Name: Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos
Address: 517 West San Marcos Boulevard, San Marcos, California, United States of America, San Marcos, California, US
Price range: $68–$133 per night
Rating: 7.25

What guests think

At Days Inn by Wyndham San Marcos, many guests highlight clean rooms and friendly staff, while others note the older facilities, maintenance issues, and freeway or neighbor noise, making experiences vary from comfortable budget stays to frustrating overnights.

The location is convenient to highways, restaurants, and shops, but several reviews mention a sketchy feel and foot traffic around the property. Rooms feel dated with worn fixtures; comfort varies with hard or sagging mattresses, and Wi‑Fi and TV reliability can be inconsistent, though some suites offer extra space. Breakfast is very limited—typically waffles, toast, and packaged pastries—with frequent comments about the lack of protein or variety. Overall, expect a basic, budget-friendly stopover with trade‑offs.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic for a budget motel: exterior areas are dated and sometimes under construction, with no elevator in some buildings. Guests mention a clean pool, easy parking, pet‑friendly policy, and an onsite laundry that can be inoperable.

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Sylvia

Jun 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staircase is slated, not safe.

10

Kimberly

May 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. Close to the freeway. Free parking. Nice staff. The pool was Clean! I loved my room. Very large and Clean. There was a small buffet breakfast. I honestly couldn’t ask for more. Looked to be small business owned. I will go back. I travel A lot and am a super critic. The place was very nice. The room was so spacious.

4

Richard

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hallway under construction. Exit tape off.

10

Frank

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Easy parking. Nice staff

6

margaret

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Booked 5 nights 2 bed room. Facility needs to be updated. Outside and inside. Floor had tape covering cracks. Dirty walls and peeling paint in bathroom. Noisy from traffic. Very minimal breakfast choices. Staff was nice!

8

Monica

Dec 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was descent. The room was clean and bed comfy. The property looks run down on the outside.

10

Eileen

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent adapting for handicapped.

8

Aaron

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Decent hotel. We have stayed here a few times already because affordable. Rooms are recent remodeled. Parking is not a problem. Continental breakfast is basically waffles and toast. Facility needs to add more fruit besides oranges and maybe some eggs or bacon. They should say pastries provided not breakfast. Besides the food it’s a decent place to stay for cheap.

6

Frank

Mar 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was no elevator to the 2nd floor and nobody told me that breakfast was available when I checked in

6

Tina

May 6, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Check in was very accommodating, as our flight was delayed substantially. I called and staff was great as we didn't get to the motel until almost 3:00 am. Had to ask for toiletries and coffee twice on our 6 day stay, and the floor cleaner that they used left residue. Good water pressure and always had hot water!. The onsite laundry was of no use; 2 washing machines, 2 dryers, only 1 washing machine worked.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is inconsistent: many guests report clean rooms and fresh linens, while others cite dirty bathrooms, strong odors, and occasional pests (roaches, spiders, fruit flies). Housekeeping sometimes misses items like wash cloths.

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Michelle

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were dirty. I found a pin an a contact and hair all over the floor.

10

Ericka

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bed was very comfortable the room was very clean.

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MONICA

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unsanitary and run down, found cockroaches in room and had to find an other stay in the middle of the night. Requested refund that night and was told it wouldn’t be done till the next morning. Called the next morning and staff was upset, had me on hold and call was later disconnected. Had to go in person as was told I had to wait two business days to receive refund. Was very disappointed in the quality of the room and lack of compliance from staff.

10

Ned

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms are clean

4

Kaluhua

Feb 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Multiple insects in room. Gnats on ceiling. Spider on floor. And the worse part when I went to let down and rolled over there was huge orange spider that was crawling on the pillow right near my head. This is a safety concern

6

James

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not very clean

10

Anna

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, nice staff

6

Gary D.

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It smelled like urine in the room.

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Sadaqa

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The property is run down & has an infestation of cockroaches

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Carlos

Apr 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very dirty,sticky floor and smelled bad. Noisy freeway nearby. I had to find another place to stay the night!

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Rooms

Rooms are dated with worn fixtures and thin walls; comfort varies with reports of hard or sagging mattresses. Wi‑Fi and TV reliability are inconsistent, though some suites offer extra space.

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Alejandro

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The TV did not work. But the window aircon was not so loud when the thermostat switches on/off.

8

Frank

Mar 8, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice enough for the price but the WIFI is very erratic.Off and on

6

Jeff

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly and professional. Room was very clean but outdated and the room was pretty noisy

6

Ariana

Sep 25, 2023

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I booked this property based on the great reviews but I now feel bamboozled. The staff was very friendly and the room was clean, but the property is clearly not updated often and is a cheap option for travelers. Out of the 4 or so outlets in our room, 2 were loose and unsafe to use, one heated up my charging block and all but 1 were located behind furniture that had to be moved to get to them. The wood flooring was coming up off the floor and I tripped multiple times, as did my son. The windows are probably single paned and because the property is right off the freeway, we heard everything and didn't sleep well. The shower/tub facets were also separating from the wall. Another reason for our booking was the free breakfast. This was very disappointing as it was a broken waffle maker, orange juice from a dispenser and small chocolate "crossiants" that you buy from Costco. Positives: friendly staff, working AC units, a fridge and microwave in our room and a separate couch and tv for my son to watch cartoons when he woke up before everyone else. Overall, not what I'd expect from a Days Inn and I'm wishing I would have gone with a Motel 6 instead.

