Candlewood Suites Lafayette - River Ranch by IHG

Several red flags — 3.8★ guest rating; cleanliness 42% negative, property 32% negative

2★ class · 3.8 guest rating · 439 reviews · ~$90/night

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Peace of Mind Score

medium confidence

How we scored it

Quality & cleanliness

3.8★ guest rating; cleanliness 42% negative, property 32% negative

Location & access

4.4★ location/transit/airport access

Trust & class

439 reviews, 2-star, 11 amenities

Price fairness

priced above peers of similar quality

Not part of the score — a cheap room can be cheap for reasons we can't see

Service65% positive · 30% negative

Cleanliness54% positive · 42% negative

Gym78% positive · 22% negative

Kitchen43% positive · 43% negative

Pets70% positive · 30% negative

Property65% positive · 32% negative

Kitchen in rooms

On-site food & drink, as listed by the property.

Free Wi‑FiFree parkingAir conditioningPet-friendlyFitness centerFull‑service laundryAccessibleBusiness centerKid-friendlySmoke-free property

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