Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out may incur a fee.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details on room accessibility are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located 10.4 miles from Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park and 12.7 miles from Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park. The nearest major airport is Gainesville Regional Airport, approximately 20.6 miles away.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor heated pool available, with access from 6 AM to 10 PM.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 5 children aged 18 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of USD 10.00 per day. Advance request is required for rollaway beds.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua

Average nightly price at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$110
February	$130
March	$153
April	$155
May	$175
June	$131
July	$115
August	$132
September	$122
October	$141
November	$142
December	$112

What guests think

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG, travelers consistently highlight very friendly service, clean and comfortable modern rooms, and a convenient location near I-75 and local springs.

Many also mention a quiet environment and pet friendly policies, with an overall sense of safety. Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, though a minority report damp or pet odors, noisy or ineffective AC, and occasional shower or fridge issues. Facilities feedback is mixed: breakfast is widely liked, but the pool or hot tub are sometimes dirty or closed, parking can be tight, and the single elevator causes waits. Expect a convenient, comfortable stop with standout staff and occasional maintenance or capacity tradeoffs.

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Facilities

Modern property features include a patio/fire pit, pool/hot tub and fitness/business areas. However, the single elevator and limited parking create bottlenecks, and several reviews note pool or hot tub closures plus cleanliness or jet issues.

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Ruiying

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Excellent property to stay at for a family vacation. The breakfast was excellent. The room was clean. We also enjoyed the pool and gym room.

8

Arnold

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is safe and conveniently located but parking is limited due to oversized vehicles (trucks with trailers, u-hauls, storage containers) taking up multiple parking spaces.

8

STEVEN

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the free breakfast & coffee. It was good. I liked the patio area with the propane fire pit & sitting area. I didn't like the dirty, Cold Pool, and the Hot Tub also was NOT working and it was dirty and disgusting.

10

Gregory

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely outdoor area even had a barbecue. The business desk was also neat although I did not use it and breakfast was quite good.

4

Eric

Sep 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pool was very dirty had no chlorine, had yellowing and black algae growing in it. (Disgusting) The pool deck paver area was dirty and dead leaves needed blowing off. Elevator smelled of urine and was dingy. The toilet in our room was loose on mounting brackets and had escaping sewer gases. There were homeless and vagabonds living in the woods around hotel area, with little police presence.

10

ROBERT

Mar 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel appeared rather new and fresh. Room was comfortable, however I booked a suite and was not told it was unavailable until after check in. They did promise a partial refund, which I felt was fair, but I have not yet seen the refund. Breakfast was decent. Pool and hot tub were unexplainedly closed for the evening we were there.

8

Eric

Aug 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One glaring disappointment about this property... they only have ONE elevator, so everybody checking out at the same time as well as the housekeeping staff trying to move from floor to floor with one elevator for a hotel of the size is ridiculous. Every guest that I encountered was talking about it as well as some of the staff.

10

Elizabeth

Jan 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This property is clean, quiet, convenient from I 75. Eric, the manager, was professional and gave us a great King suite room. The pool is clean and the fitness room well stocked with machines. Just a great spot and value. Pick this one.

10

Brian

Feb 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No parking . To many trucks with trailers

10

Leslie

Apr 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I would definitely stay here again. Nice size rooms, clean. Only issue is that there was only one elevator, which does get slow during checkout times.

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Cleanliness

Most guests find rooms and common areas very clean, but recurring complaints mention sticky or dirty floors, pet or musty odors, and occasional lapses like unchanged linens or a pest sighting.

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Michelle

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sheets were not changed, smelled like BO. Towles were wet, not fresh. Room didn't smell right

8

April

Mar 21, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Cockroach in room and walls dirty

6

LUZ

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room smells to a dog

8

Esther

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall ok. Bathroom had not been mopped. Dried urine on the floor in front of the toilet . I had disinfected wipes in the SUV or we would have asked for another room

8

TANA

Nov 4, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I don't generally like to give hotel reviews because I KNOW my bar is probably unreachable. So, keep that in mind. I also know the cleaners are working on a time limit per room. I truly think they probably do as much as time allows. The hotel itself seemed very clean. Pool and outside was very well maintained. Eating area was exceptionally clean and presentation was beautiful. Food was cooked perfectly. Staff was very professional! Five stars in that area. Upon entering the room it was very pleasant to look at. It didn't have a bad odor at all. HOWEVER, it definitely needed some deeper and overall cleaning. Wall next to the toilet had some kind of "splatters". And all the baseboards were gross. The shower floor and grout looked like it was no longer able to get clean (permanently stained, needed regrouting). Kleenex box had not been cleaned in a while (not just dust from kleenex fibers) Walls in entry and kitchen had several splatters on them. But the fridge and microwave (including the counter areas) needed more detailed cleaning. TV screen had ALOT of obvious greasy handprints. Headboards appeared clean. Sheets and covers seemed clean. No obvious stains. I felt like they were clean. Drawers were definitely NOT wiped out. Carpet wasn't gross. SO, seeing as we were there for my husbands surgery and it was a home game weekend I just broke out my gloves and Clorox wipes, sanitizing spray and wiped EVERYTHING down. Always wore flip flops. Could've definitely been cleaner

10

Rosemary

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and staff very friendly

10

Domingo

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Its the most clean hotel in the area

10

Jonathan

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff and the entire hotel was so clean.

