Name: Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
Address: 901 Melrose Avenue, University Heights, Iowa City, Iowa, United States of America, Iowa City, Johnson County, US
Price range: US$158–US$365 per night
Rating: 9.6

What guests think

Across numerous reviews, travellers describe Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights as clean, modern, and well-run, with friendly staff, a convenient on-site restaurant/bar, and a prime location near the University of Iowa hospitals, Kinnick Stadium, and Carver-Hawkeye Arena.

Rooms are generally comfortable with good space and useful amenities, though several guests report worn or uncomfortable beds, slippery walk-in showers, and occasional maintenance quirks. Event weekends can bring crowded common areas, limited parking, and late-night noise from weddings or celebrations. Some also found the lobby fragrance overpowering and noted inconsistent shuttle availability. Expect a convenient, polished stay best suited for hospital visits or Iowa athletics, especially outside big event nights.

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Facilities

On-site bar/restaurant, pool, and fitness room are appreciated, and parking is generally convenient and well lit. However, event nights can strain parking and common areas, and shuttle availability appears inconsistent (e.g., no weekend service noted).

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Stacey

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel had a clean modern feel to it. It was close proximity to the University of Iowa campus / hospital. The room was clean and very nice. Ample space and amenities. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. There was a restaurant on site as well as a Starbucks bistro. The food and service at the restaurant were very good as well.

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Eve

27 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pool over run by children around age 10 or less. No adult supervision! Front desk notified and action was to say they will contact manager. Violation of their own pool rules. Hotel guests last on list of use of pool. Same children yelling in halls and running around. No parking available and policed prior to going near the hotel. Poor planning on hotels part. Very rude security . Hotel guests were last on the list of parking. Loud guests from wedding after midnight. Again against hotels own rules. Only sell medium sized drinks at Starbucks in the hotel. No size larger. Hotel check in staff very rude. EXCEPT the lady on day shift whose name starts with A.

10

Ruben

18 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I like everything about the hotel, i didnt need to leave after a long drive or long day i can order food from the restaurant.

10

Henry

26 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

If taking in an Iowa basketball game, this hotel will suit your needs perfectly. Easy safe walk to the stadium and you are permitted to leave your car in the hotel lot while you attend the game (even if you have checked out of hotel that day). Exceptionally courteous staff throughout the hotel. Nice pool and exercise room. Handy casual restaurant located within the hotel lobby.

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Heather

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff and facilities are great. Beds are no longer comfortable. Very sore after sleeping amd has to turn often. Same in both rooms we had. Shower floors are slippery and grab bars are at entrance but could be needed hear shower head for safety. Perfect location. Shuttle and discounts for hospital families much appreciated.

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Eve

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Few parking spaces due to party at hotel for graduation.

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MELISSA

30 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Fun lounge with restaurant that serves until 10pm. Free parking always a plus!

6

Christopher

14 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice hotel overalls No shuttle service on weekends. Special event noise was disturbing until after 11PM.

10

Bob

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean room. Burger was good. Nice bar selection and offers room service. Parking was notably well lit. All interactions with staff were 5 stars.

10

Mark

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice property, pleasant and efficient check in, comfortable beds, Near Iowa Hospitals and Iowa sports facilities Kinnick Football Stadium. A bit of a walk to get downtown IC but easy uber or drive. clean property. Restaurant/Bar on site.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a standout theme, with many reviews calling rooms and public areas exceptionally clean and well maintained.

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Mar

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always clean. Front desk polite. Proximity to hospital

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Stacey

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel had a clean modern feel to it. It was close proximity to the University of Iowa campus / hospital. The room was clean and very nice. Ample space and amenities. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. There was a restaurant on site as well as a Starbucks bistro. The food and service at the restaurant were very good as well.

10

Miranda

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is one of my favorite hotels ever!!!!!! Lovely! Clean and new

10

Ashley

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel, super clean and the staff was very nice.

10

Nicole

29 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very impressed with the property, exceptionally clean and room has some nice extras.

10

Bradley

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property seemed very safe. The staff were friendly. Everything was very clean. Only complaints was the air freshener in the lobby was very strong.

10

Jordan

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful place to stay. I always look forward to this hotel it is incredibly clean and has a wonderful restaurant and bar.

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Stacey

4 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were great! Hotel very clean! Would definitely stay at again. Nice and close to the university!

10

Bob

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean room. Burger was good. Nice bar selection and offers room service. Parking was notably well lit. All interactions with staff were 5 stars.

10

William

26 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We have stayed at the Marriott a number of times and have never been disappointed. Always friendly and helpful staff, comfortable and clean rooms. This is our favorite stopping spot in Iowa City.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable with good space and useful amenities. Repeated concerns include uncomfortable or aging beds, slippery showers (with limited grab bars), occasional noise from events, and minor layout or maintenance issues (e.g., TV placement).

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Kghora

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

New and modern

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Erika

4 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable beds for tired travelers. Clean.

4

Timothy

7 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was really good except the bed was worn out and needs replaced.

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Stacey

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel had a clean modern feel to it. It was close proximity to the University of Iowa campus / hospital. The room was clean and very nice. Ample space and amenities. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. There was a restaurant on site as well as a Starbucks bistro. The food and service at the restaurant were very good as well.

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Bonnie

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was the loudest hotel at which I have ever stayed. I travel quite a bit for business and have experience sharing a hotel with soccer teams and beauty pageants. They haven’t been terribly problematic. This hotel simply had a wedding reception that filled up the hotel and kept me awake until 1 AM. When I contacted the front desk, they said “we rent out the space for special events.” Renting a space for a special event should be in the entire space if it’s going to impact all the guests. I couldn’t even have breakfast in the hotel because the wedding guests were everywhere in the morning. Disappointing doesn’t encapsulate the way I feel about the money spent at this hotel. It’s a lovely location. Find another hotel there.

