Name: MainStay Suites Bloomington near University
Address: 105 South Franklin, Bloomington, Indiana, United States of America, Bloomington, Indiana, US
Price range: $60–$723 per night
Rating: 7.23

What guests think

At MainStay Suites Bloomington near University, guests frequently praise the friendly, helpful staff and convenient location near IU and dining, while feedback on dated rooms, maintenance issues, variable cleanliness, and pool availability is more mixed.

Rooms are often spacious with practical kitchens, and many guests enjoy the complimentary breakfast. Several reviews mention high rates during university events and occasional highway noise. Best suited to travelers seeking space and self-catering over up-to-date style.

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Facilities

Facilities show wear at this older property. The pool is sometimes closed or uncomfortably cold; some reviews note door issues, and one mentions limited outdoor areas.

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10

Reighn

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

My family and I stayed for 4 nights and 5 days. We enjoyed the full kitchen because we could cook the groceries that we bought saving some money from constantly eating out. We were impressed with the variety and quality of options for their complimentary breakfast. The staff are all very helpful when we need to borrow things we suddwnly needed. Their outdoor pool was closed but we were allowed to use the indoor pool of Fairfield Suites which is just a couple of minutes walk. We had a fantastic stay and next time we go to Bloomington, we are definitely staying athe TownePlace again.

6

Alfredo

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Needs a remodeling!

4

Bryce

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

-Spiders in room -Lamp didn’t work -Side door didn’t work, had to walk all the way around the front to leave/enter -AC is unit was extremely loud

10

Katie

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was nice and roomy. The hotel itself seems a bit outdated and needs some upgrades.

6

Christa

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

When we vacated our other Bloomington hotel due to unacceptable condition, we had limited options. This hotel was very welcoming: a truly lovely staff. The 3-star score is only that low because we had one of the unrenovated rooms and it was quite dated and the sofa(bed) upholstery and seat cushions were in bad shape. Pros( in addition to the staff): clean facility and room with comfortable bathroom and kitchen, good TV. Surprisingly quiet and convenient location. Perfectly nice comp hot breakfast. Really nice, clean little pool helped us decompress. I would gladly return but request a renovated room.

8

mesassiona

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pool water was way too cold and the stove barely worked which defeated the purpose of going. But it was still a good time. Plus the room was very clean.

10

Charlene

Mar 28, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I don't think I could have gotten more for my money. This is an older property so it's a little frayed in places, but the hardworking (yes, I watched them) staff keep it clean and tidy as possible. I found all of the staff members to be helpful and courteous.I was left with a warm feeling when I checked out.

4

Dawn

Aug 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is in desperate need of updates. Floors, both carpet and laminate were filthy. The air conditioner was so loud you could not sleep. I had to ask for anything I needed, including cleaning the room. We stayed a month and they only came around twice to see what we needed. They had two fire drills, which we were not notified prior, which scared my doggie terribly. The pool was not open at all, due to “a crack in the concrete”. There is nowhere to sit outside. The landscaping is deplorable. The side door was left unlocked the entire time so anyone could walk in. The breakfast was rarely ready on time. They charged us $300 for my small dog to stay, which they did not have to clean up after inside or out. There is no refund for a reason, once we got here and saw the unacceptable state of this hotel, it was too late to leave. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone, human or animal.

6

Annette

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Although the employers were very nice the hotel is extremely dated. I recognize it was graduation weekend but we paid well over $800 for what should have cost less than $100.

6

lorraine

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was nice. Room was clean but very well used. Sofa couch looks like it had been there since 1970s. whole establishment needs to be redone. Very old and creepy vibes. Hallway odorous. Next to a noisy freeway. Would definitely not stay again.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: while several guests found rooms and common areas clean, others reported odors, mold, dirty linens, spiders, and bathrooms that needed more attention.

