Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
Address: 1929 Palomar Oaks Way, Aviara, Carlsbad, California, United States of America, Carlsbad, San Diego County, US
Price range: $125–$298 per night
Rating: 8.85

What guests think

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad earns consistent praise for clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and a convenient, quiet location near Legoland, with many guests enjoying the complimentary breakfast and easy parking despite a nightly fee.

Some guests report thin walls or occasional street noise, along with intermittent maintenance problems such as faulty drains, damp smells, or AC issues. Housekeeping quality is generally good but inconsistent in some stays, and breakfast variety can feel limited for certain diets. Overall, expect a practical, family-friendly base for Legoland visits with a few quirks.

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Facilities

Parking is easy but carries a $10 nightly fee. The pool and fitness room are modest, with occasional comments about a small, cloudy, or closed pool and areas needing updates.

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Brian

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice property with great amenities. 4 things prevented giving this Fairfield In. 5 stars: 1.) First floor curtains were not designed to close. So there is little privacy and no sun blocking. 2.) The poor Quality toilet paper. The hotel’s toilet paper was like something a Motel 6 would offer. 3.) Lighting in the bathroom was bad for makeup wearers, and one of the two lamps in the room didn’t work 4.) $10 extra to pay for parking in a lot that wasn’t tight on space is Nicole and filing your guests. Otherwise we loved the place!

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constance

Jul 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was okay. Pool was cloudy. Not something appealing.

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erick

May 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

paying the extra $10 for parking a day, while im paying over $300 to stay. never coming back

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Natasha

Mar 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The only downer was the pool was closed

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Paul

Sep 6, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean convenient location not too far from Legoland, and about 25 minutes from San Diego Zoo Safari. They charge $10/night for parking, but it is clean, serves breakfast in the mornings between 7am and 9:30am and has a medium sized pool (no hot tub). Also not far from the beaches - 5-7 minutes by car. We recommend Moonlight Beach (free).

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Jeffrey

May 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It charges $10.00 per night for a parking lot that is in the middle of nowhere!!!! No one else in the area would use it !!!! This is absurd!!!

10

Corinne

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My family and I stayed here for only one night, but we enjoyed it. The room was spacious and comfortable (though the pull-out beds are LOUD, as a warning), everything felt clean, and we appreciated the complimentary breakfast. Note that parking costs $10 per night. I don't think that was very clear on the Expedia profile, as I saw something that said it was "free," so just know that it's not free parking. But it was easy and convenient to get in and out of the parking lot, and I wasn't worried about the area. We would absolutely stay here again.

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Luis

Jun 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Parking fee is added to per car on top of your room rates and fees. Parking is an additional fee.

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FLORENCE

Apr 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel room is clean, bed is comfortable, breakfast is a plus. The swimming pool is small. If there was a spa, would have been better.

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Aliya Marie

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The rooms were clean and the breakfast was good. Easy check in and check out. Parking was only $10 a day. 6 min drive to LegoLand and Costco and burger joint. Family enjoyed our stay

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Cleanliness

Many guests highlight very clean rooms and common areas. Others report inconsistencies such as wet or dirty carpets, odors, hair in showers, or mold.

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Stacey

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staffs and clean rooms! Great location as well. There are Costco and outlet just 5 minutes away. The breakfast was awesome, too. My family had a wonderful time there.

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Teodosio

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bathroom is a moldy mess. Not ebough towels for a family of 5. No help with us wantimg and needing to leave early. We were charge 2 full days but left after first night. Walls are dirty in room. Tons of dust everywhere.

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Anand

Sep 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room is not clean and has bad odor.

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Jennifer

Aug 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hallways had food bags for two days, rugs dirty and shower surrounds were rusted. Room ac didn’t reach the bathroom.

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Elva

Mar 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was hair in the shower. I'm happy a cleaned before using anything. there's practically no water pressure, if you enjoy a hot shower to relax look elsewhere.

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Angel

Jun 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room wasn't cleaned fully. The bathroom was used and smelled like urine as if it was sitting more than a day. And the couch was really stained. The front desk clerk was so awesome to switch our room in which we were satisfied with the next room.

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Robert

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, courteous staff and free breakfast

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Leah

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was conveniently located not far from the freeway but far enough that you didn't hear freeway noise. Included an outdoor swimming pool, gym, laundry facility, and breakfast. The staff were polite and helpful. Even went as far as giving up their spot for is to park one night. Now with the not so good, the room seemed dated. Lighting at night was very dim in the bathroom and the room even with all the lights on. Our mattress seemed very dirty while the other was encased in mattress protector. Very noisy on our first night with people partying a few doors away. I did call the front desk, they addressed it right away. Breakfast was nothing special with the usual waffles and other items.

