Name: Barker's Island Inn Resort
Address: 300 Marina Drive, Superior, 54880, US

6/10

Pleasant

02 Aug 2026

Gary

Good

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2026

David

Thank you for a great stay.

2/10

Poor

30 Jul 2026

Joaquin

Lots of bugs in room, mold in bathrooms, broken vending, no breakfast, pool not clean

8/10

Excellent

28 Jul 2026

Brenda

You could tell that in it's day this place was a great hotel, but it is tired and in need of some TLC. The staff seemed less than enthused about working here, and no where did it say that the restaurant was closed for breakfast... we only found out at 7am that we had to go somewhere else. We did eat in the lounge for supper, which was tasty, but we sat there for 15 minutes before even getting a hello from the only waitress on staff. It was NOT busy(and we were right next to the bar), but it seemed like she was more interested in serving the regular locals than strangers from out of town, Once she did come, she was pleasant and efficient. Not sure if she didn't realize how long we sat there, but I was a server for 18 years, and I usually don't criticize. Anyway, it was a nice place, got to sit at the beach and enjoy people-watching. But the smoke from fires rolled in the next day and you couldn't see much after that. I was still glad that we made the trek to Barkers Island Resort, and we did make use of the pool as well. I would recommend them, but there is room for improvement.

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jul 2026

Christina

Tv didn’t work but desk clerk promptly came to room to fix by bringing in the tv remote (to be used with universal remote). Had to reset every time tv was turned off. Appreciate a/c being on (very hot day) but room was 58 degrees. Adjusted a/c & room was comfortable after couple hours. Had lake view room but window very dirty. Rest of room was clean. Staff awesome - guessing they’re having difficulty finding good help.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2026

Richard

Friendly staff

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jul 2026

Michael

I did enjoy the location, easy access to main road into Duluth. My only real complaint is the mattress, 170.00 a night paid only 1 out of 2 beds decent. Would be a gamble to try there again.

4/10

Poor

25 Jul 2026

Laura

The location is the only thing about this hotel that I liked. My room was not clean. There was mold in my shower and a clump of hair in the drain. There was no cover on the toilet. When I came back to my room after being gone all day, someone had left some new towels but didn’t replace the shower mat or tidy the bed or really cleaned up at all. The towels and sheets seemed pretty tired. The place is in desperate need up updating and seems very understaffed.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2026

Dorothea

We were there to visit Family and all we basically were looking for was a bed and the TV that worked so that we could enjoy our time together. We enjoyed it.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2026

Heidi

We wanted to use the Hot Tub and Pool. Very rowdy kids with parents right there. Also parents had very young kids in hot tub with what looked like diapers on.

8/10

Excellent

22 Jul 2026

Ann

Live music. Good food. Comfortable beds. Very clean. Would have liked entrance doors closer to my room and more extended pool hours.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2026

Thomas

Our stay at Barker’s Island Inn was truly wonderful. The location is absolutely beautiful, with peaceful waterfront views and easy access to everything around Superior and Duluth. The room was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay.

What really made this place stand out, though, was the staff. Every single person we interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely cared that we had a great experience. They treated us like valued guests instead of just another reservation, and that kind of hospitality is becoming harder to find.

We also enjoyed the amenities, especially the pool and hot tub, and appreciated having a restaurant on-site. The entire property has a relaxing atmosphere that made it easy to unwind after a day of exploring.

Thank you to everyone at Barker’s Island Inn for making our trip memorable. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again and will gladly recommend it to family and friends. If you’re looking for a comfortable lakeside stay with exceptional customer service, Barker’s Island Inn is an excellent choice.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2026

Thomas

Our stay at Barker’s Island Inn was truly wonderful. The location is absolutely beautiful, with peaceful waterfront views and easy access to everything around Superior and Duluth. The room was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay.

What really made this place stand out, though, was the staff. Every single person we interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely cared that we had a great experience. They treated us like valued guests instead of just another reservation, and that kind of hospitality is becoming harder to find.

We also enjoyed the amenities, especially the pool and hot tub, and appreciated having a restaurant on-site. The entire property has a relaxing atmosphere that made it easy to unwind after a day of exploring.