6

gayatri

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful property staff but rooms need to be cleaned better it was very dusty

4

JENNIFER

Nov 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

There was no room cleaning service or clean towel service for a three day two night stay.

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Rooms

Rooms are modern, spacious and quiet with very comfortable beds. Some guests experienced damp or pet odors, inconsistent AC performance/noise, and minor maintenance issues such as loose shower heads or noisy fridges.

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10

Beatriz

May 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really beautiful grounds. Felt safe. Lots of pretty plant beds. Nice big airy breakfast area, nice families. Good food. No potatoes but they had scrambled eggs and sausage, also oramge juice, fresh fruit, and hardboiled eggs. Suite was huge and clean. Nice clean bathroom. Plenty of space. Only problem was the fridge made a terrible noise all night. But other than that, it was a wonderful hotel.

10

Katherine

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a lovely stay. Rooms were large and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.

6

Joy

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The shower head has great water pressure and very hot water, needed after a long day of work outside. The AC unit was terrible, the wall thermostat is not a real working one, not sure why it's even there. The window unit was very loud (rattles and makes a high-pitched humming when not blowing), vent very dirty and it only turns one for 1 minute then shuts off for 1 hour, then it turns on again for 1 min. Very disappointing, got no sleep. I think that is ridiculous for paying almost $300.00 for one night. With no proper AC, time to upgrade or fix it.

8

Juanita

Jul 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My only complaint is the AC didn’t work properly. The room, linens and our clothes felt damp all the time. I told the front desk and she said she would report it.

10

Christin

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect room for our family of 6. With 2 queen beds and a pull out couch bed, everyone had a place to sleep. It was comfortable and clean.

10

Ariane

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great atmosphere, service and rooms are a great size. Hotel is quiet (peaceful).

10

Thais

Mar 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The building is new and fresh. The rooms are very comfortable and the bathrooms are very spacious!

8

Peter

Sep 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was excellent except only one thing. I had a king sized bed which looked delightful. The side most common to sleep on was the right side near the phone and light. The mattress was broken, had a huge dent from the bodies sleeping in the same spot. I had to got to the other side . Probably too soft of a bed in general. Firm should support better. This mattress is beat.

10

Leslie

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Kids and I loved the comfortable beds and the black out blinds. We were able to get a great night sllep. AC was quite and not like other places that would wake you up each time it kicked on. Breakfast was also very good and check in/out was the easiest Ive ever had.. Holiday Inn Express is the perfect place to stay at everytime we leave home and will recommend to ALL my family and friends.

10

Amanda

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were great and nicely put together with decorations and style.

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Service

Service is consistently described as welcoming, helpful and efficient, with staff accommodating requests and resolving issues. A few guests mention uneven training or an unfriendly interaction.

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Kathryn

Jun 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When we arrived, the room assigned A/C didn’t work. Michelle, the assistant general manager worked to get us another room as the hotel appeared to be full. We were grateful for her patience and professionalism while being very courteous. Thank you Michelle:)

10

Manie

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room with comfy beds. Very friendly staff literally ever employee greeted us ever time we passed each other.

10

Richard

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff here are out of this world friendly. The staff who checked us in were fantastic and we even talked about how great they were later in the night . Then while we’re checking out at 630 am the man there was just as nice as the first two ladies . Never had such a great experience when it comes to friendliness.

10

Darrell

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was great. Room was great. Everything worked well. It was nice and clean. Friendly checkout.

10

Debra

Sep 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent property! We stayed during the power out time from hurricane Idalia. The hotel is pet friendly and due to the emergency circumstances we were not charged the fee pet. Front staff was very accommodating and welcoming. An issue with the tv remote was immediately addressed and fixed. This a the hotel I recommend to family and friends when they come to visit and it has been consistently an excellent choice.

10

Kay

Apr 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We actually enjoyed staying at this particular hotel. The guest service gave us an excellent local restaurant recommendation. The beds and linens were soft and comfortable. The lobby area was welcoming. Everything was extremely clean.

