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Balcony Ocean view, heart of MB, garage and bikes

Condo with kitchen, steps from Mission Beach

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Welcome to Gail's Mission Beach Getaway, nestled between the Pacific Ocean and Sail Bay in San Diego. This cozy retreat offers a light-filled living room with high ceilings, a California-style kitchen, and two bedrooms. Enjoy the amenities including WiFi for streaming only (no cable), standard coffee maker, blender, microwave , toaster and gas stove.

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9.2 out of 10
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Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 684 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Balcony Ocean view, heart of MB, garage and bikes

Gail's Mission Beach Getaway: 200 Steps to the Sand with bikes and parking!

Below you will find details about our 2 bed/ 2 bath home, Gail’s Mission Beach Getaway, located in Mission Beach.

Yes, you can have it all! Enter Gail's and be transported to your San Diego beach getaway. Wake up to the smells from the bakery below, Olive Bakery and the sounds of the sea. Conveniently located right between the Pacific Ocean and beautiful Sail Bay, just a block to either one and about a half mile North of historic Belmont Park with amusement and entertainment!

The light and airy living room has high ceilings and skylight, tastefully and comfortably furnished with new Pergo-style wood floors.The California-style kitchen is open to the living room and has tile countertops and natural wood cabinets. The first bedroom has a top of the line queen bed and flat screen TV. Upstairs is a large, semi-enclosed loft area with a queen bed, sitting space, and a door to a small balcony. Upstairs you will also find a cozy nook with a trundle bed (two singles). Ceiling height in the trundle bed area is about 5 feet so it's best for kids. There are two bathrooms in the home, a full bath/shower downstairs and a walk-in shower upstairs.

We can provide an air conditioning unit for an additional fee. Please contact us to reserve the inventory.

No need to search for parking by the beach as this unit comes with it's own garage! Please see parking restrictions below. Extra large vehicles won't fit but there is free overnight parking a few blocks away. There is also a coin operated laundry room near the garage for your convenience. Everything you need is here to enjoy your vacation!

This location is hard to beat! It's close to all the main attractions: SeaWorld, the world famous San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Old Town with it's excellent restaurants, Belmont Park and it's authentic 1920's wooden roller-coaster, Seaport Village, downtown San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter, the Convention Center and Petco Park. Come and enjoy all that San Diego has to offer including our unbeatable weather!

Vacation rentals in San Diego are for the most part, second homes for the owners. Therefore, some furniture or decor may differ from what is pictured because the owners needed or wanted to replace something. Professional photos are expensive and we can not re-photograph the rental every time something is changed but we do maintain the listing content with any notable furnishing changes especially related to sleeping arrangements. (*Please note: We do not give refunds because a piece of furniture or artwork has changed)

*NOTE: This home is in a residential neighborhood and, as such, is a NOISE SENSITIVE property. Respect must be shown for the property and neighbors at all times. No loud music, parties, and or loud talking outside after 9 pm. Violation of these rules MAY result in immediate eviction from the property per your rental agreement, and/or fines from the San Diego Police. Please review your rental agreement for complete details and rules about your home!

It is important for you to read all the details about your property. We highlight everything you need to know about your vacation rental in our listing, through emails, some home manuals, in-home signage and phone correspondence. We want our guests to feel prepared, informed and at ease while staying with us. We are always available if you have questions!

Upon confirming your booking, we will send you a rental agreement for your upcoming stay which you will need to complete. We will also contact you within 24 hours of the booking to obtain contact information and to address any questions or concerns you may have regarding your upcoming visit along with the House Rules & Rental Agreement. The check-in details will not be shared until the rental agreement has been signed.

Attention Guests: In addition to completing our electronic rental agreement, you will also be required to participate in our identity verification process. The service is offered through Autohost; an intelligent guest screening software that automates ID verifications, background and credit checks, security deposits and more, helping to improve guest experience and safety. Please note: for the credit card verification, a $2 hold will be placed on the card to run the report. This hold will never process and will fall off automatically within 7 days. Please contact us with any questions.

