Name: Designer Inn and Suites
Address: 403 Highway 30 West, Toledo, Iowa, United States of America, Toledo, Iowa, US
Price range: $58–$84 per night
Rating: 7.33

What guests think

Across reviews of Designer Inn and Suites, travelers praise friendly staff, unique themed rooms, and a convenient location, while common downsides include maintenance issues, dated spaces, cleanliness inconsistencies, a closed pool, limited breakfast, and slow check in.

Accessibility can be challenging due to the lack of an elevator. Comfort varies, with reports of hard beds, bright exterior lighting, and occasional hallway noise. Best for travelers who value affordability over on-site perks.

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Facilities

The pool is permanently closed and there is no elevator to upper floors. Some guests also note an onsite liquor store.

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6

David

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Funny,eclectic decor,but clearly designed in 1980s. In room jacuzzi was nice but could not get shower to operate. On site swimming pool permanently closed for some time.

8

Shirley

Jul 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Juice machine didn't work. Pool closed permanently.

6

vicki

Aug 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Only thing we liked was the staff. They were very nice & accommodating. Even when I joked with the guy at the desk about the pool being empty. The pool looked welcoming on the website as it was advertised as being available.

8

Dustin

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean, the staff was great and friendly, sadly the jets on the hot tub in our room were not working. Also the liquor store in the hotel had great prices!

6

Ellen

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfortable. Small breakfast selection, no tea bags for the hot water, but coffee was good with plenty of creamer/sugar. The pool and "rec room" is closed, but would be better if windows of pool and rec rooms were blackened out so you can\'t see the condition of those areas. Otherwise, the AC was working very well, our 2nd floor room was quiet.

4

Sarah

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This experience was terrible. They "upgraded" our double room due to overbooking to a fantasy type suite. It was tacky and things didn't work right. Half lights didn't work, the jacuzzi tub was difficult to figure out, the shower was barely functioning, the breakfast was poor quality, there was no elevator for a two story hotel. When we called the front desk for help, we were treated poorly and did not get the help we needed. The hotel had many screens broken off or missing from the windows. The tissue box had three tissues in it! There were no USB outlets. No lamps at all, only overhead lights; half of which had switches that didn't work. Due to the dismissive attitude from front desk staff, we decided not ask for the missing items (tissue). The only bright spot was the lady that checked us in was very pleasant and friendly.

2

Tabitha

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Reserved the room for a pool party with my daughter and her friends no one bothered to tell me Pool was closed and when I told him that was purpose of room someone tried to charge my card on file.

8

Lori

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were allowed early checkin, which was greatly appreciated. I unfortunately didn't pay close enough attention to the fact there is not elevator, so if you have some mobility issues, please make sure they are aware. Our room was non smoking, but when you opened the door, there was a stale smell of smoke. Should be aired out and cleaned well. Be aware that the beds are fairly high, so if you are short, you may want to take a step stool. For the price, this was a decent hotel.

10

Shelby

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Always friendly staff, room was dreamy and fantastical! Only draw back ia a pool ia pirates as an amenity, however the pool is drained and has a sign indicating permanent closure

10

Marvin

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very pleasant.. disappointed in free breakfast. Just a sude note their pool. Is closed permanently. Good location and peaceful.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: several guests found rooms clean, while others report odors, stained carpets, and housekeeping lapses.

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Karen

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was clean and well maintained. Bed was comfortable and place was quiet. Only bad thing was lack of breakfast items.

4

Hailey

Jan 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room had stained carpet, toilet lid was loose, had a few burnt out light bulbs, and had an over all weird smell. I’ve stayed here previously and those suites were a lot nicer.

4

Blair

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There were dirty underwear in the room even though the clerk bragged about just cleaning. The whirlpool drain was broke. We didnt have clean towels and when they brought them up they tossed them on the ground outside the room. There were sketchy people out and about the property.

10

Saba

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and Clean!!!

