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Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar

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1461 Duck Rd, Kitty Hawk, NC, 27949
  • The Sanderling Spa
    2 min walk
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center
    7 min drive
  • Kimball's Kitchen
    1 min walk
  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional)
    54 min drive

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 3 Bedrooms (Swan, Vacation Home)

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Swan, Vacation Home)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Two Queens

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Poolside King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 3 Bedrooms (Harris Vacation Home)

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Harris Vacation Home)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 3 Bedrooms (Griggs Vacation Home)

Room, 3 Bedrooms (Griggs Vacation Home)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Premium King

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 4 Bedrooms (Renovated - Sandpiper, Vacation Home)

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Renovated - Sandpiper, Vacation Home)

  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Room, Ocean View (Two Queens)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Sunset View)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Sunset View)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite, Ocean View, Corner (King)

Junior Suite, Ocean View, Corner (King)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Sunset View)

Room, 1 King Bed (Sunset View)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Suite (Oceanside)

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Poolside Two Queens

Poolside Two Queens

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, Corner (Sunset View)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

Suite, Lanai, Poolside (Firepit)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite (Sunset View)

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, Ocean View

Junior Suite, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite (Ocean to Sound) | Living area

Presidential Suite (Ocean to Sound)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room, 4 Bedrooms (Evans, Vacation Home)

Room, 4 Bedrooms (Evans, Vacation Home)

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Vacation Home)

House, 6 Bedrooms (Caffey, Vacation Home)

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 16
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

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When you stay at Sanderling Resort in Kitty Hawk, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Outer Banks Beaches and The Sanderling Spa. .This beach hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Nor'Banks Sailing and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Tar Cove Marsh.

What's nearby

  • The Sanderling Spa - 2 min walk
  • Currituck Outer Banks Visitor's Center - 7 min drive
  • Duck Boardwalk - 7 min drive
  • Currituck Golf Club - 10 min drive
  • Digger's Dungeon - Home of Grave Digger - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Manteo, NC (MEO-Dare County Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flippers - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Off The Wall Tap House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duck Donuts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille & Raw Bar - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Sanderling Resort

Waterfront hotel with a fitness center
Sanderling Resort offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. 27-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 spa tubs are on site. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

Guests under 21 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 9 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 129 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, as well as phones with free local calls.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 spa tubs, and a steam room. This hotel also features concierge services, gift shops/newsstands, and a hair salon.
Satisfy your appetite with local cuisine at Lifesaving Station, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 8 meeting rooms.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Lifesaving Station - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Kimball's Kitchen - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Sandbar - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open select days.
Beach House Bar - Onsite lobby lounge. Open select days.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired Internet

Parking and public transport

  • On-site parking available only on request
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM: USD 15-30 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Lifesaving Station
  • Kimball's Kitchen
  • Sandbar
  • Beach House Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 hot tubs
  • Beach yoga
  • Bike rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Hair salon
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms - 8

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beachfront location
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - prenatal
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage - Thai
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Lift
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Roll-in shower
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs available on site

More

  • Beach towels
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Entertainment

  • 27-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

More

  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 300 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children 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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 39 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 300 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 21 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility

Property is also known as

Sanderling Resort Duck
Sanderling Duck
Sanderling Resort
Sanderling Resort Duck
Sanderling Hotel Duck
Sanderling Resort Duck, NC - Outer Banks
The Sanderling
The Sanderling
Sanderling Resort Hotel
Sanderling Resort Kitty Hawk
Sanderling Resort Hotel Kitty Hawk

Sanderling Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 464 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 464 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Judi

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
I have stayed numerous times prior to this visit. It is sad to see the condition of the property - peeling paint, worn carpets, very worn furniture. No bell staff out front to help 2 ladies with luggage up steps. No staff available to assist with umbrellas and chairs on beach and not enough umbrellas for number of guests on the beach. In summary, this property is in serious need of renovation. We love coming here and look forward to future improvements, (hopefully).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jodi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a little dated, but overall great water. Food was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful and Chic OBX Hotel
I am blown away by the sanderling. What a beautiful resort. I understand it needs some updates and will undergo a renovation in November, but this hotel is absolutely wonderful. Beachfront with many dining options and remains chic and timeless. We will be coming every year now.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Allie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We like the location of this property. Overpriced rooms for the condition and amenities of property. Food in the restaurant is good quality (breakfast and dinner). Service was slow, we were told this is because it was close to end of season (mid-August) and that the servers were tired. No beach service, chairs and umbrellas are out for you to place. Each day the waves washed up onto the shore during high tide and washed into umbrellas and chairs. When the wind picked up it blew umbrellas over and along the beach. Think it would be safe if there was a beach attendant to keep an eye on these things. Towels at the resort (family) pool ran out daily. Overall, we would stay again because of location and that this is the only hotel to choose from for the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding and the bed/mattress and pillows were the best ever!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay at The Sanderling, it was a late Summer quiet vibe which was perfect. Some areas are a little worn and could use some updating but overall a great long weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very accommodating and well trained staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was extremely helpful and friendly Convenient to everything The food at both restaurants was outstanding
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Do not recommend
I stayed at the sanderling for the first time in 2017 and had a wonderful stay, however my recent stay found the hotel in a state of disrepair with unhappy employees. The property has not been maintained to its former standards. The walls are heavily marked with wear and tear, and the carpets are stained and way overdue for replacement. The walls of our room were spotted with various spills and suitcase scuffs. I stepped on an open safety pin and noticed used tissues under the bed. It was also clear the hallways and rooms had not been vacuumed in some time. Yes, the location is beautiful, but there is nothing luxury about this property. This once-grand resort now feels more like a neglected afterthought. It’s disappointing to see a place with so much potential fall so far from its former glory. At checkout I voiced my concerns to management only to receive lip service from about a renovation beginning in November, however, the hotel is not in any condition to accept reservations and host guests, especially at the price point they are charging. Ultimately the manager waived the resort fee - which I expected since we had to carry our own beach chairs and umbrellas out to the beach and there were rarely beach/pool towels available. Finally, we booked a king room through hotels.com but were given a room with two queen beds. The manager informed me that the property could not guarantee room types booked via third party, which I have never heard of before.
Splatters on the wall above the trash can in our room
Heavily stained and worn hallway carpet and moldy window
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The condition of the property and facilities are tired and worn. The room however was clean and the bed was comfortable. Lack of a resort feel despite the resort fees. The building exterior requires capital needs (worn siding and deteriorating roof and wood). The pool furniture was broken and very dated. The location is good, and this is likely the reason the resort has been able to maintain occupancy without making necessary building and furniture upgrades.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Love the adult only pool and hot tub!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time in Outer Banks. This resort was beautiful and everything was just so convenient. They helped us plan off-site activities. The food was excellent. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

michael, Potomac

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. The property definitely needs renovation. It has a lot of potential with multiple restaurants and ideal location. Also they need more beach chairs . There is no one directly on the beach at all time setting up umbrellas. Finally, if anybody has allergies to animals they do allow dogs in every single room of the hotel. I believe renovation is pending next year so would love to revisit when it does.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

summer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that they had an adult pool and hot tub separate from kids.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024