Name: Quality Inn Escondido San Diego North County
Address: 501 W Mission Ave, Central Escondido, Escondido, California, United States of America, Escondido, San Diego County, US
Price range: $71–$123 per night
Rating: 7.1

What guests think

At Quality Inn Escondido San Diego North County, guests frequently praise friendly staff and note basic-to-updated rooms, while recurring concerns include a rough surrounding area with visible homelessness, active construction affecting parking, and a closed or removed pool.

Service is often described as friendly and helpful, though a few guests reported rude interactions or slow responses. Rooms vary from renovated and comfortable to dated, with reports of noisy AC, humidity, low shower heads, and noise from other guests. Breakfast is staff‑served with limited seating and sometimes late start times; some enjoyed the waffles, while others found portions and variety limited. Overall, expect a budget stay with uneven upkeep and basic comforts.

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Facilities

Ongoing construction affects access and parking, with reports of rough, torn-up lots and a confusing entrance. Several guests also found the pool closed or removed during their stays.

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Cindy

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was fine.Most of the parking lot was blocked off due to construction so limited parking. Breakfast was long line so left without eating. I guess you couldn't serve yourself.They had to do it

10

Rosie G

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

There was some construction going on right next to the hotel, so the pool was gone, and parking was limited on one side of the building. On the other hand, we had a room on the end of the building with parking right in front. It was pretty quiet and clean. The complimentary breakfast was simple but good. And the location was pretty close to everything we needed to go to.

10

Rachel

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pool is closed, I’m not sure if it’s being renovated. The location is tucked I a corner behind a non operating restaurant kinda if hard to find. The parking lot is not paved. There’s a lot of debris near the check in area of the lot. Other than that our one night stay is comfy. Nice staff.

8

Luanne

Feb 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Inside was newly remodeled. Outside needs a lot of help. The parking lot is in serious need of repaving. There is a canal that runs on part of the perimeter and across from that large groups of people gather in the morning and play loud music. I asked the desk what that is about and they said they had no idea it was happening and suggested it might be a big party. I was thinking they were waiting to find work or be picked up for it. SIgnage and lighting is very poor. I arrived in the dark and there is a counterintuitive way to get into the hotel property that is not indicated in navigation instructrions. It is virtually impossible to figure it out unless you know what you are doing. If they would just direct people who are coming for the first time, it would be better. Also, their touted hot breakfast does not being til 8:30!!! And there is nowhere to sit and eat it!! It is all to-go. I could not stay til 8:30 as I had an appointment. I saw that many people had also left. It felt as though they were purposely starting late so that they did not have to provide many breakfasts. Be upfront ahead of time about those circumstances. Nice front desk people, though. They don't make jthe rules. No manager Ralph in sight.

6

Robert

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was okay overall, but there were a few things worth noting. Construction next door made navigating the parking lot a bit chaotic, and there were homeless people nearby and even in the lot, which gave the area a bit of a shady feel. It also seemed like a number of people actually lived at the hotel, which changed the atmosphere compared to a typical stay. I worried about my car at night, but thankfully we had no issues. The AC unit was very loud, and the property itself is definitely older and showing its age. That said, it served its purpose for a short stay.

6

Victor

Dec 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Uneven road and all the fencing around the property makes it seem unwelcoming and the entrance to the property is kind of confusing and uninvited

4

Donald

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast was not served until 7:15 although it was advertised as being available at 6:00. Construction going on all around. Parking lot is torn up. Dangerous looking area.

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Rosa

Feb 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good customer service. Parking pavement needs to be fixed

2

Denyel

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They say there is a pool but there is not one. Also its not a unlimited breakfast. Its 1 plate an done.

6

Robert

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Room was fine however the property does not have a pool like advertised and there was lots of construction going on around the hotel.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: some guests found rooms very clean, but many reported pests (roaches, ants, spiders), dirty floors, and lingering smoke or strong cleaner odors. Housekeeping quality and follow-up varied.

