Name: The Common Man Inn & Restaurant
Address: 21 Water Street, Claremont, New Hampshire, United States of America, Claremont, New Hampshire, US
Price range: US$140–US$373 per night
Rating: 9.25

What guests think

Across reviews of The Common Man Inn & Restaurant, guests highlight a distinctive mill setting and friendly service, but also mention mixed continental breakfast, occasional restaurant closures or slow service, some room‑to‑room noise, and sporadic Wi‑Fi or confusing TVs.

Rooms are described as clean, often spacious, and feature unique suites with mill character and river or waterfall views. Amenities noted include a cozy lobby with puzzles and a resident cat, a hot tub, and a small fitness room. Some guests found off‑site parking and wayfinding inconvenient. Expect a charming stay in a repurposed mill with small‑hotel quirks.

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Facilities

Amenities frequently mentioned include a hot tub (generally enjoyed, with one report of dirty water), a small fitness room, and off‑site parking that can require a short walk or clearer signage.

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Alison

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Generally liked the experience and the facility. The employee at the desk with whom I also spoke on the phone a few times was excellent and provided great service. Two minor issues: a sign saying park here and enter here would be helpful - we went around the whole building. We saw only signed saying reserved for the restaurant etc so that added time to checking in. We also had someone walking around in the room above us (we were in 115) from 11 pm to maybe 12:30 am. It woke me up a few times. I hear someone walking around there now during the day--there is so much walking there maybe it is the lobby or an employee service area and maybe there should not be a hotel room under it.

10

Heidi

29 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great find. A skillfully and beautifully converted old mill. Just modern enough, just enough old mill. Bedding, towels and bath amenities were excellent. TV has cable and smart functions, easy to cast from your devices. On site dining was also very good in a connected 2nd mill building that was also a nice rehab. I wish we could have gotten a king room but apparently they were unavailable. The river dam behind the building seemed a bit noisy but it was actually soothing and relaxing. Not sure what the other Common Man properties are like but Claremont is top notch. If I had to complain about anything it would be the short walk to the parking garage. It snowed overnight and it was a messy walk.

10

Heather

11 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a fantastic place to stay, beating out the other 5 hotels we stayed in during this trip. The transformation from run-down mill slum to this peaceful, comfy inn is remarkable. (I delivered newspapers on this street in my youth, and it was a depressing, horrible place.) The location is fantastic, with easy walks for exercise or to see the town, and parking is no problem. The morning breakfast offerings have a little something for everyone. The exercise room is one of the best we've used at a hotel, especially for one of this size. The lobby area has books, puzzles, comfy seating, and the historic photos and decor were upscale. Clare, the inn cat, visited us and made it feel very homey.

8

Quoc

10 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Larger Parking signs in the garage are needed for older people

10

Ania

20 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Awesome stay during skiing trip to Vermont. Large and comfortable rooms, great hot tub.

10

Jeffrey

16 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Enjoyable time there. Room was very comfortable. Hot Tub was perfect for relaxing at the end of our days there. Looking forward to another trip back soon

10

carol

19 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My family and I stay here whenever visiting my inlaws. It is a reliable Inn. Always a fun and relaxing experience. There is a small workout room. Used the hot tub for the first time which was clean with some music piped in which you could choose to have turned off. There is a free breakfast of muffins, bagels, breakfast sandwiches, cereal, coffee, etc. The Inn has a cat that lives there. I am allergic to cats but the inn is kept clean so I am never bothered by her presence and she is sweet.

8

Danielle

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was beautiful however the hot tub was dirty and the continental breakfast was not great.

10

Dawn

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We didn't stay long, but I always stay here when I'm in Claremont. This is a lovely spot, with a great restaurant and hot tub. The only drawback is the lack of parking close-by (the garage is 2 blocks away and up-hill, and my partner is handicapped) - there is limited parking behind the building, but that requires stairs. They have offered to allow us to park out front in the past, so if you have a wheelchair, you can ask. For this trip, we gave my car to my son and had him pick us up the next day. The rooms are cozy and warm. They are tastefully decorated with soft, quality linens and vintage furniture that "fits" the room. I just love this place. Choose it!

