Just a great little motel run by the same family for 65+ years. Inexpensive , comfortable and central to downtown, uptown and all things in between. We walked and explored. This will definitely be our place when we return. read more

It's a holiday weekend and I called to see if I could snag a very last minute room. Every place I had previously called had basically laughed me off the phone. Of course almost every hotel is booked but I wanted to try. The lady who answered the phone here was SO KIND to me. Even though they did not have a room for tonight, I could tell this place is special just from the phone call. I will definitely try this place again when I'm in town and in need of a room. read more

First of all, I just would like to point out that this is an old school style motel so you're probably not going to have a lot of modern, upscale tech amenities, although it should be noted that it has an easy to use WiFi and A/C. It feels independently owned and operated. It has such a vintage feel and look to it that it kind of gives me the vibe of some sort of Jack Kerouac-esque ideal I have in my head of the days of romantic, adventurous road trips where you experience a lot on the road and end up resting your head at places like this. A couple of big selling points for this place is that it's super reasonably priced since it's not one of the newer places, and it has an extremely convenient location. It's a few blocks from the downtown area and minutes of walking distance to a few of the coffee places and restaurants that we ended up going to. There's a pool area with a small pool. Perfect for cooling off during the hot days. Parking is included for guests that are staying. A buddy of mine reserved. The spot weigh in advance because they stay here pretty much every year to go to the beer festival in town. Especially considering the markup of a lot of prices at other places this place is one of the best deals you'll get. There are great folks working here too. Just all around I felt a super great value and a pleasant experience. read more

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I didn't mean to end up here, but boy was I grateful they had a last minute room on Saturday. I was stuck in Paso Robles and was looking for a last minute hotel on a busy weekend and Melody Ranch came through! It was like the only room in the whole city within my budget and even though they only had one room and it was 9:45pm (the hotel keeper was about to leave), but they were able to get us in our room before leaving which was greatly appreciated. If you like a no-frills, clean motel, with a pool out front, and some danishes and coffee in the morning gratis - definitely check out the Melody Ranch. It's got the old American charm without the dirty grit that some motels have. It's clean and well run and maintained well. The family that runs it seemed really nice - absolutely would stay here again! Mattresses were not super comfy in the room with two doubles we ended up, but they did okay and did the trick for one night. All the old school charm made up for it. read more

So thankful for this cute little spot with one room left for a last minute need! The location for this spot is great for the price point, right down the street from the central park area. Be prepared to step back in time with this spot though, but it is clean with all the amenities for a safe and cozy night stay, velvet blanket from the 2000's included. We appreciated a later check in as well from the friendly front desk staff, while learning it's still a family run biz. While still being thankful for a safe and affordable place to rest my head, the last room only had two twin size beds (wondering if there's a need for these still in the hotel market) and unfortunately no crib or pack and play for us which meant a slumber party with my wiggly 11 month old, which just ended up being me watching her so she did not not fall off the bed all night long. It would be a great touch if we were able to push the beds together for a larger bed! (they do this in europe and I think it's great to have the option for one or two beds in a room, it caters to a lot more clientele.) We did not get to use the pool although it looked like a great clean spot for a bbq and quick dip in the summertime (it was hot) and the AC in the room was cool enough to get us through the evening. I would def stay here again for a one or two nights jaunt around town for the location. There was also parking, but we did not have a car but it looked like one spot assigned per room. Small vending machines for snacks and drinks although you're a stones through from lots of restaurants and a gas station. read more

One of the older Hotels in Paso Robles but you would never know it! The room were very modern and extremely clean!! I don't walk barefoot usually in motels but I had no problem doing so here. It is located right downtown so you can walk to the many shops in the vicinity. On a scale of 1 to 10 I would give it a 20!! read more

Did a staycation with this hotel. Great price and it's a just a block and a half from downtown. The hotel rooms are a little outdated but they are clean. The owners and staff are nice. Will come back when we do another staycation. read more

Check in was smooth, price is very affordable, room clean, with a refrigerator and coffee maker read more

