Name: Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection
Address: 1255 North Palm Avenue, Downtown Sarasota, Sarasota, Florida, United States of America, Sarasota, Florida, US
Price range: US$152–US$376 per night
Rating: 9.08

What guests think

Reviews of Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection highlight a walkable downtown location, friendly staff, and a lively rooftop pool and bar, with extras like a beach shuttle, while recurring gripes include pricey valet and destination fees plus occasional elevator issues.

Rooms are comfortable with artistic decor, though several guests mention noise from neighbors or music and some wear like damaged headboards or broken fixtures. Most find the hotel clean, but maintenance hiccups such as water damage or caulking odors do appear. Dining feedback is mixed—some praise breakfast and the on‑site restaurant, while others report inconsistent or expensive drinks, slow service, or misleading breakfast vouchers. Overall, expect a stylish, amenity‑rich stay with vibrant social spaces and a few trade‑offs around fees, noise, and occasional upkeep.

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Facilities

Standouts include the lively rooftop pool/bar and a convenient beach shuttle with chairs and umbrellas; guests also liked borrowing bikes. Common drawbacks are expensive valet and destination fees, periodic elevator outages, and occasional loud or restricted pool access.

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Ashley

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My review of 2 stars was not a reflection of the service or the hotel itself. It’s for charging $40 for valet and a $28 host fee. These charges are way too excessive

8

Svetlana

19 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

In general, almost everything in the hotel was at a decent level, with the exception of the elevators. Only one elevator worked all these days and this wait was very annoying.

10

Janet

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location and wonderful customer service. The staff were extremely friendly & helpful. The rooftop pool & lounge had a great vibe with great drinks

10

Jessica L

18 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location and hotel. Very convenient to many restaurants, shops, and theater. Lovely rooftop pool and bar.

8

James

1 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Elevator only one worked during our stay. Room a/c was noisy.

10

JAN

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Love the hotel, good coffee in room and swimming in the rooftop pool. Nice bar and restaurant. Be prepared to pay $39 to park and a LOT of resort fees though. Check that total before thinking it is a good deal.

10

Barry

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Nice vibe. Beach chairs and cooler available for beach day.

10

Jerry

20 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely Hott. Allen was great shuttle diver. Free bikes, water, shuttle service with hotel fee. Will come again!!

6

ELIZABETH

7 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Options to park were not offered. Only one elevator the entire stay. Difficulty with pool access due to private events. Very loud music too late into the night.

10

IRYNA

5 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing, very helpful and friendly staff; shuttle to the beach with chairs, umbrella and towels is the best thing with kids. Bathroom amenities are divine. Walkable distance to all restaurants and cafes. Best location and very clean place to stay with valet parking. We are coming back.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews describe the hotel and rooms as clean, with housekeeping generally solid. However, several note wear and maintenance issues such as damaged headboards, stains or water damage, broken blinds, and a few bathroom design concerns.

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Steven

20 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel, very clean, close to great resturants. Valet, Sebastian, was outstanding - very helpful with everything including local information. Beds were okay - pillows were terrible. Shower floor was very slick when wet - one of the worst I've encountered. And NO grab bars anywhere in the shower.

10

Jocelyn

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel, clean

8

joanne

18 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately our room had new caulking in the shower which had a strong odor and both headboards were quite damaged and not inviting to see Otherwise this is a beautiful hotel

10

Simon

11 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel, very clean and tidy. The room is excellent, the pool is great. They have a musical atmosphere and it's super relaxing

8

Clark

10 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel, great vibe/concept. Property, especially rooms are tired and could use moderate refresh but it’s a good hotel value and by no means terrible.

4

Jeff

6 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is the second tim win two weeks we have stayed. The first visite had problems and this visite had more. The toilet did not work as well as the shower. Instead of offering a new room, they sent maintenance to repair. Never was repaired! Towels were worn and thinning. Water damage in shower ceiling which was not repaired. Very disappointed in the property as it could have so much to offer!

10

Elaine

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and very chic. Loved our stay!

8

John

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay overall. Staff was great and it was convenient to shops and restaurants. The only exceptions were that our water pressure was terrible and our blackout curtain was broken in our room.

10

Frederick

5 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was very nice and clean. We would definitely stay here again.

6

Natale

25 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Disappointed-stains on the floors throughout carpets, no where to hang your towels, (bathroom very disappointing), charged for water, charged for the robes, no glasses to drink water in the room. It wasn’t a user friendly room at all.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and artful, with many finding them spacious and well appointed. Recurrent downsides include thin soundproofing or noisy AC, plus occasional upkeep issues like worn headboards or faulty fixtures.

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Marggie

24 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I've been in this hotel before, however I noticed some details such the furniture doesn't look new anymore, same as shower and bedroom. I really dislike the fact that every time the air conditioner started, it sounded like airplane turbine. It was very lound.

