Name: Residence Inn by Marriott Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol
Address: 600 West Gaines Street, College Town, Tallahassee, Florida, United States of America, Tallahassee, Leon County, US
Price range: $151–$395 per night
Rating: 8.8

What guests think

At Residence Inn by Marriott Tallahassee Universities at the Capitol, guests highlight the walkable, campus-adjacent location and generally friendly service, along with spacious suite-style rooms that suit families and longer stays, though street noise is a recurring concern.

Most reviews describe clean, well-kept spaces, but occasional housekeeping misses and maintenance issues like worn bathrooms, clogged sinks, or intermittent hot water appear. Facilities draw mixed feedback: several reports of dirty or poorly maintained pool and hot tub, a daily parking fee that some find high or limited, and a shuttle that is appreciated by some but not always available. Breakfast is often praised, though a few guests encountered cold items or limited choices. Best for campus-focused trips where convenience matters more than quiet.

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Facilities

Pool and hot tub feedback is mixed, with multiple reports of debris and poor cleanliness. Expect a daily parking fee some consider high or limited, and a shuttle service that is appreciated by some but not consistently available.

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Kimberly

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ok. The desk clerks were busy each time I needed something and they had a chip on their shoulder saying we can wait for them to finish whatever they were doing as the line built up in the lobby. They charge $30/day for parking but then have an inadequate number of parking spaces so you can’t find a spot. Location was perfect and within walking distance to FSU and the capitol. I might stay again but for the cost it was only ok.

8

Joel

Aug 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Overall very good. However, I was given a total cost of $178 when the room was booked, excluding optional incidentals and hotel service fees. Nowhere did it say there would be a $30 plus tax fee for parking for one night. I could have easily parked at my daughter's apartment about one block away for free. I think a that type of fee should be disclosed up front at the time of booking.

10

Lisa

Mar 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Have stayed at this location a few times over the years. Has been nicely renovated. Enjoyed having access to shuttle van. They were able to drop off/pick us up at the FSU baseball fields.

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Joseph

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was construction debris in the pool and hot tub. When the kids and I got out of the pool and hot tub we were all beer itchy. Then I glanced around and saw the debris

6

Amy

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool and spa were disgusting. Floating flies and bees all over

6

Charles

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I only chose this properrty because it was advertisedd as having an airport shuttle- i arrived to find out they do not have a shuttle for the first flights out of the Tallahassee Airport.

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tami

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall hotel and stay were excellent. Parking was pricier than other hotels in the area.

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Justin

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Be prepared to pay $30 for parking that is not on the website per day there is no parking for free even if you stay at the hotel

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Jessica

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Was great to have a hot tub and a pool but both were needing to be cleaned. A short walk to FSU. Great breakfast! Great staff, very friendly. Great little shop with FSU gear and drinks with a nice eating and gathering area. Kitchenette in the room was great for cooking if you want to do that at a hotel. Our room felt a little dated, there was also only one smallish mirror at the sink. Not a great shower set up and not enough towel bars. There was some confusing curtains for construction that kept appearing and disappearing which made it hard to get places. Overall really was a great stay but there was room for improvement.

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Coleen

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was great. Parking at $30 per night was a bit much.

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Cleanliness

Most guests find the hotel and rooms clean and well kept. A smaller but recurring set of reviews note lapses such as dirty bathrooms, leftover trash, stains, sticky floors, or common areas needing attention.

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Nadeige

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was clean. It had good parking. The employees were really nice, and the breakfast was wonderful. It was also very close to FSU

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Patrick

Sep 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was obvious that the halls and elevators were not cleaned regularly. The room was nice and clean. Traffic was loud.

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Patricia

Mar 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was perfect except the cups in our suite were dirty

10

Donna

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, up-to-date rooms. Extremely friendly staff. Check-in was easy. Highly recommend this hotel!

10

Patrick

Feb 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. Staff friendly hotel clean.

10

Mike

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 15 nights

The staff was amazing. The property was clean and well-maintained.

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LEO

Sep 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room had trash from previous tenants. Poor housekeeping.