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Deborah

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This location is a bit scary. There are homeless people in the parking lot at night. It is very dark and the property set in the back of another parking lot. The staff was nice and check in was easy. The property itself was very run down and old. The sheets were stained , I slept in the chair after I found and killed baby roaches at least six of them that were crawling on the nightstand. Clearly there was a nest in the room. I also saw roaches crawling up and down the wall the tv was mounted on. So I wheeled my chair into the vanity area and covered myself with my extra clothes I had packed. Worst night sleep ever. The front desk said I should have told them and they would have given me a new room, let’s be honest here if there are roaches in that room they have them everywhere.

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Bryce

Mar 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Went to the San Diego Zoo, and were going to spend the night here and go to the Safari Park the next day. The room was very dirty. There was dead bugs in the towels, the floor had not been cleaned as you could see dirty foot prints when we walked in and our feet were instantly dirty, there was pubic hair in the sink, and the trim around the door where the door latch mounts to was coming off. We ended up leaving and not staying the night and drove back to LA.

4

Kathleen

Oct 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

TV is not working, found roaches, and the people next to us keep banging things and making noise. Will not stay here again.

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ruben

Dec 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean rooms.

4

Mallory

Jul 2, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The floors were so dirty my feet turned black after walking barefoot.

6

Edilux

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room, but hygiene was not that good because we found cockroaches.

4

Sunny

Jun 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room smelled like unwashed bodies. Upon mentioning that to the front desk, I was given a container of air freshener to spray in the room. The light on the bed stand didn’t work. I asked for the light to be fixed, and it was not in three days.

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Steven

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room smelled of tobacco. The curtains stank. I mentioned this to the desk clerk, and he gave me a can of Febreze to use. Helped a little. Overall, the hotel was okay, but the room was not clean enough.

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Adrienne

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff are very nice. It's an old 'motel' that has 'some' upgrades. The oldness is fine - quaint, but cleaning could really be ramped up. I found clumps of mud (construction worker?) and then coffee stains on floor. This made me pull bed away from wall because I was a little freaked out and under the bed was filth. Clean the floors thoroughly EVERY Time and maybe pull beds out weekly. There were crumbs and hair in dresser drawers. This is simple stuff that can be controlled. I won't go back because of this but for the price it's okay. Beds comfortable, people nice, breakfast okay.

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Naomi

Mar 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Towels were dirty Shower was dirty Poor water pressure Cockroaches on bed, nightstand and in the bathroom WANT AN ENTIRE REFUND!!!! DO NOT STAY HERE!!!

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Rooms

Rooms range from updated and spacious with comfortable beds to dated spaces with noisy AC, humidity, and low shower heads; some noted noise from other guests and occasional Wi‑Fi issues. Maintenance details can be hit or miss.

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GUILLERMO

Aug 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was good but the only issue was the air conditioning. The room seems humid and we had a hard time sleeping. Need better ventilation.

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Patricia

Apr 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean quiet spacious room

4

Angel

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Its a place to sleep. Area around is not in the best shape. Lots of drug addicts/homeless around the property. Did not get the rooms that i reserved upon arriving. No one answered the phones when i called several times. One call you can hear them pick up, then hang up right away. Shower is made for really short people and you can tell the building needs to be maintained better.

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Justin

Apr 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was worst I have ever had ever! The shower was awful and unsafe, went from scalding hot to ice cold. A 5 minute normal shower took 30 minutes. Deceptive from the Lu tire of what the place actually looked like.

10

John

Mar 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was friendly. The hotel has been recently (more or less) renovated. I stayed there a decade ago and it is much nicer now. I got a room with a bathtub and had a good, long hot bath. Everything was fine.

8

VICTOR

Feb 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very spacious for the price. Breakfast was very simple eggs, bacon, waffles, cereal and yogurt. Nothing special but good just to hold you over until lunch. Best part is coffee is available 24 hours.

6

Wankun

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The air conditioning is noisy.

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Josh

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bed was comfortable and shower was nice

8

Angela

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good stay . Wi-Fi didn’t work

8

Briana

Jan 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great service, friendly staff, very clean. The only issue was that another guest was yelling at 4am one night and I wasn’t able to get back to sleep.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, including early check-in and prompt security response. However, some guests reported rude interactions, extra charges, and slow or inconsistent service.

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Yolanda Ivonne

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall it was great. Staff was friendly and attentive.