Thank you to everyone at Barker’s Island Inn for making our trip memorable. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again and will gladly recommend it to family and friends. If you’re looking for a comfortable lakeside stay with exceptional customer service, Barker’s Island Inn is an excellent choice.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2026

Allan

Complementary breakfast lef a lot to be desired. Mostly out of most items. Little variety.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Jul 2026

Mary Ann

Older, popular inn with dated decor. Restaurant and full bar with good service on site. However, the mattress in my room was very old and horribly uncomfortable.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2026

Robert

Great deal and location near the lake. Very helpful & friendly staff!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jul 2026

Kristin

Cool location & clean rooms, but definitely in need of some updating.

Partner

4/10

Poor

13 Jul 2026

Annette

The tub didn't drain while taking a shower and maintenance could look at it first thing in the morning. Doesn't help us clean after the pool and sweating in heat. Someone's pet pooped in pool area, the pool area wasn't cleaned nightly. Dirty towels were left over night on chairs The fridge had black mold in it. Our bedsheets were on inside out made us question if clean. No handicap parking by all doors. You could park in handicap walk all the way to back of hotel which was a haul.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2026

Rebecca

The curb appeal and entrance had us super excited. It feels very nice. But, then the walk to our room, and the room itself, were where the reality of our price paid hit. Very dated. Bathroom grout was dingy. Definitely not \"nice\", but bed was comfortable and we slept well.
Breakfast was frozen sandwiches or cereal. Was hoping for a pastry and fruit, as that seems more \"grab and go\" than waiting for the microwave to warm something up.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jul 2026

Timothy

Could use a makeover. Dim hallways. Old furniture in the rooms.it was ok. Over priced.

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jul 2026

Wendy

The place was okay for what we needed for the night. It’s a dated building and the cleaner missed some obvious things in our room. The outdoor area is beautiful for a walk but the view from our room wasn’t as great as I hoped.

Friends_and_family Friends

4/10

Poor

09 Jul 2026

Sharon

We didnt stay, after getting to our room and seeing how old and out dated it is, we checked out. The hotel is very old, but it was clean.

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jul 2026

Brenda

Old and dingy

Partner

4/10

Poor

08 Jul 2026

Christina

There was pee on the toilet lid that had not been cleaned. Sheets also had stains on them. Lumpy bed.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2026

Janet

It was a great experience.The staff were so very friendly.The rooms were nice and clean.We loved the full time.They let you bring whatever you want into the pool.The hot tub is amazing.The sauna was amazing.I recommend going here

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jul 2026

Chris

Unfortunately the hotel is really starting to show its age. We had a two queen room. One of the beds would sink 5” in the middle when weight was applied to it. There was a fair amount of mold in the bathroom especially around the shower and ceiling. The electronic key reader on the door failed to read the key if it wasn’t used every couple hours. We made many trips to the front desk to get the room key reprogrammed. Other guests had the same issues with keys. Most of the staff was very nice. The pool area is very dated but fairly clean. Half of the games in the “arcade don’t work but take the kids money.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

06 Jul 2026

Jeremy

The bar only had one tap beer, it was alright. the room was fine, mostly clean and had a view of the lake, could almost see the fireworks from the window. I did not check out the breakfast, the pool and hot tub looked nice, I wish I would have noticed the sauna earlier in the night, that may have been nice. it was a work trip so I was just happy to have a fairly comfy bed and pillow to lay on after driving and working.

Self

4/10

Poor

05 Jul 2026

MacKenna

No one there to help us check in had to go to the bar. Dated facility. Paint peeling. Pool hours were not the same as we were told. No pool towels even available when we did go. Doors slammed all night long. Awful.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

05 Jul 2026

Deb

Nice bar and patio. Good bartenders. Front desk was problematic. The handicapped lady at the front desk could not communicate well and seemed to be clueless about all of the things required to do her job well. Just shrugged her shoulders at any of our questions. Overall it clouded the experience and we will probably not be returning.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jul 2026

Jason

Friendly bartender and staff

Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2026

Mike

Was wonderful and a beautiful couple of days

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Jun 2026

Jeanne

We arrived late and were happy the bar was still open, the bar staff was great. We didn’t notice until the morning our dirty our room was, looked like it hadn’t been vacuumed in awhile.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2026

