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Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Eixample on Hotels.com. These Eixample hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 8, 2026.
A modern living room with a sofa set, ottomans, and a coffee table. There is a wall-mounted shelf with artwork and a hanging pendant light.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern room with a wooden floor, a mounted TV, and a desk with a chair.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, and a wardrobe.

1. Hotel Dimar

Hotel Dimar
Eixample
Denmark
Alberte Helena
CNY798
CNY878 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Dimar
A bar area with a wooden deck, wicker chairs, and a bar counter.
A traditional room with leather sofas, a green upholstered headboard, and a large mirror.
A restaurant with wicker chairs and tables, patterned walls, and a wooden floor.
A lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

2. NH Collection Valencia Colón

NH Collection Valencia Colón
Eixample
United States
claudia
CNY1,617
CNY1,779 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
NH Collection Valencia Colón
An outdoor patio area with a wooden ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and potted plants.
A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating areas with round tables, and a large TV screen.
A lobby with a round table, a blue sofa, a large floral painting, and a staircase in the background.
A bar area with stools, a counter with bottles, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

3. SH Colon Valencia Hotel

SH Colon Valencia Hotel
Eixample
Canada
margaret
CNY922
CNY1,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
SH Colon Valencia Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a kitchenette area.
A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and recessed lighting on the ceiling.
A restaurant with wooden furniture, pendant lighting, and a view of the kitchen in the background.
A balcony with two sun loungers and a green hedge wall.

4. Petit Palace Ruzafa Hotel

Petit Palace Ruzafa Hotel
Eixample
United States
Dayna
CNY896
CNY985 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Petit Palace Ruzafa Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a TV, and a minibar.
A minimalist room with a desk, chair, and a television.
A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a train track.
A modern indoor dining area with glass partitions, tables, and chairs.

5. Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa

Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa
Eixample
United Kingdom
David
CNY927
CNY1,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa
The entrance of the Hotel Senator Parc.
A modern lobby with a glass wall, seating area, and a large plant.
A bottle of champagne in a glass with ice cubes, two empty champagne flutes, and a bed in the background.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables, chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

6. Senator Parque Central Hotel

Senator Parque Central Hotel
Eixample
United Kingdom
Neil
CNY746
CNY821 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Senator Parque Central Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at night.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a decorative facade, and a street view with passing cars.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden chairs, and ottomans. There is a large mirror on the wall and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A breakfast setup with a variety of foods and beverages on a table, set against a window with a view of greenery and buildings.

7. One Shot Colón

One Shot Colón
Eixample
United Kingdom
Vincent
CNY688
CNY757 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
One Shot Colón
A spacious living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A row of classic European-style buildings with ornate balconies and large windows.
A grand hallway with a wooden floor, white columns, and a reception desk.
A grand entrance with an arched doorway, flanked by two large potted trees, leading to a building with classical architecture and a sign reading "Palau de la Mar".

8. Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels

Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels
Eixample
United States
scott
CNY1,668
CNY1,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels
A modern apartment with a living room, kitchen, and a balcony with a city view.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outside balcony.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape through a sliding glass door.
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel appliances, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with outdoor furniture.

9. Limehome Valencia Calle de Cadiz

Limehome Valencia Calle de Cadiz
Eixample
Canada
Jason
CNY953
CNY1,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Limehome Valencia Calle de Cadiz
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A narrow kitchen with a brick wall, a modern sink, and a microwave.
A building with a SoHotel Valencia sign, a tree in the foreground, and a clear sky.
A hotel entrance with a large sign reading "SOHOTEL" and an "AUTO-CHECKIN" door.

10. Soho Valencia Apartments

Soho Valencia Apartments
Eixample
United States
Lucy
CNY883
CNY972 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Soho Valencia Apartments
A view through a window of a tree with orange fruits, a street lamp, and buildings in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.
A modern living room with a velvet orange sofa, a round coffee table with magazines, and a large potted plant.
A seating area with orange chairs and a potted plant.

11. MD Modern Hotel - Jardines

MD Modern Hotel - Jardines
Eixample
United Kingdom
Alan
CNY876
CNY963 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
MD Modern Hotel - Jardines
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, a large window with a view, a bookshelf, and a potted plant.
A living room with a white sofa, a round coffee table, a floor lamp, and a potted plant.
A hallway with a wooden parquet floor, white walls, a decorative wall sconce, a potted plant, and a white cabinet with a television mounted on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and decorative wall sconces.

