Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited, and height restrictions apply.

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

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

The hotel has limited wheelchair-accessible facilities, including an elevator and step-free entrances.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key attractions?

The hotel is located approximately 5.3 km (3.3 miles) from LaGuardia Airport and about 9 miles from major attractions like Rockefeller Center and Times Square.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the hotel, and there is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Cribs are available upon request, but it is necessary to contact the hotel in advance to reserve them. Information on extra beds is not provided.

Hotel Key in New York

Average nightly price at Hotel Key by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$90
February	$110
March	$92
April	$97
May	$115
June	$208
July	$191
August	$186
September	$194
October	$135
November	$146
December	$140

What guests think

Reviews of Hotel Key describe a budget-minded stay with very mixed experiences, citing limited parking, frequent cleanliness issues, smoke odors, and inconsistent service, alongside occasional praise for quick check-in, accommodating staff, and a price that can be competitive.

Rooms are often very small, with reports of poor maintenance such as weak or no hot water, faulty air conditioning, broken fixtures, light seepage from outside, and noise from planes or other guests. Facilities feel limited, with no breakfast, unreliable vending machines, and difficult accessibility due to stairs and elevator constraints. The surrounding area is described as sketchy by several guests, while others appreciated nearby shops and the convenience for airport stays. Expect a basic, utilitarian stay if value and location outweigh comfort.

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Facilities

Free parking is advertised but spaces are very limited and tight, with some reports of towing or confusion. There is no breakfast, vending machines are unreliable, and accessibility is difficult due to stairs and elevator issues.

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karlene

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Due to a late night cancelled flight, I had to book the closest hotel to LGA to get on my rebooked flight the next day. The hotel was in a shady neighboorhood and didn't have much choice. That said, it was sufficient for what I needed, but would NEVER recommend anyone stay here unless necessary. The bathroom was flithy, there was nothing to drink out of, and they didn't have any items in the vending machines. However I made it out alive and back to LGA via Uber

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Anthony

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The shower water was not hot at all. Rooms are super small. Beds were uncomfortable. The mini fridge was unplugged n broke, no microwave. The rooms were not worth the money that was spent on them. No breakfast here unfortunately. Vending machine for the snacks didnt work. Spda machine had 5 different kinds to choose from. Half of the cans were bubbled up riggt where you open the tab at. My key card had to be reactivated twice after the initial activation. Parking spaces are super super tight. Do not recommend bringing in a big vehicle if you decide to stay here. Im sure im forgetting some things, but overall not a good experience. Oh and if you dont loke hearing plans constantly this place isnt for you. That part doesnt bother me but it was noisy and loud around there over all.

4

shenice

Nov 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good did not ask if I need new bedding or towels no breakfast in the morning

2

Jessica

Apr 17, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a hard no for me. I even read the reviews and I was like well maybe I’ll take a chance…. When I got there I had to lug my luggage down steps to even get inside and then the room smelled of weed and cigarettes. The comforter looked unclean, the bottom window and seals were beyond disgusting, the walls were dirty however the sheets were super clean and crisp which was the only positive thing I can say about the room. I will never stay here again.

6

Philip Monroe

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Access terrible for handicapped. Many stairs to get in and no functioning elevator. No restaurants nearby. But generally otherwise clean and OK.

2

Joseph

Jun 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Ugh, this is a short stay motel, don't kid yourself. Parking is first come first serve, don't expect to get a spot. Room is the size of shoe box, condition is atrocious. Self closing bathroom door, really? $170 is a joke. Definitely not 3 stars

8

STEPHEN

May 25, 2023

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This was an excellent stay for the room price and included free parking. The room was very clean and comfortable but small, like many rooms in New York. The area around the hotel was a little sketchy. It was also odd to have stairs going down into the lobby. The elevator was restricted for wheelchair use.

2

SHARRAY

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They did not tell us the parking lot did was mot own by the hotel had to pay almost 80 to get our vehicle back mind you the towing company has towed several vehicles the manager was at the hotel and did not tell us

8

Kensington

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself is decent on the inside. Aside from the rude front staff and faint cigarette smell in the air, this hotel was clean and reasonably priced. Be warned: they advertise free parking, but there are only 8 spaces for that entire hotel to use. You will be fighting over parking. It really wasn't too bad for the price.

