Name: Cromwell Arms Country Pub with Rooms
Address: Mainstone, Romsey, Romsey, Test Valley, England, United Kingdom, Romsey, Hampshire, GB
Price range: US$112–US$277 per night
Rating: 9.05

What guests think

At Cromwell Arms Country Pub with Rooms, travellers commonly praise friendly, accommodating staff, comfortable modern rooms with thoughtful touches, and a tasty breakfast and pub dining, plus a convenient location near Romsey and pleasant riverside walks and parking.

Repeated downsides include uncomfortably hot rooms or limited temperature control in some areas, occasional slow or inattentive service at check-in or breakfast, and mixed reports on dinner quality or menu availability. Cleanliness is generally good, though a few guests reported housekeeping lapses or maintenance niggles. Overall, it suits travellers seeking a welcoming pub-style base near Romsey.

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Facilities

Guests like the on-site pub/restaurant and easy free parking, with a pleasant patio/outdoor area. Several note a mainly ground-floor layout.

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10

Andrew

4 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel with comfortable rooms. Good bar a restaurant

8

Shelley

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and comfortable and parking was easy. Staff were all friendlyand courteous and the breakfast was really tasty. We had some lovey lovely little touches in our room which was much appreciated.

10

Angela

24 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the location. Great hotel free parking. Fantastic clean modern rooms. Whole hotel great.

8

Andrew

30 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great little hotel with cozy and comfortable rooms with a nice restaurant and bar.

8

John

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

An overnight stay prior to cruising from Southampton - great option in that respect and we will be back. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Food was good and as the sun was out, the outside patio area was lovely. Very impressed that they had some outdoor games for adults and children and what looked like bottles of sun cream - if they were, then very impressive. Room (disabled Superior room) was a good size and clean with some quality touches (Tea Pig tea bags for example). If you want to be nit-picky, the pillows were too firm for me and a bit of grouting on the wet room floor looked as though it needed replacing. We will definitely be booking again when we come down for our next trip later in the year.

8

Rob

17 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great boutique style hotel rooms attached to a pub. Hi standard of rooms/finish with lots of nice touches (complimentary tea, espresso machine, G&T & water in room). Great base for Romsey & surrounds

10

Shirley

30 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I chose the Cromwell Arms because of the ground floor rooms as my friend uses a walker and cannot manage stairs. We were both delighted with the room, the dining options and the wonderful staff - they were so kind and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. It is very close to the town centre, so we were able to go into Romsay easily and quickly - excellent.

10

Sheila

21 Feb 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The bed in our room was so comfortable. Quality tea and coffee provided in the room. Lots of lovely hot water in the en-suite. Dining was good with excellent service. There were ample car parking spaces.

10

Elayne

12 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice, comfortable, and clean room. Handy car park and nice outdoor area. Friendly staff, good breakfast, and great location being only a short stroll into the little town. Would stay there again if we are the area.

10

graham victor

28 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy parking . Great staff. Good food with an excellent included breakfast . The Boutique style rooms were of a really good standard

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Cleanliness

Many describe rooms and public areas as very clean. However, some report lapses such as missed cleaning, hairs, stained bedding, urine left in a toilet, and bits of bathroom mold.

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Chris

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really clean hotel both in the room and the bar and restaurant. Friendly staff particularly Katherine andGeorge on the first night and the lady who looked after us at breakfast. Only downside was the fish on the first night and chicken wings on the second night were a bit ovetcooked.

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John

7 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The whole room would benefit from a deep clean particularly bathroom but found black hairs in the bedroom and a hairball on the bed throw and the bed carried several yellow stains! However by far the biggest complaint is lack of hot water which remained lukewarm throughout the 2 days despite reporting it on the 1st morning and met with the comment nobody else has complained. Water should be 50c at taps and this never met that temperature as you could run it for several minutes while holding your hand under the water quite easily which wouldn't be the case if it was the correct safe temperature. Food was OK but pricey and plentiful.

