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Best Western Plus Buckingham International

4.0 star property
Victorian Melbourne hotel in Highett with free parking

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Outdoor spa tub
Front of property
Executive Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
Three Bedroom Townhouse | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Room service
  • Pool
The price is AED 323
AED 355 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 January 2025

Perks for members at select top-rated stays

Our Silver and Gold members get perks at select VIP Access properties, on top of exceptional service.
Silver tier member
A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
Gold tier member
Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment 1 Queen and 1 Twin Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

One Bedroom Apartment 1 Queen and 1 Twin Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Executive Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Apartment, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Three Bedroom Townhouse | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Three Bedroom Townhouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Compact Double | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Compact Double

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Egyptian cotton linens
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Three Bedroom Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Three Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Executive Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Free Wi-Fi, 42 Inch Lcd Television, Cable Tv, Mini Bar, Air-Conditioned

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Compact Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

1 Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Free Wi-Fi, 42 Inch Lcd Television, Cable Tv, Air-Conditioned

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

1 Single Bed, Non-Smoking, Standard Room, Flat Screen Television, Garden View, Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

1 Queen 2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Free Wi-Fi, 42 Inch Lcd Television, Cable Tv, Mini Bar, Air-Conditioned

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Executive Triple room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

1 Queen 2 Single Beds, Non-Smoking, Superior Room, Family Room, Interconnecting Rooms, 42 Inch Lcd Television, Air-Conditioned

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Spa Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 Double Bed, Non-Smoking, Standard Room, Flat Screen Television, Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Free Parking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment-Queen Bed, Non-Smoking, One Bedroom, Kitchen, Lounge, Wi-Fi, Free Parking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Apartment-1 Queen 1 Single Bed, Non-Smoking, One Bedroom, Kitchen, Lounge, Wi-Fi, Free Parking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Exterior

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Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
The price is AED 302
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 January 2025
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About the neighborhood

Map
1130 Nepean Highway, Highett, VIC, 3190

What's nearby

  • Southland Shopping Centre - 15 min walk
  • Royal Melbourne Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Moorabin Hospital - 6 min drive
  • Chadstone Shopping Mall - 10 min drive
  • Brighton Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Highett Station - 6 min walk
  • Dandenong Station - 16 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Southside Billys - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bad Shepherd Brewing Co. - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪SpudBAR - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hunky Dory Fish & Chips Highett - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Buckingham International

Upscale family-friendly hotel near Southland Shopping Centre
Located close to Victoria Golf Club and Royal Melbourne Golf Club, Best Western Plus Buckingham International provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the spa tub. The on-site French cuisine restaurant, Deux Soeurs, offers breakfast, dinner, and happy hour. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 73 individually decorated rooms feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Toasters, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi, Indonesian, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–9:30 AM: AUD 25.50 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Deux Soeurs

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (2788 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Braille signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 20 2024 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 50 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 25.50 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per day

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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, 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)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Buckingham International have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Buckingham International pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Buckingham International?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Buckingham International?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Buckingham International?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Buckingham International located?

This family-friendly Melbourne hotel is located near the airport, within 2 mi (3 km) of Southland Shopping Centre and Victoria Golf Club. The Kingston Centre and Royal Melbourne Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km). Highett Station is 6 minutes by foot and Moorabbin Station is 24 minutes.

Best Western Plus Buckingham International Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 398 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

6/10 Okay

timothee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were great as usual but the building/rooms aren’t what they used to be. Unfortunately the Buckingham is looking run down. Very noisy with tvs going all night and people smoking and talking outside til all hours.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

But

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We are seniors and difficult to go upstairs with the luggage, the staff was nice enough to upgrade our room to ground floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Sean

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
World’s smallest rooms unless you were in Japan where you’d expect the rooms to be small AF. Free WiFi is only a bonus if the WiFi works. Most of the premises is undergoing renovation which is much needed. Wouldn’t recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

6/10 Okay

susan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was easy to get to. The breakfast was decent. I would have hoped that the laundry facilities did not have an open and close time. This made it difficult to wash clothes within the allowed “open” time. Preferable to make the laundry open 24 hrs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

mario

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is undergoing renovations, it is a cute charming hotel, clean with a very nice French restaurant. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stay here often. Our only problem was we were in an executive room which had a king bed which we thought was going to be great but the bed was so hard and uncomfortable we had a very bad sleep. We usually find the beds we’ve had before fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelynne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Arrived tried to get in for dinner told booked out I am only one person? Couldn’t get a drink at bar? Had to walk down road to get food and drink . As a gold member this is not good enough!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Fallan

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lady on reception was lovely and accommodating but the place itself was dark, and outdated. For what I paid I was disappointed with the room we got as it didn’t look like the picture. I left my phone charger there and contacted staff, they said they would send it back at my expense to which it hasn’t arrived. It’s been 3 weeks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe and helpful staff. Just make sure tradies wait until 10am to drill on a Sunday morning
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to gain entry.. swipe card on wrong side of gate and long drive past to do U-turn access via service road .
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark and Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location if you’ve got friends, family or work nearby. Easy walk to rail station via cool cafes, restaurants, shops. Longer walk to Westfield mall. Older property well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Omar, Green Valley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Buckingham International has a great room, clean and tidy. Location is amazing on Nepean Highway. Close to many attractions and close to the city. My only note was about sound/noise isolation in the room. I could hear water flushing and running from the room above. Service and staff were fantastic and always available for help.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything. A great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Carmel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thought we had booked a 3 bedroom apartment but was a house separate to the motel complex. Not fatal but would like to have known prior to arrival. Kitchen great but lacking in kitchen utensils, cups, glasses, plates, saucepans. House was cold and had to run the split system heating, an oil heater and fan constantly to keep the house warm. Otherwise was a very enjoyable stay and staff were great and accommodating. Would definitely stay again but on the motel site.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne, Penicuik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and tidy. Minimal seating space in the living part of the apartment. Just felt ‘tired’ here and there (e.g., reception). Problem with double booking on arrival. Staff didn’t seem too keen to help. As I’d booked vie Expedia - it was up to me!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Allistair

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The convenience of where it is why we stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Leanne

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and quiet room. Friendly and accommodating staff. Convenient location with off street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

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

10/10 Excellent

April

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

george

Liked: Staff & service
Just okay
Very average room. Needs upgrade of furniture. Shower head too high and not adjustable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024