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Frank, the owner, is extremely kind and accommodating. We have been coming here for 3 years and have had a wonderful experience each time. On our most recent trip, Frank even helped us air our tires when we were flat. Thank you Frank and staff!(: read more

Reminds me of a cruise ship shower stall. Maybe a tiny bit bigger. Water saving shower head, hits you, and it hurts. Nicest people who run this place for 60 years. Thanks, Frank. Kerug Coffee and muffin/danish in the lobby. This kept us going for the day. Pretty quiet. Good blackout curtains to keep the bright sun out. Nice remote air conditioner. The beds were comfy. Small refrigerator and microwave. Small TV in today's standards. Assigned parking spaces. Very clean. Dont come during graduation time at Cal Poly. Rates really go up, and there's no room at the inn. read more

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Check in was easy, I had called 40 mins in advanced to asked if my room was available and she said yes. They are not paperless and she had me fill out my name, address, driver license and vehicle license. Then handed me a physical key. She said "We're an old school motel and we have you pay after your stay". I am so glad that I insisted on charging my card at that instance because no one was to be found the day I left. You have an assigned parking space. Your room number corresponds to your parking spot. I thought that was weird like invasion of privacy when someone can know if you're home or not and if that room is taken. But she said it's because if you're home late, you'll have a spot. I'm assuming there's not enough parking? How can that be when each room is connected to a spot? I feel like I've been transformed back to the 70s to my childhood home with outdated decor of patterned carpet, wood trim, low tile sink, slim shower, fleece blankets, and mix match blankets. If you can pass all that, it's actually a quaint little place with a mini fridge, no microwave, a swimming pool and designated outdoor smoking area. After all, it's a 'ranch' theme. (+) A.C with remote (+) Heater has its own thermostat and wall furnace (+) All one level, no need to worry about stairs. 20 units. (+) 3 extra pillows and one fleece blanket in the closet. (-) No outlets. Just a power strip behind the fridge. (-) No iron - I'm sure you can call to ask (-) No microwave - Must call to ask and they will bring it to you if they have it available. Otherwise, the office can heat it up for you. (-) Shampoo is in a 0.4 ounce sample size pouch. (-) Very slim standing shower (-) Low sink, not ideal for tall folks (-) Small standard size toilet bowl (-) Physical key (-) The tv lags between channels and not clear (-) The towel hook behind the door was as high as the door way. Quite a reach. My Expedia reservation said the office opens at 7am but the hours on the door says 7:30am, yet there's a clock that says "Be right back at 8am". I came by at 7:10, then at 8:30 the sign was flipped to "open" but a note that says "...stepping out be right back..." and finally 9am. That same note was still there. Imagine if I needed to pay? So I dropped the keys in the drop box. Overall, it was clean and most importantly, we felt safe. It's 10 minutes from Sensorio light show. It's also far from downtown, you would have to drive. read more

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Kudos to this owned and operated motel that takes great pride in their facilities and customer service. My son and I were driving up from LA to Northern California for a school program, and needed a midway stop to spend the night. The front office closes at 9 p.m., but made arrangements for us to self-check in at 11 p.m. The rate was very reasonable, and the room was immaculate: crisp clean linens, white/well maintained grout, sparkling clean surfaces in the bathroom. There was reliable WiFi, and a microwave and mini-fridge. The whole place offered vintage roadside motel charm. The owners were so kind and gracious, and offered coffee and pastries in the morning when we were checking out. Do not hesitate to book a room here! read more

This is definitely an old school inn (think Bates Motel without the peepholes and knife attacks in the shower), and I love, Love, LOVE that. No frills, and decor is retro, But the beds are comfy, and they have a microwave oven, coffee maker, and cable TV. So you get the best of both worlds! Best of all: The owners (Frank, and I did not get his wife's name, but she is incredibly sweet and wonderful!) are incredibly warm and caring, and want to make sure that you get the best possible experience at the motel. Staying here is an experience that you will probably not find anywhere else in the world that I can think of. And I savor it and cherish it, I can't wait to go back again! And I encourage anyone else who wants a nice, warm, small-town feel to stay at this place if they ever find themselves in Paso Robles. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!! read more