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Sophia

Jul 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had to switch rooms 3X within 30 minutes. The floor smelled. The carpet was wet in both rooms. They acted like they weren’t aware of this. Then as I waited for my 3rd room I heard another lady complaining about her room. This hotel is definitely not to Marriott standards. I have stayed at plenty and have all been really nice.

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Michael

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We booked this stay for how close it is for our trip to Legoland to celebrate three kids birthdays. The hotel was very clean and in a nice area. Staff was very friendly. We did though have to end our stay a day early due to our son and my niece both have a skin reaction to something on the bed sheets. We had to have them both checked out and we were told it may have been something used to clean the sheets with. We did inform the staff and the young lady was very nice and understanding but we couldn't stay another night due to have to take the kids skin reaction. Another thing at least for our room we could hear our neighbors talking all night long which was a bit unfortunate. Other than that everything about the hotel was very nice.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and often spacious, with many guests noting quiet stays. Downsides include thin walls or noise transfer, dim or aging decor in spots, limited blackout or curtain coverage, and occasional Wi-Fi or AC issues or creaky sofa beds.

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Steve

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Quiet and comfortable

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Erin

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was clean, modern and a quiet location. The room was clean and had adequate space. The staff were very helpful and kind. The walls where thin which was not a problem until the last night of out stay where are neighbors were really loud. Overall, we had a good stay with friendly staff in a comfortable setting. S location.

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Corinne

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My family and I stayed here for only one night, but we enjoyed it. The room was spacious and comfortable (though the pull-out beds are LOUD, as a warning), everything felt clean, and we appreciated the complimentary breakfast. Note that parking costs $10 per night. I don't think that was very clear on the Expedia profile, as I saw something that said it was "free," so just know that it's not free parking. But it was easy and convenient to get in and out of the parking lot, and I wasn't worried about the area. We would absolutely stay here again.

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jose marlowe

Jun 17, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The AC was loud and making some weird sound. The room didnt have a blackout drape so it was so bright early in the morning

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kathleen

Jun 11, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

the rooms need a overhaul very depressing very dark colors of flooring rug has to go curtains has to go bathrm sower needs some updates staff very nice

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Robert

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Overall it was pretty good. We enjoyed our stay. Just wished the WiFi was better.

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Carmeania

Aug 28, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I did not like the fact that the curtains did not close. There was a thin white curtain that let all of the light in as soon as the soon came up

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Brett

Jan 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pungent sewer smell outside room door (less so inside room) 3am large loud ice bucket fills for 10 minutes Windows have no sunlight shades Bright streetlight directly on sleepers in the bed Shower head "anystream" had only one stream when using the dial (only one stream - broken) Cars 4 feet from bedroom window Street noise Desk electrical outlets do not work Reservation issues like other recent reviews

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Ellis

Aug 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The 3 star is because we booked this room for the sofa bed…. It was creaky and we had a sleepless night.

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Janine Jing-Ing

Dec 31, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This property was conveniently located for our recent trip. We had no issues with service. It’s clean and quiet. The free breakfast was nothing remarkable but definitely a perk. Plenty of self parking that wasn’t expensive. The hotel itself could use a few upgrades. Some areas are showing their age and could eventually be updated.

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and efficient at check-in. A smaller number report issues such as management responsiveness, room assignment errors, or unfulfilled promises.

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Monique

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The front desk customer service was excellent. Tim was so kind and extra helpful.

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Martha

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is safe and accessible to many attractions we enjoy. But very quiet at night time which we enjoy the most. Clean facilities and good breakfast. Lady at the breakfast area very attentive to keeping everything clean and orderly.

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Rachel

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, well-kept property with super helpful staff.

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Asia

May 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had to switch rooms late at night due to the beds (mattresses) being dirty and trash in the room. Even the second room was not clean and there was a horrible smell on the floor of the room we had to move to. I was told by a manager I would receive points as a refund for the room that would cover me booking “another room and some” due to the inconvenience; however, I never received anything. I called a few times to speak to the general manager but I keep being told he’s not in. The only thing decent about the stay was the receptionist. She was very apologetic for the condition of the rooms and me having to switch rooms late with my children. I even emailed photos of the rooms condition. I’m disappointed that I was lied to and nothing as actually done. I’m going to chuck this up as maybe the hotel is under staffed and the few employees there are doing the best they can and rushing. Yet it is unfair that guests and employees get the bad end of the stick.

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Nicole

Mar 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Elena at the front desk was very helpful!

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Andrew

Apr 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Horrible manager

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Arlene

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff was amazing from the moment we checked in to the day we left.

