Name: The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village
Address: 201 Village Boulevard, Princeton, New Jersey, United States of America, Princeton, New Jersey, US
Price range: $126–$1,156 per night
Rating: 8.5

What guests think

At The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village, travellers often highlight friendly, accommodating staff, clean, comfortable rooms and beds, easy parking, and a convenient, quiet location near Princeton, with on-site dining and pools adding to an overall pleasant stay.

Reviews repeatedly mention maintenance and facility issues, including aging rooms, malfunctioning HVAC or showers, thin walls, and inconsistent housekeeping. Pool conditions vary, with closures or murky/dirty water and occasional gym or pool-area pests noted, though some guests enjoyed the pools when open. The setting feels safe but somewhat isolated, and nearby dining can be limited; breakfast and pet fees are seen as pricey, and Wi‑Fi reliability is mixed. Expect a comfortable, service-forward stay with occasional hiccups in maintenance and amenities.

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Facilities

Facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, a bar/restaurant, and easy parking. Pool experiences are mixed (closures, murky or moldy water, pests), while the bar and restaurant are praised; ice machines aren’t on guest floors (ice by request).

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Kathleen

Dec 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay. The Westin is in a safe complex off the main road. There are great restaurants that are within a few minutes walking distance. The property is clean and well maintained. The indoor pool and gym were nice and the breakfast buffet was very good.

10

Marion

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was lovely and well kept for the most part. Parking was a breeze. Common areas and bathrooms are modern. The indoor and outdoor pool were a nice touch. Bed was comfortable. Huge extra special shout out and acknowledgment to Asad W. (waiter at the Parallel 40 restaurant.) He went above and beyond to serve and take care of me and my family. The food was delicious too! Kudos to the chef! Back to Asad, he deserves something special for his patience and kindness. My daughter was being a bit chatty and he entertained her conversation. The kids menu was really delicious, my children loved it and they are picky eaters. We love you Asad! Also, Reynoldo at the front desk, the process for checkin was smooth and he was attentive. Overall, nice stay for a last minute trip in the area.

6

Andrew

Jan 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, the property is nice and our room was very clean. The indoor pool, however, is seriously in bad shape. Mold everywhere you look, crumbling mortar and tiles, piles of dirt in the corners that seemed to suggest the floor had not been vacuumed in years (not being hyperbolic here)! The kicker, however, was me noticing one of the submersible lights in the pool was not attached to its assembly, and dangling out of the socket by an open wire. Underwater. With kids around swimming. Pretty terrifying. That said, the bartenders were class acts and no real issues to report. Well, maybe one: no channels coming in on the TV. I reported to the front desk, they said they'd send an "engineer" to come up and take a look, and nobody ever showed.

10

Kevin

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Didn’t like that the pool was down. And I didn’t like how you had to get bags of ice. No ice machines on the floor but the staff were amazing. The food was really good and the room was really cozy and comfortable. I would definitely go back. The place is beautiful.

10

Arik

Oct 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Wd have stayed at this hotel several times. It always shocks us that coffee is not available near the hotel. Also, we had a EV rental car and there were no charging stations.

10

Michael

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our stay at the Westin was absolutely amazing! The rooms and surrounding property was so clean, beautifully decorated, and comfortable. We enjoyed the indoor pool with our granddaughter…such a perfect amenity! We had breakfast on two occasions. The service was excellent and our meals delicious! We will definitely stay there again as it was perfect and close by our family in Princeton.

6

Jinseop

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pros: The hotel features both indoor and outdoor pools, which were decently sized. The outdoor water was relatively clean. The location was great for our purpose — visiting Princeton University. There’s also a nearby Asian market and a small Starbucks on-site. Cons: The room was on a lower floor, so there was no view. The bedding had a slight odor. It’s suitable for a one-night stay, but not much more. The refrigerator was in poor condition, and the coffee maker had residue inside. It seemed more like a hotel meant for conferences or seminars rather than family travel. At check-in, the staff member spoke unclearly, with pronunciation that was hard to understand. Their facial expression was neutral, and they didn’t leave a friendly impression. Family travel rating: 3 out of 5

10

Thomas

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was excellent… friendly, helpful. Just lovely. Room was great… gym and pool had these weird ants and bugs everywhere. Our room was across from the gym, so that was kind of gross.

