Name: Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines
Address: 103 Northeast Delaware Avenue, Ankeny, Iowa, United States of America, Ankeny, Iowa, US
Price range: $56–$113 per night
Rating: 7.35

What guests think

At Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines, travellers report a convenient stop just off the interstate, but cleanliness is inconsistent, breakfast is very limited, and the building lacks an elevator, impacting upstairs access.

Service experiences vary, with several praising friendly front-desk help while others cite check-in hassles, unexpected charges or refund disputes, and strict pet rules with added fees. Rooms are often described as updated and decent for the price, though small bathrooms, door or HVAC issues, and assorted maintenance problems appear across multiple stays. Expect a basic, budget stop suited to a quick night if you are comfortable with stairs and simple amenities.

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Facilities

Multiple reviews note there is no elevator, so upstairs rooms require stairs. Fitness amenities appear limited or unavailable at times, and pet policies allow dogs but include per-pet fees and restrictions.

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Dennis

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is an old property that has been updated to some extent. There is no elevator so keep that in mind. The breakfast was nondescriptive.

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Kathleen

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Dirty stinky stairways! Garbage around the building that was not picked up in my three day stay. Pet friendly? - not really!! Additional charges for pets that were not listed on their website, not allowed to leave pets in the room.

8

Sheila

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Looked bad on the outside but the rooms were great. Limited parking. Entrances not secure.

6

Kai

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staying at this location is underwhelming. My room allegedly was configured to be handicap accessible (hard surface floor and accessible bathroom) but was on the second floor. This location does not have an elevator for someone with that need to access that room. Stairs looked like they hadn't been vacuumed in over a week. Breakfast was underwhelming. "Waffles" looked like they were refrigerated Eggo waffles.

4

Jose

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The already clean room upon arrival was not ready. The clean room i received was not much better. Sheets were dirty. "Gym" is a joke. The breakfast was terrible. I didn't expect much but .... i also don't think they have tv service because i couldn't change the channel.

8

Kelly or Bobbie

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good hotel if stay for one night. You carry your luggage upstairs, no elevators. Paint peeling from walls and rusty doorknobs, etc.

6

Clyde

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property to needs to be updated. No computer for guest's business center.

4

Roger

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Under construction

8

Sheila

Jun 24, 2023

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The breakfast was only yogurt, dry cereal and plain donuts. Wasn’t restocked much. The fitness room didn’t appear to be available. I went to the desk 3 times on a Saturday and tried to call them but wasn’t able to reach them.

10

thomas r

May 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is mixed, with recurring reports of stained bedding, dirty floors or bathrooms, odors, and occasional mold, alongside some comments saying rooms were clean. Expect variability between rooms.

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Janessa

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathroom in the room was still dirty with old hair and stuff stuck to the bottom. A few stains on the sheets. Overall not a bad place when you need a bed and shower for a few days. But I feel like I overpaid for what I received.

4

Elaine

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

House keeping never refilled the coffee in the room . The bed sheets had old blood stains on them. There was blood stains on the window covering and on the floor .

4

Leslie

Jul 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

aside from the room not being very clean and the tub clogging, Staff are friendly and there's plenty of parking.

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Lisa

May 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pleasant staff, found another persons clothes full in dresser and hair ties on bathroom floor. So did not make us feel comfortable that the room was cleaned well. Frozen eggo waffles for breakfast.

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Fred

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Dirty floors, stained sheets, bath tube drain clogged, absolutely filthy

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Amanda

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The photos are misleading. VERY dirty facility. Our bathroom was covered in mold

4

Maggie

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was not clean. Stains on the bed, hairs on the bed, as if the bedding wasn’t cleaned at all from the previous stayer. Streaks in the toilet. Floor was sticky. Something spilled next to the bed and it was not cleaned, just wiped up, sticky with hairs stuck in it. I didn’t end up staying.

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Roger

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was not clean, the door to the shower did not latch, and the breakfast only provided so many yogurts, I was too late to get any and I asked.

6

Ezekiel

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The first room we got the bed was dirty and the door wouldn’t shut properly. Luckily the person at the desk put us in a new room. Better room overall. Again the bed had a stain on it again and both rooms had a very unpleasant smell.

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LaShawnda

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This stay was horrible, got to my room and the door was open. I stay for a single night, upon leaving I untuck covers from the side I didn’t sleep on only to discover what looks like a blood stain on the duvet. One of the towels was dirty or possible stained. I mentioned it to check out and he said we will look into it.

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Rooms

Many guests mention remodeled interiors and acceptable comfort for the price. However, bathrooms can be very small or oddly laid out, and maintenance issues like doors not latching, noisy HVAC, or mismatched bed sizes show up across stays.