6

Maria

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Window didn't fit the frame. Felt like the window was open. Mattress needed to be replaced, it sunk in the middle.

4

Neil

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Arrived very late after a long day of travel, otherwise would not have stayed here once I saw the room. Room was low-level motor lodge level. Clean, but no frills and badly maintained. “Two queen beds” were actually double beds and rock hard, like sleeping on the floor. A/C was loud and rattles. Light in front room did not work. Backs right on to the freeway so loud traffic noise. Continental breakfast was an afterthought with everything out of stock including the coffee. The pictures and reviews on this site made it seem like a pretty decent place, can’t believe it’s the same place.

8

John

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

During our stay hotel was a little outdated. Needs a little TLC paint upgrades etc. Staff were polite and attentive. Room was clean and comfortable. Price was very affordable.

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Linda

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Our 5 night stay was punctuated with frustratingly intermittent amenities. First let me say that the cleanliness of the room and the friendliness of the staff were very good. We were shorted wash cloths and a bath mat for several days. Very few of the electrical outlets would hold the plug so it was hard to charge electronics. The Wi-fi worked some days; others not and we had to ask for the router to be reset. The cable tv had to be disconnected/reconnected every night (except one) to get the television reception to work. Breakfast was an assortment of packaged pastries, waffles, toast, juices. There were no eggs, bacon, sausage, cereal, fruit or yogurt. Very disappointing stay, especially for the price.

4

Kenneth

Dec 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall, this property is a good value with friendly service, and is in a very convenient location. Rooms are pleasant and have been partially renovated. Windows, however, are badly in need of replacement: broken screens & fixtures—plus they are so flimsy that they block neither cold nor the incessant noise from the adjacent freeway. Very loud.

4

Mandy

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pictures are very misleading, so make sure you read reviews before booking. The room was very small and the tv also very very small, and the WiFi was horrible. The positive was that it was in a decent area and the staff (the single one we saw) was friendly. If you ask me for the price it should have been so much better.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and accommodating, with smooth check‑ins. Experiences vary, and a few reviews report rude night staff, poor communication, or limited resolution when problems arise.

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Lorita

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff wasn't very friendly. Dryers didn't work. Lighting out

10

Angela

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was amazing all around. The area was perfect and safe. Hotel was very clean. The breakfast could have used a little more variety.

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Luke

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Tv/internet sucked. House keeping tried to come in to clean our room when we hadn’t even checked out yet. Bed was decent. Noisy/thin walls/freeway. Rooms in general are worn down but you get what you pay for. Staff were friendly though.

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Jervis

Dec 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very friendly and efficient. Even tho right next to highway, rooms are very quiet. Easy to find!

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Donna

Feb 27, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very rude and non helpful night staff. Day staff was the opposite-friendly and helpful. Property needs updated

8

Robert

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk was efficient, friendly, and accommodating. Building is showing its age. Limited room amenities. Bathroom vent fan was noisy.

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Stephen

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The desk clerk, Kevin, was friendly, competent, helpful. He was awesome.

10

Eric

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Basic motel property with updated, clean rooms and great AC. Property is nicely maintained. A McDonalds and two mexican restaurants nearby. Hotel provided complimentary breakfast and staff was friendly and helpful. Front desk/manager Alex is very courteous, efficient, always smiling, and made check-in a breeze. We would stay again.

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Michael

May 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I called and prearranged my reservation due to the fact I would be there at 3:30 AM. They took my money everything was set. I arrived at the hotel at 3:30 and a night person was so rude would not check anything do nothing and said I don’t have a room so I had to go and find another motel at 4AM . in the morning. Worst experience and rudeness I’ve ever had. Next day, the manager calls was very nice and polite, and returned the money that I paid. Manager was great.

8

Joshua

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff was super friendly, The front desk clerk I believe his name was Travis was super cool and helpful. The property itself was an older property and it shows. Could use some updating, but that's not the staff's fault. They do a great job with what they have. Overall though its a good value and they are pet friendly which was most important to me since I was bringing my dog with me.

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Location

Convenient next to the freeway and close to restaurants and shops. Several guests note traffic noise and that the immediate area can feel sketchy.

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Miroslaw

Oct 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nothin fancy but clean. Good, convenient location.

10

Kristopher

Jan 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location. Close to all of stuff.

8

Ricardo

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient

10

Jose

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice little motel close to freeway , love that everything is very accessible and we felt safe and enjoyed our stay

8

Kolleen

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s an old building, but the beds, pillows, etc… comfort was very good. They allowed our dog. The location was next to a good Mexican restaurant, backers, and market.