10

Chris

6 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay very relaxing.... Hot tub was great just a little odd being in such a private room...

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Cleanliness

Reviews repeatedly describe the property and rooms as very clean and well maintained.

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10

Susan

20 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cozy atmosphere, clean and wonderful staff

10

Tara

28 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We had an awesome stay at The Comman Man Inn in Claremont, NH. The staff were wonderful, the room was clean. We loved the historic charm and the historic photos hanging in the hallways. We will be staying again on our next trip to the area.

10

Terry

18 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean Well appointed Beautiful area Lovely restaurant Breakfast free and easy with prepackaged thoughtful nutritious items Staff is great! Can’t wait to return!

10

Lorraine

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was clean and cozy and the staff were very friendly. Loved the attached restaurant too. Continental breakfast was good. We would definitely stay there again.

10

Jay

15 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Amazingly clean. Rooms look like they were recently updated.

10

victoria

18 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cozy, clean, friendly staff etc.

10

Patricia

27 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and comfortable. The cleaning staff was polite and helpful.

10

Michele

11 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property is an old mill building with brick walls and hardwood floors. It's absolutely adorable. The room was large and clean, with a view of the Sugar River. The staff were very friendly and helpful. There's even an inn cat that you can invite into your room if you want. I didn't make it to breakfast, but a colleague who was also staying there said it was wonderful. The inn was within walking distance to my meeting, and several shops and restaurants. I'm planning to visit the area again just so I can stay at the inn.

10

James S

26 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed for one night and were very pleased with the cleanliness of the whole place as well as the large size of the room. The water pressure was great and the bed was nice and comfortable (firm). The aesthetic was nice and I liked the chairs in the common area...the puzzle is a nice touch. We were also pleased to encounter the Inn cat.

10

Jennifer

5 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice clean hotel. The rooms are quite spacious.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and often spacious, with unique suites, exposed brick and beams, and scenic river or waterfall views; some guests report thin walls or elevator noise and occasional Wi‑Fi or TV issues.

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Thomas

27 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic example of northern New England hospitality. Classic mill conversion, well done, with higher class suites available. Stayed in the bridge suite and enjoyed the views. Wish we stayed longer, will definitely be back.

10

Robert

24 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had a very comfortable stay. No complaints. Many great cable TV channels, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, My room had a river view (pictured).

10

James

29 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed a night in room 116. Beautiful room, fall view, fireplace, jacuzzi tub in a stone grotto, absolutely beautiful room. Plan on returning at some point in the future!

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Earl

22 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed in the Stone Suite which was lovely. We especially liked the old foundation stones and bedrock that were preserved in the lower bedroom and bathroom walls. The view of the mill falls through the windows was beautiful and reminded one why the old mill was built on the river. The lobby was warm and inviting and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend this property.

10

Jennifer

14 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location and stunning suite!

10

Lance

4 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay! Very nice, historic mill building renovated into this hotel with great attention to detail. The views in the Sugar River Suite were outstanding and listening to the waterfalls outside the window was very soothing. Great staff at the front desk, complimentary hot apple cider upon arriving, great amenities, everything could want. It served as a base of operation to explore Western NH and Eastern VT and couldn't have been a better location for the two.

6

Edward

14 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Inn is a renovate old factory. The walls between rooms were made too thin.

10

erik

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excel stay. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Would like faster wifi (brick mill walls).

10

Cheryl

24 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,346 nights

Super cute spot! Rooms are very charming. Wifi was flaky, that was the only thing that wasn’t great. We would definitely stay again.

6

Jon

11 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was clean the service was friendly. The TV was impossible to navigate. Never had such a difficult system to use at a hotel. Uhg. And I love TV and work in technology. Need instructions in the room. The walls were super thin and got to listen to the folks next door fight. Not sure why I was charged almost $19 for my room to be cleaned when we did not have it cleaned during my stay. We went to dinner at the restaurant and had a great meal and great service.

