Name: Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort
Address: The Island, Waterford, Ireland, Waterford, County Waterford, IE
Price range: $240–$512 per night
Rating: 9

What guests think

Travellers describe Waterford Castle Hotel & Golf Resort as a beautiful, atmospheric castle on a private island with welcoming staff and standout food, though not everything feels modern or up to contemporary expectations.

The setting is scenic and quiet, reached by a ferry, with lovely grounds for walking, though a few travelers found the location a bit isolating. Rooms and suites have character, views, and generous space, but several noted limited modern comforts such as warm temperatures, underwhelming showers, and some wear. Facilities include a bar and an on-site golf course; while the course is pleasant, equipment cleanliness and rental availability drew criticism. Expect a charming, historic stay with trade-offs in modernity.

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Facilities

Beautiful private island grounds accessible by ferry and a pleasant bar stand out. Golf is available, but some noted dirty carts and limited rental clubs.

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10

Tarell

Apr 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The castle was amazing. We stayed in the beautiful room it was very spacious & comfortable. All the staff eas very friendly. We eat at restaurant in the castle waiter was excellent & food was amazing. We played croquet on the front lawn & walked the grounds. Was a great pkace. Would return on future trip to Waterford. Did tour at House of Waterford it is a must do if you are in Waterford. Great stay.

10

Rosemary

Oct 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful old castle. Staff very attentive with a lovely resteraunt and included breakfast. Grounds are beautiful and offer the ability for a long hike. Room was comfortable and spacious. Our stay was everything we had hoped for.

10

Deborah

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very beautiful castle hotel and property. It's on its own island and a free ferry brings you across the small river. Lovely. Food is fantastic. Extensive Breakfast is included (except my cappuccino). Staff is great. Romantic. There are large, modern "cottages" (like townhouses) for families or bigger groups.

10

Paul

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Isolated on an island with wonderful grounds to walk. Very quiet

10

Peggy

Jun 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing time here! I highly suggest a reservation for dinner in the Munster room. Big shout out to Dylan and David who were inside bar area. They were so kind and helpful. The grounds are absolutely amazing. Definitely a 10/10 experience.

10

Susanne

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Slotsophold som var fantastisk. Rigtig god restaurant med med i topklasse. Venlig og service-minded personale. Selvom det var på en ø, følte man sig ikke isoleret, da forbindelse til byen var god.

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Jennifer

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The waterford castle did not disappoint! Beautiful property, ferry ride over to the private island and a friendly staff ready to tell you all about the wallabies and deer that share the island! The castle is gorgeous and the food is fine dining at its best! It is a true old castle so expect authenticity and a minor reduction in modern day amenities, but also know it is absolutely worth it! This stay made our trip highly memorable!

10

Jonathan

Apr 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property.

10

Lori

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is amazing and beautiful. Just like the pictures. The staff is excellent and attentive. The dining experience was wonderful. Golf on property is a bit lacking with dirty carts, not enough rental clubs but the staff was nice and the course was lovely.

8

John

Apr 17, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel and grounds lovely and nothing to complain about cleanliness or physical condition of facilities. Our 5th hotel on Ireland tour and this one all the service seemed "transactional". Checkin and out confusing, last dinner served 7:30, sommelier suggestion for beef course was "any of our red wines ". The island location accessible by ferry only is both romantic and isolating.

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Cleanliness

Generally clean and well kept, with a few reports of dirty carpets, worn areas, and minor water damage.

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Cathy

Nov 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property

10

Denis

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice Castle Hotel. The experience is worth the stay. Don’t plan a a good shower, this was an issue. Rooms could do with a little TLC. Even with the above, you won’t regret staying here

6

Amy

Oct 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was not as expected. Carpets were very dirty, a few walls showed water damage and the bathroom had no curtains for privacy had to do makeshift out of luggage and clothes. I was surprised by the overall lack of upkeep for our suite, expected more from a luxury hotel for the money. Staff was excellent though!

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Garry

Jun 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff went out of their way to take care of all needs. Beautiful property

10

Jonathan

Apr 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property.

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Annette

Jul 23, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Det dejligste lille slot, romantisk og smukt vedligeholdt 🤗 super service og dejlig mad. Store rummelige værelser

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John

Apr 17, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel and grounds lovely and nothing to complain about cleanliness or physical condition of facilities. Our 5th hotel on Ireland tour and this one all the service seemed "transactional". Checkin and out confusing, last dinner served 7:30, sommelier suggestion for beef course was "any of our red wines ". The island location accessible by ferry only is both romantic and isolating.

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Rooms

Rooms and suites are spacious, characterful, and offer nice views. Some guests reported warm temperatures, limited modern comforts, underwhelming showers, and occasional wear.