8

Kalani

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good staff

8

Michelle

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

rooms were clean, staff was kind

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Christina

Jun 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was expecting the Quality Inn service. They normally are on point. Yesterday came from the airport trying to check in. I waited for 5 minutes while the gentleman sitting at the front counter stared and texted on his phone. There was no confusion on the fact he didn’t see me. I was the only one there. I stood there staring back. That was alright. I got my room I went on with it. Then I read reviews on the place and thought to myself well I don’t have those issues as described. I spoke too soon. I saw a roach crawling on the tv. Then another crawling towards the bed. And then another middle of the room. I was disappointed. There really isn’t any point to notify management of the issue because from other reviews they say to contact them during business hours. Then when they did talk to them shrugs it off. I wouldn’t recommend this particular location. It is more of the franchise name that is bought and the quality is less than. 🙁

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Angie

Jan 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This property is not in the best area. Lock your cars and park close to your room. However, the hotel has been updated, the rooms are comfortable and roomy and the hotel staff is wonderful. Breakfast was delicious, we filed a noise complaint at 3am and security showed up within minutes and took care of the issue. Would stay again if in the area. Reasonably priced for what you are getting.

8

Michael

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Asked for and was able to check in early. Front desk was very accommodating.

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MARSON

Jun 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Guests had to ask to the food server for our breakfast repeatedly...I saw a guy had to ask extra butter and syrup and practically begging to have extra condiments. Please be reasonable. ugh never ever recommend this hotel!!

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Joseph

Dec 9, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Absolutely the worst stay of my life . Zero hospitality from this place. They kicked my wife out of the room because the front desk didn't check my in correctly. Don't wish thia service on my worst enemy.

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Jennifer

Jul 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff at check in was not very friendly, the area around the hotel was not very nice, lots of homeless hanging out in the parking lot at all hours of the day and night, and our room didn't get cleaned one of the days. When we went to the front to ask for more towels we were told house keeping wasn't available and they found ONE towel to give us. Overall, would not recommend this hotel.

8

Dalia

Aug 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lack of customer service. I was also given a room that was booked. The issue was resolved, but it was an inconvenience. I can tell they lack workers, which lacks customer service.

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Location

Convenient to highways and area destinations, but many guests felt the immediate area was rough with visible homelessness and safety concerns; signage and access can be confusing.

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Deborah

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This location is a bit scary. There are homeless people in the parking lot at night. It is very dark and the property set in the back of another parking lot. The staff was nice and check in was easy. The property itself was very run down and old. The sheets were stained , I slept in the chair after I found and killed baby roaches at least six of them that were crawling on the nightstand. Clearly there was a nest in the room. I also saw roaches crawling up and down the wall the tv was mounted on. So I wheeled my chair into the vanity area and covered myself with my extra clothes I had packed. Worst night sleep ever. The front desk said I should have told them and they would have given me a new room, let’s be honest here if there are roaches in that room they have them everywhere.

10

Miles

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, roomy Hotel. Stayed 2 days, Hotel was in the center of Escondido, easy to take trips to Oceanside and Valley Center.

8

Bradley

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great motel and excellent service. The area around was not the most cleanest or Safest.

8

Autumn

Sep 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

There was ample parking and late night dining options. Conveniently located near freeway!

8

Luanne

Feb 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Inside was newly remodeled. Outside needs a lot of help. The parking lot is in serious need of repaving. There is a canal that runs on part of the perimeter and across from that large groups of people gather in the morning and play loud music. I asked the desk what that is about and they said they had no idea it was happening and suggested it might be a big party. I was thinking they were waiting to find work or be picked up for it. SIgnage and lighting is very poor. I arrived in the dark and there is a counterintuitive way to get into the hotel property that is not indicated in navigation instructrions. It is virtually impossible to figure it out unless you know what you are doing. If they would just direct people who are coming for the first time, it would be better. Also, their touted hot breakfast does not being til 8:30!!! And there is nowhere to sit and eat it!! It is all to-go. I could not stay til 8:30 as I had an appointment. I saw that many people had also left. It felt as though they were purposely starting late so that they did not have to provide many breakfasts. Be upfront ahead of time about those circumstances. Nice front desk people, though. They don't make jthe rules. No manager Ralph in sight.