Daniel

Great hotel Great location

Self

4/10

Poor

20 Jun 2026

Dawn

We were told 24 hour coffee and muffins available. Nope. Then breakfast from 6-9am. Nope. Nutri-grain bars, empty coffee, frozen sausage sandwiches. I asked for a muffin the front counter girl said “all out” both mornings. A guy had to open the drawer to get out coffee cups after I requested a cup. No one stays in top of anything. Shrugged shoulders & got back on her phone. Excuse me…Our 1st room had a spider web in bathroom with spider!! Over the shower head!!!! Broken window, fridge door broken, closet broken off hinges, bathroom not clean at all, no tissue & smelled horrible sour in room. Our 2nd room was better, clean, but still had broken closet. Last morning someone cut them selves & there was blood all over the floor leading from front counter to the pool door. I advised them and they said they’d get on it, when we left at 11am (3 hours later), it had not been mopped up yet. Gross. They stand around and talk and don't seem like they really care. Outside trash had been overflowing since the beginning of our stay. This is just a few things!!! Theres more…….
My family boasted how this was the best place to stay in Superior. So we booked it! Others since said its gone wayyy downhill. It was a long trip for us from Colorado and we really looked forward to getting here. We will not be returning next summer.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Brian

We spent our 5th anniversary there. The furniture in our room had seen better days, which didn't matter to us, other than that everything else was really good. There was a bartender in the lounge on Thursday night 6/11 with a unique name which I can't remember, who was great! We got in late, and decided to have a couple drinks before bed. He made us feel welcomed, and was fun to talk to. He seemed to really enjoy his job. We will be back next time we are in the Superior/Duluth area.

Partner

4/10

Poor

16 Jun 2026

Jessica

Stayed here while I was working for a week… the shower was unclean with soap residue. The bed sheets had large yellow stains on them. The carpet was so dirty with stains and dirt they need a shampooing. This place over all just needs a lot of help. I stayed when the price was reasonable but it’s almost not even worth $80 per night..

Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2026

Andy

Everything was very nice. I’ll be back.

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jun 2026

Chris

Requested a room change as the fitted sheet on one if the two queen beds did not cover the mattress. Staff quickly changed rooms, upon room change 2nd room was barely better.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

Connie

We thought this place was a gem! Relaxing atmosphere, great location, food in the restaurant/bar was amazing! Julie was our bartender and was very friendly! Perfect Bloody Mary's and the homemade pretzel was outstanding! Rooms clean and old school Air Conditioner ran perfect. Yes, bathroom fan was really loud, but no biggie. We look forward to coming back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2026

John M.

The service was wonderful and location was great.

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2026

Mike

Clean room, great food and bar, overlooking lake superior...also a yacht club next to it for fishing and sightseeing..Free Breakfast during the week

Friends

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2026

Shelly

Staff were great. We didn't try the restaurant or pool. The restaurant is not open for breakfast like indicated in older posts. Room had not been vacuumed.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Jun 2026

Jared

I liked the lodge type of feel the hotel had. The rooms are functional and might be in need of tlc in terms of upgrades to the mattresses and wardrobe. The room was otherwise clean and comfortable. I appreciated the black out curtains in the room which did help with sleep during travel. Breakfast wasn’t what I’d call continental; frozen breakfast sandwiches, cereal, yogurt packs, and sugary snack options. Staff was helpful and kind. The pool/spa were definitely well maintained and a highlight of the property as well as their restaurant.

Self

4/10

Poor

13 Jun 2026

Andrew

Property is in disrepair, and the housekeeping is majorly lacking. Major problem at check-in: the machine that creates the magnetic strip keys is so weak that the keys lose their ability to open your door. We were left sitting outside the end entrance with all our luggage and not able to enter the hotel.

Our room was dirty - obvious stains on the sheets, previous guest's fruit on the window sill, water spots on the mirror, toothpaste on the counter, french fry in the microwave, grime in the fridge.

On a positive note, the hotel was quiet, the room had a microwave and fridge, and the pool and hot tub were nice.

I had a reservation to stay here again on our way back through Superior, but I have canceled that reservation. I could overlook the peeling paint and old carpet. The lack of decent cleaning is inexcusable.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2026

Anna

Staff

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jun 2026

Zachary

Good Location and amenities

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2026

Gordon

Old resort with a lot of class!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2026

Melody

We requested to have our original room changed because it was close to the pool and it was very noisy and it smelled of chlorine. The front desk staff had no problem changing our room for us. The second room was great! It was quiet and clean. The only thing I could complain about was that there was not much offered for the free breakfast.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2026

Joseph

Clean room ..good service…poor complimentary breakfast

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jun 2026

Steve

the valve in the bathroom sink was terrible. It required great strength to open the valve and fine adjustments were impossible. it required so much strength that it went from off to full-on and the full-on condition sprayed water beyond the sink bowl.