10

Andrew

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Safe, quiet hotel with easy parking. Close to Princeton so made traveling to and from the University easy.

8

Katharina

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We chose the hotel partially because of the pool, but it was not swimmable due to murky water. It was unsafe.

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Cleanliness

Most guests find rooms and common areas clean and well kept. Some report lapses such as dusty rooms, wet carpets or stained linens, and dirty or moldy pool areas.

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10

Alison

Sep 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Property seemed nicely kept and room was clean.

10

Maria

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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6

Umesh

Apr 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very pricey. Breakfast is not included. Rooms were dusty. Also, they charged us $5 for a phone charger which we had forgotten to carry with us.

6

Andrew

Jan 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, the property is nice and our room was very clean. The indoor pool, however, is seriously in bad shape. Mold everywhere you look, crumbling mortar and tiles, piles of dirt in the corners that seemed to suggest the floor had not been vacuumed in years (not being hyperbolic here)! The kicker, however, was me noticing one of the submersible lights in the pool was not attached to its assembly, and dangling out of the socket by an open wire. Underwater. With kids around swimming. Pretty terrifying. That said, the bartenders were class acts and no real issues to report. Well, maybe one: no channels coming in on the TV. I reported to the front desk, they said they'd send an "engineer" to come up and take a look, and nobody ever showed.

8

Carmelina

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was nice stay. Carpet in room was wet and stain on sheets

10

Cindy

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfortable

10

Natalie

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and very comfortable

4

Shuting

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was pouring rain and our room's window had significant leaks. We had to use towels to stop the water from dripping to the carpet. We requested to change into a new room, the new room also leaked. We moved to a second new room and it also leaked. There is evidence of significant water damage. The hotel smells like mold and mildew and needs significant repairs and maintenance.

10

Kawai

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean, staff friendly.

10

Felicia

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was conveniently located to Princeton University. The staff was entirely friendly. The room was very clean. It was a beautiful hotel and we enjoyed the pool, gym and open spaces.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable with notably cozy beds. Some guests note small room sizes and full-size doubles, variable noise from corridors or outside equipment, and unreliable in-room Wi‑Fi.

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Katherine

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice stay - great bed and nice lobby area in good location. Walls seem a bit thin - the guests were quiet but you could hear flushing toilets, etc in other rooms around us. Room was nice but starting to show some wear. Still, I would recommend it. Front desk staff were great.

10

Jennifer

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great. Comfortable bed. Super clean. Lots of space. My only complaint is the WiFi was very poor. I couldn’t really do anything online. It would work for a short period of time, but then it would keep disconnecting.

8

Panayotis

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall good stay. Nice lobby area. Double beds on the smaller side.

10

Sarah

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a loud portable AC unit outside and it could be heard from our hotel room on the sixth floor. When we called about the noise (we didn’t know what it was), we were offered a room on the other side and given breakfast vouchers for our inconvenience. I was pleasantly surprised and it was greatly appreciated.

8

Julie

Apr 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The WIFI in the room is almost unusable. Very slow, and my favorite movie site is blocked.

6

Nancy

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was asked if I wanted to be in a room by the elevator and I said I didn’t care as long as I couldn’t hear the elevator dinging and people coming and going from the elevator. I was then assigned to the room right next to the elevator where all of that happened. Why ask???

8

Miriam

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean rooms. Nice amenities. Only downside is the rooms are really small. And the beds are truly doubles as in fulls. Which I should have paid more attention to when booking. 4 people can’t sleep in 2 fulls. That’s ridiculous for a Westin. Mattress comfy. But won’t ever book a Marriott without making sure it’s 2 queens again.