Reasonably priced, quaint, charming and comfortable. I really enjoyed my two nights at this motel. It had everything I needed. On Friday nights, the taco pop up across the street was also a perk. I sat outside near the pool and ate my tacos and it was beautiful peaceful. I would stay here again and I'd recommend to anybody who appreciates timeless charm. read more

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What Perry Mason vibes this place gives me! Retro quaint and clean! A very short walk to downtown park restaurants and shops. Eight minutes to Vino Robles Amphitheater and the only place in the area that had a room available for just a one nights stay, others required two nights or where booked. Easy reservations and they offerMilitary Discounts! We arrived and the gentleman said there are no rules for early check my room is ready he handed me a physical room key with Keychain room nunber! We went to our room and were transported back to the early 70s. A queen size bed that felt like a full, bedspread clean, sheets clean extra pillows, carpeted, built in vanity but no outlet. Wall heater. Cooler temperature controlled. Color TV as on the marque! Extension cord coming from outlet behind a galley size fride on the floor. Comfortable size bathroom yellow vintage tiles and slim shower stall. I like the designated parking stalls but can be tight if your neighbors drive in with oversized trucks or suv. Doors are tricky they should replace the door knobs and locks, customer safety is worth the expense. Nice place yes I would stay again for a night or two but not an extended time. Bring your own necessity shampoo body wash hair dryer. read more

As other reviews stated.. such a clean, and eclectic motel!! the location is perfect, walking distance to the little town square. The staff was friendly, the rooms were clean and have every basic need! read more

Excellent motel! Family owned and operated since 1959. If you're not looking for luxury accommodations and just want a comfortable stay, this is your spot. Motels can be very hit or miss. I'm not wealthy so I always check the motels first. Some are scary but others are surprisingly wonderful. This was one of the latter experiences. LOCATION: First and foremost, the location is fantastic. Short walk to all restaurants and bars. Just a couple blocks. PARKING: Easy and guaranteed parking. Each room has an assigned spot. ROOM: Nothing fancy obviously but clean and comfortable. Coffee maker and mini fridge. Comfortable bed. Shower was alright--decent water pressure. No microwave and that's maybe my only tiny complaint. SERVICE: Since this is a family-owned small business, the service stands out. First, they called me to confirm my reservation a couple days before. I asked about check-in time and was told that the office would be open until 930PM but I could make special arrangements if I'd be getting into town later. So if you're coming late, contact them. The woman that checked us in was really friendly and helpful. I believe she is the owner's niece. We also talked to the owner when we were checking out. Super nice guy that clearly cares about his business. Also, they have a Keurig machine in the office and some breakfast pastries. POOL: There is a pool but it closes for the winter. This is a terrific option if you're coming to Paso and don't need anything fancy. It's very affordable, conveniently located, comfortable, and managed by some really nice folks! read more

I come to Paso a few times a year for work, usually on short notice and I've ended up at Melody Ranch a few different times. I have to echo what most of the other reviewers say; yes it's an older, simple motel but it maintains that slightly homey charm and it's notably clean with great customer service. The people are always welcoming and warm in a way that always reads as genuine and although it's older to the point that even the Kleenex dispenser and the brass doorknobs and hardware can easily be dated to the 1960's, everything works so it yields and simple no nonsense experience. If you're the type of person that is admittedly "higher maintenance" then it's probably not for you, but if your more on the reasonable and down-to-earth end of the spectrum and prioritize cleanliness and kindness above modern amenities, give it a try. I genuinely think the owners deserve it. read more

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Nostalgic, no frills motel. Perfect for our stay...a place to lay our heads after wine tastings, brewery hopping, and a concert at Vina Robles. Lots of food options within a 5 minute drive! Room included a mini fridge that worked great! Place was nice and quiet. We can't wait to stay here again! read more

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Fantastic! inexpensive, family-owned, comfortable. Favorite place to stay on Central Coast - it reminds me of staying at Grandma's house in Old Town SLO. Old school tile showers, new carpeting, slipper chairs and flat screen tvs - great mix of new and nostalgic. read more

