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Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

2.5 star property
The Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's offers thoughtful touches for relaxation - from the lobby fireplace to a dedicated children's pool

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Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's (Rochester)
Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (Living Room) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds - Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's (Rochester)
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds - Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's (Rochester)
Free daily full breakfast - Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's (Rochester)
Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds - Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's (Rochester)
Families and medical travelers find welcome respite at this practical Rochester hotel. The lobby fireplace offers a cozy spot to unwind, kids enjoy their own pool area with sun loungers, and an arcade/game room completes the family-friendly amenities for guests of all ages.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Single Sofabed) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Poolside (with Single Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Single Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (with Single Sofabed) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (with Single Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only;with Single Sofabed) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only;with Single Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Shower Only;with Single Sofabed) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Shower Only;with Single Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Living Room)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Pool View (with Single Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (Living Room) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View (Living Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside (Living Room) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside (Living Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside (with Single Sofabed) | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside (with Single Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Poolside (with Single Sofabed)

Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Poolside (with Single Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Rochester, Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's is in a shopping district. Apache Mall and Plummer House are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Rochester travel guide
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1517 16th St Sw, Rochester, MN, 55902

What's nearby

  • Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
    Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
    Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Apache Mall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Plummer House
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Olmsted County Fairgrounds
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rochester, MN (RST-Rochester Intl.)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    3 min drive
  • Hy-Chi
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    16 min walk
  • HuHot Mongolian Grill
    16 min walk
  • Dave's Hot Chicken
    3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

Family-friendly hotel near Apache Mall
Located close to Plummer House and Mayo Clinic, Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's provides free full breakfast, an arcade/game room, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Wildwood Sports Bar, offers lunch, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • ATM/banking services, wedding services, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 149 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Wildwood Sports Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of USD 75.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 50 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 75.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 75.00 per stay and a fee of USD 40.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 35.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's located?

This family-friendly Rochester hotel is located in a shopping district, within 2 mi (3 km) of Apache Mall and Plummer House. Mayo Clinic is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 886 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 886 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 886 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 886 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 886 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, reasonably comfortable, and priced fairly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean. Amenities were nice. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and the staff was super friendly. We were there for two nights, and all of our requests were met.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Great staff. Awesome amenities. Solid breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My bed was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cassidy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was super simple & easy, the room was great, pool was nice the floors could use a little cleaning around the pool. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and rooms were fine. Staff was very good. Definitely had the smell of a waterpark throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to family for our Christmas trip and our daughter loved the small slide and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Smelled clean. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is very clean. Hallways needed to be vacuumed but could have been due to weather. Polite staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Clean room. Comfortable beds…pillows not so much.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very nice. The rooms were spacious. The indoor waterpark looked fun, but it made every inch of the hotel very humid and smell like a chlorine bomb went off. I’m really sensitive to chlorine/bleach smells, so it was challenging to be in my room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing value for the price point. The pool and breakfast were excellent. Staff was helpful and friendly. Overall great place to bring my family.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff was very friendly. Excellent continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paulette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in staff helped us check in early. Great job good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jimmie

Nice room, hot tub not working
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great from the room to breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Freindly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire property smelled strongly of chlorine from the pool. That included in our room. My friend had irritated eyes and sinuses from it. I had a bad headache. It's a nice property with a great staff, but something needs to be done about the smell.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Bob

Disliked: Staff & service
Very dirt carpets. Bathtub has been painted over and chipped. Both the toilet and tub drains do t work . Pool staff very rude. Breakfast is horrible. Beds are hard and they say a queen but are full size
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property employees are nice and room was nice. Easy parking and a great bar and grill. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025