Name: Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham/Lakeshore Drive
Address: 520 Wildwood Circle Drive North, Homewood, Birmingham, Alabama, United States of America, Birmingham, Alabama, US
Price range: $120–$319 per night
Rating: 8.1

What guests think

Travellers at Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham/Lakeshore Drive describe friendly staff and generally clean, updated, comfortable rooms in a convenient location near I-65 and restaurants, making it a practical choice for Samford visits, quick stopovers, or road trips through Birmingham.

Several reviews note inconsistent maintenance, including nonworking TVs or window shades, occasional lack of hot water, and pool problems such as being cold, murky, or out of order. Cleanliness and housekeeping vary, with reports of dirty or unchanged linens, hair in bathrooms, dusty in-room coffee makers, sticky floors, and untidy public areas. Breakfast is not included, carries a charge, and was sometimes unavailable or underwhelming; lobby coffee and bar service also varied. Overall, expect convenience with variability in upkeep and dining.

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Facilities

On-site indoor pool and bar, but multiple reviews cite issues: the pool was cold, murky, or out of order, and the bar was occasionally closed or limited. Parking can be difficult; ice machines failed, and while pet-friendly, waste bins overflowed at times.

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Dominic

Jul 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The pool was out of order and they should let people know that before renting out rooms

8

Leah

Jan 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stay here a lot to be near Samford. Appreciate I can bring my dogs.

4

Rita

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient restaurant & bar inside. Inside pool even though the water was cold. Room wasn't what i reserved. Ceiling has horrible patchwork from water damage.

2

Steven

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Exhaust fan did not work. No electric outlet in bathroom, spiders, poor lighting in bedroom, bar was closed, outside facility was trashy & saw roaches. They charged and hold $25 for incidentals on your credit card and takes around 4 days to get your money back!

8

Linda

Jan 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had trouble at check in. Booked on Expedia, but hotel also took credit card and it looks like they've charged me for the room as well at a higher rate. She said they charge it then it is taken off your credit card. Doesn't make sense and as far as I know it hasn't been credited yet. We had booked a 2 bed suite and were sent to one, but it hadn't been made up yet that late in the day. So returned to lobby and a new room was assigned which wasn't a suite, but we really didn't care about that. We really liked the bar and dining option at the hotel. We appreciated not having to get in the car and go out again. Hotel and rooms were clean and shower had nice hot water and great water pressure. Good for the weary traveler.

10

Michelle

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Only stayed one night. Nice room, has bar and good selection of things to eat and drink. Nice pool but no hot tub.

8

Justin

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 9 nights

Overall i had a good stay, the breakfast was subpar. Both in food selection and in quality. Also parking was very difficult. Often times there were trucks with trailers taking multiple spaces. Making it more difficult to find a space or park safely

4

Derek

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The beds were very uncomfortable as well as the pillows. The indoor pool was freezing cold and did not circulate well which caused the water to be a bit murky. The area around the pool was dirty as well towels left everywhere dirt and outlet covers missing from plugs. The first room we were given the floors were so sticky we had to be moved to another room.

8

Leah

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful hotel. I stay here 2-3 times a year. This time I had my two dogs. My 2 complaints are : the doggie bag trash outside needs emptying- overflowing. And they put us next to another room with dog. My dog barked every time he heard the other dog so they just egged each other on. Maybe spread them out?

4

Bradley

Jan 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not a single ice machine for all 6 floors worked. No bartender. One cook in the kitchen. Television no working and no ESPN. Boo! Will never come back

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: some guests found the property clean and updated, while others reported dirty or unchanged linens, hair in bathrooms, sticky floors, dusty in-room coffee makers, and messy common or pool areas. Housekeeping was occasionally missed.

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Paul

Feb 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Well. I am sure the was a day this place was a great option. We had tile falling of wall. Cracks in the tub. Room wasn’t bad but we couldn’t get an extra towel. The over hotel was just dirty. Elevator pretty nasty. Lobby was gross. Staff. Super friendly but you can tell management is dropping the ball. For almost $200 a night was expecting better.

4

Kimberly

Jan 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was not very clean. Found hair in bathroom, on floor and on sheets. Sink was clogged so needed to use faucet in tub

6

Alexandra

Aug 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We have stayed at this property before. At this time, it was little things that we noticed- like the bedspread was dirty, the faucet on the bathroom sink was so loose It seemed like it was going to fall out, cord to roll up the blind was broken. It just seems like little things were adding up, still of the location of this property

4

Chris

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room wasn’t clean and the liens weren’t looking clean! The hotel description stated breakfast available! BUT NO CHEIF WAS AVAILABLE!!! I’m a Hilton Honors Member Award; BUT THIS HILTON HOTEL WAS VERY POORLY MANAGED !!!!

8

Lynn

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was mostly clean and modern. The coffee makers in our rooms were dusty and did not appear to be clean. This hotel did not offer breakfast. Would have been nice if they offered breakfast type items in the canteen area

4

Derek

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The beds were very uncomfortable as well as the pillows. The indoor pool was freezing cold and did not circulate well which caused the water to be a bit murky. The area around the pool was dirty as well towels left everywhere dirt and outlet covers missing from plugs. The first room we were given the floors were so sticky we had to be moved to another room.

