Name: Watersmeet Hotel
Address: Mortehoe, Woolacombe, England, United Kingdom, Woolacombe, Devon, GB
Price range: US$320–US$609 per night
Rating: 8.43

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Watersmeet Hotel is praised for its stunning coastal setting and sweeping sea views, with many guests highlighting friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and relaxing leisure areas that make for a peaceful seaside break.

Indoor and outdoor pools plus the steam room and jacuzzi are enjoyed, though a few note the indoor pool can feel cold. Sea-view balconies impress, but some rooms are small or windowless Sun Pipe types, and occasional noise or dated bathrooms are mentioned. Food and breakfast receive frequent praise, with some concerns about menu variety, price, or stretched restaurant service. Best suited to travellers seeking a tranquil coastal break, with room selection making the biggest difference.

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Facilities

Indoor and outdoor pools plus the steam room and jacuzzi are popular; a few reviews note the indoor pool can feel cold or that heating varies by season.

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10

Chris

20 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay here. We reserved a Deluxe Double Sea View Room with Balcony (room 5) and were not disappointed. The bed was very comfortable, the balcony a great size (large enough for two loungers and two chairs0 and the view was stunning. It was a bit overcast when we arrived so we made use of the excellent indoor pool and jacuzzi (we had it all to ourselves). You can get to the beach directly from the hotel garden and it's a very quiet beach with lovely sand and decent surf. The hotel staff were very attentive and welcoming and the food (dinner and breakfast) was very good. All in all, a really enjoyable stay and we would have no hesitation in recommending it based on our experience.

10

Jacqueline

5 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous location! Room had amazing sea view with floor to ceiling bay window so you could sit in bed looking out over to Woolacoombe. Food was fantastic, breakfast and Bistro. Did not try the fine dining as just not our thing. Weather was lovely so we had all our meals on the terrace. Sun beds on the lawn were very comfortable, perhaps could do with a couple more as it’s such a great spot. Spent an afternoon at Coombesgate beach which is next to hotel and much quieter than Woolacoombe or barricane. Definitely take the walk out to morte point… stunning!! A real treat for us, our second break here and we cannot wait to go back. Oh… did I mention the sunsets!?!

10

Alice

5 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is beautiful, sat overlooking the water. The dining room offers glorious views, and the dinner and breakfast were very good. The service was amazing, effective and friendly, from the receptionist to the restaurant staff. The room was very clean, comfortable and spacious. The indoor swimming pool was very nice for a morning dip- good water temperature. I wholeheartedly recommend this stunning hotel.

6

Elaine

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely location , lovely food . Poor service in restaurant , possibly not enough staff. Indoor pool freezing 26/27 outdoor pool only warm if sun remains out with no wind . Slight warm jets go into it on a timer . Apparently both pools are better heated in 6 weeks summer hols.

10

Helen

2 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely. Peaceful. Nice view. Enjoyed using pool, steam room & jacuzzi. Staff lovely. Bed comfortable and bedlinen smelt nice. Lovely Occitane toiletries.

10

Stuart

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service by Sarah on reception who provided us with an upgrade. Lovely room. Nice swimming pool (to ourselves) & steam room. Evening meal in the bistro was first class - the meal was excellent. The overall hotel facilities couldn’t have been better. This review sounds a bit ‘gushy’ but all I can say is that we both had a wonderful stay!

6

Martin

18 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Meal was disappointing and overpriced for what was presented. Good breakfast but so it should be at the price. Our room 14 suffered from the air conditioning in the pool below our room being on until after mid night and this was an upgrade. We will not be returning

10

Fiona

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous hotel with the most amazing sea views. The staff are super friendly, helpful & respectful. We have stayed in the supine room previous & this time at the back of the hotel as they are the cheaper rooms. Very comfortable nevertheless. We made the most of the sun terrace as it was beautiful weather. The breakfast is lovely as are the views from the restaurant. We highly recommend this hotel.

10

Caroline

2 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic weekend. Loved the outdoor pool. Best megram sole (aka Cornish sole) I’ve ever tasted for dinner.

