Name: Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill
Address: 1742 FORDHAM BLVD, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States of America, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, US
Price range: $114–$405 per night
Rating: 8.53

What guests think

At Tru by Hilton Chapel Hill, travelers frequently praise the friendly staff, modern common areas, and overall cleanliness, while noting compact, minimalist rooms, inconsistent breakfast quality, and recurring frustrations with the new paid parking process.

Many guests find the location convenient to UNC and local dining, though a few say access can be tricky. Room comfort varies due to noisy HVAC, TV problems, and tepid water or low pressure reported in some stays. Expect a clean, budget-friendly stay with upbeat service and streamlined but simple amenities.

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Cleanliness

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Location

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Facilities

Modern shared spaces with games and a decent gym; 24/7 coffee and an EV charger are appreciated. There is no pool, and parking carries a fee via an external app that several guests found confusing.

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Blair

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms spotless, Tonya was awesome, very professional and courteous. So glad to have an EV charger available

10

laura

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I loved everything about this property. It is just a few minutes away from UNC, Baity Hill where I visited and so close the grocery, shopping etc. I would definitely recommend. The Gym was great very modern equipment and the staff at the front desk was extremely helpful.

10

Barry

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is nice and easy access. The parking lot is on the property and it is not a parking garage and they charge $6.50 a day. Just don’t understand that one. I can see my car from my window in my room.

10

Jill

Jun 29, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lobby, elevators, rooms were all very clean. Person responsible for breakfast/coffee station was amazing. Definitely took pride in her work. Only negative was your picture showed a pool which is one of the reasons I selected this hotel. Very disappointed parent and kid when we arrived and no pool.

10

Trinity

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great. The only thing is the floor in the room was slippery so we had to keep that in mind. Otherwise absolutely no complaints. It was very clean, comfortable, quiet, and the staff was great. They have great amenities and they have small events for the guests which I thought was cool. Never really seen that before.

6

Abney

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Parking is pay parking through an app, not the hotel and was cumbersome. The beds were very uncomfortable and two fixtures in the bathroom leaked or didnt work (sink drain). Breakfast was very mediocre.

10

Neli

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A new, modern, cozy, and clean hotel! Awesome staff. Convenient location close to UNC and Duke (we were on a college visits trip). Great breakfast. Free coffee/tea/hot chocolate. The only nuisance was the loud AC unit in our room, which is an issue if you're a light sleeper like myself.

4

Philip

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Poor water pressure in the bathroom faucet, very small room with no closet space, and no microwave either. Plus no swimming pool.

10

Christopher

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

All the TRU lobbies are fantastic, nooks if you want to be to yourself, nice sized tables for board games or food.

10

Sherry

Jun 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The lobby was clean and well equipped with activities such as a foosball table and giant Jenga. The ice machine and water dispenser were features I appreciated. The room was clean and neat with a modern, contemporary vibe, with a comfortable bed. Very good options on the breakfast bar but the pancake machine and toaster were not working properly. I would stay there again.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and public areas are widely described as very clean or spotless. However, multiple guests reported missed or infrequent housekeeping during stays and occasional lapses like hair or a forgotten towel.

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Blair

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms spotless, Tonya was awesome, very professional and courteous. So glad to have an EV charger available

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Leah

Oct 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

There was hair in my bed, the sink had low water pressure, there was banging/construction upstairs all night so I couldn't sleep, and the manager offered 10k points to make up for the inconvenience but only issued 8k points. Very petty and unnecessary.

10

April

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was clean. Rarely do I feel comfortable enough to walk around a room without shoes, but here I did. The staff was so friendly and willing to answer any questions.

4

Anita L

Jul 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

OMG. I found a dirty, to the point of crusty, towel behind one of the end tables, wedged to the wall. It was disgusting. Clearly, it had been there for a while and no one saw it. I also had A/C problems and was told there was no fix until service returned the next day. Finally, the 24hour tea service had such tepid water, maling tea was impossible.

10

Donna

Jan 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

One of the best hotel stays ever. Laminate floors in room are much cleaner and healthier. Every area of property immaculately kept. Every staff member greeted me with a smile and offered assistance. Breakfast was fresh with a variety of options. 24/7 coffee, tea and hot chocolate is delightful after a long day of travel. Linens were new and clean and towels abundant. Honestly, the best hotel stay ever.

10

Dorothy

Nov 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Lots of amenities.

6

Kim

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not too happy with the room. There was hair in the shower, the bathroom light didn't always work and the breakfast was awful.