8

WolfKing

Jul 30, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that it was clean and quiet. I disliked that there was no breakfast and no swimming pool or activities

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Cleanliness

Many guests report poor cleanliness—dirty bathrooms, mold, pests, stains, and strong odors—though a few noted clean rooms.

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karlene

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Due to a late night cancelled flight, I had to book the closest hotel to LGA to get on my rebooked flight the next day. The hotel was in a shady neighboorhood and didn't have much choice. That said, it was sufficient for what I needed, but would NEVER recommend anyone stay here unless necessary. The bathroom was flithy, there was nothing to drink out of, and they didn't have any items in the vending machines. However I made it out alive and back to LGA via Uber

2

Zachary

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property’s shower was unclean and had lots of black mold & markings, most of the plugs in the room were loose and it just felt like the room was not worth the amount of money we spent. At least a hotel should be clean & not have mold in the showers and ALL of the plugs working.

2

Danny

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty

6

Chance

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bedroom was very small, but that's not a big deal. The bathroom was filthy though - there was hair all over the sink and bathtub, black stains on the mirror, the floors hadn't been swept, the hallways were noisy and there was a strong cigarette smell. Customer service could have been better as well. I checked out around 12 am as I didn't enjoy my stay at all.

2

Harry

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I wish I could upload pictures, the room was dirty there were roaches

2

katrina

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is used for prostitution. All I heard my whole stay was people having sex house keeper cleaned room next to mine 4 times in my 10 hour stay. Room was not clean had hair all over bathroom and toilet didn’t flush.

10

Wai

Feb 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was terrible wasn’t felt like the floor was clean at all. The mirror was foggy and roaches everywhere dead. OMG.

2

Vanessa

Jul 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bugs on and around bed, dirty sheets, foot prints around the windowsill. Let immediately!

2

Kenisha

Jul 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not clean at all and smells horrible

2

ebony

Mar 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Made reservations and they sent me somewhere else then they had a problem and roaches

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Rooms

Rooms are very small with limited furnishings, and noise from planes or other guests is a recurring issue. Maintenance complaints include weak or no hot water, faulty air conditioning, missing or broken fixtures, and intrusive light from exterior lighting.

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Anthony

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The shower water was not hot at all. Rooms are super small. Beds were uncomfortable. The mini fridge was unplugged n broke, no microwave. The rooms were not worth the money that was spent on them. No breakfast here unfortunately. Vending machine for the snacks didnt work. Spda machine had 5 different kinds to choose from. Half of the cans were bubbled up riggt where you open the tab at. My key card had to be reactivated twice after the initial activation. Parking spaces are super super tight. Do not recommend bringing in a big vehicle if you decide to stay here. Im sure im forgetting some things, but overall not a good experience. Oh and if you dont loke hearing plans constantly this place isnt for you. That part doesnt bother me but it was noisy and loud around there over all.

2

Rabah

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All night music from other room. My room was so noisy because out side of my windows was big IC engine made my night the worst night ever The room number was 106 it’s the horrible room .

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SM

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

There was no hot water in the shower or faucet. Room was smelly, dirty. There was no closet or chair or table. The guest phone was not working to call front desk. Morning staff was rude. The air condition was very hot, temperature control was not working.

10

Jason

Apr 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I honestly love this place. Staff are nice and rooms may be small but I'm not there for that. I'm there for. Place to relax and that's always possible at this place.

2

Joseph

Jun 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Ugh, this is a short stay motel, don't kid yourself. Parking is first come first serve, don't expect to get a spot. Room is the size of shoe box, condition is atrocious. Self closing bathroom door, really? $170 is a joke. Definitely not 3 stars

2

IMPERIA

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Really dirty. No remote for TV. AC didn’t work. No light fixture at all in the bathroom. Room was ready earlier but charged us $30 extra for check in. Not worth $400 at all. Terrible customer service. Lady barely said 2 words to us.

8

STEPHEN

May 25, 2023

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This was an excellent stay for the room price and included free parking. The room was very clean and comfortable but small, like many rooms in New York. The area around the hotel was a little sketchy. It was also odd to have stairs going down into the lobby. The elevator was restricted for wheelchair use.

