Name: Holiday Inn Huntsville - Research Park by IHG
Address: 5903 University Drive, Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America, Huntsville, Alabama, US
Price range: $91–$244 per night
Rating: 8.5

What guests think

At Holiday Inn Huntsville - Research Park by IHG, reviewers praise the walkable location near the Orion Amphitheater, friendly staff, and comfortable beds, while noting an older property with some wear, intermittent cleanliness lapses, and occasional maintenance or noise issues.

Many highlight being able to walk to restaurants, shops, and attractions in MidCity, with easy parking on site. Rooms are generally comfortable but show age, with worn carpets or fixtures in places, thin walls or loud AC in some rooms, and mixed housekeeping quality. Facilities include a bar and restaurant plus an indoor–outdoor pool, but the hot tub and elevators draw complaints and breakfast value feels inconsistent. Expect a convenient base for events rather than a polished, luxury stay.

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Facilities

On-site bar/restaurant and an indoor–outdoor pool are appreciated, and parking is easy. Some guests cite maintenance issues such as slow or out-of-service elevators, a tepid hot tub, restricted room service hours, and occasional water or plumbing notices; lighting in parts of the lot could be better.

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Scott L

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I am in the area for work and this facility is close to the site. It has nice local amenities within walking or a very short drive distance. It is also merely a 20 minute drive from the airport. This staff is very friendly and the live music on Wednesday nights in the lounge is an awesome treat.

10

Paula

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The safety of parking was safe however it could use increased lighting on sides and back part of property.

10

Solaimon

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The location is great for walking places and there is a pretty good walking trail to follow. There are plenty of things to eat around without having to use a car. The pool is both inside and outside with the option to swim outside under a walk bridge.

10

joseph

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel. Room service hours wer restricted breakfast and dinner after 5. The club adjenct was loud until 10pm or 11. Heavy beat. But a the location is close, Trader Joe was grrat for sandwiches and wraps.

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Lisa

Dec 28, 2022

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The beds were comfortable. The telephone did not work. We reported it to the front desk. The restaurant closed before the posted hours, so we could not order food. Upon check in, we were told the water would be turned off at 9am the next morning. We had a nonrefundable booking, and the roads were icing over, so we stayed.

8

Pamela

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I searched specifically for a property with a hot tub because my husband and I like to relax in a hot tub while away for a weekend. While they “technically” have a hot tub, the water was tepid, and the jet stream that should create bubbles barely worked. I was super disappointed

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edward

Dec 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Yeah, Hotel stay was OK until the elevator went out

10

Molly

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel stay was for a show at the Orion Amphitheater. The proximity couldn't be best!! I enjoyed a couple drinks at the bar with my friends, the bartender was very sweet and great at her job! The price of the room was reasonable, parking was easy with no issues, there are maybe restaurants and stores near by... Over all excellent locations. I almost forgot the shower has excellent water pressure.

10

David

May 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Plenty of restaurants and activities in walking distance. Close to expressway but you can't hear it from room. They also gave me access to concierge lounge, nice touch.

6

Mike

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were attending a festival that was within walking distance to venue. Location was convenient to the Mid City District (walkable). However, the room was not exactly clean. The bath tub had a considerable amount of hair in it. The elevators were very slow, when they worked. There was a sign that they were being serviced, but we never saw evidence of that. We just used the stairs. Front desk staff was friendly.

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: many describe very clean rooms, while others report stained or worn carpets, hair in tubs, and missed spots. Housekeeping consistency varies between stays.

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Misty

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms aren't cleaned well. Damaged carpet and trash under bed. Bed was comfy though.

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Cheryl Elizabeth

Feb 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is in a great location near many activities and restaurants. Staff was friendly. Hotel room was dirty. Son spilled water on the tile, we wiped it up, and the rag came up black. Could not walk barefoot on the carpet because it had a disgusting crunchy texture. Brown dirty stains found on bathroom shelves under the sink. Stains on desk. Overall, unimpressed by cleanliness.

10

Crystal

Jan 5, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were spotless and the staff were very nice. Felt safe hotel overall was a great experience. Was there on a family trip already made reservation reservations to go back

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Jen

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is incredibly helpful and friendly. The property is in a freat location, and is easy to get in and out. Parking is a breeze, and nearby attractions are easy to get to. There are a few areas where cleaning could be improves (hair and dust around the rim of the tub, hair on the bedspread) but otherwise freat! We will stay here again.

10

Genene

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super nice – super clean – better than what was expected

10

Shannon

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean

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Crystal

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were clean. The breakfast was good. The staff was very nice.

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Kristian

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was dark and the carpet was quite dirty, with red stains on the carpet… Bed was comfortable though, and the indoor/outdoor pool was nice. Reception forgot to give breakfast stamps, which cause some unnecessary confusion.