10

Darlene

3 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice hotel in a great area. Lots of nice restaurants and shops within walking distance. Comfortable bed and plenty of space in our room. We loved all of the art in the hotel and enjoyed a drink at the rooftop bar. Valet was quick whenever we requested our car. One suggestion is that they upgrade their toilet paper, amenities were nice except for that.

10

David

29 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful stay for so many reasons. The comfortable spacious rooms, delicious breakfast, rooftop pool and bar combined with the helpful staff all makes this the best value in Sarasota!

8

Jose Miguel

27 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect located small resort. Nicely decorated. Good rooms, clean and modern. I prefer taller high floor rooms but we were said that king size bed rooms are only on the 3rd floor. The facility has no charger for electric cars, and you need to use the city charger across the street (3 to 6 kw/hour, limited to 4 hours and not available 6 am to 10 am, so not very convenient)

8

Jean

1 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel, and excellant staff. Freindly and helpful. Only reason not completely satisfied as we had two women in the room by ours, that we could clearly hear…

8

John

25 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay overall. Staff was great and it was convenient to shops and restaurants. The only exceptions were that our water pressure was terrible and our blackout curtain was broken in our room.

8

Jeff

30 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Check in was complicated and took too much time. Rooms are very comfortable and clean but no soundproofing as we heard upstairs conversations!

8

dawn

21 Nov 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

It’s a clean functional hotel in downtown Sarasota location is good. Roof pool is fine it’s just a shame the reception areas are so soulless . As are the bedrooms just functional but bland and with ugly black bathroom furniture

8

Latikka

7 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The welcome drinks are the best. However, maintenance is needed on the headboards as they are aging and may soon need replacing. Otherwise, I love this hotel.

10

andrea

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a very loud room you can hear when people slam doors you can hear people talking next-door or the TV. Otherwise it’s really nice. It could improve with a few new things.

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Service

Service is a strong point, with frequent praise for friendly, professional staff across the front desk, valet, and shuttle teams. A few report inconsistencies such as slow bar service, unhelpful responses, or staffing gaps.

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JASON A

29 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really enjoyable hotel. We were there for a funeral. All of the staff were absolutely amazing. I need to give a shout out to Inkar Zakariadze. She is the assistant Director of the front office. She went above and beyond normal expectations. I hope that the Art Ovation management will recognize her outstanding performance. We have stayed at the Westin, the Hyatt, Embassy suites. And this is by far the best hotel we’ve stayed at. Thank you!

10

Troy

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We thought the staff was exceptionally friendly and the hotel accommodations, from the shuttle to the chairs and towels for the beach were great. We will return.

6

Robert

17 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Negatives: Did not offer assistance taking bags to room even though we were visibly struggling at check in with bags and drinks. Ordered breakfast with coffee but no coffee arrived. Breakfast had English muffins but no butter or jam. They supplied mustard and ketchup instead. Called back to get coffee butter and jam. No butter and coffee was Luke warm. Ordered beer poolside but could not charge it to room so had to do without. Not enough shade on rooftop. Long wait for drinks at lobby bar. Appears to be a coffee bar near elevators in lobby but not told about it. Wear markings on vinyl bed headboard. Severe water damage on fridge cabinet. Bottom line is expected much better for such an expensive stay. Positives: Nice surprise with champagne and chocolate for anniversary. Fast and good maid service

10

Brian

13 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice hotel - great staff and service, speedy check-in, good food on premises. Enjoyed my stay very much!

10

Janet

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location and wonderful customer service. The staff were extremely friendly & helpful. The rooftop pool & lounge had a great vibe with great drinks

10

Sylvana

26 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and nice hotel. Staff was friendly and accommodating

10

Mark

23 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Cannot recall having a better hotel experience. From the front desk to the valets to the shuttle driver, all were outstanding.

8

Katherine

5 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved everything about this hotel except for one interaction with staff. Our friends had a wedding in the evening, and afterwards just four of us went back to the room for cake. We were all talking, but no yelling or loud music. We had a bang on the door and a rude staff member telling us to be quiet or they would call the cops on us. Our newly wed friends had to leave our room because apparently talking is not allowed past a certain hour at night. I found this approach to be unnecessarily aggressive. There are much better ways to go about asking someone to keep it down. I was very disappointed with that experience.

10

James

4 Oct 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Repeat customer- I will repeat again- Great location. Very nice staff that work really hard but I have to say it seems like they are 1 person short between the front desk, the shop and valet parking.

10

Raquel

17 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was knowledgeable and friendly-Alfred at the front is a gem! The hotel is clean and close to restaurants and in the middle of the art district. The rooftop bar is great and has the best view of Sarasota. The bed was comfortable, and toiletries were high quality. The art displayed in the lobby is something to see, and there was live music there as well. This was a definite hit, and we will gladly return!

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Location

Excellent downtown setting that is walkable to restaurants, shops, theaters, and the waterfront; many found it convenient for exploring Sarasota. Several also appreciated access to St. Armands and beach areas via shuttle.