12. Hi Valencia Cánovas

Hi Valencia Cánovas
Eixample
United States
Carlos
CNY537
CNY591 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hi Valencia Cánovas
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city.
A well-maintained garden with neatly trimmed hedges, tall trees, and a central pathway leading to a building with a dome-shaped structure.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A staircase with a black railing, a circular light fixture on the ceiling, and a tiled wall.

13. Limehome Valencia Gran Vía

Limehome Valencia Gran Vía
Eixample
Brazil
Silvio
CNY836
CNY920 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Limehome Valencia Gran Vía
A reception area with a wooden desk, a green chair, and a patterned floor.
A historic building with ornate balconies and a classic architectural style.
A boutique hotel entrance with a sign, a wooden door, and bicycles parked outside.
A dining area with wicker chairs and a patterned rug, a kitchen with hanging lights, and large windows.

14. Petit Palace El Remei formerly known as Soho Boutique Turia

Petit Palace El Remei formerly known as Soho Boutique Turia
Eixample
United Kingdom
Thomas
CNY913
CNY1,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Petit Palace El Remei formerly known as Soho Boutique Turia
A room with three single beds, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted mirror.
A multi-story building with a ground-floor cafe area.
A clock on a brick wall with a view of a building with a fountain.
A building with a 'Russafa' sign, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

15. Russafa Youth Hostel

Russafa Youth Hostel
Eixample
Australia
Lindsey
CNY427
CNY469 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Russafa Youth Hostel
A modern, well-lit living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a potted plant.
A modern kitchen with a round dining table, wooden chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and lockers.
A dining area with a round wooden table, two wicker chairs, a large mirror, and a hanging light fixture.

16. Líbere Valencia Ruzafa

Líbere Valencia Ruzafa
Eixample
France
amine
CNY961
CNY1,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Líbere Valencia Ruzafa
A row of wicker chairs with white cushions in a clean, modern lobby area with large green plants.
A corridor with wicker chairs and potted plants, leading to a room with a large window.
A modern interior with a wooden staircase leading to a loft bedroom, a dining area with a small table and chairs, and a kitchen area with a sink and countertop appliances.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling light, and a painting above the bed.

17. VLC Host - Sumsi

VLC Host - Sumsi
Eixample
United States
KYUNGHO
CNY506
CNY1,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
VLC Host - Sumsi
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A hallway with white walls, a wooden floor, a potted plant, a framed picture, and a fire extinguisher.
A hotel with balconies, a sign indicating 36 accommodations, and a view of the cityscape.
A wooden table with a woven plant pot, a black chair, and a radiator in the background.

18. Concept Rooms

Concept Rooms
Eixample
Spain
Antonio
Concept Rooms
A spacious lobby with a central round table, a chandelier, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A modern dining area with tables, chairs, and a buffet counter.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a chandelier.
The entrance to Vincent Hotels with a large glass door, a chandelier, and two potted plants.

19. Vincci Lys Hotel

Vincci Lys Hotel
Sant Francesc, 0.6 km from Eixample
United Kingdom
Oxana
CNY1,082
CNY1,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Vincci Lys Hotel
A modern hotel reception area with a glass facade, a reception desk, and a vase of flowers.
A dining table with a bottle, glasses, and a candle on a balcony overlooking a cityscape at dusk.
A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple dining tables, and pendant lighting.
A modern lobby with wicker furniture, a white sofa, and large vases on a coffee table.