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Jill

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms were quite spacious and very clean. The staff was very personable and friendly. Really enjoyed the property and its convenience to many things near the college. Only thing that needs a little updating is the bathrooms. Otherwise, fantastic all around

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LEO

May 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stains in carpet, and on the furniture was aweful, poor representation of marriott. Used this property several times, but very dissatisfied with this visit.

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Carolina

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and nice big room. The bathroom was not very clean but I let them know and they sent someone to clean it.

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Rooms

Suites are spacious and comfortable with kitchenettes, suiting families and longer stays. Nightlife and street traffic can be very noisy at night, and some bathrooms feel dated with occasional maintenance issues like AC, hot water, or fixtures.

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Richard

Jan 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed on 4th floor, very well kept property. Traffic and street noise made it difficult to sleep.

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Peter

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was excellent. The room was spacious, comfortable and clean. The bathroom tub/shower was a little worn. I would definitely stay at this property again.

10

Sandra

Mar 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was exceptionally roomy, comfortable, with great amenities including a kitchenette.

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Michelle

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This area is very noisy with college bars, loud music, and a very busy intersection. I had the worst night sleep after hours of driving.

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JOANNE

Apr 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Street noise was awful.

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April

May 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was loud outside our window. And air conditioner didn’t work had to move rooms at 12:00 at night.

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sue

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Two rooms so one can nap Or sleep while others watch TV, cook etc. great for longer stays and better rates if stay more than one night. Wish outside self parking wasn’t $30.

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Jill

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms were quite spacious and very clean. The staff was very personable and friendly. Really enjoyed the property and its convenience to many things near the college. Only thing that needs a little updating is the bathrooms. Otherwise, fantastic all around

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DAVID

Mar 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lack of hot water. No hair dryer in room.

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Elaine

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We had potato chips inside fold away bed and we had to call to get this cleaned. First floor room is very noisy. Front desk lady - Daisia is very rude and didn’t let us use a conference room when none were actually used or occupied. Lots of noise from Gaines Street very late into the night with loud music coming from next door bar and cars passing. Busy street.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, accommodating, and helpful, with some upgrades and smooth check-ins. A minority reported rude or slow front-desk interactions and delays for requests.

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Susan

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Expedia sold me a room that was not available. However, the front desk staff was most accommodating and upgraded me to a wonderful room. Many kudos to the front desk staff (I wish I had gotten their names) and Eugene, who cleaned my room. They were kind, pleasant and did an outstanding job!!

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Kimberly

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ok. The desk clerks were busy each time I needed something and they had a chip on their shoulder saying we can wait for them to finish whatever they were doing as the line built up in the lobby. They charge $30/day for parking but then have an inadequate number of parking spaces so you can’t find a spot. Location was perfect and within walking distance to FSU and the capitol. I might stay again but for the cost it was only ok.

10

Dwayne

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is an excellent location for family, business or leisure. It's very safe and well cared for. The staff is exemplary!

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Felica

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

the gentleman that checked us in was super friendly and made us feel very welcomed and just overall was a great atmosphere

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James

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice but we were directly across the street from an outdoor bar with a live band playing late into the night. Also, the front desk clerk was too busy texting to check us in and was visibly bothered to have to do her job.

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Judy

Apr 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The desk clerks and shuttle driver have great personalities and definitely made me feel comfortable. The shuttle driver, I so appreciated him and his kindness, such a nice gentleman.

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Mike

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 15 nights

The staff was amazing. The property was clean and well-maintained.

4

Jack

Jun 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Asked for bedding for the pull out mattress and pillows. They took almost 30 minutes to 1 hour to bring them to us. They did not have pillows. Will never stay there again.

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Mary

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property itself is nice and in a great location. Room was clean. The front staff however were rude and lied to try to keep some jewelry left behind in a room. They were curt and acted inconvenienced all while doing a bad job. First they sent us to a dirty room when we checked in 5:30 pm. They switched rooms, no problem. Then when we left jewelry behind they said they couldn’t find it. We went back to look ourselves and they had it in custody. Manager was very nice and professional when she was engaged but would be cautious with this stay.

