $205	22 $215	23 $212	24 $205	25 $166	26 $165
27 $165	28 $212	29 $214	30 $215

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $166	2 $165	3 $165
4 $165	5 $211	6 $215	7 $232	8 $215	9 $176	10 $172
11 $175	12 $215	13 $215	14 $214	15 $211	16 $196	17 $196
18 $169	19 $219	20 $235	21 $235	22 $211	23 $172	24 $176
25 $185	26 $215	27 $235	28 $221	29 $221	30 $225	31 $186

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Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Hearing Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Hearing Accessible

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