10

Clarence

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean and staff was really friendly

4

Shawn

May 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Outdated. The shower was disgusting

6

Cynthia

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was some type of odor in the hotel room which you cannot smell after you were in the room for a time. But if you left the room and came back you could smell it again

6

Jeanette

May 29, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The carpets and tile need to be cleaned. Granddaughter put her 9 month old on floor when they arrived after an 8 hour drive picked him up a few minutes later and his knees and legs were black from crawling.

8

Cindy

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean and location was great

10

Teresa

Apr 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Rooms are nice and clean and the beds were comfortable.

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Rooms

Themed rooms feel unique, but many report dated decor, hard beds, and recurring maintenance problems with showers, windows, lighting, or in room jetted tubs. Some stays were affected by noise or bright exterior lighting.

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Amanda

Jul 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked a standard king room upon arrival the room stunk like mold so decided to “upgrade” at our own expense to one of the suites and landed in cupids nightmare. Literally nothing worked properly in the room including whirlpool, lighting, and shower. It was so cheesy 90’s vibe Which added to the fun I just wish something in that room worked.

10

Lily

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I enjoyed how friendly the staff was, the comfort of the bed, and a decent breakfast as well. Totally worth the price and I'll definitely revisit for one of their theme suites

10

Joseph

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved the themed rooms the staff was excellent

8

Mark

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

New carpets, clean rooms. Window would not close all the way or lock. Bar of soap so small that with two of us it was not enough. Breakfast was waffle, cold cereal, hard rolls that you can pour hot sausage gravy over with coffee and juice. Our room was on the second floor above the liquor store and loud all night and very early morning.

6

Nicole

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was beautiful bed was comfortable hot tub was amazing but when it came time to shower the shower didn’t work and the toilet lid didn’t open all the way

8

Jeff

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Overall, not bad The window didn't sit straight. So when you close it, it had a small gap at the top. The hair dryer wouldn't power on which I didn't need it anyway. But just testing things The bottom drawer of the dresser was stiff, didn't want to open. One of the lamps only had one bulb instead of 2.

4

Amy

Dec 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty walls with holes. Hard beds. Curtain didnt fully cover window and very bright light was directly on bed. No elevator to second floor. Terrible water pressure in shower, sink had plenty. Pool permanently closed. Get what you pay for i guess.

4

Lacey

Dec 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Visited from Kansas City. Stayed in the Roman themed room. definitely not worth $160. Cleanliness did not exist, lights turned on and off by themselves and the jacuzzi jets turned on randomly throughout the night and no way to shut them off. 0/10 recommend

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Alicia

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The smoke detector started chirping around 9:30pm after my toddler was asleep. The front desk attendant came and watched my husband remove it and then took it away. This is a safety hazard and illegal. But also, they are ten year smoke detectors! Put them on a schedule and switch out before they chirp at guests at night! Additionally, the AC didn’t work in one of our rooms and the toilet ran all night. The floodlights to light the parking lot made it seem like day in the room all hours. The breakfast was maybe the worst I’ve ever been offered at a hotel and questionable on the safety and freshness of those items (the waffle maker left black specks all over my kids waffle, the gravy for biscuits and gravy looked days old). We used the pool but the paint is peeling all over it the floor of it so I was glad my toddlers couldn’t touch the bottom. The water was clean though and we still enjoyed it. The (regular?) clientele seemed to linger in hallways most hours or yell obscenities in their rooms at each other. The area seemed unsafe. Not kid friendly: liquor store attached to hotel, casino machine in lobby, folks lingering in hallways.

6

Albert

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The bathtub stopper wouldn't work. Beds were hard. Pop machine broke. Other than that, it was a nice place.

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Service

Many describe the staff as friendly and helpful, but others experienced long waits, difficulty reaching the front desk, or dismissive interactions.