10

Ben

12 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are good - size is OK, bathrooms good: powerful shower and huge fluffy towels. All very clean. Food in the restaurant very good - both breakfast and evening. Service in restaurant and bar nice and friendly 8-10 minute walk into centre of town.

10

Geraldine

12 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They are having building work at the moment so a bit noisy at times. The room was spacious and comfortable. Bathroom very clean. Excellent value for money. Included breakfast which was beautifully presented and tasty.

10

JANINE

19 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very helpful and friendly, room was clean, modern and peaceful. Most unusual curved bathroom door added to the charm of the room.

8

BRIAN

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very modern, spacious and comfortable room. Dinner menu was good with very good choice of drinks. Good cooked breakfast, but there could have been more options available. The service at breakfast was slow. The only disappointment was the toilet had urine in it on our arrival. The beer garden was also packed with kids running around, making it difficult to carry luggage through the throng.

4

Amy

17 Aug 2023

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Room was very warm, despite being given two fans- these rooms are stifling. Book a room round the back by the car park and not by the front near the road. They say pet friendly and used to give dog bowls/biscuits but there was nothing in our room. We have stayed many times as our family live in Romsey and sadly it has gone downhill since Sean left. The courtyard/garden area that you walk past when you go to the room- laundry drying on display, staff smoking, cardboard/ rubbish stacked up for guests to see- not very appealing! Room was not as clean as it could be- we spilt some water on the floor and when we wiped, the cloth was really dirty which tells us that the floor needs a good clean. Bathroom tiles are showing signs of mould/water residue and need attention. Staff not very welcoming like the used to be (you can walk past the reception several times without a hello, or any interaction. Breakfast again mediocre- the wait time has always been extensive. When there was only another table for breakfast? It is such a shame that this isn’t amazing like it used to be as it is right on the river test and Romsey itself and all it has to offer is amazing. I do hope they make a few improvements here.

8

Ceri

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice clean hotel/pub, execllent breakfast, rooms nice but bit small, bed not very comfy

10

Michael

25 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Love coming to stay here always really good. Would have been five stars had we hit a quiet room which we requested and cobwebs on ceiling and a stray blonde hair on the tartan decoration pillow.

10

Julie

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and everything worked.

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Rooms

Rooms are modern, comfortable and well equipped, with some effective soundproofing from the road, but size and temperature control vary. Several guests found rooms very hot or without air conditioning, while others had working A/C or fans; a few noted small or noisy areas.

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Patricia e

15 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room. Friendly, relaxed staff. Great food and beer in the restaurant. Excellent breakfast

10

John

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Don't usually do reviews however, happy to do so for the Cromwell Arms. Impressed with the design of the room and how well laid it was. Complimentary water, coffee, biscuits, fresh milk and a bottle of beer provided. Thanks for acknowledging partner's birthday - card appreciated. Although the room fronted a busy road, the double glazing was very effective. Air con also worked well. Food and drink were good and took advantage of the fixed price evening meal - well priced and beautifully cooked. Breakfast was cooked to order and very tasty. All the staff we met were friendly (thanks Tom) and helpful. Pleased we booked and would return if back in the area.

10

Phillippa

1 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice pub/hotel on the outskirts of Romsey (walkable in about 15 mins). Comfy bed, good decor, nice bathroom. Food was very good too 😁

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Lizzie

18 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was boiling in my room and there was no information on how to work the heating system so I was uncomfortably hot. The staff asked what we wanted for tea and coffee in the morning, but didn't wait to listen to everyone's order and subsequently got it wrong. He also didn't smile once and no one asked how our stay was. It was all really expensive including the room and the drinks.

6

Simon

3 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed here before but it was lacking. Do not stay in the cosy rooms dark and claustrophobic. There were a number of items on the menu not available and to be honest just because it had been busy is no excuse. Brown sauce not available at breakfast! Please.

8

duncan

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was good but no air con so slightly warm. Food and service good but food time from kitchen was very slow and not busy!

10

Nick

11 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly welcome and good service. Bedrooms are very tastefully furnished. Next to busy road but very well sound proofed. Nice breakfast. Lovely walk along River Test into Romsey. Would definitely stay again if in the area. Also dog friendly.