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Service

Service is widely described as warm, attentive, and accommodating, with quick help when issues arise and personal touches like the resident cat; a few note isolated hiccups such as a billing mix‑up or inflexible takeout.

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Diana

12 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely the best customer service I have received in a hotel. I cannot wait to go back again!

10

Joseph a

22 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Common Man is a lovely place to stay! The front desk was excellent and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. Catherine was amazing and ensured we had everything we needed! The king room with the river view is spacious and has a beautiful view of the river. The restaurant had great service and the food was excellent! We loved the pub area where they have games available to play while you have a drink. Overall, great stay- we will be back!

10

victoria

18 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cozy, clean, friendly staff etc.

10

Aloysius

20 May 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

We stay at Common Man about once a year. We love the large rooms and the quality of the linens. It is up in a safe area of town with its own restaurant and other restaurants within walking distance. The staff is friendly and very helpful. Love the Common Man Inn!

10

Ashley

11 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We loved our stay at the Common Man! We were greeted by a fantastic service desk employee who made sure we were taken care of. The hotel is so quaint and we enjoyed Clare the Inn cat milling about.

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Edward F

22 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff member who greeted us is just outstanding! What a knowledgeable and agreeable soul she is- such a welcome presence for the weary traveler. Room was beautiful and quiet and clean and comfortable. TV was difficult to use and we almost gave up but lobby staff was wonderful

10

Lee

14 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clare was very attentive to our every need. From arrival to departure she made sure our experience was purrfect.

10

John

5 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel with friendly staff. Common man restaurant is excellent and very reasonably priced. I would definitely stay again

10

erik

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excel stay. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Would like faster wifi (brick mill walls).

10

Stephanie

17 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful place with great staff!!!

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Location

Scenic riverside setting with waterfall views and convenient access to local walks, the opera house, I‑91, and regional sights; some guests found walkability limited at times and used a nearby garage for parking.

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Aloysius

29 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We always ray at Common Man in Claremont on out travels to NH. The hotel is very clean and convenient to I91 and the mountains. We love the easy parking and the restaurant.

10

Shawn

25 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing place to launch a foliage road trip

10

Aloysius

20 May 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

We stay at Common Man about once a year. We love the large rooms and the quality of the linens. It is up in a safe area of town with its own restaurant and other restaurants within walking distance. The staff is friendly and very helpful. Love the Common Man Inn!

10

Heather

11 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a fantastic place to stay, beating out the other 5 hotels we stayed in during this trip. The transformation from run-down mill slum to this peaceful, comfy inn is remarkable. (I delivered newspapers on this street in my youth, and it was a depressing, horrible place.) The location is fantastic, with easy walks for exercise or to see the town, and parking is no problem. The morning breakfast offerings have a little something for everyone. The exercise room is one of the best we've used at a hotel, especially for one of this size. The lobby area has books, puzzles, comfy seating, and the historic photos and decor were upscale. Clare, the inn cat, visited us and made it feel very homey.

10

Joshua

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient for concerts at the opera house.

10

Neal

21 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

friendly staff, nice cat that roams the halls, nice restaurant on location, walk to nice parks,

10

Michele

11 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property is an old mill building with brick walls and hardwood floors. It's absolutely adorable. The room was large and clean, with a view of the Sugar River. The staff were very friendly and helpful. There's even an inn cat that you can invite into your room if you want. I didn't make it to breakfast, but a colleague who was also staying there said it was wonderful. The inn was within walking distance to my meeting, and several shops and restaurants. I'm planning to visit the area again just so I can stay at the inn.

10

Leanna

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property itself is cozy, clean and perfect! The restaurant has a cozy rustic feel with great food and staff! And right on the river! So beautiful!

