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Grand Hyatt Washington

4.0 star property
Central Washington hotel connected to a rail/subway station, steps from CityCenterDC

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Grand Hyatt Washington, in CityCenterDC, offers a refined base with practical amenities. Enjoy a coffee shop, 24-hour gym, and two restaurants serving all day. Rooms include free WiFi, and the helpful staff can guide you to nearby shopping areas.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Living area | 55-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Grand Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Atrium View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Room, 2 Double Beds (Atrium View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Club Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Club Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Shower) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand, Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Grand, Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 87 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3

King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Accessible Two Double Room with Tub

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Accessible King Room with Shower

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds (High Floor)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Conference Suite

  • Sleeps 4

High Floor Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

King Room-High Floor

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Two Double Room with Atrium View

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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King Room with Atrium View

  • Sleeps 3

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Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Club King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Club Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC, 20001

What's nearby

  • CityCenterDC - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ford's Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Capital One Arena - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Center Station - 3 min walk
  • Washington Union Station - 8 min drive
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatte - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Estuary - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maman - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dolcezza Gelato - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cure Bar & Bistro - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Grand Hyatt Washington

Upscale hotel near CityCenterDC
Located close to Ford's Theater and Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Grand Hyatt Washington provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and French cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a business center.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a front-desk safe
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 897 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and free cribs/infant beds
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, recycling, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 45 per night)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 76.70 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 32 to 45 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cabinet
  • Cure Bar and Bistro
  • Cure Bar and Bistro
  • Starbucks Reserve

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 44,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Built in 1987
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from November 10 2025 to January 18 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Meeting facilities
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 34.79 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 32 to 45 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45 per night
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 76.70 per night (in/out privileges)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
It is Hyatt’s practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy. Appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom.

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Grand Hyatt Washington
Grand Hyatt Washington Hotel
Washington Grand Hyatt
Grand Hyatt Washington Dc
Grand Hyatt Washington Hotel Washington Dc
Hyatt Washington Dc
Washington Dc Hyatt
Grand Hyatt Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Hyatt Washington pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 45 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 76.70 per night.

What time is check-in at Grand Hyatt Washington?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Grand Hyatt Washington?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grand Hyatt Washington located?

Located in Downtown Washington D.C., this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of CityCenterDC, Ford's Theater, and Walter E. Washington Convention Center. White House and Washington Monument are also within 1 mi (2 km). Center Station is only a 3-minute walk and Gallery Place Chinatown Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Grand Hyatt Washington Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 725 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1078 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1078 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is incredibly helpful, friendly and very professional. Have really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was very nice, clean and spacious rooms. The location is very convenient, minutes to public parking garage, restaurants and luxury shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

adriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amaizing hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nevada Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the convenience of the metro being steps away and also having a Starbucks in the lobby. The construction next door / outside our window was pretty loud in the early hours (jackhammers) but we didn’t notice construction noise from our hotel until we left the room. Staff was pleasant and helpful. We had an issue with our bathroom sink clogging and they came right away to fix it. We would stay here again because of location and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel. Location amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vladyslava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel with perfect location , nice restaurant and quiet big rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great trip
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel can’t wait to come back !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service from all the Staff Will come back again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma Cecile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great.Walkable to national mall, china town and capital one arena. Lots of dining option around. Staff are friendly and accommodating.Breakfast has good options from cereal, to oats, hot breakfast:eggs, bacon, sausage, variety of cold cuts and cheese..just to name a few.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our room, breakfast and the lobby was amazing - the staff from the cabinet wait staff, valets, front desk, concierge and bell as well as housekeeping were all exceptional
Lobby near elevators
Lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jas no breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
High-end hotel, conveniently located and walkable to DC attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the easy access to the metro and how clean the hotel was! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was absolutely amazing. The staff was very friendly and the rooms were clean and well-maintained. I would definitely come back here to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay

The hotel is in a great location to see the sites, close to the national mall. Excellent hotel. We particularly enjoyed the Club Lounge, with great food for breakfast and in the evening, and very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Renovated hotel..
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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