6

Mary

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I really enjoyed this staying at this hotel and the staff was really nice. However, no one cleaned my room when I was there which I found disappointing.

10

kathryn

Apr 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean

6

Aselah

Nov 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast seemed fake, that’s a cooperate issue. Cleanliness was 5/10–the bathroom was not cleaned correctly. Not getting room service everyday wasn’t communicated.

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Rooms

Rooms are modern but often small with minimal storage and no drawers or closets. Comfort is mixed due to noisy HVAC, TV reception issues, and lukewarm water or low pressure noted in several reviews.

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carl

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was great room was clean. Beds are horrible. Breakfast wasnt much either. Close to numerous places to eat but not much sleep was had because of mattress's

8

Amanda

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

No hot water, was lukewarm throughout our weekend trip, even in the afternoon

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TERRY

Apr 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything about the room was great except for the water pressure and hot water temperature in the shower needed a little more of both.

8

Paul

Dec 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was quite small, and the furniture very minimal. The staff, particularly Mary and Shaun were outstanding! The breakfast was very good

2

Carl

Feb 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Awful experience. The AC unit in the room sounded like a weed wacker going at different levels all not so my family couldn’t get any sleep.

6

Rebecca

Nov 26, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms in this hotel are really poorly designed. There are no drawers to put clothes in and the only shelf is 2" off the floor under a bench. The desk is situated next to the HVAC unit, so the fan blows on you if you sit at the desk and there is no way to turn the fan off. This makes it almost impossible to use the desk/workspace. All of these design flaws could have been easily avoided.

8

Richard

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

TV picture poor with continuous interference. Maintenance call did not resolve. Stayed two days and couldn’t watch tv. Disappointing. Front desk staff very helpful and friendly.

8

Allyna

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The air conditioner kept my family up all night. It sounded like a weed wacker or heavy machinery. It was ridiculously loud and rickety. Other than that this place was really nice and fresh looking.

6

Eric

Sep 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms are extremely small. Smallest room I've ever stayed in. Thought I was in Tokyo Japan.

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Michelle

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved everything about the hotel except the size of the room. Would never again stay there unless traveling solo or as a couple. No room for 3 suitcases.

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Service

Service is repeatedly praised as friendly and helpful, with several standout front desk staff. A few guests experienced slow or unhelpful check-in, difficulty reaching the desk, or staff smoking near the entrance.

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Ellen

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I appreciate how clean everything was, and how comfortable the room and bed were. Front desk staff was always great, even when I brought something to their attention, they immediately wrote it down and indicated it would be addressed.

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Lindsey

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My family and I tried to check into the hotel. When we arrived the entire computer system was down. They have no other way of accessing rooms or guest details without technology. Other families were waiting in the lobby and also unable to check in. There was no ETA. We were late arrivals, but due to the system being down, they were not able to adjust the accommodation and provide us a room like they normally would be able to if the system was operable. The Operations Manager did not offer great customer service or attempt to actually help us find a place to stay. He said he could not offer a room for us. He casually offered to call another hotel on our behalf, but did not take any necessary steps to make that happen. It seemed like it would be more of a chore than something he was actually willing to do for us. It was very obvious that he was overwhelmed, frustrated, and unwilling to go above and beyond. His lackluster attempts to help us instead made us feel abandoned. We did not trust in his ability to make sure we had a room for the night after just driving three hours. We left, as we believed we needed to fend for ourselves and urgently find a place to stay for the night, instead of sleeping in our car. He also said we could call Expedia, provide them with his information and attempt to receive a refund. After doing so, even after buying additional insurance, we discovered we are unable to receive a refund.

10

Crist

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent front desk staff

4

Geeta

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff was extremely rude. We felt we’re not trained in customer service

10

BLAIR

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very enjoyable stay, all around. Check-in was vary pleasant, Tonya, very attentive and professional.

10

Devan

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk staff was amazing!!!!

10

gwen

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Tonya the front desk clerk was awesome very personable, professional and welcoming. She shared the details of the hotel and the area.

10

Gina

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk was very nice. Actually most of the staff the staff I encountered was great. However, on several occasions the staff was out in front/side of the main entrance smoking which made it unavoidable to exit or enter the hotel without encountering smoke. I’m asthmatic snd smoke triggers an attack. If they could take the smoking to the back of the property, or an area that is nowhere near the main entrance, this would be ideal. Aside from that, they get 5 stars.

10

KATHLEEN

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Antoine at the front desk was professional polite and pleasant. He was very helpful when we told him our room was way to hot and we couldn’t get ac on. He came immediately and corrected it. He greeted us upon entering & exiting everyone! A true delight!