10

Lisa

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Person working at the lobby was very friendly and helpful. The heat unit in the room was loud.

10

Robert J

Mar 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great room with comfortable beds and relaxing atmosphere!

10

William

Jul 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Weston is a first class hotel. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The beds are the best. We also like the air conditioning system as it is quiet and responds quickly to modification.

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Service

Service is a strong point, with many reports of friendly, accommodating staff across front desk, restaurant, and maintenance, and quick fixes when issues arise. A minority cite inconsistent communication or responsiveness at check-in or during disruptions.

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David

Apr 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

On-site bar and breakfast was good, and service was truly amazing in so many ways: --at one point the latch on our door locked on its own after we left the room. I let the front desk know, and the front desk person walked up to our room and waited with us for the engineer, who showed up in less than 5 minutes and fixed it. They also gave us complimentary snacks to apologize for inconvenience. Honestly could not have handled it better. --at one point we asked to use a microwave, so they DELIVERED one to our room for us to use. Awesome. --We asked for a late check out. They said fine until 4 pm. I've never gotten a late check out that late at any hotel, and I've stay at quite a few. --in general, all staff, including the servers in the restaurant were incredibly courteous and helpful in every way. Every request we had, big or small, was catered to right away and with a smile.

10

Marion

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was lovely and well kept for the most part. Parking was a breeze. Common areas and bathrooms are modern. The indoor and outdoor pool were a nice touch. Bed was comfortable. Huge extra special shout out and acknowledgment to Asad W. (waiter at the Parallel 40 restaurant.) He went above and beyond to serve and take care of me and my family. The food was delicious too! Kudos to the chef! Back to Asad, he deserves something special for his patience and kindness. My daughter was being a bit chatty and he entertained her conversation. The kids menu was really delicious, my children loved it and they are picky eaters. We love you Asad! Also, Reynoldo at the front desk, the process for checkin was smooth and he was attentive. Overall, nice stay for a last minute trip in the area.

10

Sarah

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a loud portable AC unit outside and it could be heard from our hotel room on the sixth floor. When we called about the noise (we didn’t know what it was), we were offered a room on the other side and given breakfast vouchers for our inconvenience. I was pleasantly surprised and it was greatly appreciated.

10

James

Nov 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff from Jason who checked us in to the very talented bar tender to the awesome servers at breakfast could not have been more accommodating. Hotel is very clean and many dining options within walking distance for dinner. I’d give it more than 5 stars if I could. We travel for work very often and this was one of the best hotel experiences we have had

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Saurabh

Sep 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

If you book this hotel remember to book another hotel too at the same time. They will deny the room you booked any time without any care. Front desk lies and when you catch them they will blame it on third party in this case Expedia. If you ask for any service, answer will be coming in 5 min even if it’s the toilet blocked and family members waiting to use it. Their 5 min can be any number of hours. Then you keep on calling they will not pick up. I checked in with one disable person and a kid a 9:30pm, all were very tired and front desk denied the type of room I booked and gave me one room with one bed. First blamed me for it then blamed Expedia. When asked for manager put me on hold for some time and then provided me with email to send concerns. When I asked for next morning to meet manager, answer was they are not sure, as they to check manager’s schedule for it he have time to meet hotel guest with concerns. I will never ever book Westin hotel and will never let me family and friends to book it. I checked in at 9:30pm and checked out in 2.5 hrs. They never cared or even bothered to see that a guest is leaving in middle of night with a disable person and a kid. I am not sure how should I say that these type of people works in hospitality business.

10

Jhoanna

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the front desk to the restaurant, they are awesome and so deserving. Thank you for allowing me to enjoy my stay. It is a much needed get away for me. Thank you and looking for another stay

10

Eileen

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was friendly. I especially liked the woman server at breakfast (Turkish lady) and the food was really nice. Renaldo at the front desk was very helpful when we had problems with our TV. Large, open spaces in entryway are very welcoming.