10

Tammy

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I never booked this place, even though it’s close to my work, just cuz the reviews were so hit and miss. Glad I finally booked it because it has almost everything I need in a local hotel. Hotels are crazy expensive right now so I get really picky with what I’m willing to pay for. Easy check in, clean room, cozy bed, hot water and soap/shampoo dispensers in shower, good tv with extended channels and a clickable channel guide, good privacy, no riff raff, AC/heater has auto off and works well, plenty of food and store options nearby and easy on off freeway access, breakfast was minimal but all I needed really a waffle maker and some pastries. Cons: the toilet is super low, no coffee maker in rooms Overall a solid choice for locals. If you’re new to San Diego stay in hotel circle or closer to the city/beaches.

10

Krisada

Oct 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It is a good place to rest for a night or two It is nice area and close to the freeway

6

Samasoni

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Close to restaurants, shopping centers and businesses.

8

Jonathan

Aug 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was sketchy due to it being open to the public and several markets and business around. It felt like there was quite of bit a foot traffic throughout the parking lot all night. People were drinking and smoking marijuana in the parking lot in between the buildings. Rooms were extremely basic and a/c kept shutting off every 4 minutes throughout the night.

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Kenneth

Dec 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall, this property is a good value with friendly service, and is in a very convenient location. Rooms are pleasant and have been partially renovated. Windows, however, are badly in need of replacement: broken screens & fixtures—plus they are so flimsy that they block neither cold nor the incessant noise from the adjacent freeway. Very loud.

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Dining

Breakfast is minimal—usually waffles, toast, and packaged pastries—with frequent comments about little variety and no protein. Occasional issues include low coffee/juice and minor cleanliness concerns.

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melinda

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice clean motel, no frills, simple breakfast, fit our needs.

4

Sharon

Nov 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay was ok, a lot of traffic noice BUT it’s next to the freeway so I get that, bed surprisingly was comfortable, everything was aged looking. What concerned me was when we went done for their continental breakfast, they was a trail of ants on the counter tops, we informed front desk, he cane around, got a rag, swiped once on the counter top and left. The trail of ants was still there that lead to the ground not sure where it ended but we didn’t stay to have breakfast there.

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Hernani L

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

the room was below average. the area is sketchy. when I booked this stay, I was looking specifically for breakfast. horrible. no protein, all carbs, no fruit, no juice, no water, tiny 4-waffle maker. TERRIBLE

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Richard

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly staff, clean room, easy to find. Limited menu for breakfast.

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Elizabeth

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Practically on the offramp, but we didnt hear the traffic. The couch and suite offered was appreciated as a larger family. Breakfast was limited, but we knew that going into it. Packaged danishes. We didnt use anything but the beds, there less than 12 hours

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Neil

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Arrived very late after a long day of travel, otherwise would not have stayed here once I saw the room. Room was low-level motor lodge level. Clean, but no frills and badly maintained. “Two queen beds” were actually double beds and rock hard, like sleeping on the floor. A/C was loud and rattles. Light in front room did not work. Backs right on to the freeway so loud traffic noise. Continental breakfast was an afterthought with everything out of stock including the coffee. The pictures and reviews on this site made it seem like a pretty decent place, can’t believe it’s the same place.

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BRADLEY

Oct 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Reasonable cost, breakfast should include eggs

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Aaron

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Decent hotel. We have stayed here a few times already because affordable. Rooms are recent remodeled. Parking is not a problem. Continental breakfast is basically waffles and toast. Facility needs to add more fruit besides oranges and maybe some eggs or bacon. They should say pastries provided not breakfast. Besides the food it’s a decent place to stay for cheap.

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Charles

Jan 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast wasn't that great.

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Linda

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Our 5 night stay was punctuated with frustratingly intermittent amenities. First let me say that the cleanliness of the room and the friendliness of the staff were very good. We were shorted wash cloths and a bath mat for several days. Very few of the electrical outlets would hold the plug so it was hard to charge electronics. The Wi-fi worked some days; others not and we had to ask for the router to be reset. The cable tv had to be disconnected/reconnected every night (except one) to get the television reception to work. Breakfast was an assortment of packaged pastries, waffles, toast, juices. There were no eggs, bacon, sausage, cereal, fruit or yogurt. Very disappointing stay, especially for the price.

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Month	Average price
January	$73
February	$76
March	$83
April	$91
May	$99
June	$99
July	$117
August	$98
September	$80
October	$82
November	$76
December	$69

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $71	16 $68	17 $69	18 $103	19 $103
20 $70	21 $70	22 $69	23 $71	24 $70	25 $98	26 $96
27 $70	28 $70	29 $71	30 $69

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $71	2 $93	3 $95
4 $76	5 $79	6 $77	7 $79	8 $77	9 $123	10 $133
11 $77	12 $75	13 $77	14 $79	15 $78	16 $106	17 $111
18 $76	19 $77	20 $76	21 $84	22 $90	23 $121	24 $119
25 $80	26 $76	27 $75	28 $76	29 $77	30 $106	31 $110

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