Name: The Herondale Hotel
Address: 5366 Leif Erickson Dr, Astoria, Oregon, United States of America, Astoria, Oregon, US
Price range: $162–$428 per night
Rating: 8.3

What guests think

Astoria Crest Hotel draws guests for its sweeping Columbia River views and quiet hilltop setting just outside town, with friendly service and a popular outdoor hot tub, though room comfort and layouts vary by building and type.

Many mention clean rooms and well-kept grounds with patios and fire pits that frame the river and sunsets. Recurring downsides include very soft or sagging mattresses, dated furnishings and layouts (including some small or oddly arranged bathrooms), thin walls, and no air conditioning that can leave certain rooms warm on hot days. Overall, expect a simple, older motel-style stay best suited to travellers who value the setting over in-room frills.

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Facilities

Outdoor spaces and amenities are a highlight: a hillside setting with patios, fire pits, and an outdoor hot tub overlooking the river; parking is easy, and the property is pet-friendly. Occasional reports note hot-tub closures or crowding.

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patty

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our stay here. Most of the rooms including ours have a great view of the river. We watched the pilot boats assisting the ships. Everything in our room was clean and in working order. Enjoyed the outdoor hot tub and the breakfast. We will come again.

8

Madelyn

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Lots of outdoor seating areas and a little fire pit.

10

Kimberlee

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolute gem!!! Best view, great hot tub, fire pits and outdoor patio. Rooms are dated but very clean. Would absolutely recommend

10

Kylie

Apr 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I stayed for 2 nights, the views were stunning. Hot tub was the perfect temperature and the breakfast was very convenient. I will definitely stay again.

10

Purboday

Apr 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a wonderful experience! Nothing fancy, just a nice clean motel with gorgeous views, plus they have a hot tub! Really the views make it worth it! Definitely recommend!

10

Rhonda

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The view is outstanding. The outdoor hot tub is amazing. The room furnishings could use an upgrade

10

Renee

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff with easy check in. My kids and husband enjoyed the nice view of the bay from the hot tub. We also enjoyed the breakfast. Very clean and safe. We would stay at this hotel again.

8

A

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

clean rooms and hot tub

10

Sabrina

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The view is delightful from the outdoor hot tub

10

Dermot

Sep 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the views and amenities; hot tub and breakfast

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Cleanliness

Most guests report clean rooms and tidy grounds. A minority mention odors, stained linens, or missed housekeeping details.

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Aaron

Jul 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The shower drain is clogged, you stand in 1 to 2 inches of water. The sink show sign of not cleaning well.

6

Mitchell

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful location but the property is dilapidated. Sheets had stains on them and the bathroom smelled like mildew. Hot tub was nice and the views made the dinginess tolerable. If the owners put some money into this place they would have an amazing facility.

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Camille

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property and view are nice, but I paid $266.00 for one night for a bad smelling room. I actually had to go to the store and get a scented candle. I understand they are pet friendly rooms, but they are terribly outdated. I was also charged a $25 per pet fee that I was not expecting because their website says its $15. When I asked them why I was charged $25, they said that was the fee and were not willing to honor what their website says. I've stayed there a few times and until now have always been happy. The view is great, but there are less expensive hotels with views that are equally impressive and hopefully better customer service.

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marylou

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

room was dirty beds were junk

10

Patricia

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable clean room with a beautiful view. Decent breakfast. Would stay here again.

10

Alexandru

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Outdated motel, but very clean and welcoming. The views of the boats and barges on Columbia River and of the sunsets were amazing. The staff were very nice and responsive to all of our needs.

10

Mathew

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was my second time staying here. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The room was clean. The view was great.

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Barbara

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The view is lovely and staff was nice. But our room was so, so very tired. Old, dirty carpet and bedding. Housekeeping left no soap for the bath. But most of all, the room smelled terrible.

10

Carma

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was very clean, the view was amazing and the staff was super nice.

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Janet

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The view from our room was absolutely stunning. Very clean and quiet. Staff was very accommodating and polite. I will definitely be back.

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated, with many reports of very soft or sagging mattresses; some layouts are compact or unusual, and walls can be thin. Many rooms offer excellent river views, while lack of air conditioning can make warm days uncomfortable.

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Anne

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This motel is straight out of the 60s. Room was very small, furniture was old and tired looking,lighting was poor. Having said that it was clean enough and the view of the Columbia River was spectacular.

