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The Skipton Hotel

4.0 star property
The Yorkshire Dales offer natural beauty as a backdrop to this hotel's indoor pool, sauna, and steam room, with international cuisine at Baby Swan Restaurant

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The Skipton Hotel - Formerly Hotel Rendezvous sits amid Skipton's charming countryside. Guests consistently praise the breakfast and attentive staff. The Baby Swan Restaurant serves international cuisine, while the terrace hosts a welcoming manager's reception.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
The current price is AED 434
AED 521 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

Room options

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Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a kettle, cups, and a remote control.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a brown padded headboard, a window with curtains, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Canal View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, and a sofa.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Canal View

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

Studio, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a view of the city.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with drawers, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Canal View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with drawers, a chair, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Canal View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a skylight, and a small seating area.

Apartment Split Level

  • Canal view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Skipton, The Skipton Hotel is in the suburbs and on the waterfront. Skipton Castle and Lund's Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ilkley Golf Club and Bingley St. Ives Golf Club. Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway and Hesketh Farm Park are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Skipton travel guide
Map
Keighley Road, Skipton, England, BD23 2TA

What's nearby

  • A historic building with a sign reading "DESBOROUGH" through a window.
    Skipton Castle
    2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • A valley with a lake, rolling hills, and a road.
    Malham Cove
    32 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Northern Dales Farmers Market
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Peninne Boat Trips of Skipton
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Craven Museum and Gallery
    2 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Cononley Station
    7 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    3 min drive
  • The Yorkshireman
    3 min drive
  • The Woolly Sheep Inn
    3 min drive
  • The Devonshire (Wetherspoon)
    3 min drive

About this property

The Skipton Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Yorkshire Dales National Park
  • You can look forward to a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at The Skipton Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Baby Swan Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An indoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
    • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
  • Room features
  • All 96 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • 19-inch TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-Certified Property
  • This property participates in ECOsmart, 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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13 to 17 for adults and GBP 6.50 to 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Baby Swan Restaurant
  • Papa Swan Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,003 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 19-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with 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 following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to December 27:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 13 to 17 for adults, and GBP 6.50 to 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)

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
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Skipton Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Skipton Hotel?

As of 6 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Skipton Hotel on 9 August 2026 start from AED 434, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Skipton Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Skipton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Skipton Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Skipton Hotel located?

Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Northern Dales Farmers Market, Peninne Boat Trips of Skipton, and Craven Museum and Gallery. Skipton Castle and The Mart Theatre are also within 3 mi (5 km). Skipton Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Skipton Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 978 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 978 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 978 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 978 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 978 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Skipton Hotel was well appointed for a short towpath walk to Skipton centre. It had a lovely view, staff were generally helpful, and breakfast was fine. Our room though (a studio on floor 5) was baking hot and when we complained about this we got given an extra fan. It wasn't just that the weather was hot (it was) but the generators and other plant equipment sent heat through the floor into the room making it sauna like. We feel we should have asked to be moved but didn't want to complain when the hotel was so full but we felt that the stay within our room made it impossible to enjoy the stay. We should have asked for a partial refund - repent at leisure, eh?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Desmond

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clearly there’s a leadership issue at this hotel. The Staff were nice but clearly not well trained or motivated. Long check in line with no other staff available or skilled to attend the other checkin counter. An elderly couple needed help with bags but none of the Staff around offered. Same for us when leaving no one helped. There seems to be around 100 doors along each corridor which require manual open … why ? Bad for clients with bags but poor cleaning staff. Old smelly carpets. Dirty shower. All this and they insisted on charging for an early checkin when we had 17 booked into their restaurant. Unfortunately it’s all Skipton has in terms of large hotel and guests have to get on with the inconveniences. Who is in charge and why are they never visible ?!?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff were slow in dining room. Felt the menu could be more varied.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 3 nights to explore Skipton and the Dales. The hotel is situated a distance from Skipton centre. It is a pleasant half hour walk along the canal towpath into town or a 5 min drive. The hotel is large, with carpark and with various room styles. It fronts onto a busy road so best to ask for a back facing room with a window view. Our room was on the 5th floor up in the eaves, with a velux window, no view, and was very tired and outdated especially the 90s style, grey bathroom. Website photos can be deceiving. The conservatory restaurant was very nice, overlooking the canal and passing barges,, but quality of evening food lacking, though breakfast was better with plenty of choice. There is a good sized bar area, though staff in short supply. Didn't try the gym or pool. Won't be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Great position by the canal. Good walk along canal path into Skipton. Enjoyed early morning swim in hotel pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately this stay was not enjoyable at all. The place overall is very run down, the bed is an old springy bed with huge "roll together" and so soft you end up touching the base. The air conditioning didn't work, the windows hardly open at all due to security reasons and the room was stifling hot and very stuffy which resulted in next to no sleep. She would have been stunning in her day, but it's long, long gone. Not worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