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Heather

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff and facilities are great. Beds are no longer comfortable. Very sore after sleeping amd has to turn often. Same in both rooms we had. Shower floors are slippery and grab bars are at entrance but could be needed hear shower head for safety. Perfect location. Shuttle and discounts for hospital families much appreciated.

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Robert

23 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was terrific. Could have used another grab bar in the walk-in shower.

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Robert

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beds uncomfortable, housekeeping too loud in hallway before check out.

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Sandra

31 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Bed should be positioned opposite tv. Tv was on side wall from bed. Not good for watching TV in bed.

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Robin

1 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel, staff, location, and condition of.the property were fantastic. I felt like the beds needed updating as mine was hard, but I do have a bad back. I would still stay here again.

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Service

Most guests report friendly, efficient service across the front desk, bar, and restaurant. A smaller number cite rude or unhelpful interactions at check-in or billing.

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Nick

8 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Pre paid then charged me card. Front desk not helpful

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Ross

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was excellent - will stay here again!

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Stacey

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel had a clean modern feel to it. It was close proximity to the University of Iowa campus / hospital. The room was clean and very nice. Ample space and amenities. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. There was a restaurant on site as well as a Starbucks bistro. The food and service at the restaurant were very good as well.

10

Amanda

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean. Pleasant and front desk Staff eager to assist with any issues

10

Julie

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great property. Very clean room & wonderful staff. Food was great too. We will be back!

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Jennifer

14 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing customer service and great room. Would definitely recommend to family and friends.

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laurel

3 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk employees were terribly rude.

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Bob

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean room. Burger was good. Nice bar selection and offers room service. Parking was notably well lit. All interactions with staff were 5 stars.

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Eve

4 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bar area was nice but crowded and loud. The bar staff were excellent! This is the best check in staff and quickness I’ve ever had at this hotel. I was impressed with morning coffee staff as well.

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Dave

4 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

An absolutely enjoyable experience. Check-in was a breeze. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. When I arrived my phone battery was nearly dead. The staff offered to charge it for me while I ate. The bar-restaurant is in the lobby area, very convenient. The bartender was knowledgeable and friendly. The wait staff were very pleasant. Just a 2 block walk from the Childrens Hospital made this soo convenient.

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Location

Excellent for University of Iowa Hospitals and Athletics, with easy walks to Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena; many choose it for hospital appointments. Downtown Iowa City is a longer walk but accessible by short drive or rideshare.

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Mar

23 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always clean. Front desk polite. Proximity to hospital

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Raquel

19 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We booked this hotel due to its proximity to Carver Hawkeye arena as we were attending an Iowa Women’s Basketball game. Check in was smooth, the room was nice, it was clean and the bed comfortable. It was about a 10-15 minute bite walk to CHA and it is right across the road from Kinnick Stadium. I would definitely recommend this place.

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Stacey

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel had a clean modern feel to it. It was close proximity to the University of Iowa campus / hospital. The room was clean and very nice. Ample space and amenities. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. There was a restaurant on site as well as a Starbucks bistro. The food and service at the restaurant were very good as well.

10

Cliff

22 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location to attend a University of Iowa sporting event

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Tamela

10 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Close to Iowa University

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Wanda

27 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location for UI hospital

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david

12 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Big storm, able to walk to hospital.

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HELEN

19 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Across from Kinnick Stadium!

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Mark

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice property, pleasant and efficient check in, comfortable beds, Near Iowa Hospitals and Iowa sports facilities Kinnick Football Stadium. A bit of a walk to get downtown IC but easy uber or drive. clean property. Restaurant/Bar on site.

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Lisa

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Within Walking distance of University Hospitals. Very convenient. Dining on site.

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Dining

The Bistro/restaurant and bar earn strong feedback for tasty food, good drinks, and convenient hours; several guests also liked room service and the Starbucks option. At busy times, the bar area can feel crowded.

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Jennifer

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient to campus. Very clean and the bar was great.

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Bobie

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location. Clean and quiet. Bartender was outstanding.

10

Stacey

12 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel had a clean modern feel to it. It was close proximity to the University of Iowa campus / hospital. The room was clean and very nice. Ample space and amenities. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. There was a restaurant on site as well as a Starbucks bistro. The food and service at the restaurant were very good as well.

10

Julie

23 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everyone was so nice- super close for walking- parking was easy- room was great- bistro had great food and drinks-

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MELISSA

30 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Fun lounge with restaurant that serves until 10pm. Free parking always a plus!

10

Jordan

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful place to stay. I always look forward to this hotel it is incredibly clean and has a wonderful restaurant and bar.

10

Valerie

17 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were surprised at how good the food was!

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Bert

19 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property is very clean inside & outside. It is located mere minutes from U of I Hospital where we have a yearly checkup. The on-site Bistro restaurant is perfect: courteous staff, delicious food, affordable prices, convenient hours.

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Bob

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean room. Burger was good. Nice bar selection and offers room service. Parking was notably well lit. All interactions with staff were 5 stars.

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Ted

8 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Just an amazing stay. Room was nice, clean, staff was kind, food and service excellent

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				1 $177	2	3
4 $176	5 $221	6	7 $245	8 $223	9 $365	10 $273
11 $158	12 $176	13 $177	14 $176	15 $181	16 $271	17 $267
18 $177	19 $177	20 $181	21 $171	22 $183	23 $343	24 $289
25 $175	26 $179	27 $174	28 $177	29 $179	30	31

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Hearing Accessible

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Roll-In Shower

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