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Teresa

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

View is amazing. The room is very simple as a pet friendly room. Only complaint is the mattress was so soft it wasn't comfortable.

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Daniel

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The beds were comfortable, but the room was extremely hot. The outside high temp was mid 70s, but the room was at least 90. At night we even opened the door and all the windows to cool it down. It reached the cool temp of outside, but less than 2 hours later was roasting.

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Scott

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved our last stay here when we had a second story room. Our room this time around was super weird, where the entryway was also the bathroom, andour "view" was mostly bushes. Would still recommend with the caveat that you should ask for a second story room with a view and confirm that your toilet and shower are encased in an actual bathroom.

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Ovidio

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Beautiful view. Walls are thin. People are really nice!

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Angela

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was ok. The beds were way too soft, they dipped in the middle. Location was convenient but not close to anything. It was pretty quiet except when people are packing up early and the doors are slamming

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Jeffrey

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great view! Some Hwy noise. And sorry, but the bed was SO soft. We have never encountered a matress this soft at a motel.

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Svetlana

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

What was unique to our room? A toilet next to the entrance door without any kind of door to cover it

8

Jake

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location outside of town with a nice view of the Columbia River. The room didn’t have AC so it got hot and humid at night. However, they did provide a fan to help minimize the temperature as much as possible. The breakfast provided was decent and basic. Regardless, I would stay here again.

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Talitha

Aug 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is my husband and mines second stay here, and have always had a positive experience. Though the room we stayed in this time around was extra special! We stayed in the King Suite with a View, and it was beautiful. Very reasonable for what we got: spacious floor space, extra comfy bed, and a great patio with a eye catching view.

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Service

Service is widely described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating. A few guests mention frustrations with early check-in fees, billing or room assignment issues, and occasional inconsistent front-desk experiences.

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William A

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is clean, the views from the room and the property as a whole are fantastic, the staff were polite, friendly, and helpful.

10

Madeline

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Havana, at the front desk did a fantastic job. She helped us so much and was so friendly. The view from this motel is awesome, room was clean and it's nice and quiet. We will be staying there again.

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McKinley

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beds were extremely uncomfortable, very thin walls, could hear everything going on in other rooms, not all lights had working lightbulbs. LOTS of added fees onto the “agreed upon” amount. Also they DOWNGRADED my room without my consent and did not refund the difference. Very difficult to communicate with hotel.

10

Pattie

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great place to stay in Astoria. The view from the room was spectacular. The staff was helpful and friendly. Will go back for sure.

10

Samantha

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Absolutely beautiful view!!! Loved watching the sunset over the water. Perfect room for a family. Staff were incredibly nice and helpful! We will definitely be back.

10

Henry

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We love this place! Check-in was pleasant with an incredibly friendly staff member. The property is older but well maintained. Astoria is such a clean and welcoming community

10

Paula

Oct 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very attentive and friendly! Room was clean and in order. The furnishings were older but the price was great and I was looking for a clean, inexpensive place to stay and this covered both!

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Patricia

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Worst customer service experience I have had at a hotel. Staff member was rude. Complained to the manger and she was even worse. We will never stay at the hotel again. So many other choices in Astoria to stay where you are treated with respect. We have stayed her numerous times before. The property is really run down and clearly the quality of staff has declined too

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Nathan

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great as far as service and cleanliness, the lady at the front desk was wonderful, but when I checked in I checked in early and had to pay a fee even though the room was quote, “all ready to go.” So it makes no sense why I would need to pay more for I room I’ve already paid for. The policy also did not allow people to access their room early even if it was ready and had been paid for. Pretty silly stretch for 25 more bucks. I would recommend letting people access their rooms if it is cleaned and ready and has been booked and paid for In advance even if it is before the exact check in time.

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lisa

Nov 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Im a return customer. This time check in customer service lacked could have been friendlier. One of my favorite places to stay but this time kind of disappointed with staff. Checking out was not quick. I filled my cocoa and waiting for staff patiently until after 10 minutes with them talking to coworkers in office area.

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Location

Scenic hilltop location a short drive from downtown and the Riverwalk, generally quiet but near the highway; most activities and dining require a car. Some guests note tricky access or traffic noise in certain rooms.

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Teru

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property sits on a hill at east end of the 5 mile river walk . Its about 2 blocks to get to trail. Great way to explore the town , if your into walking.

