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Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre

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Indoor pool
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Food and drink
Front of property
Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
The current price is AU$397
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July

Explore the area

Map
8 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland, IV3 5NG
  • Inverness Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Inverness Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Eden Court Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, View

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, View

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Cozy Room;Small Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Small Cosy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Interior

Executive River Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

1 Double Bed, Standard Room, Free High Speed Internet, Comfort, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Interior

Executive River Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Bathroom amenities

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Inverness

Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa puts you in the heart of Inverness, within steps of Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at Sleeping Beauty Spa can include massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with aromatherapy and mani/pedis. Brasserie serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and sauna. Meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Inverness City Centre hotel include Inverness Cathedral and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre.

What's nearby

  • Inverness Museum and Art Gallery - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inverness Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Victorian Market - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eden Court Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 11 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Milk Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Xoko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Foxes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Tavern - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa

Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A fitness centre, spa services, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at the eco-certified Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Inverness hotel is smoke free.

  • 110 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • 30 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa offers 110 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Inverness hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Sleeping Beauty Spa has 2 treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

The spa is open selected days. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Polish, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (GBP 10 per stay)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 10 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 14.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Brasserie

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Children's games
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open select days

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
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (64 centimetre high)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property also serves Jain vegetarian food. Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and from GBP 14.95 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 10 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Best Western Palace Hotel
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Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel Inverness
Inverness Best Western
BEST WESTERN Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Scotland
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa has a free self car park. Additionally there is valet parking for GBP 10 per stay. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

As of 30 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa on 3 July 2025 start from AU$396.84, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

The closest beach to Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa is Dores Beach (12.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Sleeping Beauty Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials.

Does Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa has a pool and an indoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is available weekdays from 7 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

No, Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa?

There isn't one on site, but Torvean Golf Club is a short 16-minute walk away.

Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 954 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 954 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 954 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 954 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 954 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Fergus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one small complaint. Too little parking on site. Permit Parking is available nearby but it could be closer
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Riccardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location & good facilities & good rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel and facilities on yhe banks of loch ness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arron

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Excellent hotel in the centre of Inverness

Excellent hotel, helpful, friendly staff. We had lunch in the brasserie which was delicious. Highly recommended. The spa was lovely and very clean. We had a cozy double room which was exactly as expected. Right in the heart of Inverness. We will definitely be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Won’t be back.

No mention of extensive external works being carried out for a prolonged period of time. Scaffolding surrounding the building - not only a safety concern for the bedroom window, poor views of Inverness. The “car park” facility is compromised by the works. Having many of the spaces taken up by building supply storage. Had to use a public car park - paid for. Travelling for work means that I don’t want to be far from my vehicle or have supplies with me. The reason for choosing this hotel was the onsite parking. Which was not adequate. Bed was a very small double - extremely uncomfortable. Was asked twice regarding coffee and toast. Never came. Sausages were gristly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Great location. It has very limited parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

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

Palace

Loovely hotel i am just fussy thing bathroom should have hand rail in shower as i am very unstead on feet but not safe for older people even although they gave me a shower mat but not very long as walk in shower was long . The bathroom could do with hooks for hanging wet towels as no where to put all the towels just one towel rail but hotel seems nice i am just fussy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Walking distance to city centre and Eden Court Could have done with a bigger bed but it looks like beds were being replaced as we left
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked so much I would go back again Very pleasant staff, and location was good Perfect stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay on my way to Orkney
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karin

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff are great, pool is nice, room was comfortable. Bit of noise transference between floors (ceiling very creaky if someone walking in room above) but otherwise it was great. Parking at hotel is limited but there is a reasonable workaround (getting permit to park in nearby car park). Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Room is alright for the price

The room was adequate, the bathroom wasn’t the cleanest, the hooks to keep the shower curtain up were mouldy. There were marks all down the walls that looked like water running down them.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raffaele

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please stay. The gym/spa area was a nice extra. And rooms were clean and a good size. The only comment would be the pad rather than mattress on the beds. Very strange. Otherwise a nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is in an excellent location. The room we had was overlooking the river and castle so we were very lucky. We were going to a show at the Eden Court theatre which was only a short walk away. My only criticism is the lack of parking for guests staying at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely room albeit with scaffolding outside our window Leisure facilities were very nice and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

miss l

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

My weekend away.

Great location. Hotel is beautifully clean and cosy. Only issue maybe was the parking situation. Only a few spaces available that we never managed to park in. There were a few parking spaces a few minutes walk away that had been allocated for the hotel but not ideal if you’re elderly or disabled. Overall a very happy customer who had a relaxing stress free stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great facilities would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025