6

Robert

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was okay overall, but there were a few things worth noting. Construction next door made navigating the parking lot a bit chaotic, and there were homeless people nearby and even in the lot, which gave the area a bit of a shady feel. It also seemed like a number of people actually lived at the hotel, which changed the atmosphere compared to a typical stay. I worried about my car at night, but thankfully we had no issues. The AC unit was very loud, and the property itself is definitely older and showing its age. That said, it served its purpose for a short stay.

8

Morgan

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was great the location is nice off the freeway. It is a bit run down around it but great for an overnight sta

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Estela

Feb 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The inside of the hotel was very nice and decent but the outside wallway was dirty, going thru the parking lot is yes lose durt and holes. We feel insecure because the hotel was far from the street.

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Marie

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The area around the Quality Inn is a little scary. The staff was very sweet, the room was clean. The only problem is that we were not comfortable with our surroundings. If we had not brought teenagers or children we would have stayed. We checked out after one night and none of our prepaid stay was refunded. We accepted the loss because safety for the children was most important. There is a lot of homeless folks in the immediate area. The staff was great otherwise.

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Donald

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast was not served until 7:15 although it was advertised as being available at 6:00. Construction going on all around. Parking lot is torn up. Dangerous looking area.

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Dining

Breakfast is staff-served with limited or no seating and often starts late (around 8–8:30), which can create lines. Waffles and some items are praised, but portions and variety are limited.

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Cindy

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was fine.Most of the parking lot was blocked off due to construction so limited parking. Breakfast was long line so left without eating. I guess you couldn't serve yourself.They had to do it

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Angela

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast served instead of self serve. Not enough tables and chairs. They need more in the lobby so we can linger over breakfast with friends.

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joanne

Nov 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast does not start until 8:30 which is way too late. I told them that if I had known, we would have stayed somewhere else as we had to be somewhere at 9. They said they would help, they were open at 8. No place to sit, you have to bring it back to your room. Eggs were awful, but the coffee was pretty good.

10

Analee

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We stay at motels/hotels often, and this one has some above average qualities. First, they offer daily room service - new towels, etc. In addition, there is an attendant in the breakfast room who gives personalized service - making the waffles for clientele, etc. The front desk staff is friendly and attentive. The rooms are modern and tasteful.

10

Ingrid

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in and check out

6

Alondra

Sep 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is clean but out dated. The pool area is big but looks old as well. Breakfast is part of the stay but they serve you and you’re only able to eat in your room and it’s only 1 serve per person staying in the room.

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SRIHARSHA

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast items were limited compared to other Quality inn hotels. Also there was no place to eat, had to take breakfast to my room. Room was clean but bathroom fixtures were loose.

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Ty

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms were good, except the floors probably hadnt been mopped for a while. Our feet were black from walking around barefoot. Breakfast was ok. I wish they had more options. It was eggs and sausage, waffles and cereal.

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Lee

Sep 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Stay was okay. The breakfast was a horrible thing. No chairs to sit down and eat. Very limited food. Worst breakfast I've ever had. When they say they have breakfast, it's a complete joke. Don't let the pictures fool you. Could have stayed at cheaper places for the same lack of quality.

6

Patrick

Feb 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Surprisingly nice place for the price. However, free breakfast is from 8:30 to 10:00, which is fairly ridiculous for anyone who needs to start the day early.

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Month	Average price
January	$84
February	$79
March	$92
April	$88
May	$100
June	$119
July	$150
August	$119
September	$99
October	$102
November	$100
December	$89

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15 $72	16 $72	17 $73	18 $106	19 $117
20 $72	21 $72	22 $71	23 $72	24 $72	25 $99	26 $115
27 $95	28 $95	29 $95	30 $95

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $95	2 $99	3 $115
4 $100	5 $111	6 $95	7 $103	8 $95	9 $123	10 $123
11 $95	12 $95	13 $95	14 $95	15 $95	16 $107	17 $107
18 $103	19 $95	20 $95	21 $95	22 $95	23 $107	24 $107
25 $103	26 $95	27 $95	28 $95	29 $95	30 $99	31 $115

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Upgrade)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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