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John

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Took me 20 minutes to find somebody to check me in had a phone on the desk to pick up phone for service it didn't work so I got my own phone and called the hotel still didn't get an answer finally went for a walk found her in the laundry room with her headphones in

10

kayleigh

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly and efficient, room clean, bed comfortable

8

Colette

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Waited over 20 minutes to get checked in

10

RICHARD

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff is fantastic

8

William

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

THE LADY AT THE FRONT DESK IN THE EVENING WAS FANTASTIC . SHE FIXED THE TV FOR ME . SHE DID'NT HESITATE TO HELP .

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Sarah

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This experience was terrible. They "upgraded" our double room due to overbooking to a fantasy type suite. It was tacky and things didn't work right. Half lights didn't work, the jacuzzi tub was difficult to figure out, the shower was barely functioning, the breakfast was poor quality, there was no elevator for a two story hotel. When we called the front desk for help, we were treated poorly and did not get the help we needed. The hotel had many screens broken off or missing from the windows. The tissue box had three tissues in it! There were no USB outlets. No lamps at all, only overhead lights; half of which had switches that didn't work. Due to the dismissive attitude from front desk staff, we decided not ask for the missing items (tissue). The only bright spot was the lady that checked us in was very pleasant and friendly.

6

Casandra

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A lot of transients loitering around outside of building. They were staying in what looked like an old conference room in the building with lots of suitcases all over that room. They left the door open to that room which is how we saw inside. Pool is permanently closed and used as storage room for old computers and office supplies. Staff was hard to find. Our 1st room had a crack in the bathtub and wall was soft from damage. The 2nd room was ok but also had a tub crack but was patched. Tub would not hold water because the plug was broken. The bed was hard. Maybe the themed rooms are better but the standard rooms are not good. Ok for a cheap stay but would not book with them in the future.

4

lisa

Jun 6, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Treated badly because I wanted to pay in cash. Guy was unfriendly the whole time. I’ve been staying there 2 times a year for the last 3 years. I’ll stay somewhere else from now on. Also the bathroom door wouldn’t lock and there was mold on a piece of bread at the breakfast.

10

Brian

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is near by restaurants, gas stations, and a few minutes from the casino. For a 2 star hotel it really wasn't too bad. The staff was very friendly and accommodating.

10

Barb

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again

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Location

Location is convenient for the casino and nearby restaurants. A few reviews mention loitering and an occasionally unsafe feel.

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Rhonda

Apr 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property was in a great location, close to the casino and had food options within walking distance. Check in was fast & easy. We stayed in the Cave themed room, it was very cool! The shower was AMAZING. The sauna and hot tub in the room were awesome features as well! It was a very relaxing night away from home.

10

Mary

Dec 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was conveniently located near Dubuque Iowa

10

Sandy

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Just a quick weekend trip. The hotel was in a great spot.

8

Todd

Feb 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was not bad and offered a good lineup of tv channels. It was handy to multiple restaurants. I was pleased and would like to stay there again sometime. I was most impressed about being able to check in a few minutes early; sometimes this presents a problem, but not this time.

10

Teresa

Sep 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay, but not enough parking area.

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Alicia

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The smoke detector started chirping around 9:30pm after my toddler was asleep. The front desk attendant came and watched my husband remove it and then took it away. This is a safety hazard and illegal. But also, they are ten year smoke detectors! Put them on a schedule and switch out before they chirp at guests at night! Additionally, the AC didn’t work in one of our rooms and the toilet ran all night. The floodlights to light the parking lot made it seem like day in the room all hours. The breakfast was maybe the worst I’ve ever been offered at a hotel and questionable on the safety and freshness of those items (the waffle maker left black specks all over my kids waffle, the gravy for biscuits and gravy looked days old). We used the pool but the paint is peeling all over it the floor of it so I was glad my toddlers couldn’t touch the bottom. The water was clean though and we still enjoyed it. The (regular?) clientele seemed to linger in hallways most hours or yell obscenities in their rooms at each other. The area seemed unsafe. Not kid friendly: liquor store attached to hotel, casino machine in lobby, folks lingering in hallways.