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Tarell

Apr 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The castle was amazing. We stayed in the beautiful room it was very spacious & comfortable. All the staff eas very friendly. We eat at restaurant in the castle waiter was excellent & food was amazing. We played croquet on the front lawn & walked the grounds. Was a great pkace. Would return on future trip to Waterford. Did tour at House of Waterford it is a must do if you are in Waterford. Great stay.

10

Rosemary

Oct 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful old castle. Staff very attentive with a lovely resteraunt and included breakfast. Grounds are beautiful and offer the ability for a long hike. Room was comfortable and spacious. Our stay was everything we had hoped for.

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phil

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely beautiful grounds and loved the Shuir Suite. It was fabulous and we enjoyed the excellent dinner and breakfast at the Castle.

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Denis

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice Castle Hotel. The experience is worth the stay. Don’t plan a a good shower, this was an issue. Rooms could do with a little TLC. Even with the above, you won’t regret staying here

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jennifer

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was very authentic like which was what our party was wanting, room on second floor was warm and no air conditioning so beware. They do have a fan. Very cool old building

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CLINTON

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My favorite stay in all of Ireland. Will return! The hotel was absolutely beautiful and the suites were HUGE!!! The property was so beautiful. Staff was incredible and the dinner at Munster Room was fantastic. Highly recommend

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Amy

Oct 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was not as expected. Carpets were very dirty, a few walls showed water damage and the bathroom had no curtains for privacy had to do makeshift out of luggage and clothes. I was surprised by the overall lack of upkeep for our suite, expected more from a luxury hotel for the money. Staff was excellent though!

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Nancy

Dec 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful castle and lovely stay! The grounds are gorgeous, the staff welcoming. We had an amazing dinner and breakfast. Comfy bed, very nice amenities. I only wish we couldve stayed longer

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Lisa

Jun 11, 2024

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Our family had a wonderful stay here. The staff was fantastic. The rooms had unique charm to each of them. We would definitely stay here again.

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Catherine

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our suite was amazing! Beautifully decorated, overlooking the island and water towards town. I definitely recommended and would return on a future visit.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as welcoming, attentive, and accommodating. A few guests experienced slow or transactional restaurant service and occasional check-in confusion.

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Glen

Apr 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent service and hospitality!

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Maria

Jun 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Such a lovely place to stay! The staff was very accommodating for us when we arrived before check in and the grounds are just beautiful!

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Kathleen

Mar 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a slight hiccup while checking in, but it was corrected quickly.

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Peggy

Jun 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing time here! I highly suggest a reservation for dinner in the Munster room. Big shout out to Dylan and David who were inside bar area. They were so kind and helpful. The grounds are absolutely amazing. Definitely a 10/10 experience.

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Lisa

Jun 11, 2024

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Our family had a wonderful stay here. The staff was fantastic. The rooms had unique charm to each of them. We would definitely stay here again.

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Matthew

Apr 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The castle was amazing. The service at the restaurant was poor. Out of several bottle of wine we ordered and slow service. Food was ok. The pigeon was the best part. We only ordered one desert, but we were charged for 2 three-course meals. We were undercharged due to a server hitting the wrong button on the machine, but then we were hounded later that night and the next day to pay the $70 difference. We left a £30 cash tip and the server pocketed that too. Extremely rude and unprofessional. Not how you treat guests when mistakes are made by the staff.

10

Deborah

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Magical! Incredibly accommodating and friendly staff. The breakfast was amazing! We hope to return someday!

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Patricia

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast and staff were outstanding. The bartender/manager Cal was the most accommodating kind man that truly made me feel like a queen!

10

Lori

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is amazing and beautiful. Just like the pictures. The staff is excellent and attentive. The dining experience was wonderful. Golf on property is a bit lacking with dirty carts, not enough rental clubs but the staff was nice and the course was lovely.

8

John

Apr 17, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel and grounds lovely and nothing to complain about cleanliness or physical condition of facilities. Our 5th hotel on Ireland tour and this one all the service seemed "transactional". Checkin and out confusing, last dinner served 7:30, sommelier suggestion for beef course was "any of our red wines ". The island location accessible by ferry only is both romantic and isolating.

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Location

Set on a private island reached by a ferry, with peaceful, scenic grounds. Some enjoyed the seclusion, while others felt it could be isolating.

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Rosemary

Oct 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful old castle. Staff very attentive with a lovely resteraunt and included breakfast. Grounds are beautiful and offer the ability for a long hike. Room was comfortable and spacious. Our stay was everything we had hoped for.

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Deborah

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very beautiful castle hotel and property. It's on its own island and a free ferry brings you across the small river. Lovely. Food is fantastic. Extensive Breakfast is included (except my cappuccino). Staff is great. Romantic. There are large, modern "cottages" (like townhouses) for families or bigger groups.

10

karen E

Apr 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stunning romantic castle in the peace and quiet of a private island

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Elizabeth

Aug 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay in waterford castle was a highlight of our trip to Ireland. Only wish we had stayed longer! It is a beautiful property that is peaceful and relaxing.