10

Lindsey

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very friendly and helpful.

10

Lesley

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Last minute stay and the front desk was very helpful! The hotel was very clean, staff was friendly. We felt safe and the breakfast was fantastic.

10

Elisa

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff was very friendly, accommodating and efficient, from checkin, to maintenance, housekeeping and breakfast staff. Breakfast was wonderful. The staff were always there to answer questions, constantly ensuring everything was full. Shout out to Kitty

10

Herbert

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel staff was very pleasant and went out of their way to say hello. Breakfast was good.

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Location

Convenient off I-75 with Publix and dining nearby, and handy for Ginnie Springs, UF and area attractions. Many mention a quiet, safe feel.

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Pat

Jun 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel close to uf

10

Brittany

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access to neighboring sites, clean location and friendly service

10

Theatheola

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Trusted brand in a convenient location near major interstate and quick eating options.

10

Susan

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place just off I-75. Clean, easy check-in and bed was comfortable.

10

Robert

Nov 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Walking distance to grocery store and restaurant was short.

10

Amneris or Herman

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Overall this facility exceeded our expectations. Firstly, everything was clean and orderly. Secondly, the employees were helpful and friendly. Lastly, we were able to bring our small dog and although pets are accepted, the facility does not have run down smell. The location is perfect with the Publix conveniently located next door.

10

christina

Feb 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was at a great location. Off the highway, 20-25 mins to local springs and convenient with local food places. Price was reasonable during the time I went and being last min planning same day booking.

10

Jenn Lamb

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Will definitely stay here again soon! Beautiful and convenient. So close to the Springs, restaurants and groceries! 10 out of 10! The staff was friendly as well!

10

Katherine

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location and very clean

10

Charlotte

Jan 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

New, clean hotel in convenient location in Alachua near I75. Easy checkin, friendly staff. Very comfortable beds. Second time we’ve stayed here and will definitely be back.

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Dining

Breakfast is widely praised for variety and freshness (cinnamon rolls, pancake maker) and friendly attendants. Some guests wanted more healthy options, noted occasional restocking delays, or found the menu repetitive.

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mary

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This property is EXCELLENT to stay at. The breakfast is great and the ladies who take care of the items are SUPER friendly and everything is kept fresh! We always try to stay at this properly when we visit UF. The location is great and it is easy on and easy off to Interstate 75. The rooms are clean and very kept up. The staff is also very friendly.

10

Keith

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was awesome. Very good choices.

10

Charmaine

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Every thing was up to a Holiday Inn Express Standard until construction started in my hallway outside my door at 7:30 am. Stopped after a few minutes and started again at 8:30. We run businesses and don’t really understand this thinking… the hotel was not full. Why would you not re-carpet one floor at a time and put all guests on the other floors. Anyways… everything else was fine ! In a week or so when the Reno’s are done it should be back to normal 👍 A little farther from the highway, which was one reason why we chose it . So that I could sleep in …. lol Husband says that Breakfast was good average and seating was comfortable. Coffee was sub par .

10

Elizabeth

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, friendly check in. Good hot breakfast and signature cinnamon rolls. Would stay here again.

10

JOSUE

Aug 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I like how new and clean it is. I just wish they had more of a jot breakfast variety. Every other day is the previous menu i had before. Overall i still enjoy the breakfast.

10

stephen

Aug 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was clean and comfortable. The included breakfast was definitely above-average for this type of hotel. Fresh fruit, hot cinnamon rolls, plentiful and refilled throughout a sold-out weekend. We got there late Friday night and the desk manager filled a c oupld of requests quickly and pleasantly. Only identified negative was a single elevator, which made for a few lengthy waits.

10

Renee

Jan 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

great property! great Breakfast!

10

Ivon

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We really like the hotel, it’s very nice. Breakfast could be better, not many healthy selections, but I would definitely recommend the hotel.

8

Kayla

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stop to stay for the night while passing through. Clean rooms and bathrooms, decent breakfast. The lady maintaining breakfast seemed easily overwhelmed with it all and couldn’t keep up with breakfast for people. That was the only downside was her seeming exasperated with the whole breakfast duty but the hotel was clean and front desk was nice and helpful. I’d stay again.

10

Herbert

Dec 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel staff was very pleasant and went out of their way to say hello. Breakfast was good.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $108	2 $109	3 $112
4 $104	5 $104	6 $104	7 $121	8 $104	9 $398	10 $415
11 $104	12 $138	13 $121	14 $143	15 $169	16	17
18 $138	19 $117	20 $117	21 $109	22 $121	23 $212	24
25 $113	26 $105	27 $109	28 $109	29 $105	30 $204	31 $204

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Transfer Shower)

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Transfer Shower)

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

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