20. Hotel Zenit Valencia

Hotel Zenit Valencia
0.7 km from Eixample
United States
Steve
CNY922
CNY1,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Zenit Valencia
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Compare popular hotels in Eixample

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A reception area with a wooden desk, a green chair, and a patterned floor.
Petit Palace El Remei formerly known as Soho Boutique Turia
9.4
Exceptional
49 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
Soho Valencia Apartments
9.4
Exceptional
282 reviews
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A modern, well-lit living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a potted plant.
Líbere Valencia Ruzafa
9.2
Wonderful
29 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a TV, and a minibar.
Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa
9.0
Wonderful
31 reviews
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An outdoor patio area with a wooden ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and potted plants.
SH Colon Valencia Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
557 reviews
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Top landmarks in Eixample

Colón Market

8.4/10 (17 reviews)
If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Colón Market in Valencia City Centre and take in the atmosphere. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at Ruzafa Market and Central Market.
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Ruzafa Market

If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Ruzafa Market in Valencia City Centre and take in the atmosphere. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at Colón Market and Central Market.
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Basilica of San Vicente Ferrer

If you're interested in local religious buildings head to Valencia City Centre— home to Basilica of San Vicente Ferrer. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Central Fountain

Valencia City Centre is home to Central Fountain, so why not stop by during your stay in Valencia. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Taurino Museum

If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at Taurino Museum in Valencia City Centre. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to see more of the museums in Valencia, you can easily walk to Palace of the Marques de Dos Aguas or Valencian Museum of Enlightenment and Modernity.
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Kir Royal Gallery

If you like art, you might want to browse the collections at Kir Royal Gallery in Valencia City Centre. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to see more of the art galleries in Valencia, Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia and City of Arts and Sciences aren't far.
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Check out reviews of Eixample hotels guests love

A bar area with a wooden deck, wicker chairs, and a bar counter.
A traditional room with leather sofas, a green upholstered headboard, and a large mirror.
A restaurant with wicker chairs and tables, patterned walls, and a wooden floor.
A lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

NH Collection Valencia Colón

NH Collection Valencia Colón
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Zhuo
NH Collection Valencia Colón
A reception area with a wooden desk, a green chair, and a patterned floor.
A historic building with ornate balconies and a classic architectural style.
A boutique hotel entrance with a sign, a wooden door, and bicycles parked outside.
A dining area with wicker chairs and a patterned rug, a kitchen with hanging lights, and large windows.

Petit Palace El Remei formerly known as Soho Boutique Turia

Petit Palace El Remei formerly known as Soho Boutique Turia
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Sam
Petit Palace El Remei formerly known as Soho Boutique Turia
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.
A narrow kitchen with a brick wall, a modern sink, and a microwave.
A building with a SoHotel Valencia sign, a tree in the foreground, and a clear sky.
A hotel entrance with a large sign reading "SOHOTEL" and an "AUTO-CHECKIN" door.

Soho Valencia Apartments

Soho Valencia Apartments
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
raina
Soho Valencia Apartments
A modern living room with a sofa set, ottomans, and a coffee table. There is a wall-mounted shelf with artwork and a hanging pendant light.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern room with a wooden floor, a mounted TV, and a desk with a chair.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small table, and a wardrobe.

Hotel Dimar

Hotel Dimar
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
frederic
Hotel Dimar
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, a TV, and a minibar.
A minimalist room with a desk, chair, and a television.
A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a train track.
A modern indoor dining area with glass partitions, tables, and chairs.

Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa

Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Brian
Sercotel Valencia Ruzafa
A spacious living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A row of classic European-style buildings with ornate balconies and large windows.
A grand hallway with a wooden floor, white columns, and a reception desk.
A grand entrance with an arched doorway, flanked by two large potted trees, leading to a building with classical architecture and a sign reading "Palau de la Mar".

Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels

Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Ellen
Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a kitchenette area.
A hotel hallway with carpeted floors, doors on both sides, and recessed lighting on the ceiling.
A restaurant with wooden furniture, pendant lighting, and a view of the kitchen in the background.
A balcony with two sun loungers and a green hedge wall.

Petit Palace Ruzafa Hotel

Petit Palace Ruzafa Hotel
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anthony
Petit Palace Ruzafa Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at night.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a decorative facade, and a street view with passing cars.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden chairs, and ottomans. There is a large mirror on the wall and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A breakfast setup with a variety of foods and beverages on a table, set against a window with a view of greenery and buildings.