We travel often from Southern California to the Paso Robles area. Our favorite place to stay is the Melody Ranch Motel, a quintessential 50's motor inn. The owners (maybe original owners!) are warm and hospitable. We are always made to feel welcome! I have given them 5 stars because they excel at being what they are, a clean, comfortable budget motel. The beds are good, the towels of nice quality and a location that is adjacent to the center of town. We walk to fabulous restaurants and shopping opportunities. If you are looking for Ritz Carlton luxury, don't stay here and then write a lousy review!! This is a great place to stay! read more

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Simple and clean. Exactly what I expect from a small motel. If you are just stopping for a night in Peso Robles this is a good choice. read more

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This was a delightful motel to stay at. Old school but very clean? Gave me a sense of Nostalgia. My only complaint was the water restriction in the shower. But, I am sure that is required by the city. I would have loved to seen a cowboy pattern on the bed spread. Thanks for the nice, clean motel. read more

This was a remarkably welcomed surprise! I was driving north on 101 without plans of where to stop on a Saturday night and the end of August. Not an easy time to find a room. Not only did Melody Ranch have a room, but it was remarkably quiet, clean and well appointed. The air conditioner was virtually silent! The complementary breakfast was much more than I expected with excellent pastries and high-quality yogurt, choice of coffees and tea, etc. read more

WONDERFUL place to stay. I am a huge stickler for clean and let me tell you, this place is squeaky clean! The sheets, the towels, the bathroom, even the pool was crystal clear and sparkling! The gentleman in the front office was very very kind and friendly. Only a 2 minute walk from down town. Exceptional stay 10/10. We will come back just so we can stay at this motel. read more

Welcome to 1958. Frank, the current owner said this place has been in his family since 1960 and it was already doing business. I recognize the yellow bathroom tile, porcelain sink from my childhood. The 1960's, flowered paneling on one wall I wish I could forget. The beds are firm. Good for me. The bath soap wont win any awards. This is plain and simple...probably what the kids these days would say was camping out. It's charming and nostalgic and well kept. AAA discount on a room that is already only $68? Humble thyself, this is a great place and couldn't be any closer to all the happenings in Paso Robles than the $200+ rooms at other fancy schmancy places. We're hooked. Thanks Denny B for the enlightenment! read more

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With a cozy yet growing Downtown area within a stone's throw, Melody Ranch is such a perfectly charming respite from the confines of the modern world haha! Mom and I needed a stopover to lay our weary heads on our way home from the Bay, and Paso was the ideal spot. We did a little wine tasting, were able to check in early and rest a bit, before doing a little more wine tasting lol. The Melody Ranch is the PERFECT location for anything even kinda resembling that game plan! The room is clean, comfy, and everyone in the front office is super kind and very willing to share AWESOME recommendations if you ask :) at one point the day we stayed, a couple of patrons were chillin by the pool... which looked like a fantastic afternoon activity on this simply gorgeous spring/summery day! Embrace the rustic (actual physical keys/locks, mini fridge, shower chamber, tv box, etc)-- it's a fundamental part of the entire Paso je ne sais quoi that brought you to this getaway in the first place. I'm so proud that MR was the backbone of Mom's first Paso trip!! Thank you so much for taking good care of us. PLEASE SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES. It is quite inspiring to see the tourists out and about now that most schools are on summer vacation, especially somewhere as truly special as Paso Robles. Especially somewhere as warm and welcoming as Melody Ranch! read more

This motel was very quaint. It was a bit older with the furniture and decor but was very clean and inviting. The staff was friendly and was well worth the price. Very close walk to downtown area park and restaurants. There was a refrigerator in the room but no small amenities such as iron and hair dryer. That was ok because it was cozy and comfortable. Although we didn't use it there was a pool that looked well maintained. I would recommend if you are passing through and need a room for the night. I had a very comfortable stay. read more