THIS IS A NON-SMOKING PROPERTY

If you have never stayed in a vacation rental before, we are not a hotel, WE ARE BETTER! We offer many of the same luxuries of a hotel with the comfort and space of home to share with your whole family. Our property owners are our friends and we work with each owner to offer a special, specific and ideal environment for guests to experience and enjoy. All of our homes offer similar amenities so you can expect the same experience whenever staying with us.

With that said, we need you to do your part in helping us maintain each home. Please be attentive to ALL RESPONSIBILITIES as a guest of our home. Trash/Recycling, Check-out duties, Communication to management and Care of the home all help us give each guest and family a home to feel at home in. We appreciate your assistance in making our homes and our business unlike any other!
Guest has access to entire condo, shared garage, and coin operated laundry.


Customer service is a high priority to us. We like to make sure you have what you need before you arrive and get settled into our home. We are available whenever you need us, 7 days a week and after hours!

Mission Beach

Policies & What to Expect

Arrival/Departure Policy:
Check in time is 3 pm and strictly enforced. (From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, check-in is at 4pm)
Check out time is 11 am.
Please follow all instructions for your arrival and departure in our email and phone call correspondence. There is signage around the home to assist with the use of amenities and questions that you may have during your stay. We are available too, even after hours-give us a call!

Nightly Minimum Policy:
2-4 night minimum required in the off season. 

☀️ Holidays: 
5 night minimum. There are no arrivals on Independence Day (July 4), Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day.

☀️ Summer: 
Memorial Day - Labor Day, 5 night minimum. No arrivals on Independence Day (July 4).

Last Minute Booking Policy:
If a guest books with us directly or on any OTA such as Airbnb and VRBO, within 72 hours of arrival, verification credentials are required. By making a payment on the reservation, the guest agrees to comply with our last minute booking policy. 

To properly vet a guest with such short notice requires the following; a “selfie” photo specifically of the booking guest’s face and holding either a Driver’s License, Passport or State ID photo under their chin. We are just looking for a name to match and the photo on the ID to match that of the person in the selfie. This can be sent by email or text to our company email address. Additionally, we need to confirm guest details such as payment, contact information, applicable check-in time, number of guests and ages, any pets, etc.

This process is required, and if a guest refuses to comply then the reservation will be canceled. We have found this procedure to be successful in avoiding fraud, and protecting all parties! We appreciate your cooperation and we are available to help with any questions.

🐾 Pet Policy: Pets are NOT permitted at this property. Guests who bring a pet that is not a service animal will be fined by the HOA.

Rate Policy: Prices change on a daily basis so the rates you see today may be higher or lower when booking!

Age Policy: We do not typically rent to guests under the age of 25 or large parties. Please contact us prior to booking to see how we may accommodate your group.

After booking:
We manage properties on behalf of our owners. Upon confirming your booking, we will send you a rental agreement for your upcoming stay which you will need to complete. This agreement reviews our terms and conditions, house rules and policies, and what to expect of your stay. We will also contact you within 24 hours of the booking to obtain contact information and to address any questions or concerns you may have regarding your upcoming visit. The check-in details will not be shared until the rental agreement has been signed, payment has been made, and the guest has connected with one of our guest services agents.

In addition to completing our electronic rental agreement, you will also be required to participate in our identity verification process. The Verify Hub service is offered through Autohost; an intelligent guest screening software that automates ID verifications, background and credit checks, security deposits and more, helping to improve guest experience and safety. Please note: for the credit card verification, a $2 hold will be placed on the card to run the report. This hold will never process and will fall off automatically within 7 days.

Property Appearance:
Vacation rentals in San Diego are for the most part, second homes for the owners. Therefore, some furniture or decor may differ from what is pictured because the owners needed or wanted to replace something. Professional photos are expensive and we can not re-photograph the rental every time something is changed but we do maintain the listing content with any notable furnishing changes especially related to sleeping arrangements. (*Please note: We do not give refunds because a piece of furniture or artwork has changed)

