Name: Motel 6-Prospect Heights, IL
Address: 540 North Milwaukee Avenue, Prospect Heights, Illinois, United States of America, Prospect Heights, Illinois, US
Price range: US$54–US$173 per night
Rating: 7.38

What guests think

At Motel 6-Prospect Heights, IL, travelers highlight budget-friendly stays with generally clean rooms and courteous staff, while also noting uncomfortable mattresses, inconsistent housekeeping, occasional bugs and smoke odors, and frequently slow or unreliable Wi‑Fi.

The location is practical for driving to Chicago and nearby suburbs, with a well‑lit lot, though it sits in a commercial area and some guests observed potholes, sporadic noise, and occasional sketchy activity. Expect no breakfast and typically no in‑room fridge or microwave, with only lobby coffee and a shared microwave. Overall, it suits travelers prioritizing low cost and simplicity over comfort and amenities.

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Facilities

Amenities are basic; rooms typically lack a fridge and microwave, but there is morning lobby coffee, a shared microwave, vending, pet‑friendly policies, and ample, well‑lit parking. Several reviews note potholes in the lot.

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8

Steven

23 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room doesn’t have a microwave, coffee maker or a mini fridge. Soap is provided in the restroom area but shampoo, lotion and facial are nowhere to be found. The facility offers free coffee in the lobby in morning and that is it for the usual amenities. As with most Motel 6 locations I have stayed in the last couple of years the innkeepers seem to be running the business as an extended stay facility to house low income residents rather than catering to the tourist industry.

8

Anne

14 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel is conveniently located for my purposes, close enough to Evanston, can be reached without having to drive through Chicago traffic, is reasonably priced and there are economical shopping and dining locations nearby. It is very clean and staff are friendly. There are no refrigerators or coffee machines in the rooms, and no breakfast. Coffee is available in the lounge area in the morning, and there is a microwave as well.

10

Tiffany

5 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Vending machines are close to the room, stairs are accessible and staff was informative approval arrival

6

kevin

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No microwave or refrigerator in rooms. extremely inconvenient. too expensive for what is offered.

8

Gere

28 Nov 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The location was a bit off the beaten path, in a mainly commercial area with some big rigs nearby, but it was comfortable for our purposes. The room was clean but definitely no frills. It was certainly pet friendly, which we needed.

8

Sussana

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Its quiet and everyone is polite. No fridge or microwave in the rooms.

10

Laura

8 May 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The area around the motel needs to be paved, it has lots of holes.

10

Annette

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

After staying in several Motel 6 properties across the country, this was the best one. The staff was friendly and genuine. Rooms were clean, the ac worked, and the parking lot was well lit.

10

Laura

8 May 2024

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The area around the motel need to be paved, there are lots of holes.

6

Cassandra

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was good for what you pay for it. It was near some restaurants, which was nice. The parking was easy, and check in was simple. We didn't encounter any hidden fees and our doggie traveling with us was no issue. Loved that. The bed was firm but comfortable, and the pillows were good. Shower pressure was amazing. The only issues we had were the satellite or cable kept going out, even in clear weather. And the floor was still dirty, even though we smelled a lot of bleach when we first entered the room. Our feet were pretty dirty from just walking around the room. There also wasn't a microwave or small fridge, or a safe or drawers. So bring your cooler! There's an ice machine in the lobby, so that's helpful. The area had a nice lil outdoor spot with doggy bags to take out your fur baby. It felt relatively safe there as well. There is kind of a musty smell, I'm not sure where it's coming from. Maybe the HVAC? It's not just an old building smell. But it wasn't overwhelming. I didn't see bugs or anything on the bed or in the room. The sheets were clean too. Pretty quiet area except for the road going by. Worth it and decent for a cheaper hotel!

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Cleanliness

Many guests report clean or spotless rooms, yet feedback is mixed. Recurring issues include pests (roaches/bugs), smoke or musty odors, and lapses in housekeeping during multi‑night stays.

