Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Eastham, within a 15-minute walk of Buttonbush Trail and Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. It is 2.1 miles from Cape Cod Beaches and 2 miles from Cape Cod National Seashore.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor pool, which is open from June to September.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

Blue Dolphin Inn in Eastham

Average nightly price at Blue Dolphin Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
May	US$96
June	US$122
July	US$212
August	US$216
September	US$106
October	US$90

What guests think

Across many reviews, Blue Dolphin Inn is described as a clean, budget-friendly Cape Cod motel with friendly staff, a convenient location near beaches, the bike path, and the drive-in, plus an outdoor pool and simple, no-frills rooms.

Some guests report inconsistent housekeeping and occasional maintenance issues, including dirty bathrooms, musty odors, insects, or pools needing cleaning. Rooms vary from updated and spacious to dated, with thin walls causing noise for some and a few comments about hard mattresses or slippery tubs. Service is often praised as kind and responsive, though a few reviews cite rude or unreachable staff and after-hours check-in hiccups. Overall, expect a basic, affordable base for the Outer Cape with strengths in location and value but occasional rough edges.

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Facilities

The outdoor pool and back patio/lawn areas are appreciated, and parking is easy with direct access to the bike path; however, pool cleanliness/maintenance is inconsistent and some door locks feel dated.

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Ilnara

4 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We are definitely coming back here because we loved the place and people there. The little rest area with a fire pit and a hammock are so charming, we are simply in love with the Blue Dolphin Inn.

10

Elizabeth

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

We had a great vacation and enjoyed our stay! Comfy and clean rooms. Huge outdoor pool area and location is perfect. Everything is about a 15 minute or less drive away. Ptown is only 25 min away! Delicious breakfast restaurant right on sight.

10

Ruth

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Clean rooms, good dining options, pool is a bonus.

10

Kai

3 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay if you keep your expectations straight. I had an emergency and need to leave a day early. Got a refund with no questions asked. Very close to the rail trail.

10

Marie

26 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was great to have a small back patio as part of the room. The patio opened to common green space with picnic tables, a fire pit, and hammock. The restaurant next door is excellent. The staff were helpful.

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beth

16 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Place was clean and staff friendly. It is a seasonal cape cod motel. Nice location..pool was huge but could of been cleaned of bird poo.

8

Rosemary

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and nice pool! Affordable lodging in the peak of summer and close to all the best beaches!

10

Louis

30 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The back yard is great and the motel is on the bike path. My bed was cheap, not comfortable; but not a deal breaker

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Robert

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms are nice enough but the outsides needs updating . The pool was clearly not working no water and locked. Website does not say the pool is broken. Families with young kids would be disappointed. The price reflects the property.

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Sarah

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was conveniently located and the price was cheap. Check-in was smooth (self-service) and parking was easy. The room was fine. The sheets and towels were clean, and the bed was comfortable. The shower had good hot water and water pressure. I could hear the people next door talking and snoring and their tv. There was a huge black mold spot on the ceiling in the bathroom that was concerning. The shower curtain and liner were dirty and discolored and should be replaced. It was all fine for one night but I wouldn’t stay there again. There are many other options on that same road.

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Cleanliness

Many reviewers found rooms very clean, but several cite lapses such as mold, dirty bathrooms or linens, spider webs/insects, musty odors, and missed or absent housekeeping.

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Jamie

14 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I enjoyed my stay. The only thing was i did not receive housekeeping on the second day. No clean towels and bed not made.

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Brian

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly front desk staff. Easy check in/checkout. Clean and quiet room

6

Steven

8 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When we arrive at the room, it was full of insects. Flies, mosquitos and this very little annoying stink bug beetle. The main door requires a screen. The room smelled ike wet rug after overtime use,l(musty) we had to go buy air refresher to spray because the smell was strong. The unused clean clothes we had in our bag ricked like that without even coming out of the luggage. Front desk guy was very friendly and allowed us to check in early, that was very nice. Pool was unexpectedly warm and pleasant. Overall stay was good except for the smelly room.

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Emily

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing front desk lady working the Friday night evening shift. Smiles, friendly, outgoing, welcoming. Room was dirty. Dirt on the walls, bathroom floor gross and unswept. Spider colonies and nests in the corners. Carpet dirty and unvacuumed. Toaster full of loose crumbs on top and grime all around it. Beer bottle on the patio. Paid full in/season price for the room (at end of September) so it wasn’t like a “get what you paid for” situation. Just a really expensive, really dirty room.

4

Theresa

19 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The property did not have maid service to make up the beds and replace towels which required using wet towels.

10

Elmore

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and quiet. The staff was very friendly, and the room was thoroughly clean. It didn’t look like much driving up, but when I got in the room it was fully updated with comfortable beds.

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Jody

7 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I brought my own cleaning supplies, and glad I did. The supposed coffee maker was dusty and dirty, I tried rinsing it out in the bathroom sink and kept getting coffee grounds running out of it. I just wanted hot water to make tea with and gave up. The tables were not clean, the mirror was streaked, carpet, drapes and bedspreads all need to be replaced. Bathtub was so slippery, if not for the grab bar, I almost fell this morning! This is an old motel that is in need of new owners and a complete renovation!