10

Paul

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Isolated on an island with wonderful grounds to walk. Very quiet

10

Susanne

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Slotsophold som var fantastisk. Rigtig god restaurant med med i topklasse. Venlig og service-minded personale. Selvom det var på en ø, følte man sig ikke isoleret, da forbindelse til byen var god.

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Jennifer

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The waterford castle did not disappoint! Beautiful property, ferry ride over to the private island and a friendly staff ready to tell you all about the wallabies and deer that share the island! The castle is gorgeous and the food is fine dining at its best! It is a true old castle so expect authenticity and a minor reduction in modern day amenities, but also know it is absolutely worth it! This stay made our trip highly memorable!

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Peter J.

Mar 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It is a lovely place to stay. Being on the island takes you away from the hustle and bustle. We took this as a “pause” from our tour of Ireland. David in the bar and Antonio in the restaurant go out of there way to make sure you enjoy your stay. Feel like an Earl!

10

ANASTASIA

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a wonderful time. It was quiet, beautiful sunset with dolphins

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John

Apr 17, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel and grounds lovely and nothing to complain about cleanliness or physical condition of facilities. Our 5th hotel on Ireland tour and this one all the service seemed "transactional". Checkin and out confusing, last dinner served 7:30, sommelier suggestion for beef course was "any of our red wines ". The island location accessible by ferry only is both romantic and isolating.

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Dining

Breakfast and dinner earn frequent high praise, with several calling meals outstanding. A few noted slow service, limited wine availability, or early last seating.

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phil

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolutely beautiful grounds and loved the Shuir Suite. It was fabulous and we enjoyed the excellent dinner and breakfast at the Castle.

10

CLINTON

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My favorite stay in all of Ireland. Will return! The hotel was absolutely beautiful and the suites were HUGE!!! The property was so beautiful. Staff was incredible and the dinner at Munster Room was fantastic. Highly recommend

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James

Dec 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The castle and the ground are magnificent and the rooms beautiful. I have traveled extensively over the last 40 years, and then that time I have had no finer meal, then was served at the castle for dinner. Clearly the work of one of the finest chefs imaginable.

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Matthew

Apr 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The castle was amazing. The service at the restaurant was poor. Out of several bottle of wine we ordered and slow service. Food was ok. The pigeon was the best part. We only ordered one desert, but we were charged for 2 three-course meals. We were undercharged due to a server hitting the wrong button on the machine, but then we were hounded later that night and the next day to pay the $70 difference. We left a £30 cash tip and the server pocketed that too. Extremely rude and unprofessional. Not how you treat guests when mistakes are made by the staff.

8

Elizabeth

Apr 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful experience But dinner took an hour to be served !! If it were not located on an island I would suggest you eat out and only stay at castle

10

Deborah

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Magical! Incredibly accommodating and friendly staff. The breakfast was amazing! We hope to return someday!

10

Patricia

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The breakfast and staff were outstanding. The bartender/manager Cal was the most accommodating kind man that truly made me feel like a queen!

10

Joseph

Oct 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We've been traveling in Italy for thirteen days and now in Ireland for another nine days. The Waterford Castle has been by far the best hotel we've stayed in regardless of price (Rome was more expensive). The dinner was perhaps the best meal, all things considered we've ever had and I've traveled all over the world. If you want a unique experience where you will be spoiled beyond your expectations, book the Waterford Castle.

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Lori

Sep 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is amazing and beautiful. Just like the pictures. The staff is excellent and attentive. The dining experience was wonderful. Golf on property is a bit lacking with dirty carts, not enough rental clubs but the staff was nice and the course was lovely.

8

John

Apr 17, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel and grounds lovely and nothing to complain about cleanliness or physical condition of facilities. Our 5th hotel on Ireland tour and this one all the service seemed "transactional". Checkin and out confusing, last dinner served 7:30, sommelier suggestion for beef course was "any of our red wines ". The island location accessible by ferry only is both romantic and isolating.

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Month	Average price
January	$489
February	$333
March	$325
April	$351
May	$363
June	$372
July	$407
August	$390
September	$332
October	$322
November	$325
December	$333

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8 $379	9 $373	10 $373	11	12 $484
13 $371	14 $328	15 $295	16 $240	17 $374	18 $489	19 $485
20 $372	21 $375	22 $367	23 $376	24 $375	25 $494	26 $492
27 $318	28 $299	29 $377	30 $383

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $377	2 $313	3 $510
4 $285	5 $285	6 $366	7 $370	8 $278	9 $294	10 $511
11 $265	12 $278	13 $379	14 $285	15 $277	16 $294	17 $323
18 $265	19 $342	20 $265	21 $367	22 $285	23 $512	24 $341
25 $265	26 $371	27 $370	28 $265	29 $265	30 $313	31 $497

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