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Toni-Ann

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location, easy walk to FSU. Staff is very helpful. Great complimentary breakfast and pool area.

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Location

Walkable location near FSU, the Capitol, arena, restaurants, and a grocery store. Nightlife and traffic noise are common, and a few guests mentioned sketchy spots or isolated incidents nearby.

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Deborah

Dec 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location if your visiting the college. Excellent location for graduation!

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Elsa

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Large melee across the street. Police called

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Michelle

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This area is very noisy with college bars, loud music, and a very busy intersection. I had the worst night sleep after hours of driving.

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Gerald A

Sep 9, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Walkable area, great location

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Craig

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, within walking distance to plenty of restaurants and a grocery store.

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Erik

Aug 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I understand now why they call it “College Town” The last stay was when the students were out. The amount of noise on Gaines Street late at night and early morning is crazy unbelievable.

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Edward

Jan 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was close to the arena we were attending. easy parking.

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Toni-Ann

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location, easy walk to FSU. Staff is very helpful. Great complimentary breakfast and pool area.

10

Raphael Zachary

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel. But the neighborhood was a little sketchy.

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Karen

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel conveniently located near Florida State University.

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Dining

Breakfast is often praised for being tasty and plentiful. A few guests encountered cold items or limited choices and wished it started earlier.

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Nadeige

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was clean. It had good parking. The employees were really nice, and the breakfast was wonderful. It was also very close to FSU

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Shannon

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel is very nice. I was very impressed with my room. I was even able to enjoy the live band across the street from my room. Breakfast was good and the 2 ladies working the kitchen were so very nice. I would definitely stay again.

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NATALIE

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place itself was very nice and clean. Front desk was friendly. Now for something I consider to be a biggie, the breakfast was completely cold. The scrambled eggs sausage everything was cold. There was no fresh fruit and I had to ask them to make more coffee an hour before service was over. The food was at a temperature that I feel was unsafe for eating because of how long it sat there cold. And the people taking care of that area were not the friendliest. They also have a very poor selection of cold cereal in case you bring your kids.

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Melissa

Feb 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay. The location was great, I liked how close the parking was to the hotel, great breakfast, clean and spacious rooms. Comfy bed! Extra shelving in the bathroom and the shower was a nice touch. We’ll definitely stay at this location again.

10

Kim

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked here for a FSU game and the stay was great. rooms were clean, staff was friendly and breakfast was great! Would recommend.

10

Cynthia

Sep 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful hotel experience. Very clean, large rooms, location was perfect for our FSU weekend with old college friends. Great breakfast & lived the afternoon reception!

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Kanlaya

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast could have been better and start earlier. Other than that, it’s good for the price and location.

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Thomas

Oct 2, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The location is excellent for walking to FSU. The free breakfast was amazing and the staff that work the breakfast were excellent! However, there is a $30/day parking fee. We were asked on check in if we were parking on site and they gave is a car tag BUT they never told us about a fee. I only realized after we received an email with charges. Also we called for an extra comforter for our sofa bed and they insisted that all they could provide was a light blanket. The service was disappointing.

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Kimberly

Jan 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was amazing and we were surprised by the room (suite) we were given. Everything was clean and comfortable and bonus was we were walking distance to everything we were in town to see/do. Right across from the Tucker Center for the FSU basketball game and a few blocks from great bars and restaurants in College Town. Complimentary breakfast buffet was a great bonus!

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Toni-Ann

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location, easy walk to FSU. Staff is very helpful. Great complimentary breakfast and pool area.

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Month	Average price
January	$262
February	$297
March	$195
April	$198
May	$212
June	$169
July	$178
August	$227
September	$194
October	$275
November	$227
December	$182

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $179	2	3
4 $158	5 $169	6 $179	7 $181	8 $237	9 $301	10 $301
11 $151	12 $176	13 $179	14 $169	15 $238	16 $336	17 $268
18 $158	19 $170	20 $169	21 $183	22 $395	23	24
25 $153	26 $185	27 $173	28 $176	29 $181	30	31

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Mobility Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Hearing Accessible)

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

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

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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27 $158	28 $161	29 $161	30 $161