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natalie anne

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

After changing rooms THREE times for broken AC, flooding toilet, and just absolutely filthy, it was an ok stay if you’re not too picky

6

Christa

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

When we vacated our other Bloomington hotel due to unacceptable condition, we had limited options. This hotel was very welcoming: a truly lovely staff. The 3-star score is only that low because we had one of the unrenovated rooms and it was quite dated and the sofa(bed) upholstery and seat cushions were in bad shape. Pros( in addition to the staff): clean facility and room with comfortable bathroom and kitchen, good TV. Surprisingly quiet and convenient location. Perfectly nice comp hot breakfast. Really nice, clean little pool helped us decompress. I would gladly return but request a renovated room.

8

mesassiona

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pool water was way too cold and the stove barely worked which defeated the purpose of going. But it was still a good time. Plus the room was very clean.

10

Charlene

Mar 28, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I don't think I could have gotten more for my money. This is an older property so it's a little frayed in places, but the hardworking (yes, I watched them) staff keep it clean and tidy as possible. I found all of the staff members to be helpful and courteous.I was left with a warm feeling when I checked out.

8

Isaac

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room 302 was terrible. It stunk so badly that even after the windows were opened and a fan was circulating that room for 8 hours it still smelled so bad. The sheets smelled bad, pillows, and towels too. I assume it's probably in the carpet too. One of the bath towels was also dirty, and so was a wash cloth. Friendly and patient staff. All the other rooms were great! We will be back! Breakfast was great! I bought 5 rooms and 4/5 were great! Thank you for hosting us!

6

Corin

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone is very nice but the bathrooms could be a little cleaner.

4

Dawn

Aug 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is in desperate need of updates. Floors, both carpet and laminate were filthy. The air conditioner was so loud you could not sleep. I had to ask for anything I needed, including cleaning the room. We stayed a month and they only came around twice to see what we needed. They had two fire drills, which we were not notified prior, which scared my doggie terribly. The pool was not open at all, due to “a crack in the concrete”. There is nowhere to sit outside. The landscaping is deplorable. The side door was left unlocked the entire time so anyone could walk in. The breakfast was rarely ready on time. They charged us $300 for my small dog to stay, which they did not have to clean up after inside or out. There is no refund for a reason, once we got here and saw the unacceptable state of this hotel, it was too late to leave. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone, human or animal.

8

VI

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

For the price of the room, this hotel was good. Convenient off the highway with food options within walking and driving distance. Rooms could be updated but they were clean. Staff was very nice & friendly.

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Tiaon

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

moldy shower curtain, the rooms smelled moldy and the caulking was all old and cracked. They price gauged because of the university. Graduation was $700 another time over $300 and the toilets didn't work.

6

lorraine

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was nice. Room was clean but very well used. Sofa couch looks like it had been there since 1970s. whole establishment needs to be redone. Very old and creepy vibes. Hallway odorous. Next to a noisy freeway. Would definitely not stay again.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and include practical kitchens, but many are dated with worn furnishings. Some guests reported maintenance problems such as noisy or failing HVAC and a few noted freeway noise or a worn-out bed.

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10

Reighn

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

My family and I stayed for 4 nights and 5 days. We enjoyed the full kitchen because we could cook the groceries that we bought saving some money from constantly eating out. We were impressed with the variety and quality of options for their complimentary breakfast. The staff are all very helpful when we need to borrow things we suddwnly needed. Their outdoor pool was closed but we were allowed to use the indoor pool of Fairfield Suites which is just a couple of minutes walk. We had a fantastic stay and next time we go to Bloomington, we are definitely staying athe TownePlace again.

6

natalie anne

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

After changing rooms THREE times for broken AC, flooding toilet, and just absolutely filthy, it was an ok stay if you’re not too picky

4

Bryce

Dec 13, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

-Spiders in room -Lamp didn’t work -Side door didn’t work, had to walk all the way around the front to leave/enter -AC is unit was extremely loud

10

Katie

May 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was nice and roomy. The hotel itself seems a bit outdated and needs some upgrades.