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Kristina

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, and comfortable stay!

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Mike

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were attending a festival that was within walking distance to venue. Location was convenient to the Mid City District (walkable). However, the room was not exactly clean. The bath tub had a considerable amount of hair in it. The elevators were very slow, when they worked. There was a sign that they were being serviced, but we never saw evidence of that. We just used the stairs. Front desk staff was friendly.

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Rooms

Beds are widely praised as comfortable, but rooms show age and wear, with thin walls, loud AC or plumbing, small layouts in some doubles, and light leakage due to inadequate curtains. Noise from nearby venues or the lobby affects some stays.

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Jennifer

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The area the property was in was excellent. Hotel itself wasn’t great but not awful. Our floor was damp and the walls were very thin so could hear everything.

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James L.

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to main traffic so a little noise but all in all was a good stay

4

Hayley

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The blind controls were simply not there, and when we called the front desk for help, they didn't know where the controls were. Walls paper thin. No water pressure in the shower.

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Linda

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Liked the hotel. Wasnon the 2nd floor above the washers and dryers for the hotel and it was noisy when they were operating. Toilet handle was iffy in the room. Other than that it was great!

10

Jo

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The double room is pretty small, but overall good experience. The hotel is right by tons of stuff to do as well.

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Melissa

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I have go brag on this hotel. We stayed here because we were going to a show at the Orion. The walk was so easy and it was great not to have to sit in traffic leaving the event. The location is convenient to a lot in the area. The hotel was clean and the beds were so comfy I wanted to stay an extra night. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. I had emailed with a special request and the staff accommodated us. We also ate at the restaurant on site and it was really good and service was great! We’ll definitely be returning the next time we visit Huntsville.

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Tien

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Ac was extremely loud. Toilet was loud

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Rachel

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The selling point for this property is the location. There is a lovely walking path beside the hotel with lots of nice small restaurants and shops. The hotel itself is fine- but is definitely showing some wear and tear- old carpet, water spots, lots of dings in the furniture. The beds are comfortable which is a redeeming quality for the room.

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Heather

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was kind and efficient. Bed was comfortable and clean. Location is amazing sharing a parking lot with Trader Joe’s, coffee shop, REI, Dave and busters, climbing activity, Top Golf. Perfect 1/4 mile walk to Orion Amp on a paved nice sidewalk. The room needs some attention. Peeling wallpaper, new paint needed. The most obnoxious thing in the room is there is no light filtering curtain. There is a decorative blind on the window that leaves a 1-2” gap for all the sunlight to come through before 6am. A curtain is 100% needed.

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Laura

Jul 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was great. Very friendly staff and comfortable beds. Perfect for our short, overnight stay. However, when we arrived late on Saturday evening, after traveling all day, it was extremely loud from a band playing in the lobby. It was difficult to hear the person checking us in. There is also a night club next door with live, outdoor music. It would have been a wonderful treat if we weren't so tired and ready to go to bed. Luckily it didn't play late so it didn't keep us up long.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful. However, guests report inconsistencies including incorrect room types, slow check-in, late-checkout disturbances, confusion about VIP floor access, and occasional refusals or miscommunication around third-party bookings.

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Nancy D

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I chose this hotel due to the convenience of the venue we were attending and the ratings from others. The staff was SO VERY FRIENDLY and professional upon check in. The hotel was exceptionally clean and close to the Orion Amphitheater.

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Roy

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We paid for a king room and they gave us double suite and refused to pay Expedia back the difference. So we can recoup what was over paid. Also if you get late checkout you will still have your door knocked on every hour starting at 8am even though 8 am isn’t even normal checkout time. This is unacceptable.

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R

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My room was prepaid for the Concierge level. I booked a Deluxe King and ended up with a double. The front desk did not bother to tell me. I dont like rooms with 2 beds. I found out when I opened the door to my room. When I called downstairs, I was told they oversold…and offered me free drinks. I gave the tickets away as I am sober…..Also the toilet has very low pressure.

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Gail

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff very friendly

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Gary

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Thereas in the dining room at breakfast is extremely friendly and spirited. A pleasure. The front desk team is a bit surly.

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Lloyd

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was courteous, however we needed someone to come and clean our room and they stated that since we booked through a third party they would not clean it.

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Ann

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great property. Could use a little updating, but it’s a nice hotel. Staff very efficient, nice, and helpful. Love, love, love the noon check-out.