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Jennifer

May 23, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Kareem was so nice ! He made our stay special by giving our boys Lego people and badges. He was very friendly. Thank you for making our stay memorable! :)

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Joe

Jul 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was the worst experience i have ever had at a hotel, the lady gives me the key to the room and when i open the door there are already people in the room, as i take a step inside the man jumps at me so i had to jump back outside of the room and i had to push my wifeband daughter back outside so that they wouldn't get hurt, it was a nightmare.

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kelli

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Tim at the front desk. Lovely, funny, and with the hotel filled with soccer & gymnastics kids, tried to find us a quiet spot in the hotel. He's a wonderful asset!

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Location

Convenient for Legoland and nearby attractions, with easy highway access in a quiet, safe setting. Most places require a short drive, and walkable dining is limited.

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William

Dec 23, 2022

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Stayed 19,347 nights

The property was tucked out of the way from all the hustle and bustle of traffic, road noise and crowds. The staff was kind and very courteous and very helpful. This is an ideal hideaway for people on vacation that don't want the hassle of fighting crowds and traffic.

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Stacey

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staffs and clean rooms! Great location as well. There are Costco and outlet just 5 minutes away. The breakfast was awesome, too. My family had a wonderful time there.

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Christine

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and convenient. Less than one mile from Legoland. My 6-year-old son and I would stay here again.

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LAURIE S

May 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was a convenient spot.

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Connie

Apr 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location for Legoland and exploring Carlsbad!

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Jodi

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a small family reunion everyone going to Legoland and a lot of us stayed at your hotel. Enjoyed the pool! Nice breakfast

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Ehsan

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very polite and room was clean but we hear loud noises in our room from some facilities nearby. The breakfast was a good option for traveling with kids but there was no other dining option in walking distance

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Karla

Mar 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excelent hotel, easy access to highway, Legoland and great restaurants around.

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Amy

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very convenient location, 10 minutes to everything. Parking was very easy, location was very quiet. Room was clean and comfortable. Would recommend for families.

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Eddie

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Decent hotel. Close to Legoland. You have to drive to get to everything, but the hotel is nice and clean.

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Dining

The complimentary breakfast is a popular convenience and often rated good. Variety and quality are inconsistent for some, with limited vegetarian choices and a few negative experiences.

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Kara

Dec 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It’s not fancy but it was very clean, had great service, and was an easy stay. We would absolutely return in a heartbeat. The only recommendation would be to elevate the quality of the food at the breakfast buffet, but there was nothing wrong with it.

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Stacey

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staffs and clean rooms! Great location as well. There are Costco and outlet just 5 minutes away. The breakfast was awesome, too. My family had a wonderful time there.

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Robert

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, courteous staff and free breakfast

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Magda

Oct 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I love their Breakfast .They have a little bit of everything for every body and enough.

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Linda

Oct 8, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Only thing needing improvement was breakfast options. All else was superior!

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Michael

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

I wish I could remember the name of the young lady at the front desk, she was so very nice and helpful. Room was good, breakfast was really good. Over all great experience.

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Amit

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was good with clean bed sheets. Only one thing that i wanted to mention was breakfast did not have any vegetarian item like tater tots or anything with potato. Rest all was good.

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Janine Jing-Ing

Dec 31, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This property was conveniently located for our recent trip. We had no issues with service. It’s clean and quiet. The free breakfast was nothing remarkable but definitely a perk. Plenty of self parking that wasn’t expensive. The hotel itself could use a few upgrades. Some areas are showing their age and could eventually be updated.

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JOE

Mar 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Property was in a nice area but really showed its age! Outlets were few and far between and the ones they had were so bad we couldn't charge our phones correctly. Lighting was terrible, and the free breakfast was a disgusting free for all! My wife got food poisoning from the turkey sausage! Staff never said hello unless you were checking in or out. We're very disappointed and won't be back!

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Ehsan

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very polite and room was clean but we hear loud noises in our room from some facilities nearby. The breakfast was a good option for traveling with kids but there was no other dining option in walking distance

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Month	Average price
January	$141
February	$157
March	$180
April	$171
May	$184
June	$225
July	$253
August	$204
September	$158
October	$162
November	$150
December	$147

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14 $135	15 $144	16 $155	17 $146	18 $188	19 $213
20 $125	21 $140	22 $150	23 $151	24 $154	25 $190	26 $198
27 $133	28 $151	29 $163	30 $162

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $166	2 $211	3 $217
4 $162	5 $194	6 $193	7 $176	8 $170	9	10 $298
11 $203	12 $176	13 $174	14 $178	15 $166	16 $203	17 $227
18 $157	19 $166	20 $177	21 $175	22 $168	23 $194	24 $218
25 $148	26 $157	27 $177	28 $166	29 $157	30 $185	31 $184

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Studio, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Hearing Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-In Shower

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