6

Christa

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

When we vacated our other Bloomington hotel due to unacceptable condition, we had limited options. This hotel was very welcoming: a truly lovely staff. The 3-star score is only that low because we had one of the unrenovated rooms and it was quite dated and the sofa(bed) upholstery and seat cushions were in bad shape. Pros( in addition to the staff): clean facility and room with comfortable bathroom and kitchen, good TV. Surprisingly quiet and convenient location. Perfectly nice comp hot breakfast. Really nice, clean little pool helped us decompress. I would gladly return but request a renovated room.

4

Stacey

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Heat did not work properly in our room and it was about 25 degrees out.

10

Troy

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Friendly staff and comfortable rooms.

10

Jada

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious. Plan to stay again.

6

lorraine

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was nice. Room was clean but very well used. Sofa couch looks like it had been there since 1970s. whole establishment needs to be redone. Very old and creepy vibes. Hallway odorous. Next to a noisy freeway. Would definitely not stay again.

4

Tammy

Apr 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was awful! Mattress and box spring are worn out and need replacing.

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Service

Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. However, housekeeping frequency and responsiveness disappointed some guests on longer stays.

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Lynn

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

We stayed 7 days and never got the room cleaned, even though there was supposed to be housekeeping every other day. We asked twice to have the room cleaned and to get fresh towels: once the trash was dumped and we got towels, but the second time we were told no - we did get towels but were given a trash bag and told where to put our trash. I never imagined staying 7 days in a hotel and never getting fresh sheets or having the room cleaned. First and last time staying here.

6

Julie

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was good, staff was nice breakfast Covid have been better

8

Hillary

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I felt like the staff was so friendly. Very hospitable to guests.

8

LaTrisha

Nov 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Thanks, friendly

10

Deanna

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pleasant staff and very quiet during graduation weekend!

10

Charlene

Mar 28, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I don't think I could have gotten more for my money. This is an older property so it's a little frayed in places, but the hardworking (yes, I watched them) staff keep it clean and tidy as possible. I found all of the staff members to be helpful and courteous.I was left with a warm feeling when I checked out.

8

Isaac

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room 302 was terrible. It stunk so badly that even after the windows were opened and a fan was circulating that room for 8 hours it still smelled so bad. The sheets smelled bad, pillows, and towels too. I assume it's probably in the carpet too. One of the bath towels was also dirty, and so was a wash cloth. Friendly and patient staff. All the other rooms were great! We will be back! Breakfast was great! I bought 5 rooms and 4/5 were great! Thank you for hosting us!

4

Dawn

Aug 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is in desperate need of updates. Floors, both carpet and laminate were filthy. The air conditioner was so loud you could not sleep. I had to ask for anything I needed, including cleaning the room. We stayed a month and they only came around twice to see what we needed. They had two fire drills, which we were not notified prior, which scared my doggie terribly. The pool was not open at all, due to “a crack in the concrete”. There is nowhere to sit outside. The landscaping is deplorable. The side door was left unlocked the entire time so anyone could walk in. The breakfast was rarely ready on time. They charged us $300 for my small dog to stay, which they did not have to clean up after inside or out. There is no refund for a reason, once we got here and saw the unacceptable state of this hotel, it was too late to leave. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone, human or animal.

8

VI

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

For the price of the room, this hotel was good. Convenient off the highway with food options within walking and driving distance. Rooms could be updated but they were clean. Staff was very nice & friendly.

8

michael

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Tam Reynolds did an excellent job assisting us on our visit. We had several issues that Tam helped resolve quickly. She was great to work with and provided great customer service.

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Location

Convenient to IU and just off the highway, with several restaurants within walking distance. Some mention highway noise, though others found it quiet.

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Christopher

Jul 12, 2024

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Stayed 20 nights

Good location right off the highway with several restaurants in walking distance.

10

George

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All the restaurants in walking distance

10

Scot

Sep 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay here often. Our daughter is at IU & it’s a pleasure every time! Thank you

10

Susan

Sep 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very close and convenient to IU campus.