10

Cynthia

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean

10

Amy

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice, clean, updated hotel.

4

lynn

Jun 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was standard and adequate, but when we discovered that we were assigned to a room where the bed sheets had not been changed and were dirty, we were appalled. The front desk responded quickly by offering us a new (and clean) room but they never offered an apology, and it was very unnerving to stay in a hotel with such low standards for cleanliness, and it greatly affected our satisfaction.

10

Patrick

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property decor was well done, the rooms are large, the staff is friendly, it smelled amazing, love the design of the lobby, and it was very accessible to our various destinations. The only thing was that our room was not cleaned the next day- we did not receive housekeeping services.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally updated, spacious, and comfortable. Some guests mentioned uncomfortable mattresses, very small bathrooms, and occasional noise from neighboring rooms or nearby venues.

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Anthony

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Upon check-in I was given a handicap room which is different from a regular room. The person at the front desk said that was all they had left. The electronic curtain did not work so I couldn't put the curtain up to let some light into the room. The bed sheets and of the towels had hair in them. When I returned to my room after attending the event I was in town for. (after 11 pm) There was very loud music playing somewhere. The front desk attendant said it was coming from the club across the street but it sounds like it's coming from a from a room here in the hotel. It is now after 1 am and the music is still playing. This is totally ridiculous!

8

Joel

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service, clean rooms. Mattress not very comfortable. Bathroom was one of the smallest I’ve seen in a hotel lately. Breakfast was not included and is $14 per person.

10

Cynthia

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hilton Garden Inn is beautiful! The service has been impeccable, and the room is very nice and roomy, not to mention comfortable! We love the Hilton Garden Inn!

10

s

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient and close proximity to interstate. Rooms were updated, clean and roomy. Great stay as we were passing through.

4

Derek

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The beds were very uncomfortable as well as the pillows. The indoor pool was freezing cold and did not circulate well which caused the water to be a bit murky. The area around the pool was dirty as well towels left everywhere dirt and outlet covers missing from plugs. The first room we were given the floors were so sticky we had to be moved to another room.

8

Leah

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful hotel. I stay here 2-3 times a year. This time I had my two dogs. My 2 complaints are : the doggie bag trash outside needs emptying- overflowing. And they put us next to another room with dog. My dog barked every time he heard the other dog so they just egged each other on. Maybe spread them out?

10

Beverly

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and accommodating staff. Very comfortable room/beds/seating

8

Dawn

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had room next to us shouting all night and even though reception came to tell them to stop. they did not and nothing was done.

10

Patrick

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property decor was well done, the rooms are large, the staff is friendly, it smelled amazing, love the design of the lobby, and it was very accessible to our various destinations. The only thing was that our room was not cleaned the next day- we did not receive housekeeping services.

8

Lorna

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really loved the comfortable bed and great tv. Room was spacious and chairs comfortable too. The carpet could have used some spot cleaning. We had some trouble figuring out the ac which was actually controlled by a thermostat and a lovely, pleasant young woman came and demonstrated how easy it actually was. Plan to stay at this Hilton again.

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Service

Many guests praised friendly, professional staff. Others experienced lapses such as rude or unhelpful front desk interactions, miscommunication or slow responses to issues, and limited follow-through on noise or maintenance requests.

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Amy

Jul 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our TV didn't work, and we were unable to get anyone to come help us with it. We asked for more towels and were told to find someone in housekeeping on our floor. We never did get the towels because the person I found didn't have any. The person at the front desk was nice, but not particularly helpful.

10

Donald

Nov 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel. Extremely helpful and friendly inviting staff

6

Taylor

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The television, curtains and telephone did not work. Told there was nothing that could be fixed and no room to move us to. Night shift told me they would comp breakfast and morning shift had no idea about it. Extremely disappointing to not have anything in the room work. Additionally guests are never to be booked in a room without a working telephone as a safety precaution. Extremely disappointed in the conditions and lack of response and assistance.

10

Cynthia

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hilton Garden Inn is beautiful! The service has been impeccable, and the room is very nice and roomy, not to mention comfortable! We love the Hilton Garden Inn!

8

Linda

Jan 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had trouble at check in. Booked on Expedia, but hotel also took credit card and it looks like they've charged me for the room as well at a higher rate. She said they charge it then it is taken off your credit card. Doesn't make sense and as far as I know it hasn't been credited yet. We had booked a 2 bed suite and were sent to one, but it hadn't been made up yet that late in the day. So returned to lobby and a new room was assigned which wasn't a suite, but we really didn't care about that. We really liked the bar and dining option at the hotel. We appreciated not having to get in the car and go out again. Hotel and rooms were clean and shower had nice hot water and great water pressure. Good for the weary traveler.

10

Lowell

Apr 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The folks there were kind,curtious, and very helpful. We would stay there again.