8

Billie

Mar 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This was a nice stay, the staff was friendly and easy going. The hotel itself is small in comparison to like holiday inn or something but I liked that it was small. My only issues were the rooms could’ve been setup a little better with maybe a dresser or something under the tv. And also the blue lights on the outside of the building are a cool addition but the lights are so bright and the curtains didn’t cover all the light at night so I had a bit of trouble falling asleep without a sleep mask, the room was almost still lit up those blue lights were so bright. I think blackout curtains could solve this problem

6

ILYA

Oct 22, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Too noisy and smells a little

2

katrina

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is used for prostitution. All I heard my whole stay was people having sex house keeper cleaned room next to mine 4 times in my 10 hour stay. Room was not clean had hair all over bathroom and toilet didn’t flush.

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Service

Service is inconsistent: some guests found staff friendly, accommodating, and check-in quick or even upgraded, while others experienced rudeness, poor communication, rekeying issues, early check-in fees, and being assigned an occupied room.

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SM

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

There was no hot water in the shower or faucet. Room was smelly, dirty. There was no closet or chair or table. The guest phone was not working to call front desk. Morning staff was rude. The air condition was very hot, temperature control was not working.

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Crucelis

Oct 31, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

You get what you pay for. The one thing I liked was the location; it looked and feel safe. No homeless people around and plenty of shops nearby. I was given a room that was occupied and had lots of clothes all over. Told the receptionist and first thing she said was “not my fault!”. Gave me a room with no key so I had to ask reception to open every time I wanted to get back to my room. A day later I was given another room but smelled a bit of cigarettes. I just took it since I was only staying for the weekend. I’d still book it for a less-than-two-days trip

8

Carol

May 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quick check in friendly staff

10

Elias

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy Check in

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IMPERIA

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Really dirty. No remote for TV. AC didn’t work. No light fixture at all in the bathroom. Room was ready earlier but charged us $30 extra for check in. Not worth $400 at all. Terrible customer service. Lady barely said 2 words to us.

8

Akshit Akarsh

May 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They agreed to keep our luggage as we had checked out and had a late night train to Boston. Overall helpful staff.

2

Joseph

Jan 12, 2023

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Stayed 19,358 nights

Was absolutely disgusting. We booked weeks before the actual trip. when we got there we had to wait until 1:30 in the morning to check in because they had rented our room out to an hourly customer. The room was discussing carpet was dirty bathroom was wet handprints on the mirror. Sheets were dirty and they were working girls everywhere. I wouldn’t have stayed there but it was 1:30 in the morning and couldn’t find another place till the morning. Wouldn’t refund us for the other two nights we were supposed to stay there they’re scam artist.

8

Kensington

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself is decent on the inside. Aside from the rude front staff and faint cigarette smell in the air, this hotel was clean and reasonably priced. Be warned: they advertise free parking, but there are only 8 spaces for that entire hotel to use. You will be fighting over parking. It really wasn't too bad for the price.

10

Heidy

Jan 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely Hotel! Great For Family & Friends & Couples. 10/10 Front Desk Agent By The Name of Tony gave me and my husband luxury upgraded room.

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ebony

Mar 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Made reservations and they sent me somewhere else then they had a problem and roaches

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Location

Mixed impressions: several describe the neighborhood as sketchy or unsafe, while others appreciated nearby shops and used it for airport convenience.

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karlene

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Due to a late night cancelled flight, I had to book the closest hotel to LGA to get on my rebooked flight the next day. The hotel was in a shady neighboorhood and didn't have much choice. That said, it was sufficient for what I needed, but would NEVER recommend anyone stay here unless necessary. The bathroom was flithy, there was nothing to drink out of, and they didn't have any items in the vending machines. However I made it out alive and back to LGA via Uber

2

Anthony

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The shower water was not hot at all. Rooms are super small. Beds were uncomfortable. The mini fridge was unplugged n broke, no microwave. The rooms were not worth the money that was spent on them. No breakfast here unfortunately. Vending machine for the snacks didnt work. Spda machine had 5 different kinds to choose from. Half of the cans were bubbled up riggt where you open the tab at. My key card had to be reactivated twice after the initial activation. Parking spaces are super super tight. Do not recommend bringing in a big vehicle if you decide to stay here. Im sure im forgetting some things, but overall not a good experience. Oh and if you dont loke hearing plans constantly this place isnt for you. That part doesnt bother me but it was noisy and loud around there over all.