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Wsnda

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What i didn't like was that I stayed on vip 5th floor. Didn't know and wasn't explained I had special things to do in that floor so I didn't use them. Wasn't told how to get to the floor so I rode up and down about 5times until another patron told me I had to use my key to get there. Didn't know about the bar until Fri on the fifth floor so I didn't use it because it's not open. You mentioned welcome gift didn't receive one. . I don't know if this hotel is use to fam reunions but there were two reunions and that would be loud and an employee came to make us quiet and wanted us to leave the lobby this is what family is about. Maybe you shouldnt host two reunions at the same time.

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Steven

Dec 4, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

They put us in an occupied room

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Jennifer

Dec 3, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Staff are friendly but check in extremely slow and tedious

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Location

Excellent, walkable location in MidCity with easy access to the Orion Amphitheater, restaurants, shops, and attractions. Many guests choose the hotel specifically to walk to concerts.

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Jodi

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I booked this hotel because me and my daughter were going to a concert at the Orion amphitheater. Many restaurants are only a 5 minute walk from the hotel. And the Orion is only another 5 minutes walk. Wonderful location for going to the Orion

10

Kristen

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Went for a concert @ The Orion & it was the perfect location.

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Kathryn

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No complaints! Easy walk to The Orion - lots in the area!

10

Phadra29

Jun 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location,

10

Rene

Jul 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Closest hotel to Orion Ampitheater

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Wanda

Sep 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Walking distance to orion amphitheater for concerts

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Marlaina

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is an older hotel in a great location. Our room had the normal wear and tear of an older hotel, but it was clean and comfortable. We stayed here because of the location and were easily able to walk to a concert at the amphitheater. I will definitely choose to stay here again if we are back in Huntsville.

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Molly

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel stay was for a show at the Orion Amphitheater. The proximity couldn't be best!! I enjoyed a couple drinks at the bar with my friends, the bartender was very sweet and great at her job! The price of the room was reasonable, parking was easy with no issues, there are maybe restaurants and stores near by... Over all excellent locations. I almost forgot the shower has excellent water pressure.

10

Jen

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It's a great location for families or adults. Many food and entertainment options in walking distance.

10

Stephanie

Aug 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

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Dining

Breakfast and the on-site restaurant/bar receive praise from several guests, with some enjoying entertainment. Others find breakfast overpriced or average, note stocking issues, or mention limited room service hours; complimentary breakfast is not standard.

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joseph

Oct 27, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel. Room service hours wer restricted breakfast and dinner after 5. The club adjenct was loud until 10pm or 11. Heavy beat. But a the location is close, Trader Joe was grrat for sandwiches and wraps.

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Crystal

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bed and pillows were extremely comfortable! What i wnjoyed the mist was the breakfast! The servers wait on you and it fives that extra bit of something.

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Michael

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff, good food/bar

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Leslie

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were all friendly and helpful and the breakfast was superb.

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paul

Aug 28, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Restaurant staff could use some more training about keeping the breakfast bar stocked up and fresh. Still seems to be the challenge from the 4 stays over the past year.

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Melissa

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I have go brag on this hotel. We stayed here because we were going to a show at the Orion. The walk was so easy and it was great not to have to sit in traffic leaving the event. The location is convenient to a lot in the area. The hotel was clean and the beds were so comfy I wanted to stay an extra night. The staff were all so friendly and helpful. I had emailed with a special request and the staff accommodated us. We also ate at the restaurant on site and it was really good and service was great! We’ll definitely be returning the next time we visit Huntsville.

10

Elizabeth

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice hotel! It was within walking distance of Orion for a concert, as well as food, and a Starbucks. Breakfast was just okay, but the beds were comfy and the room was nice and clean. Will stay again for future events.

10

Margo

Dec 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I highly recommend this hotel. We had a pleasant stay. The breakfast in the morning is worth the price if you pay through Expedia, the bar was still alive. Entertainment was awesome and the staff was very friendly.

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Crystal

Jan 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were clean. The breakfast was good. The staff was very nice.

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Felix

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I liked how close it was to a lot of shops. The breakfast buffet was not what I expected for it being 15 dollars. The waffles were still doughy and the contents of the breakfast looked like it was a regular free continental breakfast you'd get at any other hotel. Otherwise the service was great and I had a nice clean room each day.

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Month	Average price
January	$92
February	$107
March	$120
April	$127
May	$118
June	$111
July	$107
August	$111
September	$125
October	$125
November	$100
December	$83

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20 $91	21 $112	22 $123	23 $108	24 $115	25 $149	26 $114
27 $100	28 $109	29 $109	30 $115

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				1 $113	2 $136	3 $131
4 $120	5 $111	6 $110	7 $139	8 $111	9 $165	10
11	12 $111	13 $109	14 $118	15 $208	16 $244	17 $231
18 $116	19 $102	20 $105	21 $105	22 $116	23	24
25 $109	26 $95	27 $98	28 $98	29 $95	30 $113	31 $109

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Communications)

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

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