One Shot Colón

One Shot Colón
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
One Shot Colón
The entrance of the Hotel Senator Parc.
A modern lobby with a glass wall, seating area, and a large plant.
A bottle of champagne in a glass with ice cubes, two empty champagne flutes, and a bed in the background.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables, chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

Senator Parque Central Hotel

Senator Parque Central Hotel
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Nicholas
Senator Parque Central Hotel
A room with three single beds, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted mirror.
A multi-story building with a ground-floor cafe area.
A clock on a brick wall with a view of a building with a fountain.
A building with a 'Russafa' sign, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

Russafa Youth Hostel

Russafa Youth Hostel
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Victoria
Russafa Youth Hostel
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, a large window with a view, a bookshelf, and a potted plant.
A living room with a white sofa, a round coffee table, a floor lamp, and a potted plant.
A hallway with a wooden parquet floor, white walls, a decorative wall sconce, a potted plant, and a white cabinet with a television mounted on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and decorative wall sconces.

Hi Valencia Cánovas

Hi Valencia Cánovas
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Iesha
Hi Valencia Cánovas
A view through a window of a tree with orange fruits, a street lamp, and buildings in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.
A modern living room with a velvet orange sofa, a round coffee table with magazines, and a large potted plant.
A seating area with orange chairs and a potted plant.

MD Modern Hotel - Jardines

MD Modern Hotel - Jardines
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Emilio
MD Modern Hotel - Jardines
A row of wicker chairs with white cushions in a clean, modern lobby area with large green plants.
A corridor with wicker chairs and potted plants, leading to a room with a large window.
A modern interior with a wooden staircase leading to a loft bedroom, a dining area with a small table and chairs, and a kitchen area with a sink and countertop appliances.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling light, and a painting above the bed.

VLC Host - Sumsi

VLC Host - Sumsi
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
KYUNGHO
VLC Host - Sumsi
A bedroom with a large bed, a blue door, and a white wall.
A hotel lobby with round tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a staircase.
A building with a large glass facade, a sign reading 'SLEEPN' above the entrance, and a reflection of a building with balconies.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a covered section with a tree, and a building in the background.

SLEEPN Valencia

SLEEPN Valencia
Valencia City Centre

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Ligia
SLEEPN Valencia

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eixample expensive to stay in?

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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Eixample hotel booking?

The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Eixample hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".

What are the top-rated luxury hotels in Eixample?

One of the best-rated luxury hotels in Eixample is Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels. Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels has a high guest rating amongst our travelers and has a full-service spa, a sauna and pillow menus.

What are some of the best pet-friendly hotels in Eixample?

Traveling with your pet doesn't mean sacrificing a great hotel stay. In Eixample, our travelers love:

To find more pet-friendly stays on Hotels.com, use the "Amenities" filter in your search and select "Pet friendly".

What are some of the best Eixample hotels for couples?

One of the best Eixample hotels for couples is Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels. Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels is a popular hotel with a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Find more romantic Eixample hotels by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".

What are some of the best family hotels in Eixample?

If you're vacationing with your family, Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels and ABCyou Bed & Breakfast are some of the best family hotels in Eixample. Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels has a great average guest score of 9 out of 10 and amenities like a coffee shop/cafe and in-room cribs. Kids are welcome at ABCyou Bed & Breakfast, too. Travelers leave glowing reviews of this bed & breakfast, which has in-room cribs and more. To explore more family hotels in Eixample, use the "Family friendly" filter in your search on Hotels.com.

What are some of the best boutique hotels in Eixample?

Elevate your trip by booking a boutique hotel in Eixample. Our travelers love Hospes Palau de la Mar, Valencia, a Member of Design Hotels, an upscale property offering a full-service spa and a restaurant, as well as air-conditioned guestrooms with smart TVs. Hotel Dimar is also a top-rated boutique hotel with a full-service spa, a garden-view restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Is it worth staying in Eixample?

You're spoilt for choice with 109 hotels in the area so it's easy to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in Eixample makes it easy to explore Valencia, including the neighborhoods of Valencia City Centre and Ciutat Vella.

Which station is best for Eixample?

The main station in Eixample is Xativa Station. If you're staying at a hotel in Eixample, check out the nearest station so that you can get around and explore with ease.

What are some great hotels in Eixample with balconies?

There are some top hotels in Eixample that offer rooms with a balcony. Check out Hotel Dimar which has a high guest score of 9 out of 10, and balconies in some rooms. Another popular choice is One Shot Colón, which offers balconies in some rooms and has a great guest score of 8.8.

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