8

Coral

6 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We enjoyed our stay very much and the Staff were kind and obliging. As I am a little disabled found it very difficult in the Shower as nothing to hold on to and also outside the lift on the 1st floor the two steps to the right would be much easier with a hand rail. Views superb, and very warm and comfortable. Lovely Break.

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Cleanliness

Often described as very clean, though a few reviews mention tired bathrooms and parts of the property needing an update.

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10

Yvette

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely and clean great location

10

Mrs Amanda

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The view from my room was fantastic Clean and modern room Breakfast perfect Bathroom tiny Beds far too bouncy and soft

10

Alice

5 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is beautiful, sat overlooking the water. The dining room offers glorious views, and the dinner and breakfast were very good. The service was amazing, effective and friendly, from the receptionist to the restaurant staff. The room was very clean, comfortable and spacious. The indoor swimming pool was very nice for a morning dip- good water temperature. I wholeheartedly recommend this stunning hotel.

10

Brian

23 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely stay, the weather was good, beautiful views, great food, friendly staff, very clean. Walk up to Mortehoe is very steep but worth it for a pint in the pub.

10

Nick

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Food was lovely, staff were amazing, location was superb. Bathroom was a bit run down. Overall experience was fantastic

8

Helen

12 Aug 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

The view, quiet and being away from midtown noise. Easy walk to everything. Property needs a little upgrading. Loved the in room personal touches which made a big difference to the stay. The second room of our stay was very small and not conducive to long stays. Very courteous staff.

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Rooms

Sea-view rooms and some with balconies are praised as comfortable, spacious or luxurious, with standout views. Some rooms are small or windowless Sun Pipe types, beds can feel too soft, and occasional noise is reported.

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10

Mrs Amanda

7 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The view from my room was fantastic Clean and modern room Breakfast perfect Bathroom tiny Beds far too bouncy and soft

10

Chris

20 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay here. We reserved a Deluxe Double Sea View Room with Balcony (room 5) and were not disappointed. The bed was very comfortable, the balcony a great size (large enough for two loungers and two chairs0 and the view was stunning. It was a bit overcast when we arrived so we made use of the excellent indoor pool and jacuzzi (we had it all to ourselves). You can get to the beach directly from the hotel garden and it's a very quiet beach with lovely sand and decent surf. The hotel staff were very attentive and welcoming and the food (dinner and breakfast) was very good. All in all, a really enjoyable stay and we would have no hesitation in recommending it based on our experience.

10

Jacqueline

5 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous location! Room had amazing sea view with floor to ceiling bay window so you could sit in bed looking out over to Woolacoombe. Food was fantastic, breakfast and Bistro. Did not try the fine dining as just not our thing. Weather was lovely so we had all our meals on the terrace. Sun beds on the lawn were very comfortable, perhaps could do with a couple more as it’s such a great spot. Spent an afternoon at Coombesgate beach which is next to hotel and much quieter than Woolacoombe or barricane. Definitely take the walk out to morte point… stunning!! A real treat for us, our second break here and we cannot wait to go back. Oh… did I mention the sunsets!?!

10

David

9 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

An outstanding hotel to stay at, the room was luxurious, the view stunning, the staff attentive, a fabulous break, I shall return next year.

8

Annika

25 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very pleasant stay. Very comfortable bed. As the name suggests, there’s no window in the Sun Pipe rooms but otherwise it was large with a good bathroom, air con and internet.

6

Martin

18 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Meal was disappointing and overpriced for what was presented. Good breakfast but so it should be at the price. Our room 14 suffered from the air conditioning in the pool below our room being on until after mid night and this was an upgrade. We will not be returning

8

Miss J R W

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My partner and I stayed here for two nights in mid October and had a lovely stay - the location of the hotel is beautiful. The room was comfortable with a sea view (as we requested) and the breakfast was really good - cooked options as well as pastries, cereal, fruits etc! We also ate at the Rocks Restaurant which I'd highly recommend, the food and service were both brilliant.

10

Jordan

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful Room, would recommend.

8

Helen

12 Aug 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

The view, quiet and being away from midtown noise. Easy walk to everything. Property needs a little upgrading. Loved the in room personal touches which made a big difference to the stay. The second room of our stay was very small and not conducive to long stays. Very courteous staff.