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Robert

30 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

In the heart of the performing arts area. Many cafes within a short distance. Comfortable, clean and accommodating.

10

Suzanne

30 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful location in neighborhood with restaurants, shops and theatre.a few blocks to the intracoastal and parks.

10

Suzanne

19 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This modern comfortable hotel is in a sensational setting in a walkable neighborhood with art, performance theatres, restaurants and shopping within easy walking distance.

10

Clifton

5 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is nestled right in the heart of downtown Sarasota surrounded by boutiques and eateries.

10

Susan

26 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a lovely central locations to stay in beautiful Sarasota. Rooms were very nice, clean, well stocked. Valet drivers were very friendly and the food was pleasantly delicious.

10

Antonio

12 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is very nice. The staff is very attentive. It is in a great location.

10

Jessica L

18 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location and hotel. Very convenient to many restaurants, shops, and theater. Lovely rooftop pool and bar.

10

Kei

28 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel, great bars and restaurants all around. Very walkable. Would stay here again.

10

Martin

26 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location within walking distance of many restaurants, art galleries. Free shuttle service. High quality amenities and friendly staff.

10

IRYNA

5 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing, very helpful and friendly staff; shuttle to the beach with chairs, umbrella and towels is the best thing with kids. Bathroom amenities are divine. Walkable distance to all restaurants and cafes. Best location and very clean place to stay with valet parking. We are coming back.

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Dining

Feedback varies: guests compliment breakfast and the on‑site Mediterranean restaurant, and some enjoy drinks. Others mention weak or expensive coffee, inconsistent cocktails, slow service, early bar closings, or confusion with breakfast vouchers; one review cites food illness.

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Vivian

7 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel and well trained and courteous staff. Drinks at pool bar were excellent as was the view. Pool bar food left a lot to be desired. Didn’t try main restaurant. Liked Buddy Dog for coffee and quiches right next to the facility.

10

William

17 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and great people. Food offerings not great and the bars close early However it’s a fine hotel in a great downtown location. If your going to the theatre or opera it’s the best.

10

David

29 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful stay for so many reasons. The comfortable spacious rooms, delicious breakfast, rooftop pool and bar combined with the helpful staff all makes this the best value in Sarasota!

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marguerite

10 Feb 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

first night eating at your hotel I got terrible food poisoning that kept me up for nine hours. Manager of restaurant called and told me he was sorry about that....that was it. I'll never stay here again, the cook obviously served food that was rancid

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Sylvia

9 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We love our 2 night stay at this property. Room was nicely decorated and very spacious and comfortable. Staff at reception was friendly and gift shop was ver well stocked, convenient and well priced. Unfortunately the rooftop bar was disappointing. Cocktails were pre mixed and watered down. Appetizer order took over one hour. When we asked about it we were told that we should been told kitchen would take 35 mins to bring out, and witching 5 mins tue table next to ours who had just sat down received their order in less that 15 mins. The waitress then came by to verify our order which turns out she never put thru “miscommunication” with the kitchen…. We were served within 10 mins. Did not appreciate the misinformation. She waive our drink charges but damage already done. Don’t go for drinks or food upstairs - order beers.

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marcie

29 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone was really friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful property. The rooms are nice and art everywhere is so cool. Only one improvement would be stronger coffee as it was super weak and bland but expensive!

10

David

27 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

An elegant and hip modern hotel, with an upscale vibe, in the center of downtown, and close to everything. The top floor bar offers excellent service and great views of the city.

10

Rosa

1 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast voucher was applied towards purchase. Was misleading that breakfast was included when you purchased the voucher.

10

Kathleen

14 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was genuinely nice and helpful. The Mediterranean restaurant in the hotel was exceptional. Such a lovely surprise!

8

Roberta

17 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The Hotel was lovely and in a great area. The rooms were clean and beds were comfy. We ate two meals there and were both great . The cocktails from the main bar were disapointing.. Did not have ingredients for the specialty drinks. The pool and pool bar were great. everyone was friendly . I would stay there again but I think if you have speciality drink you better have the ingredients,

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Month	Average price
January	US$344
February	US$461
March	US$478
April	US$364
May	US$253
June	US$264
July	US$205
August	US$180
September	US$160
October	US$223
November	US$257
December	US$251

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $256	17 $175	18 $224	19 $211
20 $158	21 $152	22 $172	23 $169	24 $171	25 $222	26 $204
27 $153	28 $171	29 $168	30 $175

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $197	2 $306	3 $287
4 $239	5	6 $255	7 $283	8 $269	9 $376	10 $376
11 $192	12 $221	13 $347	14 $250	15 $232	16 $291	17 $291
18 $183	19 $197	20 $251	21 $284	22 $251	23 $355	24 $315
25 $192	26 $200	27 $221	28 $218	29 $214	30 $275	31 $269

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, City View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, City View (Hearing Accessible)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed (View)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (High Floor)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Hearing Accessible)

Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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