I reported the condition to a staff member and they said they are all that way. It seems like the problem is widely known and yet still remains. It indicates two problems
1. The bathroom experience is substandard - greatly substandard - poor
2. The problem can be fixed. People are aware but there's an obstacle. Find the obstacle and eliminate it. Then repair or replace the faulty hardware.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2026

Jacob

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Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 Jun 2026

Dennis

I have stayed at Barker's Island Inn dozens of times over the past 20+ years. It has a great location on the bay that I value because I love to fish in the area with my boat. The bar and restaurant were good except there is no breakfast served weekdays unlike years past. The staff were helpful but were thin in numbers.

The room we stayed in looked just like it did 20 years ago with zero improvements. Bath hardware should have been replaced decades ago--it sucks. Same carpeting and noisy HVAC system too . The beds were ok but the pillows must have been from a college dorm room. Very uncomfortable. There is an empty corner with a floor lamp and no chair---what?? We stayed two nights and staff did not make up beds between nights, just cleaned bathroom. That was a minor issue.

The breakfast was the same style we saw during Covid: dry cereal, breakfast bars, coffee, pitcher of OJ, yogurt and cellophane wrapped mystery muffins. What a joke!

The swimming pool and hot tub were nice but shows needed rehab. Pool showers had faucets that were broken. Get the picture?

It is clear to a longtime user like me, that Barker's is in need of massive room refurbishment. Nothing has changed in over 20 yrs--nothing! Unless you are a boater, I recommend a different hotel.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2026

Alejandro

Buen ambiente y económico muy bonita área en la marina.

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Chris

Excellent stay, room was clean, bed was firm but soft. The staff was friendly and helpful! Vibey lounge for a drink! Would stay again!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

27 May 2026

Kaycee

Great little bar, bartenders were cool. Good food at a great price. Awesome views and site to see right up the street.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

26 May 2026

Daniel

Decent place to stay for a couple days. Nice view of the bay/harbor if you get a room on that side of the hotel. Building is in need of maintenance in many places. Whoever cleaned the room before we got in there did not do it well. There was still an old coffee packet in the coffee maker and it had a smell to it like it had been there a while. Couldn’t bring myself to drink any coffee that would have come out of that machine. Overall, not bad, but not high end either. We have stayed there before and will probably return there again. The price is pretty much what you would expect for a place in that condition.

Friends_and_family Family

2/10

Poor

26 May 2026

Max

Almost everything in the room was broken. Door handles, sink faucet, door locks. Bedding did not match the bed size. Clogged sink and bathtub, direct tv showing no signal most of the time. Nobody was at the front desk most of the time and when they were they didn’t care. On site restaurant is horrible. Don’t stay here.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

23 May 2026

Sandra

Ask for extra coffee. Ask for a room away from the pool.

Go when it isn't raining. The view will be spectacular.

Business Partner

6/10

Pleasant

22 May 2026

michael

Probably aged and not very busy? Nice location

Self

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2026

Timothy

Only restaurant for food.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

17 May 2026

Amorina

Our first room, bed had hair, pillows stained, and towels also had stains. When we informed the front desk, the woman was very accommodating and changed our rooms. She was sincere and helpful.

Beyond that first room we had an enjoyable stay. A local told us it is one of the best places to stay.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

17 May 2026

charles

The room seem outdated but the beds were good
The onsite restaurant precludes a great warm breakfast bar, but they have grab and go for the microwave
Iconic hotel next to the water
Ill be back

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 May 2026

Erich

Nice lounge

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2026

Edwin

Repeat visitor 10 times. Being within walking distance of the entire Lift Bridge area makes all the difference in the world. The staff is always top notch. Rooms are always clean and well appointed.