Property Responsibilities: 
If you have never stayed in a vacation rental before, we are not a hotel, WE ARE BETTER! We offer many of the same luxuries of a hotel with the comfort and space of home to share with your whole family. Our property owners are our friends and we work with each owner to offer a special, specific and ideal environment for guests to experience and enjoy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Waffle maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with premium channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave the garage remote on the kitchen counter
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 519975, STR-01725L
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Gail's Mission Beach Getaway
Steps to the Beach Shops Bikes Grill
Steps to the Beach & Shops, Bikes, & Grill Condo
Steps to the Beach & Shops, Bikes, & Grill San Diego
Steps to the Beach & Shops, Bikes, & Grill Condo San Diego
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About the area

Mission Beach, a neighbourhood in San Diego, is home to this condo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mission Beach and Mission Bay, while San Diego Zoo and Waterfront Park are popular area attractions. Check out an event or a game at Petco Park, and consider making time for USS Midway Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving. Visit our San Diego travel guide
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San Diego, CA

What's nearby

  • Aerial of Mission Beach in San Diego, CA
    Mission and Pacific Beaches
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mission Beach which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach
    Mission Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mission Bay which includes a sandy beach
    Mission Bay
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Aerial view of Mission Beach in San Diego California with sandy beach and vacation rental houses
    Mission Beach Boardwalk
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Belmont Park featuring a garden and rides as well as a family
    Belmont Park
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Balboa Avenue Transit Center Station
    6 min drive
  • San Diego Coaster Sorrento Valley Station
    13 min drive
  • San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flamingo Deck
    13 min walk
  • Sandbar Sports Grill
    14 min walk
  • The Beverly Beach Garden
    16 min walk
  • World Famous
    13 min walk
  • Pump Coffee
    15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balcony Ocean view, heart of MB, garage and bikes pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Balcony Ocean view, heart of MB, garage and bikes?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Balcony Ocean view, heart of MB, garage and bikes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balcony Ocean view, heart of MB, garage and bikes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Balcony Ocean view, heart of MB, garage and bikes located?

Located in Mission Beach, this condo building is steps away from Mission and Pacific Beaches and Mission Beach. Mission Bay and Mission Beach Boardwalk are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Balcony Ocean view, heart of MB, garage and bikes Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In town to visit family

Perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

A G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A nice place to stay.

We enjoyed our stay at Nancy's Vacation Rental. We were steps away from the beach and the balcony had a perfect view of the ocean and sunset. There were plenty of beach toys, chairs, and umbrellas to use. We loved that the Olive bakery was right underneath our rental just steps away. We were able to grab coffee and breakfast each morning and their cinnamon buns are the best we have ever had. The rental was very spacious and comfortable wich made our stay even more relaxing and enjoyable. Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

S. B. F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Above a bakery 100 steps from the beach? Yes please!

The place needs a bit of modernization like USB electrical outlets, but otherwise it's a wonderful place to stay. It has lightning fast internet and comfortable beds and all the kitchen implements you could possibly need.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will Return

Great location and nice unit
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

San Diego Beach Trip

My family was in town for a week. We could not have enjoyed ourselves more! The house was perfect for us. The proximity to the beach and access to beach toys made our stay so simple. The added bonus of Olives Bakery and their amazing cinnamon rolls and coffee being just below also didn’t hurt❤️ The weekend did get a bit loud in the neighborhood and adjacent establishments, but that was expected. We are already talking about our next vacation. We will definitely book this place again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The condo was feet from the beach with a direct view from the balcony of ocean. We enjoyed the bikes, boogie boards, beach chairs and umbrellas left for our use. My only complaint would be that there is no air conditioning and leaving all the windows open overnight worked but all the noise of the trash trucks, delivery trucks, and the bakery moving their outdoor seating early in the morning made it diffucult to sleep in 😎
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Marianne S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just okay

Parking is a big issue, but it seems that way all over Mission Beach. Multiple trash cans in the way which had to be moved before eeeking out of the space. Lots of flies at the entrance gate. The downstairs plumbig was ok but needed a good bleaching. Everything is old but it worked and was clean.we rented an ac unit for close to 200.00 It did not cool as well as I wanted it to The downstairs bedroom was hot. 75 degrees that day and still hot.The lighting good be brightened up a bit. Dirty fans but came in useful. Comfortable beds was a plus. Need more ice trays day.Grealocation.had a Jeep Grand Cherokee and barey mad
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location a plus but not worth the $$