6

Vernon

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very slow check in had to pay $75.00 deposit this is my last stay

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Location

Convenient to UNC and near restaurants, shopping, and major roads. A few found the property hard to access or not scenic due to highway proximity.

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Henry

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location

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Brenda

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel very clean and in a convenient location near major highway, stores and restaurants. Service desk was friendly and helpful. Will definitely make this place my go to when in the area.

10

Daniel

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Convenient and near a number of shoppings areas.

10

Melissa

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good location

8

Pamela

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel fairly new. Very clean! Woman helping with breakfast very helpful. Front desk workers were unfriendly both at check in & out. Barely spoke to me & acted like I was an annoyance interrupting them doing nothing. Directly next to highway which was convenient although not picturesque. Pictures on site showing outdoor tables & patio do exist but are overlooking highway. Not a lot directly next to hotel but very convenient location. Plenty of parking. Rooms were modern.

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Nicole

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient to UNC

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Nina

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Really close to the college area.

10

Monica

May 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel that is very convenient to UNC. Lots of dining options nearby.

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Ryan

Mar 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, quiet and convenient location

8

George

Mar 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Water was warm, not hot. Location hard to find. Breakfast unimaginative, and lukewarm. The building is new and modern.

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Dining

Free breakfast is commonly described as good but basic, with 24/7 coffee available. Others found it mediocre or inconsistent, with lukewarm items or equipment issues and a desire for more variety.

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Denise

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff was AMAZING! There were just some things that bothered us. There was no way to let Housekeeping know we needed service. Nothing to hang on the door. Housekeeping knocked on our door just once during our stay. Breakfast was lacking a bit more variety. Maybe some breakfast potatoes, grits, muffins and cinnamon buns/pastries would have been nice options. I tried calling the Front Desk multiple times for room issues/general information and couldn't get through. I finally went down to the Lobby to report the water coming out of our AC. It was promptly fixed, but the whole situation left me disappointed with my ability to reach hotel staff if I needed to. The parking system didn't provide me with any kind of invoice for parking fees, not by text or email. So I have no idea what I paid for parking. Every hotel has issues/challenges. Recognizing they exist is the first step. Then, it's how they choose to overcome them that matters. We'd consider visiting again, but with misgivings.

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Li

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nicely decorated and well maintained. Breakfast selection was good. Best part is coffee bar is available 24/7

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Roland

Apr 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The fresh pancakes each morning were outstanding, a pleasant surprise...The staff was very helpful and cheerful.... Especially our Breakfast hostess!!!....The only drawback was that during our 3 night stay, we did not receive service for our room...I had to retrieve fresh towels and empty the trash.... However, we will stay there again.....

10

Mamie

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay! Best shower. Breakfast was very good! Check in by Tonya was delightful. Definitely will stay again when in the area for medical appts

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Abney

Sep 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Parking is pay parking through an app, not the hotel and was cumbersome. The beds were very uncomfortable and two fixtures in the bathroom leaked or didnt work (sink drain). Breakfast was very mediocre.

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Helen

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel surprised us! It was the most budget friendly hotel in Chapel Hill for our weekend trip. Everything was clean and looked really new. No issues at all. The hotel has a good free breakfast and lots of grab and go options if needed.

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Kim

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not too happy with the room. There was hair in the shower, the bathroom light didn't always work and the breakfast was awful.

8

Israel

Jan 29, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff are great, courteous, and effective. However, the breakfast is too basic and has few options.

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Sherry

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service clean room. Great breakfast

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George

Mar 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Water was warm, not hot. Location hard to find. Breakfast unimaginative, and lukewarm. The building is new and modern.

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Month	Average price
January	$110
February	$144
March	$139
April	$153
May	$128
June	$119
July	$114
August	$130
September	$145
October	$161
November	$132
December	$103

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $153	17 $151	18 $178	19 $191
20 $139	21 $142	22 $127	23 $124	24 $125	25 $169	26 $169
27 $124	28 $124	29 $124	30 $124

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $166	2	3
4 $150	5 $124	6 $114	7 $122	8 $151	9 $220	10 $220
11 $150	12 $121	13 $118	14 $124	15 $142	16 $253	17 $247
18 $151	19 $118	20 $152	21 $160	22 $178	23	24
25 $155	26 $175	27 $169	28 $169	29 $169	30 $405	31 $402

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessibleessible (Mobility Hearing Accessible with Tub)

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

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