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Joe

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This residence has a severe roach problem especially second & third floor

4

Greg

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

If you’re checking in late at night and leaving early in the morning, this motel will beat sleeping in your car. Wouldn’t recommend it otherwise, or bringing a family here. Pro’s: heap, free parking, pets allowed and no deposit required. Con’s: rooms were a 4/10 clean, entire time place smelled like weed was being smoked inside, outside, coming through vents in bathroom. Broken glass on ground in designated pet area. SOOO much dog poop on grass I had to bring my dog somewhere down the road because I there’s not a square yard of grass that didn’t have poop on it (30+ piles). Water leaking in lobby, big puddles, still there the next day. Check-out was a basket on the counter with nobody around, filled with room cards. Building was not secure and anyone could walk right in even side entrances. Side door was propped open when I arrived. Neighborhood didn’t seem dangerous, but hotel guests looked a bit sketchy.

10

Carol

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very clean. The shower had good water pressure.

10

Siara

28 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I really like that everything is very clean

4

Jerry

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Stated 3 days and no one came to clean the room a single time. No fridge so I wasted my food. Can’t stay there again. Was a mistake too book it

4

Norman

29 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Saw two roaches in my room. Will not be staying here again.

4

Mary Ann

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 14 nights

I stayed for two weeks and they didn't clean the room once, even after multiple requests. It was unbearably cold in the room and so damp my clothes felt damp all the time until they let me put the heat on. Even then, the dampness didn't improve much.

10

Kimberly

26 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great property at good price. It was clean and comfortable. There aren't many amenities to speak of as this is a simple place.

6

Harish

27 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Found a bedbug in the room. Hopefully we’re not taking them back to our home. It’s unacceptable for a Motel to have them.

8

Jeremy

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff were wonderful but the second floor constantly had the strongest smell of someone smoking weed despite the place being for non-smokers. It was never addressed over the many days we were there. The only other thing of complaint is that we never got any cleaning and had to ask for towels ourselves.

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and often spacious, but comfort is mixed: many mention sagging or lumpy mattresses, thin walls or hallway noise, and small bathrooms. Wi‑Fi is frequently slow or unstable, though showers and A/C usually perform well.

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Michael

15 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Spotty WiFi. Beds are sunken

8

Sheharyar

14 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Terrible mattress. Really really difficult to sleep on. Otherwise the stay was as comfortable as you'd expect. Pretty straightforward and convenient at a great price. The motel is clean and tidy.

8

Jeff

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wi-Fi was fine during the day, but spotty in the evenings, with more guests using it. Otherwise, it was nice.

6

Caitlyn

31 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was great, staff very friendly. Room was very clean. Other than that, definitely “no frills” type room. Unfortunately, I could hear everything in the next room. Road noise was also quite loud.

4

Nazar

13 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean enough. Friendly staff. No toiletries in the room. The reception suggested me to buy a shampoo in Dollar Tree . No fridge, microwave or hairdryer. Very poor soundproofing. There was a smell of cigarettes and weed in the hallways. Very poor internet connection. They should specify the internet speed (1MBps download) on the outdoor advertising banner (FREE INTERNET)

4

J

25 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Too noisy. I heard the elevator and people slamming doors all night long plus every time someone nearby used the shower or toilet or sink.

4

Chad

5 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I don't know how this property got such good rating. the bed was awful!!!

6

Arnold

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I totally understand that a cheap room often comes with low quality room and amenities. . That said it was clean and decent however did not come with any shampoo - just bar soap…. Few towels and washcloth. And would have been okay until we got into the bed. It was so soft and lacked support our mid section sank a good 2-3 feet making us sleep like a macaroni noodle.

4

Evan

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was supposedly free internet, but we were never able to connect and had the weakest signal. The bed was uncomfortable and you could feel the individual springs.

2

Adam

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The beds were sunken in so that you could feel the springs. Back pain upon waking up. Our first room had a broken air conditioner that would turn off every few minutes, as well as a crater-like queen bed. Thankfully the staff let us change to a room with two double beds. These beds were only slightly better, but thankfully the AC worked.