sonia

When we arrived at the reception desk the person at the desk was very polite but then it went down hill some of the staff are unapproachable this is not the hotel we came to three years ago the breakfast was alright the room was basic there was no fridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel is first class.We only wished we had stayed another night.We will certainly be back the first chance we get. Many thanks to all the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large free car park. Staff were super friendly and soon sorted out some room problems. Dining area has been recently refurbished with a pleasant outlook over the canal. Corridor areas and the rooms we stayed in, although clean, large and functional seemed a bit tired and in need of a refurb. Powerful shower. Lift doesn't go to all floors. Doesn't seem to have Air conditioning. Breakfast was fine. Good location about 1 mile from Skipton town centre. Bus stop opposite takes you into Skipton if you don't want to drive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big room hotel staff friendly bar excellent restaurant fine close to all amenities buses ect into Skipton definitely recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Maralyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing. More warnings should be provided on the availability of the pool (as there are so many children’s lessons). Very hot and an ambient stale smell in common areas. Felt a bit like a care home for walkers. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Staff & service
Location perfect for our group get together - 30 mins stroll into Skipton. Breakfast good however staff need more training in replenishment of items Dinner OK - very expensive for what it was as were drinks. Service not great as order taken incorrectly meaning one of our group got his meal later than the rest - they didn't charge him for it. Reception staff very good & helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room small but well equipped, bar had lots of choice but surprised at room price when it is advertised on their web site as a lot less than i paid. Didnt even get breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful, also the rooms were good for us as a family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
The Skipton needs updating. The shower curtain rail was held together with duct tape and falling off the wall. The bath traps would not turn off without serious effort.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent staff, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and efficient-particularly the reception staff. We were very fortunate to be given an upgrade-very exciting! This meant a canal view room which was lovely, much quieter than the front of the building. The hotel appears to be undergoing a programme of refurbishment and the dining room is much improved. Unfortunately the same could not be said of the breakfast. It was disappointing that there was only sliced bread available. The slices of cheese were hard and curled and looked most unappetising. The hotel is set in lovely surroundings and the walk along the canal into Skipton is a pretty one, where we saw jumping lambs, ducks, geese, swans and an otter. We always enjoy our stays here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness
Hotel is OK. A bit tired in parts though. I paid for a room with a canal view which I could see - if I looked beyond the large number of big bins full of dirty sheets and some car parking spaces. I also asked for a quiet room when I made my booking, again when I completed their online check in and also when I arrived at the hotel. I was given room 308 which has a door to another room. Through this door I could hear everything that was happening next door including the gentleman snoring and coughing, it was like he was in my room! I would not book here again. The corridors are a bit tired and incredibly hot. Car park is large and free for guests. View in the distance beyond the canal is attractive. Staff were all friendly. Didn't think it was value for money though because of the noise from the next door room which resulted in a very poor night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Lovely breakfast.Staff very pleasant and helpful. Parking difficult.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are a family of 5 so stayed in the party suite as would otherwise need 2 rooms. It was absolutely superb. So spacious with loads of amenities. Best hotel room we’ve ever had. Staff lovely and location perfect. Fabulous stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good. Clean room. Staff good. Breakfast had all that was needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

BARRIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast disappointing evening meal (pizza). Staff excellent and room very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very sweet and gave us late check out. The room was older, leaky shower head, cracks in sink. Not a nice place to stay for more than passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026