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When something unexpected and good happens, it must be noted. Melody Ranch is upgrading their rooms. Don't know if all the rooms got the make-over, but maybe. Gone is the dark green/brown carpet - in comes the simulated wood flooring in a light finish. Huge improvement. Gone are the dreary bedspreads and new pastels are there. Gone are MOST of the CRT TVs and flat screens have replaced them. If you come to Paso to watch TV, you are sick. Gone are the 60's chairs & tables and replaced with much more comfortable and brighter furniture. Looking for nostalgia? The wall heaters and the yellow tile bathrooms are still there, so all is not lost to this modern world. read more

If I could give more stars I would. Great staff, great place, older but clean and comfy. I don't normally bother with leaving reviews, but I was impressed by how welcoming and wholesome this place was. A nice little blast from the past. Thank you Frank for a wonderful experience! We will be back the next time we are rolling through! what a gem! read more

Melody Ranch Motel was where my mother-in-law booked a block of four rooms for our family as overflow accommodations while visiting Paso Robles for my father-in-law's 80th birthday at his vineyard. Since his house was overflowing with guests spending the night, a few of us decided to stay at Melody Ranch instead. After a long day of playing at the water park then a BBQ at the vineyard we were exhausted. When we arrived at 9pm on Saturday night, it was dark but I could tell from the street that this was not the type of place we would usually stay at. It looks like The Bates Motel from the street. It was not an option to turn around and leave at this point with all of us just tired and ready to shower and crash. We had rooms 16, 17, 18 and 20 which are at the far end of the Motel clustered together. Parking was assigned by room number right outside each room. Nice to pull up and have a spot so close. Inside room 16, it was a tiny double - meaning two double beds to sleep 4. The decor was blah, depressing, and cheap to match the price of the accommodations. There was a built in desk/vanity with no chair, a table and two chairs, and a bulky old fashioned TV mounted to the wall and hanging in the middle of the room. Carpet appeared new but I was still weary of the cleanliness. Bedspreads were seemingly clean and bedding under was clean and comfortable. Mattresses were firm and provided a nice night's sleep. Bathroom tiny and old but functional, shower was super small but worked. In shower, my kids had trouble regulating the water temp but we figured it out and got it done. Motel provided basic soap and coffee maker with coffee in bathroom. No blow dryer. The towels were clean and comfortable to use (and I'm picky!). The room had air conditioning that was super noisy but provided ample coolness to the room and served as a sound barrier to the thin walls. We could hear conversations clearly through the walls. Fortunately our neighbors were family and all was quiet for the most part that night. After a solid night's rest we checked out at 11am the next morning. Although I was loath to stay at the Melody Ranch because I'm a 3 star hotel snob meaning I never pick places to stay under that rating, it was a decent, safe place to sleep for a night. I was happy to leave but was pleasantly surprised to meet the owner at check-out who was a pleasant, kind man. It was apparent that he runs a decent business that provides a basic service. Would I stay at the Melody Ranch Motel in the future? The answer is yes but only in a pinch if we needed a quick pit stop. read more

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Very well run motel. Good value. A few blocks from the center of town. Staff are super friendly, helpful and organized.

This reasonable little gem is within a block of the downtown square in Paso Robles and its restaurants, history museum, thrift and and antique shops, and Saturday farmers market. It is clean as a whistle, which is especially impressive given the adorable vintage yellow tile in the bathrooms. We had a nice chat with co-owner Frank, whose parents bought the place around 1960. Don't go looking for a high end experience here, just a modest hotel with exceptionally high standards. read more

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Amazing staff and clean rooms. I needed a room last minute after my car broke down. Got lucky they had one left as the state fair was going on. You can't beat the price here and serious the whole staff were so helpful and accommodating with my after hours check in. 10/10 would stay again. read more