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Sheree Lee

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, basic, needs updating. First impression is not positive, small lobby. Hall carpet needs replaced. Very basic, utilitarian type room. Okay for a quick sleep on our way to Michigan. Not a lot of offerings for breakfast, but did have good coffee.

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Lee

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room seemed clean enough. The bathroom was the smallest I’ve ever seen. The sink was in the main room and there was no counter space. There was no place to hang a towel while in the shower. The only place to set it was on the toilet….ewwww! Really need to add towel bars to the bathroom. It advertises a hair dryer, but better bring your own. This one was stashed under the sink, not hanging on the wall like all other motels. After you plug it in there’s no place to set it, so it hangs in front of the sink. Then it has only one speed…low. Also, there was no clock in the room. Would be nice to be able to see the time without having to check the phone.

10

Carl

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

From the outside looks older....but room was remodeled and very comfortable. Id stay here again

6

Katee

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room looked remodeled - Beds were really comfortable - Bathroom really nice shower/bathtub looked brand new but no treads so you can fall easily no matter your age and no towel racks or bars in the bathroom/shower. -Sink outside bathroom weird. -Hairdryer is not mounted under the sink -Coffee packets but no coffeemaker -Door catches doesn't close all the way have to really pull it. - Sign on front door saying no vacancy that's ok I had a reservation but I walk in no pleasantries of hi, hello just can I see your driver's license -The lady that checked me in didn't tall me about the free breakfast and where it is or times!! I got this hotel because a lil closer and free breakfast but never got told the times so missed out. - Had to drive around the back to park and the back door has not enough room to try to use your key and open with all your belongings. -Back door is just one BIG step not 2-3 at least -Railing at backdoor going upstairs is not SECURE it is falling off with any weight on it

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Rachael

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our door did not shut easily and the door was unlocked and able to access without a keycard upon arriving at the hotel. The fridge was moldy.

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Donald

Apr 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was obvious that it had been upgraded from what a typical Days Inn was like ten years ago.

8

James

Jan 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were nicely remodeled with convenient spots to put and hang stuff.

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Allan

May 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The shower curtain rod was sagging and loose. The furniture was mediocre and the desk chair returned to the upper position. The HVAC system was noisy and vibrated when it was running.

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John

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was okay. TV was decent sized for a hotel - so that was a nice perk. Sink was small. Bathroom was...small. Bed was comfortable enough. The floor is vinyl or something similar - so seems cold. The parking lot lights were pretty bright. But the room blackout blinds do work. Overall, a decent value. 1 complaint. No protein options at breakfast.

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Kaitlyn

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Booked two queen beds and the beds were the size of fulls. The breakfast is very minimal.

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Service

Staff friendliness is frequently noted, but service is inconsistent due to check-in problems, surprise fees or pre-charges, refund difficulties, and occasional rudeness or poor communication.

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Randi

Sep 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Check in person was not very friendly or lively

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Betsy

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to find and easy access to interstate to leave in the a.m. Evening clerk was very helpful in finding a restaurant and movie theater.

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Tammy

Feb 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My room didn’t have heat so I told the front desk. She called the manager to fix it. He came to the room and told her to give me my money back and that I had to leave. He was mad. I don’t know why. I was very polite about the whole thing

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Cameron

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean rooms. Quick and friendly service. Great location.

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Sharon

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The inside was clean and staff friendly. But outside was sketchy looking and hallway so so. Staff friendly. Room clean.

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Jamie

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and what we needed for a place to sleep between activities. Staff was friendly and helpful. Overall a good deal for the price.

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Mariah

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I reserved this hotel in advance 2 rooms and they were pay at property. When I got to the front seat to check in the lady has told me that it was already paid for. However on my Expedia account it still said pay at property so somehow the hotel charged my card I had on file. And when I explained to her that she can not do that when It is pay at property she told me there was nothing she could do and the manager said the same thing in the morning when I spoke with them. My brother-in-law was actually supposed to pay for one of the rooms on his card and so the told me well he will just have to give you the money back then. So my thing is that they don't understand that they can’t just charger someone’s card without proper authorization. They did not understand this I couldn’t get it through to them I understood my brother in law was going to have to pay us back that was already being sorted out. But they can’t just charge people when they feel like it. It was bull the whole situation I wasn’t planning on using that card for the hotel but I guess whatever we will just never stay there again. Also didn’t help that breakfast there wasn’t kid friendly cereal or different options for them other than a waffle. Then the bedding had stains on it both beds. Shower presser sucked.

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Thomas

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Was told that the internet was down so we were not allowed to check in. Told maybe we could try in four hours. We offered to pay in cash but still couldn’t get our room that was booked through Expedia. We had to find another hotel and we were charged for the night being told it was none refundable.