8

Clive

26 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely location. Room upgraded to sea view....although room only ok.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, helpful and attentive, with occasional upgrades. A few guests found restaurant service stretched or overall service below expectations for the price.

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8

William

12 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a wonderful weekend enjoying the scenery and local area. I would give this 5 stars if it wasn't for price vs level of service and attention to detail which left a bit to be desired despite good intentions.

10

Duanne

15 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very friendly and helpful. It was my birthday and I was given a very thoughtful gift from the hote.

6

Elaine

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely location , lovely food . Poor service in restaurant , possibly not enough staff. Indoor pool freezing 26/27 outdoor pool only warm if sun remains out with no wind . Slight warm jets go into it on a timer . Apparently both pools are better heated in 6 weeks summer hols.

10

Stuart

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent service by Sarah on reception who provided us with an upgrade. Lovely room. Nice swimming pool (to ourselves) & steam room. Evening meal in the bistro was first class - the meal was excellent. The overall hotel facilities couldn’t have been better. This review sounds a bit ‘gushy’ but all I can say is that we both had a wonderful stay!

8

Christine

6 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We enjoyed meeting all Staff and found everyone really helpful and friendly. Lovely room, very comfortable. Nice lounge areas too and no dogs. The only thing we found challenging was that the menu for the evening meals didn't change. After two nights, we were lucky that a BBQ had been organised so we could order that for a change. Unfortunately, the BBQ finished at 5pm which was rather early for an evening meal.

10

Nick

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Food was lovely, staff were amazing, location was superb. Bathroom was a bit run down. Overall experience was fantastic

10

Fiona

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous hotel with the most amazing sea views. The staff are super friendly, helpful & respectful. We have stayed in the supine room previous & this time at the back of the hotel as they are the cheaper rooms. Very comfortable nevertheless. We made the most of the sun terrace as it was beautiful weather. The breakfast is lovely as are the views from the restaurant. We highly recommend this hotel.

10

Richard

1 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

amazing hotel, room ready early for check in, room was lovely great sea view. The food at the restaurant was amazing as good as any Michelin starred establishment. Service was excellent. The walk down to the beach the next morning was awesome. Really first class all the way would definitely stay there again.

8

Miss J R W

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My partner and I stayed here for two nights in mid October and had a lovely stay - the location of the hotel is beautiful. The room was comfortable with a sea view (as we requested) and the breakfast was really good - cooked options as well as pastries, cereal, fruits etc! We also ate at the Rocks Restaurant which I'd highly recommend, the food and service were both brilliant.

10

Sally

18 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at the Watersmeet hotel in Woolacombe could not have better, the views from the hotel were to die for, the hotel staff were both friendly and helpful and nothing was to much trouble. The standard of the food was very good. All in all an excellent hotel that I would definitely recommend to my friends.

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Location

Repeatedly praised for a stunning coastal position with sweeping sea views, direct access to quieter coves and scenic walks; generally peaceful and walkable, though some routes are steep.

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8

Elaine

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A lovely hotel with beautiful views

10

Andrew

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very enjoyable stay at a quiet hotel overlooking a small cove.

10

Jacqueline

5 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous location! Room had amazing sea view with floor to ceiling bay window so you could sit in bed looking out over to Woolacoombe. Food was fantastic, breakfast and Bistro. Did not try the fine dining as just not our thing. Weather was lovely so we had all our meals on the terrace. Sun beds on the lawn were very comfortable, perhaps could do with a couple more as it’s such a great spot. Spent an afternoon at Coombesgate beach which is next to hotel and much quieter than Woolacoombe or barricane. Definitely take the walk out to morte point… stunning!! A real treat for us, our second break here and we cannot wait to go back. Oh… did I mention the sunsets!?!

10

Steven

9 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful views and ocean sound from the rooms in the hotel. Lovely landscaping and convenient hiking trails.

10

Henry

27 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Location...........lovely views from the restaurant

10

Kevin

30 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A very nice hotel on a beautiful location 😊

10

Brian

23 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely stay, the weather was good, beautiful views, great food, friendly staff, very clean. Walk up to Mortehoe is very steep but worth it for a pint in the pub.