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Chenchen

24 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not clean, had spider webs and stains on the sheets. We actually ended up sleeping elsewhere as we were not comfortable here. Location was decent and close to beaches and P-Town.

10

Aleksei

14 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great clean)

6

Sarah

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was conveniently located and the price was cheap. Check-in was smooth (self-service) and parking was easy. The room was fine. The sheets and towels were clean, and the bed was comfortable. The shower had good hot water and water pressure. I could hear the people next door talking and snoring and their tv. There was a huge black mold spot on the ceiling in the bathroom that was concerning. The shower curtain and liner were dirty and discolored and should be replaced. It was all fine for one night but I wouldn’t stay there again. There are many other options on that same road.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and often spacious or partially updated, but quality varies: thin walls can allow noise, some fixtures are dated, mattresses can be firm, and a few note slippery tubs, flimsy doors, outdated locks, or limited lighting/TV.

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Christina

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was perfect for me, close to Cape Cod National Seashore and hiking trails. The atmosphere was mellow and friendly. The restaurant across the parking lot was convenient and wonderful. The staff were friendly. The bed was comfortable, and the shower was good. The front door was a bit flimsy and space around and beneath it that needs to be fixed; I had to catch and release two spiders during my stay. The walls are thin: the first night my neighbors were loud but not past a decent time. The second night I had very loud neighbors until 1 am. When I called the front desk, they responded right away. The phone in my room didn’t work, though. The back patio door has a safety lock, which I appreciated as a solo traveler. The patio door didn’t look like it had been used much, needed to be swept or vacuumed out. Overall, I was pleased with my choice to stay here.

8

Terri

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was quiet in te room we stayed in. The downside was it was very slippery using the shower, no bathmat in tub.

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Elmore

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and quiet. The staff was very friendly, and the room was thoroughly clean. It didn’t look like much driving up, but when I got in the room it was fully updated with comfortable beds.

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Kenneth

29 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms were clean and updated. Locks on doors very very antiquated and could use some updates as they are old school key locks. Staff was nice during check in and out. Great location as well. Smack dab in the middle of everything

10

Barbara

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent one night stay. Rooms were roomy, clean and comfortable. Staff were pleasant. Excellent breakfast restaurant on site with outside patio or inside tables. I would stay there again.

6

kelly

12 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Not a bad stay… motel was adequate. Service was friendly. The beds were hard as a rock.

8

Sally

16 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Only serious note: no reading lights by the bed.

10

Sharon

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We enjoyed our stay. Would have liked the use of a smart tv.

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beth

23 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were pleasant and the room was very outdated. If they did a deep clean on the rooms and the doorways to the back yard and got rid of the bird poo at the pool it wouod be a really nice place and awesome location

8

Esther

20 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good priced motel room. Nice location with easy access to the bike trial. Little patio with chairs for each room and numbered parking. All rooms are on the main floor and seemed just renovated. AC working well and in right location in the room (not next to bed). Sufficient power outlets at each night table. Location quiet and convenient cost to various food locations and P-town.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and responsive (including quick help with noise issues and flexible refunds), though a few guests reported rudeness, poor communication, or difficulty reaching staff for late check-in.

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Christina

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was perfect for me, close to Cape Cod National Seashore and hiking trails. The atmosphere was mellow and friendly. The restaurant across the parking lot was convenient and wonderful. The staff were friendly. The bed was comfortable, and the shower was good. The front door was a bit flimsy and space around and beneath it that needs to be fixed; I had to catch and release two spiders during my stay. The walls are thin: the first night my neighbors were loud but not past a decent time. The second night I had very loud neighbors until 1 am. When I called the front desk, they responded right away. The phone in my room didn’t work, though. The back patio door has a safety lock, which I appreciated as a solo traveler. The patio door didn’t look like it had been used much, needed to be swept or vacuumed out. Overall, I was pleased with my choice to stay here.

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Ruth

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The management didn’t tell us that the room wouldn’t be cleaned, so when we returned at 6 pm it was left disorderly and unclean with no clean bedding or towels. When we called the front desk, the manager was very rude and hung up the phone. In the morning when we asked to speak with the manager 3 times, no one showed up. I strongly recommend hotels.com drops this property listing.

8

Jason

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, fantastic staff.

10

Kai

3 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great place to stay if you keep your expectations straight. I had an emergency and need to leave a day early. Got a refund with no questions asked. Very close to the rail trail.

8

Jeffrey P

27 Jul 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Staff were super responsive to any needs we had. Very simple place for the money, but compared with other hotels on the Cape, reasonable.

2

Josh

27 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No key was left I was not able to check in called the number over and over it said there was a 24-hour desk nobody would answer so now I paid for a hotel night that I did not even get to use.

8

Richard

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 9 nights

Location excellent and the staff was amazing.