Location was amazing, the unit has been rode hard. Needs a great deal of attention to: kitchen/bathroom cabinets, furniture in living/dining room, balcony furniture, carpet is worn/dirty, no dresser upstairs for 4 people-arranging suitcases on floor was a challenge, access to upstairs balcony blocked by large chair Pros: location, comfortable beds (except sofa bed), Olive Bakery, walk to bay, restaurants, wetsuit rentals, convenient to San Diego/coronado island. Great beach chairs/boogie boards for our use Cons: kitchen utensils (requested pancake turner/spatula and pizza cutter, lack of bath towels/handtowels/washcloths, no entry rugs (lots of rain-floor was slippery and one child fell hard), sunken bathtub has heavy shower doors, making bathing little ones a challenge, laundry on other side of building on ground floor (only one washer and dryer, shared with all residents and bakery). Dryer broke while we were there-wouldn’t return our money. Laundry basket provided has broken handle so it’s dicey carrying down flight of stairs to other side of building, Parking is noted in listing but is worse than we imagined. We never could park in garage or side space (too tight) and had to park a quarter mile away. The freezer never worked the entire time we were there, causing more frequent trips to store. (We cook a lot on vacation). Mgt worked with us but it was never resolved. We’ve used Vrbo for a decade and this was the roughest unit by far.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staycation

Everything was great- location and property! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

The location of the unit was perfect, with the fresh cinnamon rolls from the bakery below greeting us each morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Super close to the beach. It made for a great trip
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mission Beach teip

Stayed for a week. Great place, amazing beach access and close to local shops. Apartment is a little dated, but everything functions well and place was clean on arrival. Seemed a touch short on kitchen linens and hand towels- could use a couple more of each. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. If you like coffee (great shop downstairs) and the beach this place is for you. Also lots of beach toys and accessories (umbrella, chairs, boggie boards, bikes ect. Which were great to have).
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home. Perfect location. Everything we needed.

My family and I enjoyed our stay. Just steps from the beach and ocean, plenty of room for our family of 6, all the amenities we needed, and more. Can't wait to stay here again next year...or sooner!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mission Beach

First time to California for me, first time to a beach - this was an excellent experience for us. We couldn't have picked a better place for us to stay - We love it and will certainly be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach cottage location

Thai was perfect for my family. Location was perfect to the beach and all restaurants. Love this location of Mission beach. Will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Perfect beach house location

If you want a chill place to relax perhaps with a friend or two, this rental is great. Location is awesome right near the beach, cafe in the morning downstairs, great bar across the street for the evening, and right in the middle of the boardwalk connecting MB and PB.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location. Clean and roomy. Perfect Thanksgiving week! Will go back for sure!

Spent Thanksgiving week here and hosted my sister’s family. It was clean and had plenty of room for cooking and eating and hanging out. Is steps from the boardwalk and absolutely perfect! We even rode the bikes on the boardwalk-it was awesome!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick getaway trip

Good location in laid back Mission Beach! Everything we needed in walking distance. Being native to AZ we are critical of California politics, except for San Diego/Mission Beach area! We visit here a couple times a year, love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Pam F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

It was a very nice and convenient location. It would have been nice to have AC. But it worked out ok, since there were lots of fans and fortunately the weather was cool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall Great

Overall, we had a great stay. The condo is steps from the beach and centrally located near bars/restaurants. Short drive to anything else we wanted to do. Overall the condo was pretty clean, although we only received two towels for the entire stay. We had a small group and not enough amenities for that length of stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Experience

The property was prefect, it had everything we needed. I made fun of all the codes but at the end I loved them, I feel secured with them.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

christian d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

counselor

excellent communication with property managers.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Vickie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Would like to see a different Faucet.in the kitchen hard to wash dishes. Also, at some point new fu

Nice unit needs updating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Rental

This unit has great beach access and was comfortable for four adults and 2 children. Upstairs bed is too firm, but the room was perfect for family of four. We had to purchase paper plates so we would have enough dishes for meals in each day. Flatwear was in short supply as well
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022