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JANICE

Jun 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very helpful. Room was clean. Quiet night good sleep. 💤

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Brandy

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Has check in time listed as 2 p.m. on Expedia then tells you 3 when you get there and charge $25 fee to check in early (which I did pay because we needed to get ready) Check out time is 11 a.m. but there they were knocking on the door at 10:35

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Location

Convenient to I-35 with easy on/off access and lots of nearby dining and shopping. A few guests found it hard to find or disliked the immediate surroundings, but most comments highlight practicality for quick stops.

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Bob

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice property that appeared to be well-maintained. The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and the linen was fresh. The area around the hotel is great with plenty of dining and shopping.

10

Betsy

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy to find and easy access to interstate to leave in the a.m. Evening clerk was very helpful in finding a restaurant and movie theater.

10

David

Jan 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quick easy off the freeway, quick check in, lots of area to walk the dog. A great Mexican restaurant next door, o always eat dinner there. A Casey’s fuel stop across the street and I-35 1/4 mile away.

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Cameron

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean rooms. Quick and friendly service. Great location.

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Rene g.

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lots of places to go eat and shop for snacks around the hotel,

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lyle

Apr 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was in town to see family at my niece's birthday party. nice that it is close to an interstate exit and plenty of food outlets nearby including KFC, as well as some convenience stores.

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Eldon

Oct 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Hard to find

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Cindy

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was well lit in the parking lot. I felt safe.

2

Merlin

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Bad location. Management not helpful.

8

Franci

Jun 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was convenient to the interstate.

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Dining

Breakfast is repeatedly described as minimal, mainly cold items like yogurt, cereal, toast, or packaged waffles, with few or no hot options and occasional restocking or communication issues. Coffee is mentioned positively by some.

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Dennis

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is an old property that has been updated to some extent. There is no elevator so keep that in mind. The breakfast was nondescriptive.

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John

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Theres was a red crusty stain on the bed spread. I just pushed it yo the side so the bed spread wouldnt touch me. The carpet on the stairs lookef like it hadnt been vacuumed in weeks. The breakfast wad a total joke. 2 choices of cearal and s gallon of milk. Come on???

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Kylie

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast was not what we expected. They offered yogurt and fruit.

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Kai

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staying at this location is underwhelming. My room allegedly was configured to be handicap accessible (hard surface floor and accessible bathroom) but was on the second floor. This location does not have an elevator for someone with that need to access that room. Stairs looked like they hadn't been vacuumed in over a week. Breakfast was underwhelming. "Waffles" looked like they were refrigerated Eggo waffles.

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Jose

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The already clean room upon arrival was not ready. The clean room i received was not much better. Sheets were dirty. "Gym" is a joke. The breakfast was terrible. I didn't expect much but .... i also don't think they have tv service because i couldn't change the channel.

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John

Mar 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was okay. TV was decent sized for a hotel - so that was a nice perk. Sink was small. Bathroom was...small. Bed was comfortable enough. The floor is vinyl or something similar - so seems cold. The parking lot lights were pretty bright. But the room blackout blinds do work. Overall, a decent value. 1 complaint. No protein options at breakfast.

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Sheila

Jun 24, 2023

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The breakfast was only yogurt, dry cereal and plain donuts. Wasn’t restocked much. The fitness room didn’t appear to be available. I went to the desk 3 times on a Saturday and tried to call them but wasn’t able to reach them.

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Crystal

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The ceiling in the bathroom had large breaks where you could see into the exhaust fan. The sink and vanity was a tiny space. The bed was uncomfortable and the pillows were flat. The hallways were lined with strips of carpet as the baseboard. The breakfast consisted of slices of bread you could toast, granola bars, and frozen waffles.

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Kaitlyn

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Booked two queen beds and the beds were the size of fulls. The breakfast is very minimal.

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Tracey

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

For the value it’s a good bargain. Would have liked more than 2 towels and would have been nice if there were some real breakfast items instead of store bought cold items or high sugar processed foods.

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Month	Average price
January	$52
February	$58
March	$61
April	$68
May	$69
June	$69
July	$78
August	$82
September	$66
October	$62
November	$56
December	$53

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9 $58	10 $58	11 $83	12 $75
13 $56	14 $56	15 $56	16 $56	17 $56	18 $85	19 $85
20 $56	21 $56	22 $56	23 $56	24 $57	25 $102	26 $113
27 $56	28 $57	29 $57	30 $57

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $56	2 $84	3 $90
4 $56	5 $56	6 $56	7 $56	8 $58	9 $77	10 $83
11 $57	12 $59	13 $63	14 $59	15 $62	16 $82	17 $86
18 $60	19 $59	20 $62	21 $59	22 $58	23 $83	24 $81
25 $56	26 $61	27 $57	28 $64	29 $61	30 $81	31 $86

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