10

Karen

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely helpful staff. I needed a late check out time because of an unexpected Zoom meeting and they accommodated me immediately. They made my day so much easier! Thank you.

10

Danielle

Feb 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a very nice stay at the Westin, Princeton for a family weekend. There were a few items that I noticed needed attention….an issue with a small leak (that stopped) with our mini fridge in the room and the sheer curtain had a rip in it. That being said, it was not a big deal and did not affect our experience at all. The hotel is lovely and had many nice public spaces. The fitness center was thoughtfully appointed. The restaurant and bar were very good, with fast and friendly service. The staff were outstanding! From the front desk, restaurant/bar and housekeeping we were so very pleased with the level of friendly service and competence of the staff! I would definitely recommend this hotel and will come again! Thank you.

10

Robert

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was fantastic, very informative and explained the whole program.

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Location

Quiet, safe setting a short drive from Princeton University with easy highway access. The surrounding village has limited activity and dining at times, so a car or rideshare is often needed.

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Judith

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay in the Princeton NJ area. Must have a car or use car service. Consistently wonderful staff. Clean, open plan. Well maintained rooms. Starbucks is a plus!

10

Laura

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

What a lovely property! Although the shopping area around the hotel appears to be dying, our stay at the Westin was ideal. It had plenty of comfortable, discreet seating areas inside and out. The indoor/outdoor pool was very enjoyable. The only limitation are moderate dining options within walking distance.

8

Kristin

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was more distant that we wanted from town and shops

10

Trisha

Jul 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was friendly upon check in, parking was easy, the location was convenient and safe, and our room was clean and comfortable. I’d stay there again to be sure.

10

Jonathan

Nov 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A nice, quiet hotel in a nice quiet area. Slept well, had a nice run/walk down by the river, not a lot in terms of food/entertainment options around but overall a lovely stay

8

Tyhese

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I would recommend the Westin to family and friends. I loved the location and the quiet atmosphere.

10

Rota

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient to Princeton University.

10

Andrew

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Safe, quiet hotel with easy parking. Close to Princeton so made traveling to and from the University easy.

10

Leena

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great weekend getaway, convenient to get to and convenient location to restauants and things to do!

10

Marcia

Jan 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location.

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Dining

On-site dining and the bar earn frequent praise for tasty food and attentive service, and breakfast is often highlighted as hot and enjoyable, though buffet quality varies. Some guests find prices high and miss complimentary coffee.

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Kristen

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property. Lots of open space to hang out. The indoor pool was lovely. Bar was fun and bartender was great! Food was ok, could have been a little better (slightly overcooked and not quite as described but actually pretty good for hotel food). Room was fantastic.

10

Marion

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was lovely and well kept for the most part. Parking was a breeze. Common areas and bathrooms are modern. The indoor and outdoor pool were a nice touch. Bed was comfortable. Huge extra special shout out and acknowledgment to Asad W. (waiter at the Parallel 40 restaurant.) He went above and beyond to serve and take care of me and my family. The food was delicious too! Kudos to the chef! Back to Asad, he deserves something special for his patience and kindness. My daughter was being a bit chatty and he entertained her conversation. The kids menu was really delicious, my children loved it and they are picky eaters. We love you Asad! Also, Reynoldo at the front desk, the process for checkin was smooth and he was attentive. Overall, nice stay for a last minute trip in the area.