10

Nick

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Food was lovely, staff were amazing, location was superb. Bathroom was a bit run down. Overall experience was fantastic

8

Miss J R W

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My partner and I stayed here for two nights in mid October and had a lovely stay - the location of the hotel is beautiful. The room was comfortable with a sea view (as we requested) and the breakfast was really good - cooked options as well as pastries, cereal, fruits etc! We also ate at the Rocks Restaurant which I'd highly recommend, the food and service were both brilliant.

8

James

5 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Wonderful location overlooking the sea.

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Dining

Breakfast and on-site dining draw frequent praise for quality and taste, including the Bistro and Rocks Restaurant. Some note limited dinner menu variety, occasional overpriced dishes, or stretched service.

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10

Chris

20 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay here. We reserved a Deluxe Double Sea View Room with Balcony (room 5) and were not disappointed. The bed was very comfortable, the balcony a great size (large enough for two loungers and two chairs0 and the view was stunning. It was a bit overcast when we arrived so we made use of the excellent indoor pool and jacuzzi (we had it all to ourselves). You can get to the beach directly from the hotel garden and it's a very quiet beach with lovely sand and decent surf. The hotel staff were very attentive and welcoming and the food (dinner and breakfast) was very good. All in all, a really enjoyable stay and we would have no hesitation in recommending it based on our experience.

10

Alice

5 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is beautiful, sat overlooking the water. The dining room offers glorious views, and the dinner and breakfast were very good. The service was amazing, effective and friendly, from the receptionist to the restaurant staff. The room was very clean, comfortable and spacious. The indoor swimming pool was very nice for a morning dip- good water temperature. I wholeheartedly recommend this stunning hotel.

8

Christine

6 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We enjoyed meeting all Staff and found everyone really helpful and friendly. Lovely room, very comfortable. Nice lounge areas too and no dogs. The only thing we found challenging was that the menu for the evening meals didn't change. After two nights, we were lucky that a BBQ had been organised so we could order that for a change. Unfortunately, the BBQ finished at 5pm which was rather early for an evening meal.

10

Carolyn

23 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Loved the views. Food excellent. Staff friendly and helpfull

6

Martin

18 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Meal was disappointing and overpriced for what was presented. Good breakfast but so it should be at the price. Our room 14 suffered from the air conditioning in the pool below our room being on until after mid night and this was an upgrade. We will not be returning

10

Brian

23 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Lovely stay, the weather was good, beautiful views, great food, friendly staff, very clean. Walk up to Mortehoe is very steep but worth it for a pint in the pub.

10

Nick

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Food was lovely, staff were amazing, location was superb. Bathroom was a bit run down. Overall experience was fantastic

10

Richard

1 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

amazing hotel, room ready early for check in, room was lovely great sea view. The food at the restaurant was amazing as good as any Michelin starred establishment. Service was excellent. The walk down to the beach the next morning was awesome. Really first class all the way would definitely stay there again.

8

Miss J R W

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My partner and I stayed here for two nights in mid October and had a lovely stay - the location of the hotel is beautiful. The room was comfortable with a sea view (as we requested) and the breakfast was really good - cooked options as well as pastries, cereal, fruits etc! We also ate at the Rocks Restaurant which I'd highly recommend, the food and service were both brilliant.

10

Caroline

2 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic weekend. Loved the outdoor pool. Best megram sole (aka Cornish sole) I’ve ever tasted for dinner.

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Month	Average price
January	US$231
February	US$231
March	US$238
April	US$255
May	US$294
June	US$304
July	US$348
August	US$344
September	US$267
October	US$249
November	US$226

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7 $338	8 $556	9	10 $323	11 $323	12 $500
13 $320	14 $528	15	16 $528	17 $347	18 $342	19 $609
20 $337	21 $338	22 $347	23 $342	24 $347	25 $342	26 $345
27 $342	28 $343	29 $338	30 $347

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $332	2 $339	3 $334
4 $334	5 $332	6 $329	7 $324	8 $327	9 $348	10 $324
11 $324	12 $327	13 $324	14 $327	15 $332	16 $324	17 $326
18 $324	19 $332	20 $324	21 $333	22 $324	23 $334	24 $328
25 $324	26 $326	27 $324	28 $333	29 $324	30 $333	31 $324

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