2

Rabah

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All night music from other room. My room was so noisy because out side of my windows was big IC engine made my night the worst night ever The room number was 106 it’s the horrible room .

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Crucelis

Oct 31, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

You get what you pay for. The one thing I liked was the location; it looked and feel safe. No homeless people around and plenty of shops nearby. I was given a room that was occupied and had lots of clothes all over. Told the receptionist and first thing she said was “not my fault!”. Gave me a room with no key so I had to ask reception to open every time I wanted to get back to my room. A day later I was given another room but smelled a bit of cigarettes. I just took it since I was only staying for the weekend. I’d still book it for a less-than-two-days trip

6

Tiffany

Aug 5, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was kind of horrible. I called several times because our plane kept getting delayed, lady here said it would be fine but when I got here there was an attitude. Not in the greatest looking part of town either.

2

Sheena

Apr 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It is in unsafe area...even though parking was included...but we didn't get 1

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STEPHEN

May 25, 2023

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This was an excellent stay for the room price and included free parking. The room was very clean and comfortable but small, like many rooms in New York. The area around the hotel was a little sketchy. It was also odd to have stairs going down into the lobby. The elevator was restricted for wheelchair use.

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ILYA

Oct 22, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Too noisy and smells a little

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Peter

Nov 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I booked this last minute because my wife's doctor needed to run more tests and they were sold out at the hotel we were staying at. The staff was accommodating, but this place is not for families. Scetchy part of town. They should have gates around the property

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WolfKing

Jul 30, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that it was clean and quiet. I disliked that there was no breakfast and no swimming pool or activities

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Dining

No breakfast is provided, and multiple guests found vending machines empty or not working. One review also noted few restaurants nearby.

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karlene

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Due to a late night cancelled flight, I had to book the closest hotel to LGA to get on my rebooked flight the next day. The hotel was in a shady neighboorhood and didn't have much choice. That said, it was sufficient for what I needed, but would NEVER recommend anyone stay here unless necessary. The bathroom was flithy, there was nothing to drink out of, and they didn't have any items in the vending machines. However I made it out alive and back to LGA via Uber

2

Anthony

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The shower water was not hot at all. Rooms are super small. Beds were uncomfortable. The mini fridge was unplugged n broke, no microwave. The rooms were not worth the money that was spent on them. No breakfast here unfortunately. Vending machine for the snacks didnt work. Spda machine had 5 different kinds to choose from. Half of the cans were bubbled up riggt where you open the tab at. My key card had to be reactivated twice after the initial activation. Parking spaces are super super tight. Do not recommend bringing in a big vehicle if you decide to stay here. Im sure im forgetting some things, but overall not a good experience. Oh and if you dont loke hearing plans constantly this place isnt for you. That part doesnt bother me but it was noisy and loud around there over all.

4

shenice

Nov 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good did not ask if I need new bedding or towels no breakfast in the morning

6

Philip Monroe

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Access terrible for handicapped. Many stairs to get in and no functioning elevator. No restaurants nearby. But generally otherwise clean and OK.

8

WolfKing

Jul 30, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

I liked that it was clean and quiet. I disliked that there was no breakfast and no swimming pool or activities

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $95	2 $111	3 $129	4 $121	5 $146	6 $211	7 $212
8 $162	9 $129	10 $129	11 $122	12 $163	13 $215	14 $215
15 $153	16 $121	17 $121	18 $120	19 $171	20 $223	21 $223
22 $155	23 $138	24 $129	25 $130	26 $164	27 $212	28 $213
29 $155	30 $121

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1 $343	2 $337	3 $341	4 $343	5 $342
6 $343	7 $341	8 $342	9 $341	10 $344	11 $345	12 $260
13 $292	14 $253	15 $256	16 $337	17 $340	18 $347	19 $339
20 $341	21 $339	22 $340	23 $342	24 $357	25 $342	26 $340
27 $340	28 $340	29 $339	30 $342	31 $423

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