10

Lance

4 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay! Very nice, historic mill building renovated into this hotel with great attention to detail. The views in the Sugar River Suite were outstanding and listening to the waterfalls outside the window was very soothing. Great staff at the front desk, complimentary hot apple cider upon arriving, great amenities, everything could want. It served as a base of operation to explore Western NH and Eastern VT and couldn't have been a better location for the two.

10

Dawn

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We didn't stay long, but I always stay here when I'm in Claremont. This is a lovely spot, with a great restaurant and hot tub. The only drawback is the lack of parking close-by (the garage is 2 blocks away and up-hill, and my partner is handicapped) - there is limited parking behind the building, but that requires stairs. They have offered to allow us to park out front in the past, so if you have a wheelchair, you can ask. For this trip, we gave my car to my son and had him pick us up the next day. The rooms are cozy and warm. They are tastefully decorated with soft, quality linens and vintage furniture that "fits" the room. I just love this place. Choose it!

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Dining

The attached restaurant earns frequent praise for tasty meals and atmosphere but may be closed on some weeknights or run slow when busy; a few found prices high. Continental breakfast feedback is mixed, from better‑than‑expected to minimal.

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Douglas

24 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent stay. Restaurant was fabulous. The food and service was great. The riverside waterfall courtyard was beautiful and relaxing. We loved it.

8

Louise

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The restaurant was closed and we were disappointed since that was one of reasons we booked this property. The morning breakfast offering was nothing that we cared for and was minimal. The elevator next to our room woke us up several times.

8

Robert

3 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel: sort of pricey: Staff at the restaurant seemingly overwhelmed at times. Food was OK:

8

THOMAS

1 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The continental breakfast was poor. Otherwise, my stay was very good.

10

John

25 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Delightful stay, room was very nice, location is very pleasant, both given proximity to river and to the downtown. Breakfast had many options. Coffee was just a Keurig Machine, could perhaps be a bit more exciting. The Common Man Restaurant nearby was close, but waited about one hour and fifteen minutes after ordering for food to arrive, which was not ideal

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Bruce

21 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was better than we expected. We were expecting a standard continental breakfast. They had French toast and real bakery style baels. Prewrapped store bought breakfast sandwiches (just OK). The staff and prperty were awesome. The restaurant very good. Highly recommended.

10

John

21 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed our stay very much. The only thing that was disappointing was the fact that the restaurant was closed on the two days we were there. This was one of the reasons we stayed there. We did not know about this until we checked in. Everything else was excellent! We would definitely go back but not on Tuesday or Wednesday.

10

Leanna

10 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property itself is cozy, clean and perfect! The restaurant has a cozy rustic feel with great food and staff! And right on the river! So beautiful!

10

Jeritha

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved having an excellent restaurant right next door. The history and vibe of the Inn were both positives for me.

6

Jon

11 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was clean the service was friendly. The TV was impossible to navigate. Never had such a difficult system to use at a hotel. Uhg. And I love TV and work in technology. Need instructions in the room. The walls were super thin and got to listen to the folks next door fight. Not sure why I was charged almost $19 for my room to be cleaned when we did not have it cleaned during my stay. We went to dinner at the restaurant and had a great meal and great service.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $217	2	3
4 $242	5 $256	6 $246	7 $246	8 $246	9	10
11	12 $227	13 $266	14 $291	15 $217	16	17
18 $198	19 $208	20 $246	21 $208	22 $198	23	24
25 $363	26 $373	27 $373	28 $373	29 $140	30	31

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27 $250	28 $227	29 $291	30 $266

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Suite (Wainshal)

Suite (Claremont)

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Adapted)

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View (King Garden)

Junior Suite (Sugar River)

Room, Multiple Beds, River View

Suite (Two Level, Bridge)

Suite (Two Level, Stone)

Room, 1 King Bed (King Pet)

Suite (Two Level, Cascade)

Suite (Pet, Sunapee)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Queen Pet)

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Suite (Woven Label, Near Event Hall)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View (Near Event Hall)

Suite, Terrace

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Street View)

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