10

Linda

Dec 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Close and nice

8

Cindy

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were clean and location was great

10

Brian

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is near by restaurants, gas stations, and a few minutes from the casino. For a 2 star hotel it really wasn't too bad. The staff was very friendly and accommodating.

10

LEE

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

very convenient location

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Dining

Breakfast is limited with modest options and mixed quality; several mention broken machines or stale items. A few guests found it acceptable.

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8

Karen

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was clean and well maintained. Bed was comfortable and place was quiet. Only bad thing was lack of breakfast items.

10

Lily

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I enjoyed how friendly the staff was, the comfort of the bed, and a decent breakfast as well. Totally worth the price and I'll definitely revisit for one of their theme suites

8

Mark

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

New carpets, clean rooms. Window would not close all the way or lock. Bar of soap so small that with two of us it was not enough. Breakfast was waffle, cold cereal, hard rolls that you can pour hot sausage gravy over with coffee and juice. Our room was on the second floor above the liquor store and loud all night and very early morning.

6

Ellen

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfortable. Small breakfast selection, no tea bags for the hot water, but coffee was good with plenty of creamer/sugar. The pool and "rec room" is closed, but would be better if windows of pool and rec rooms were blackened out so you can\'t see the condition of those areas. Otherwise, the AC was working very well, our 2nd floor room was quiet.

8

David

Sep 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was average, large enough, decent breakfast

4

Sarah

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This experience was terrible. They "upgraded" our double room due to overbooking to a fantasy type suite. It was tacky and things didn't work right. Half lights didn't work, the jacuzzi tub was difficult to figure out, the shower was barely functioning, the breakfast was poor quality, there was no elevator for a two story hotel. When we called the front desk for help, we were treated poorly and did not get the help we needed. The hotel had many screens broken off or missing from the windows. The tissue box had three tissues in it! There were no USB outlets. No lamps at all, only overhead lights; half of which had switches that didn't work. Due to the dismissive attitude from front desk staff, we decided not ask for the missing items (tissue). The only bright spot was the lady that checked us in was very pleasant and friendly.

8

Victor

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Theme room is awesome, dining options extremely limited. We went to another town for dinner.

8

Dary

Oct 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The place was easy to get to. Nice parking lot. Checking in was easy & the guy was very nice. The breakfast was not want you expected. They had a (1) waffle maker, very small muffins (they were fresh), cereal, coffee, juice that was it. The room was clean. The bathroom door by knob was badly damaged, as I went through my top caught on it (just snagged. The room when we first went in smelled like pee. When we went out for the evening & when we came back from breakfast it still smelled.

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lisa

Jun 6, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Treated badly because I wanted to pay in cash. Guy was unfriendly the whole time. I’ve been staying there 2 times a year for the last 3 years. I’ll stay somewhere else from now on. Also the bathroom door wouldn’t lock and there was mold on a piece of bread at the breakfast.

8

Darrell

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Breakfast hours are not long enough. The breakfast selections are very poor what

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Month	Average price
January	$44
February	$45
March	$47
April	$55
May	$52
June	$55
July	$59
August	$78
September	$52
October	$48
November	$50
December	$46

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $60	2 $61	3 $59
4 $59	5 $61	6 $62	7 $60	8 $58	9 $62	10 $62
11 $59	12 $62	13 $61	14 $60	15 $62	16 $60	17 $62
18 $60	19 $61	20 $61	21 $62	22 $61	23 $62	24 $64
25 $63	26 $61	27 $61	28 $61	29 $61	30 $61	31 $62

Designer Inn and Suites

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About this property

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Crystal Cave

Basic Single Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Aces Wild

Roman Retreat

Northern Nights

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Rain Forest

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Heart's Delight

Arabian Nights

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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20	21 $84	22 $69	23 $64	24 $68	25 $69	26 $69
27 $71	28 $68	29 $68	30 $71