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Service

Staff are often described as friendly, helpful, and efficient at check‑in. However, multiple reviews cite rude interactions or slow responses to problems.

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ALLEN

31 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Mediocre customer service. Very rude

6

ED

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stay was good front desk rufe

10

Glenn

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great customer service. Nice place to stay Ty

10

Stacey

27 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel staff was amazing! Got there early due to a ball game, and was able to check into our room early...which was a big help! The maid asked if we required any cleaning or new towels on the 2nd day. Property is safe and in a fairly quiet area. Not too many food options new by, but they were all a short drive away. We will definitely be back...thank you!

10

Charles

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very quick check in the clerk was very helpful and giving me all the information needed.

10

Anabela

17 May 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Mohammed was very professional and accommodating for my work travel experience. I had a great stay and their WIFI is stable.

10

Nhiager

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is very helpful

10

David

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Thankful we found this gem located right outside Chicago for our group’s trip. Staff was accomodating and friendly.

4

Joseph

17 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, the staff was not very friendly. The matress in my room was long overdue to be replaced. On one side, the springs were caved in. On the other, the springs were poking upward. When I advised the front desk about this, their response was silence. An alarm went off in an office directly below my room at around 8:15 p.m. I reported this to an employee at 8:20, and stated that I had to get up early and then drive all day. Twenty minutes later, I went back to the front desk, and was told that it was being addressed. Some time after 9, it finally stopped. I was never offered apologies, only indifference. I wouldn't recommend the motel to anyone.

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William

10 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

At 9pm room 306 guest was banging on what sounded like a table. Starting at midnight the man started walking the halls playing music from a small speaker while screaming out. This happened 4-7 times until I finally walked down to the front desk at 4am and discussed it with the night manager. He said others complained too so he called the police. Police knocked on the door and told “Jorge” to keep it down. At 5am it all started again. I then called the desk from the room. At 6am the man was physically removed from the hotel. We lost an entire night because the hotel wouldn’t rectify the issue at 9-10pm the evening before. Lack of proactive management caused several guests a night they paid for. The management was nice but said there are no refunds ever for any reason. “There will never be a refund from Motel 6”. He did tell me to call Expedia and was nice but management could have taken care of this much earlier.

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Location

Practical for drivers visiting Chicago and nearby suburbs, with a generally quiet setting and a well‑lit lot. It sits in a commercial area with limited walkable options, and a few guests noted tricky access or sketchy activity at times.

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Kailey

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was pretty good for just using it as a place to stay for the night. only issue we had was our room smelt a little odd when we first entered but went away shortly after. Staff was very friendly and helpful, everything was clean

8

Anne

14 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel is conveniently located for my purposes, close enough to Evanston, can be reached without having to drive through Chicago traffic, is reasonably priced and there are economical shopping and dining locations nearby. It is very clean and staff are friendly. There are no refrigerators or coffee machines in the rooms, and no breakfast. Coffee is available in the lounge area in the morning, and there is a microwave as well.

8

Gere

28 Nov 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The location was a bit off the beaten path, in a mainly commercial area with some big rigs nearby, but it was comfortable for our purposes. The room was clean but definitely no frills. It was certainly pet friendly, which we needed.

4

Jean

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

You get what you pay for here. It's cheap. Therefore, not high quality and there are sketchy people hanging around, especially in the parking lot. Probably very moldy, re-painted and texturized all over. Beds feel like those pull out couches where you can feel the springs. But, it is very cheap, and for the price, relatively clean. Keep your wits about you in the parking lot, don't park at the far end of the hotel. Shady AF.

8

majid

14 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

very clean rooms and quiet environment enough for a family rest at night. Kind and friendly staffs is one of the features. easy parking lot are available. The location is not close to the down town but It is totally worth the price. I highly recommend this Motel for who intend to use their own car for commuting to the Chicago down town.