8

Rocio

Feb 27, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great costumer service

6

Amy

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk clerk was rude at check in. There was no coffee made at check in. When I came back down an hour later coffee was still not ready. The coffee creamer was empty in the lobby. There were flies everywhere at the coffee station. The room was clean enough. I would pick a different hotel if I were to go back to this area.

8

Dawn

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had room next to us shouting all night and even though reception came to tell them to stop. they did not and nothing was done.

10

Jessica

Mar 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location;wonderful staff

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Location

Convenient location just off I-65 with restaurants and shopping nearby; several guests felt safe. Handy for visits to Samford University and for road-trip stopovers.

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Iman

Dec 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice shopping and food in area. Felt safe. Shower stopper was on the tub not in it and pretty dirty.

10

Eberhard

Feb 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I stay here often as my kids go to Samford

8

Leah

Jan 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stay here a lot to be near Samford. Appreciate I can bring my dogs.

10

s

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient and close proximity to interstate. Rooms were updated, clean and roomy. Great stay as we were passing through.

8

Tad

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spent the night while driving through the area.

8

Becky

Mar 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Right off 65 lots of restaurants nearby

10

Arthur

Feb 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel. Lots of restaurants within walking distance. Staff is super nice.

10

Jessica

Mar 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location;wonderful staff

10

Patrick

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property decor was well done, the rooms are large, the staff is friendly, it smelled amazing, love the design of the lobby, and it was very accessible to our various destinations. The only thing was that our room was not cleaned the next day- we did not receive housekeeping services.

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Dining

Breakfast is not included and carries an extra charge; several reviews found it unavailable or subpar when staff were absent or options were limited. Lobby coffee quality and temperature varied, and bar service ranged from helpful to unavailable.

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Kevin

Dec 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nothing terrible about the hotel, just for the similar price at other Birmingham hotels, it was a let down. While fairly clean, there was just a lot more wear and tear than I was expecting. Minor, but both mornings when I came down for coffee, it was cold and gross both days.

6

Gordon

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property seemed a bit old and could use some care. The deal around our shower needed resealing and I had to fix the washroom sink drain stopper myself. The bar tender knew nothing about wine and the food/drink menu was out of date with no clear substitutes, until we pushed on a wine substitute.

8

Joel

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service, clean rooms. Mattress not very comfortable. Bathroom was one of the smallest I’ve seen in a hotel lately. Breakfast was not included and is $14 per person.

4

Chris

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room wasn’t clean and the liens weren’t looking clean! The hotel description stated breakfast available! BUT NO CHEIF WAS AVAILABLE!!! I’m a Hilton Honors Member Award; BUT THIS HILTON HOTEL WAS VERY POORLY MANAGED !!!!

8

Brandon

Apr 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was not pleased with the charge for breakfast, 14.60 on top of that! Continental breakfast has always been free anywhere I’ve ever stayed. I won’t use this chain again due to that fact and not to mention it was never told to me that I would be charged.

8

Lynn

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was mostly clean and modern. The coffee makers in our rooms were dusty and did not appear to be clean. This hotel did not offer breakfast. Would have been nice if they offered breakfast type items in the canteen area

8

Linda

Jan 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had trouble at check in. Booked on Expedia, but hotel also took credit card and it looks like they've charged me for the room as well at a higher rate. She said they charge it then it is taken off your credit card. Doesn't make sense and as far as I know it hasn't been credited yet. We had booked a 2 bed suite and were sent to one, but it hadn't been made up yet that late in the day. So returned to lobby and a new room was assigned which wasn't a suite, but we really didn't care about that. We really liked the bar and dining option at the hotel. We appreciated not having to get in the car and go out again. Hotel and rooms were clean and shower had nice hot water and great water pressure. Good for the weary traveler.

8

A.

Dec 28, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Staff did not show up prepare the cooked breakfast! The backup was not acceptable at all. Had to leave and buy breakfast!

6

Amy

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk clerk was rude at check in. There was no coffee made at check in. When I came back down an hour later coffee was still not ready. The coffee creamer was empty in the lobby. There were flies everywhere at the coffee station. The room was clean enough. I would pick a different hotel if I were to go back to this area.

4

Bradley

Jan 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not a single ice machine for all 6 floors worked. No bartender. One cook in the kitchen. Television no working and no ESPN. Boo! Will never come back

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Month	Average price
January	$118
February	$122
March	$134
April	$151
May	$130
June	$130
July	$130
August	$136
September	$141
October	$166
November	$136
December	$114

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $215	16 $157	17 $157	18 $142	19 $159
20 $130	21 $130	22 $140	23 $155	24 $152	25 $309	26 $314
27 $140	28 $160	29 $160	30 $152

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $139	2 $229	3 $226
4 $130	5 $140	6 $129	7 $130	8 $148	9 $319	10
11 $173	12 $148	13 $177	14 $186	15 $129	16 $159	17 $191
18 $120	19 $131	20 $137	21 $183	22 $161	23 $259	24 $259
25 $150	26 $129	27 $131	28 $133	29 $168	30 $262	31 $259

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Room, Accessible

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Very good

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