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Elizabeth

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The view is spectacular! Pet friendly and you can walk your dog straight from the hotel down to the river walk. You have ro drive to shopping and dinning area.

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Marilyn

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Access to get to the motel not very good

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Ssndra

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I loved the location, away from the main tourist area and up on a bluff overlooking the river and barge traffic. There’s a nice trail that I took that goes into town if you want to go that far.

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Dakota

Aug 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was in a good location with a nice view of the Colombia River and a lot of trees around the property. It is in a quiet location. It was more affordable than other hotels in the area. The units don't have air conditioning. They do provide box fans in each unit though. Astoria doesn't typically get too hot but the rooms can still get kind of warm. The staff was helpful with any questions that I had. It also has a hot tub. They don't have a map or anything in your room that tells you where amentites around the property so you have to find them yourself or ask a staff member. Overall, it was a pleasant stay and I would stay again if I am in Astoria again.

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Brenda

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Just outside of Astoria, this is a quiet spot just off the highway. Stunning views of the Columbia River, I could have sat on my balcony or on the large patio all day.

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Ted

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were on the second floor with a great view of the river. The hotel is right off of the highway but still very quiet, and Astoria is a cool town to explore.

10

Hugh

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We really like this place… again. What a view! Close to town but not in town.

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Richard

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is a very nice location right on the mouth of the Columbia River. The views from the room and common area were wonderful. I met the owner who shared with me his vision to make the Astoria Crest a resort destination.

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Jake

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location outside of town with a nice view of the Columbia River. The room didn’t have AC so it got hot and humid at night. However, they did provide a fan to help minimize the temperature as much as possible. The breakfast provided was decent and basic. Regardless, I would stay here again.

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Dining

Continental breakfast with waffles, yogurt, cereals, and pastries is commonly praised and convenient, though some call it basic or the coffee weak.

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Amber

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We've stayed before and will stay again. The view of the river is great! The hot tub is fun to soak in when the sun goes down. There is a walking trail along the river a few mins away from the hotel. Dog friendly rooms. Good continental breakfast. There are a ton of good restaurants in town. We recommend the Astoria Brewery & Geno's!

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patty

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our stay here. Most of the rooms including ours have a great view of the river. We watched the pilot boats assisting the ships. Everything in our room was clean and in working order. Enjoyed the outdoor hot tub and the breakfast. We will come again.

10

Ray

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room (and continental breakfast) were basic, but enjoyable.

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Carolyn

Feb 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is great! Breakfast very good! View is amazing!

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Teresa

Feb 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very poor to average breakfast. Weak coffee. Cold room and floors. Very soft lumpy bed without real blankets. Lovely view

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Vince

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great view and breakfast!

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John

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A clean room and basic amenities provided. The breakfast was fine. The desk clerk is the evening was fabulous. The outdoor spa was awesome! As well as the views of the Columbia from the property. I would certainly stay there again when in Astoria.

10

Carla

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We loved it. The breakfasts were amazing, the views and hot tub were perfect. We'll be coming back again for sure!

10

Renee

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff with easy check in. My kids and husband enjoyed the nice view of the bay from the hot tub. We also enjoyed the breakfast. Very clean and safe. We would stay at this hotel again.

10

Ruth

Aug 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy parking and good breakfast selection. The view out over the river was fantastic and we were in quiet surroundings.

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Month	Average price
January	$120
February	$123
March	$163
April	$202
May	$186
June	$207
July	$263
August	$295
September	$151
October	$166
November	$121
December	$107

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $197	16 $196	17 $244	18 $333	19 $428
20 $250	21 $260	22 $342	23 $290	24 $339	25 $319	26 $315
27 $184	28 $235	29 $323	30 $295

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $256	2 $248	3 $278
4 $220	5 $287	6 $284	7 $286	8 $297	9	10
11 $243	12 $267	13 $286	14 $274	15 $258	16 $315	17 $269
18 $177	19 $286	20 $277	21 $271	22 $239	23 $202	24 $223
25 $162	26 $222	27 $242	28 $224	29 $206	30 $185	31 $174

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Signature River View Double Queen

Garden King Suite

Premier River View King

Premier River View King Suite

Signature River View King

Signature River View Accessible King

Signature River View King Suite

Petite Garden Queen Room

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Very good

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