8

BRIAN

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very modern, spacious and comfortable room. Dinner menu was good with very good choice of drinks. Good cooked breakfast, but there could have been more options available. The service at breakfast was slow. The only disappointment was the toilet had urine in it on our arrival. The beer garden was also packed with kids running around, making it difficult to carry luggage through the throng.

4

Amy

17 Aug 2023

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Room was very warm, despite being given two fans- these rooms are stifling. Book a room round the back by the car park and not by the front near the road. They say pet friendly and used to give dog bowls/biscuits but there was nothing in our room. We have stayed many times as our family live in Romsey and sadly it has gone downhill since Sean left. The courtyard/garden area that you walk past when you go to the room- laundry drying on display, staff smoking, cardboard/ rubbish stacked up for guests to see- not very appealing! Room was not as clean as it could be- we spilt some water on the floor and when we wiped, the cloth was really dirty which tells us that the floor needs a good clean. Bathroom tiles are showing signs of mould/water residue and need attention. Staff not very welcoming like the used to be (you can walk past the reception several times without a hello, or any interaction. Breakfast again mediocre- the wait time has always been extensive. When there was only another table for breakfast? It is such a shame that this isn’t amazing like it used to be as it is right on the river test and Romsey itself and all it has to offer is amazing. I do hope they make a few improvements here.

10

Joseph

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was quick and easy. Room very comfortable. Lovley bathroom amenities. It was a very hot day and grateful for the air conditioner in the room.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with efficient check-in at times. Recurring issues include slow breakfast or restaurant service, occasional unwelcoming interactions, slow check-in due to shortages, and problems not always followed up.

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Sunday

4 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Are you a delivery man? Just dropping off a package in the rudest tone ever! I was travelling for work and

10

Peter

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location for us visiting relatives and staff and service were excellent.

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sean

22 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Unbearably hot, with no way to turn the heating off. No one seemed interested to help us, so we left.....gutted

10

John

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

superb room with very comfortable bed and excellent en suite. Reception was quick, efficient and charming. All staff here are super and nothing seems too much trouble. A lovely breakfast rounded off a perfect stay. Highly recommended

8

Cally

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel and staff only we had a family room with 1 bed, albeit a super king. We assumed we’re all to sleep in the big bed only to be told the next morning that there should have been another bed put in the room. We were told that we would get it made up to us but nothing has been said or done since.

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Kerry

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice rooms and bar area but what lets it down is the service in the restaurant evenings meal was bad but breakfast we waited 45minutes to for our breakfast to be served and it wasn’t busy. Staff friendly and food good when it came.

6

Ceri

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, good breakfast. Check-in very slow - apparently there were staff shortages, meaning we had to wait some time to check in.

8

Alvar James

23 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff, Michael and Sean

10

John

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay Super friendly and helpful staff Great breakfast Second time we have stayed here and it is going to be our first choice when in the area

10

Clare

4 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were all so helpful

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Location

Convenient edge-of-Romsey setting with easy walks (about 8–15 minutes) along the River Test into town and handy for Southampton. Some note the very busy main road nearby, though double glazing helps in rooms facing it.

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Mr M

14 Nov 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel is on the edge of Romsey with excellent parking. The picturesque walk into to the centre of town along the river bank is about half a mile. The staff are friendly and helpful and the hotel is comfortable. The restaurant is good too.

10

duncan

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and room comfort

10

Angela

24 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the location. Great hotel free parking. Fantastic clean modern rooms. Whole hotel great.

10

Michael

12 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room very nice. Breakfast good with plenty of choice. Well located with centre of Romsey a 10 minute walk away, with the option of walking along the river.

10

Phillippa

1 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice pub/hotel on the outskirts of Romsey (walkable in about 15 mins). Comfy bed, good decor, nice bathroom. Food was very good too 😁

6

Carol

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Standard of food was poor particularly evening meal. Location not great - very busy main road very close to hotel.