6

Erica

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

My experience during check-in could have been more straightforward had there been clearer communication regarding the pool facilities. I was informed that both the indoor and outdoor pools were inoperable, which influenced my decision to book this hotel, as I was looking forward to enjoying both options. After spending 33 minutes searching for another hotel that could accommodate me, I learned from another staff member that only the outdoor pool was unavailable. However the indoor pool was dirty and I did not get in. The following two days both pool were much cleaner. My view of the fountain would have been nice if the window were clean. It seems like the room could really benefit from some cosmetic updates, especially with the visible cracks in the bathroom ceiling and door. The limited TV channels were a bit disappointing, especially with no options for updated TV or streaming services. Still, I found moments of enjoyment during my stay. Peace and quiet. The bed was comfortable, and the abundance of soft pillows made a difference. Breakfast was hot and delicious! I also appreciated having a nice bar area to watch TV, along with various lounge spaces that allowed for a change of scenery. It was lovely to take day and night walks around the village, too. Overall, while there were some issues, there were also many positives to take away from the experience.

10

Wendy

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Kid Friendly Overpriced desserts with tiny portions!

8

Naomi

Jun 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The “Village” was a ghost town on a Sunday, including lots of empty storefronts, but pleasant to stroll around. Staff were great. We didn’t like needing to call front desk for ice. Our room was missing tv remote but staff responded promptly with a remote when we called. Overall a very nice property. We enjoyed dinner in the restaurant (other local options were closed) very pleasantly surprised with quality and value.

10

Nicole

Apr 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic stay! Clean, comfortable , quiet, convenient, friendly staff, easy parking, great food & bar.

10

Isaac

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pool was great, breakfast was amazing. A little expensier than other hotels breakfast but it was amazing food.

4

Emma

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I honestly wish I could get a refund from my stay. I was very shocked at my experience and expected it to be way better. When I first arrived I was told the incidental was $75 even though the website states $50 (I know it goes back to your card but it’s the principle.). Checked in went to our room and the door was already open (I’m thinking maybe housekeeping just forgot to close it.). I then proceed with my night we leave the hotel for a few hours get back and the door was open again (we made sure it was shut we tried opening it before we left and it was fully locked.). I ignore it just brush it off go to sleep. The morning we wake up expecting to go down and at least get complimentary coffee and we became disappointed when there wasn’t anything complimentary (normally hotels have complimentary coffee at least.). So we go back to our room and make the coffee that’s in there (which everyone knows is never great.). Come to find out the creamers in the room are expire it’s all curdled to the top of the coffee cup. I smelt the last two and they where spoiled!!!! So gross not a good morning at all!!! Then proceed to take stuff out to the car to leave and go back to the room and THE DOOR WAS OPEN!! Again!!! Very disappointed for a “higher end” hotel.

10

Edward

May 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Booked a last minute stay due to a family member in the nearby hospital. Very nice room in a quiet corner and breakfast was included. Slept great as the bed was a better one than we have at home. Very comfortable. Sunday breakfast buffet was mediocre but the regular menu on Monday and Tuesday was excellent. Try the blueberry pancakes, trust me. Nice bar to unwind after long days at the hospital. Ruth Chris steakhouse across the parking lot was a bonus treat one night for dinner. Plenty of dining options nearby. Will return again.

10

Christine

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I ordered “take-out” from the restaurant. It was one of the absolute best meals I’d had in a long time. (Salmon, quinoa, Brussels sprouts, and house chips) Everything was hot and tasted amazing. My compliments to the chef!

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Month	Average price
January	$160
February	$176
March	$206
April	$193
May	$355
June	$288
July	$226
August	$187
September	$199
October	$201
November	$177
December	$148

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $218	15	16 $289	17 $231	18 $184	19 $194
20 $158	21 $208	22 $1,156	23 $223	24 $186	25 $280	26 $186
27 $143	28 $193	29 $1,087	30 $246

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $201	2 $193	3 $206
4 $160	5 $218	6 $450	7 $282	8 $208	9 $188	10 $185
11 $126	12 $209	13 $1,087	14 $282	15 $223	16 $295	17 $268
18 $143	19 $203	20 $1,087	21 $236	22 $191	23 $275	24 $274
25 $138	26 $164	27 $196	28 $201	29 $176	30 $186	31 $186

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