Booked this motel room for the Paso Robles Fair and let me just say-- I'm so glad we did. If you're looking for a retro, quiet, & relaxing stay.. this is it! Definitely a hidden gem but located very close to downtown Paso. Check-in is easy, very nice and accommodating hotel staff, immaculate rooms, & assigned parking (which we appreciated). The room had AC, a microwave, and flatscreen TV. Its a very cozy stay so if you're into those boujee hotels.... just give it a try anyway.... or don't! But it definitely surpasses what you think a typical motel would be. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Another fabulous weekend for the Zinfandel festival here in Paso Robles and I always go to my extremely inexpensive, clean, suitable lodging right downtown Paso Robles where they never double or triple the rates for festivals. These people are so honest and gracious Christians that have run this nice little motel for over 40 years. I would never stay anywhere else if you just want to clean comfortable place to sleep and are out exploring during the day. $110 a night is a BARGAIN. No luxury but clean and comfortable and Frank, the owner could not be more hospitable. read more

4 stars for value and courtesy. If you want a fridge they can provide one. Frank is remodeling the rooms and they look nice. This a flashback to roadside motels of the 60s and 70s. The location is why I stay here every week for work for almost 2 years. I like this place. read more

Totally fine if you're spending most of your time out of the room. Don't expect amenities like hair dryers or bottled water in the room. Don't get me wrong, I've stayed here three times and it's my go-to when I'm in Paso, but you get what you pay for at this place and your expectations should be as such. If you're traveling in the winter, know that the heaters are old and are either really hot or not. read more

Very old but clean motel. There are no amenities. Thin small bar soap. Shampoo in little packets. We brought our own. There are only 2 outlets in the room area and one in the bathroom. They are all 2 prong outlets so we brought adapters,and a power strip for all our phones and other things. Beds are comfortable. In a room for 3 or 4 people they only have double beds. If you are not tiny people it is to small that it why we got the roll away. The roll away and it was not comfortable. Very small closet and no dresser. Small TV mounted on the wall not flat screen. There isn't a blow dryer and the very small coffee pot on the very small bathroom sink. The shower is very small. I liked the yellow old fashion tiles. The pool is very small but very clean. This is a family owned business and they do maintain the property. They have a soda machine and ice and snack machine. I would much rather stay here if I was on a budget then a Motel 6. If your visiting Paso Robles it is within walking distance of downtown and all the restaurants and the movie theater. I would stay here again when passing through. Although its right off Spring St it is quite. It seems to book up very fast. We did have a pleasant stay. We would stay here again. It was very clean ! So if you want no frills this is the place for you. read more

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Don't come expecting amenities. You won't find them here at the Melody Ranch. No continental breakfast, no alarm clocks in the room, basic color TV, and just a couple of electrical outlets (bring your own power strip with you, if you plan to charge any electronics). We also bring a small shower caddy with us because there is no room in the tiny phone booth sized shower stall to put any of your basics (shampoo, razor, soap etc.) But...... we still love the Leave it to Beaver classic 1950's era charm of the Melody Ranch motel and have stayed here about twice a year for the last eight years. It's the perfect weekend getaway for my wife and I. Frank and his staff are always personable and accommodating to us. The rooms are always clean and is easy to park right next to your room for unloading all those cases of wine you just bought :) and it's also a short 6 minute and 23 second walk to downtown Paso Robles for all the cool but touristy restaurants. You stay here when you want an old fashioned motel experience like in the good old days before corporatized hotels (Courtyard by Marriots, Hampton Inn's etc.) showed up in every small town USA. The Melody Ranch, is still a cozy and quaint place to stay that doesn't cost you an arm and a leg. I like that it doesn't have the "trucker motel" vibe to it found at similar budget motels (Motel 6 / Super 8). The Melody Ranch also doesn't have that indian food stench (Curry) permeating the air like when you are in the motel lobby of a Days Inn. :) September 14, 2015 update. We have stayed here a few more times since my original 02/20/2012 review. Frank has made some very nice improvements/enhancements to the motel: all new windows in every room, new carpeting etc. Wonderful. Still an old-fashioned Motor Inn but a little nicer now! November 26, 2018 update. On vacation and staying here again all this week while going winetasting. The Melody Ranch looks exactly the same as it did the last time we stayed here a few years ago. This place really doesn't change much at all. Just a few years older and that's it. Everything I said above in my review is still on point. read more