10

Qazi

21 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

For the price (roughly half of nearby properties) we were pleasantly surprised. The room seemed recently painted, with a clean and modern bathroom. The staff was very pleasant and helpful.

2

Paula

1 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I called them Friday to tell them the ferry wasn't running so I couldn't get there and they told me I did NOT have a reservation! I was charged anyway. What is this even about? I spoke to a human there.

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Cassandra

11 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed for one night to visit Provincetown. Our room was very cozy and quiet! Check in was quick and the staff were friendly. Would definitely stay here again

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Location

Widely praised location along Route 6, convenient to National Seashore beaches, Provincetown, the rail/bike trail, and the drive-in; set back enough for generally quiet stays.

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Christina

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was perfect for me, close to Cape Cod National Seashore and hiking trails. The atmosphere was mellow and friendly. The restaurant across the parking lot was convenient and wonderful. The staff were friendly. The bed was comfortable, and the shower was good. The front door was a bit flimsy and space around and beneath it that needs to be fixed; I had to catch and release two spiders during my stay. The walls are thin: the first night my neighbors were loud but not past a decent time. The second night I had very loud neighbors until 1 am. When I called the front desk, they responded right away. The phone in my room didn’t work, though. The back patio door has a safety lock, which I appreciated as a solo traveler. The patio door didn’t look like it had been used much, needed to be swept or vacuumed out. Overall, I was pleased with my choice to stay here.

10

Elizabeth

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

We had a great vacation and enjoyed our stay! Comfy and clean rooms. Huge outdoor pool area and location is perfect. Everything is about a 15 minute or less drive away. Ptown is only 25 min away! Delicious breakfast restaurant right on sight.

10

Jonathan

25 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, comfortable, and perfectly situated for all the outer Cape has to offer. Great value.

10

Emily

8 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Exactly the essentials. Right across from the drive-in, so that was a huge plus

8

Nina

20 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and friendly staff. Easy access to National Seashore beaches and the drive in movies are across the street! A great stay!!

8

Rosemary

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and nice pool! Affordable lodging in the peak of summer and close to all the best beaches!

10

Daniel

23 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Reservation of a family suite. We were five adults. The room was clean and very large. The beds was comfortable. The place is well located. We enjoyed our stay at this hotel.

10

Joan

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Blue Dolphin is a great place to stay. Very clean, in a great location right on Rte. 6. The staff were accommodating and friendly. We would definitely stay here again!

10

Jennifer

18 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I had never stayed in this hotel before and found it very comfortable and convenient for the areas I traveled to in the Cape. I would definitely stay there again! It was also quite affordable.

8

Esther

20 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good priced motel room. Nice location with easy access to the bike trial. Little patio with chairs for each room and numbered parking. All rooms are on the main floor and seemed just renovated. AC working well and in right location in the room (not next to bed). Sufficient power outlets at each night table. Location quiet and convenient cost to various food locations and P-town.

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Dining

An on-site or adjacent breakfast restaurant is repeatedly praised as convenient and tasty, but the motel does not provide breakfast itself.

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Christina

28 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was perfect for me, close to Cape Cod National Seashore and hiking trails. The atmosphere was mellow and friendly. The restaurant across the parking lot was convenient and wonderful. The staff were friendly. The bed was comfortable, and the shower was good. The front door was a bit flimsy and space around and beneath it that needs to be fixed; I had to catch and release two spiders during my stay. The walls are thin: the first night my neighbors were loud but not past a decent time. The second night I had very loud neighbors until 1 am. When I called the front desk, they responded right away. The phone in my room didn’t work, though. The back patio door has a safety lock, which I appreciated as a solo traveler. The patio door didn’t look like it had been used much, needed to be swept or vacuumed out. Overall, I was pleased with my choice to stay here.

10

Elizabeth

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

We had a great vacation and enjoyed our stay! Comfy and clean rooms. Huge outdoor pool area and location is perfect. Everything is about a 15 minute or less drive away. Ptown is only 25 min away! Delicious breakfast restaurant right on sight.

10

Ruth

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Clean rooms, good dining options, pool is a bonus.

10

Shelagh

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Swim pool nice, breakfast next door deliy

10

Petra

26 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet and clean motel, easy to reach location, friendly front desk staff. Lots of dining options nearby, coffee maker & fridge in room. Would definitely stay there again.

10

Marie

26 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was great to have a small back patio as part of the room. The patio opened to common green space with picnic tables, a fire pit, and hammock. The restaurant next door is excellent. The staff were helpful.

10

Frank

17 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice stay. Everything we needed for an overnight. Close to restaurants

10

Barbara

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent one night stay. Rooms were roomy, clean and comfortable. Staff were pleasant. Excellent breakfast restaurant on site with outside patio or inside tables. I would stay there again.

10

Joanna Van

28 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice quiet motel far enough off the road that you couldn’t hear anything. Quaint little breakfast eatery right next door with a lot of choices

10

robert

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

clean and quiet. pool is nice. tv was cutting out here and there. no breakfast.

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