6

Christa

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

When we vacated our other Bloomington hotel due to unacceptable condition, we had limited options. This hotel was very welcoming: a truly lovely staff. The 3-star score is only that low because we had one of the unrenovated rooms and it was quite dated and the sofa(bed) upholstery and seat cushions were in bad shape. Pros( in addition to the staff): clean facility and room with comfortable bathroom and kitchen, good TV. Surprisingly quiet and convenient location. Perfectly nice comp hot breakfast. Really nice, clean little pool helped us decompress. I would gladly return but request a renovated room.

10

Deanna

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pleasant staff and very quiet during graduation weekend!

8

VI

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

For the price of the room, this hotel was good. Convenient off the highway with food options within walking and driving distance. Rooms could be updated but they were clean. Staff was very nice & friendly.

6

lorraine

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was nice. Room was clean but very well used. Sofa couch looks like it had been there since 1970s. whole establishment needs to be redone. Very old and creepy vibes. Hallway odorous. Next to a noisy freeway. Would definitely not stay again.

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Dining

Complimentary breakfast receives frequent praise for being hot, tasty, and sometimes varied, though one guest wanted more and another said it was occasionally not ready on time.

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10

Reighn

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

My family and I stayed for 4 nights and 5 days. We enjoyed the full kitchen because we could cook the groceries that we bought saving some money from constantly eating out. We were impressed with the variety and quality of options for their complimentary breakfast. The staff are all very helpful when we need to borrow things we suddwnly needed. Their outdoor pool was closed but we were allowed to use the indoor pool of Fairfield Suites which is just a couple of minutes walk. We had a fantastic stay and next time we go to Bloomington, we are definitely staying athe TownePlace again.

6

Julie

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was good, staff was nice breakfast Covid have been better

6

Christa

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

When we vacated our other Bloomington hotel due to unacceptable condition, we had limited options. This hotel was very welcoming: a truly lovely staff. The 3-star score is only that low because we had one of the unrenovated rooms and it was quite dated and the sofa(bed) upholstery and seat cushions were in bad shape. Pros( in addition to the staff): clean facility and room with comfortable bathroom and kitchen, good TV. Surprisingly quiet and convenient location. Perfectly nice comp hot breakfast. Really nice, clean little pool helped us decompress. I would gladly return but request a renovated room.

10

Katie

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place to stay. Very nice breakfast.

8

Isaac

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room 302 was terrible. It stunk so badly that even after the windows were opened and a fan was circulating that room for 8 hours it still smelled so bad. The sheets smelled bad, pillows, and towels too. I assume it's probably in the carpet too. One of the bath towels was also dirty, and so was a wash cloth. Friendly and patient staff. All the other rooms were great! We will be back! Breakfast was great! I bought 5 rooms and 4/5 were great! Thank you for hosting us!

4

Dawn

Aug 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is in desperate need of updates. Floors, both carpet and laminate were filthy. The air conditioner was so loud you could not sleep. I had to ask for anything I needed, including cleaning the room. We stayed a month and they only came around twice to see what we needed. They had two fire drills, which we were not notified prior, which scared my doggie terribly. The pool was not open at all, due to “a crack in the concrete”. There is nowhere to sit outside. The landscaping is deplorable. The side door was left unlocked the entire time so anyone could walk in. The breakfast was rarely ready on time. They charged us $300 for my small dog to stay, which they did not have to clean up after inside or out. There is no refund for a reason, once we got here and saw the unacceptable state of this hotel, it was too late to leave. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone, human or animal.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18 $361	19 $361
20 $71	21 $69	22 $63	23 $69	24 $79	25	26 $654
27 $70	28 $69	29 $65	30 $70

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $88	2 $85	3 $90
4 $68	5 $61	6 $71	7 $68	8 $79	9 $93	10 $97
11 $62	12 $62	13 $61	14 $60	15 $79	16	17 $723
18 $73	19 $71	20 $63	21 $64	22 $79	23 $84	24 $87
25 $69	26 $64	27 $63	28 $64	29 $76	30 $440	31 $515

MainStay Suites Bloomington near University

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Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed, Accessible (Efficiency)

Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed (Efficiency)

Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa Bed (Efficiency)

Room, Multiple Beds (Efficiency)

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