Family

4/10

Poor

10 May 2026

Steven

Old and outdated, but quaint.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 May 2026

Kathleen

The faucet in the shower didn’t work correctly. Couldn’t get it completely turned off.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 May 2026

TOM

Not worth the $270 for one night. Way over priced.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Steve

Breakfast is a order thing there is no complimentary breakfast but it was delicious. Had a little cleanliness issue with the room but staff was perfect and resolving it and it went above and beyond

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

03 May 2026

Tasha

U

4/10

Poor

03 May 2026

Tami

This property was very run down and frankly not clean. My room smelled and was poorly cleaned.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2026

elizabeth

Great place to stay

Partner

4/10

Poor

26 Apr 2026

kevin

There was a stale urine smell in the room we stayed in a large soppy wet spot next to the bed which I assumed was the source of the urine smell there was a used nasty wash cloth hanging up in the bathroom with brown stuff all over it the toilet paper holder metal hardware was laying on the floor by the toilet under the sheet on the bed had human hair clumps and to top it all of there was kids from a hockey tournament in the hallway shooting ice cubes everywhere they had nets set up the staff should of done something about it we did not finish our 2 day stay there we went to another hotel

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Kathy

awesome

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2026

Christopher

Great value for dinner and wine.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

21 Apr 2026

Carrie

Eh. Was once probably a really nice resort - kind of run down now. Served our purpose for a hockey tournament stay but would never choose to go back.

8/10

Excellent

20 Apr 2026

Laura

We had a very nice room looking over the marina. Check-in was easy and quick. The staff was very pleasant

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Apr 2026

Kaelee

Even though the reservation was fully in my name with a second adult listed, they refused to let me check in for both rooms which was a little ridiculous. Had to wait for the other adult to get there two hours later. The payment was made by me as well as the booking through Expedia so not sure what the problem was. Coffee cups & lids in the room were covered in dust, dead flies and webs in the window sills. Hair in bathtub and on bathroom sink that was definitely not mine.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

16 Apr 2026

joy

Unfortunately the Room wasn't cleaned Good at all! Someone's Jacket was hanging in closet, the tub had hairs on the shelf, Toilet had skid mark in back of seat&No washrags!! Very Disappointed This time I stayed seemed farther down the Hall u went the Worse it Seemed Sad with Such A Beautiful View!! Plus the Crane game ripped us of Multiple times!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Chyloe

First room tub wouldn’t drain . Second room bathroom was dirty sheets were dirty and even the phone had grime on it . And the tub drained extremely slow in the second room, which is a hazard for anyone with children.

6/10

Pleasant

13 Apr 2026

Jack

It was an ok hotel! Staff was non existent except in the morning when the cleaning staff came out. The bar and the entryway are the nicest parts of the hotel…

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

Kelly

Lots of fun amenities and the most comfortable hotel beds I have ever slept in. Will recommend to anyone looking for a getaway on Lake Superior.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2026

Chris

Easy, cheap stay

Nice enough for the price, cool location!

Comfortable beds

Would definitely stay here again. This would be our second time staying at this hotel.

Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Apr 2026

Staci

Love the location! Awesome pool and hot tub area

4/10

Poor

06 Apr 2026

Kristi

There was no breakfast with our stay. The front desk had no one staffed most of the time. The key didn't work repeatedly for our room.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2026

Paul

We had a wonderful time visiting family

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2026

kristi

Very nice place to stay great staff great food and perfect parking space

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

22 Mar 2026

Aaron

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Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2026

Melinda

Nice hot tub and pool!

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2026

Jason

Love this hotel—the management is amazing and truly focused on us having the best time!

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Mar 2026

Anton

No breakfast even though it was listed as an amenity. Super thin walls, could hear every word of our neighbor's conversations. They were not yelling either.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

09 Mar 2026

kaitlyn

The bar & bartender were awesome. Good vibes, cheap drinks. Pool area was clean. Comfy beds. Only downfall seemed to be lack of staffing and no breakfast included. Had to wait forever to get checked in & when trying to get breakfast in the morning from the place on site nobody seemed to be working.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2026

Kori

Was intially put into a room that was not clean. Had to turn vack to the eesk to be assigned a clean room. Rooms by pool were noisy up until closing. Not a lot of plug ins.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2026

Paul

Love the pool area, hot tub and bar/restaurant.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2026

Chyloe

No it wasn’t spotless bathroom needed to be cleaned better but it was a nice stay

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

Larry

Great service, restaurant was awesome. Look forward to my next stay there.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2026

steve

It was a nice place

6/10

Pleasant

21 Feb 2026

John

Staff was courteous but room had some issues. The entrance light didn't work. The toilet was dirty, there was a dirty wash rag on the shower curtain rod. The tub drain was slow. The facial tissue box was empty. It was a quiet room, bed linens were clean.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2026

Lori

Amazing pool, and hot tub. Very relaxing during the week day.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Feb 2026

Robert

The winter festival was fantastic and the hotel was an amazing host.

Leisure Friends