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Mary

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great food in the restaurant. The town of Romsey is historic and fun to explore.

10

Ben

12 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are good - size is OK, bathrooms good: powerful shower and huge fluffy towels. All very clean. Food in the restaurant very good - both breakfast and evening. Service in restaurant and bar nice and friendly 8-10 minute walk into centre of town.

10

Richard

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great establishment, served requirements for embarking on cruise holiday from Southampton . Highly recommended

10

Nick

11 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly welcome and good service. Bedrooms are very tastefully furnished. Next to busy road but very well sound proofed. Nice breakfast. Lovely walk along River Test into Romsey. Would definitely stay again if in the area. Also dog friendly.

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Dining

Breakfast is often praised as tasty and cooked to order, and many enjoy the restaurant food and drink. Negatives include slow service and waits, occasional overcooked dishes or limited or unavailable items, and one disruption when the kitchen flooded.

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Chris

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really clean hotel both in the room and the bar and restaurant. Friendly staff particularly Katherine andGeorge on the first night and the lady who looked after us at breakfast. Only downside was the fish on the first night and chicken wings on the second night were a bit ovetcooked.

10

Neil

2 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

What a lovely place to stay! Nice and clean comfortable beds and nicely equipped with tea and coffee facilities and milk in the fridge!! Warm welcome at the reception. Menu choice was a little limited, but the quality and quantity of the meals was excellent. Breakfast menu was a little disappointing as a plain cereal choice (e.g., corn flakes Weetabix) was not available and everything else, except porridge, included coconut to which I am not partial.

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Sam

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice rooms and a great location. Unfortunately the kitchen flooded on the Saturday night so we couldn't get our cooked breakfasts. I realise this is beyond the hotels control but I cant give 5 stars without my cooked breakfast.

10

Patricia e

15 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room. Friendly, relaxed staff. Great food and beer in the restaurant. Excellent breakfast

6

Carol

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Standard of food was poor particularly evening meal. Location not great - very busy main road very close to hotel.

6

Simon

3 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We have stayed here before but it was lacking. Do not stay in the cosy rooms dark and claustrophobic. There were a number of items on the menu not available and to be honest just because it had been busy is no excuse. Brown sauce not available at breakfast! Please.

10

Ben

12 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are good - size is OK, bathrooms good: powerful shower and huge fluffy towels. All very clean. Food in the restaurant very good - both breakfast and evening. Service in restaurant and bar nice and friendly 8-10 minute walk into centre of town.

8

Kerry

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice rooms and bar area but what lets it down is the service in the restaurant evenings meal was bad but breakfast we waited 45minutes to for our breakfast to be served and it wasn’t busy. Staff friendly and food good when it came.

10

Laura

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely hotel, beautiful rooms. Food amazing and lovely service and people :)

10

Kevin

4 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a really lovely overnight stay, we couldn’t fault anything. Staff were friendly and attentive. Our room was lovely with everything you could need, lovely selection of coffee and tea, yummy biscuits and even a bottle of Porter to enjoy. The bed was very comfortable and great toiletries supplied. We had an evening meal which was very nice and the complimentary breakfast was delicious and set us up for the day. If in the area would definitely revisit

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Month	Average price
January	US$109
February	US$105
March	US$118
April	US$133
May	US$144
June	US$154
July	US$161
August	US$151
September	US$149
October	US$122
November	US$116
December	US$133

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5 $203
6	7 $113	8	9 $153	10 $170	11	12 $225
13 $172	14 $175	15 $255	16	17 $196	18 $277	19
20 $151	21 $154	22 $207	23 $165	24 $187	25	26
27 $114	28 $148	29 $156	30 $146

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $140	2 $194	3
4 $125	5 $126	6 $142	7 $135	8 $122	9 $171	10
11 $127	12 $134	13 $136	14 $133	15 $148	16 $157	17
18 $114	19 $120	20 $127	21 $145	22 $148	23 $173	24
25 $112	26 $117	27 $136	28 $136	29 $136	30 $136	31

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