10

Violetta

21 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place, helpful staff, clean and quiet facilities, + bus connections from & to Chicago. The only downside for me is coffee not being available in the afternoon. Then again, I'm part of small minority that needs coffee all day long ;). Other then that, I had a great stay there!

8

Bradley

7 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cheap no thrill motel. Gets the job done. I did kill 2 bugs in the bathroom. Looks like they just put in new windows. Very well lit parking lot and felt safe!!

8

Grigori

29 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location.

8

Donald

12 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet at night. Hard to get to

8

Ruben

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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Dining

There is no breakfast service; most mention only lobby coffee and a shared microwave. Dining options are off‑site, with several restaurants a short drive away.

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8

Anne

14 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel is conveniently located for my purposes, close enough to Evanston, can be reached without having to drive through Chicago traffic, is reasonably priced and there are economical shopping and dining locations nearby. It is very clean and staff are friendly. There are no refrigerators or coffee machines in the rooms, and no breakfast. Coffee is available in the lounge area in the morning, and there is a microwave as well.

8

Melvin D

29 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

No breakfast like in other hotels.

10

Scott

2 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

friendly staff, shopping center one block away with 2 good restaurants; clean room with helpful housekeepers,

8

Sussana

5 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Its quiet and everyone is polite. No fridge or microwave in the rooms.

8

David

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean tidy comfortable room. Shame breakfast pnly had coffee

8

Jennilea

2 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything went smoothly - room was clean, lobby was clean, employees were friendly, area is safe. The continental breakfast leaves something to be desired, no fridge or microwave in the room, but the price of the room was very fair for what was offered.

8

Angel

14 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I wish they would provide breakfast, and do something more with smokers and the smell in the rooms

8

Karen

31 Aug 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Dining options were sufficient for a road trip. Wood floors tended to get wet out of shower.

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PAUL

3 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Decent, clean room & reception. They didn't offer breakfast but there was a microwave you could use, off course there is one in the room as well. I will always remember the reception lady who had teary eye, I asked her if she was ok, she said she was. I was sad all night. She was kind but I was concerned. They did clean outside trash as well the morning. Overall, they care about their guests.

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Cassandra

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was good for what you pay for it. It was near some restaurants, which was nice. The parking was easy, and check in was simple. We didn't encounter any hidden fees and our doggie traveling with us was no issue. Loved that. The bed was firm but comfortable, and the pillows were good. Shower pressure was amazing. The only issues we had were the satellite or cable kept going out, even in clear weather. And the floor was still dirty, even though we smelled a lot of bleach when we first entered the room. Our feet were pretty dirty from just walking around the room. There also wasn't a microwave or small fridge, or a safe or drawers. So bring your cooler! There's an ice machine in the lobby, so that's helpful. The area had a nice lil outdoor spot with doggy bags to take out your fur baby. It felt relatively safe there as well. There is kind of a musty smell, I'm not sure where it's coming from. Maybe the HVAC? It's not just an old building smell. But it wasn't overwhelming. I didn't see bugs or anything on the bed or in the room. The sheets were clean too. Pretty quiet area except for the road going by. Worth it and decent for a cheaper hotel!

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Month	Average price
January	US$46
February	US$43
March	US$47
April	US$53
May	US$64
June	US$73
July	US$84
August	US$72
September	US$58
October	US$57
November	US$47
December	US$46

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $152	18 $173	19 $113
20 $69	21 $62	22 $62	23 $62	24 $64	25 $95	26 $95
27 $64	28 $60	29 $64	30 $64

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $64	2 $73	3 $75
4 $54	5 $56	6 $54	7 $58	8 $58	9 $113	10 $115
11 $58	12 $55	13 $56	14 $55	15 $55	16 $69	17 $68
18 $56	19 $55	20 $55	21 $57	22 $55	23 $69	24 $68
25 $54	26 $56	27 $55	28 $55	29 $56	30 $70	31 $70

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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