Sonesta Essential Fairmont

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Sonesta Hotel
8.2 (178 reviews)
20 Southland Dr, Fairmont, West Virginia, 26554 , Fairmont , US
1-304-363-3100

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Fitness facilities
Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Continental breakfast
Picnic area
Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Training issues with staff

Categories

Cleanliness
6.46
Several reviews highlighted visible dust, mold, and dirty towels, indicating poor cleanliness.
Service
8.93
Some reviews noted friendly staff, though issues with training were mentioned.
Location
9.97
Convenient layover location while traveling, positive sentiment.
Room Quality
7.92
Mixed reviews, with concerns about old and small rooms but some comfort noted.
Amenities
7.45
Basic amenities available but lack of in-room coffee pot and issues with breakfast options.
Value for Money
10
Great value for the price, especially for pet-friendly accommodations.
Food and Beverage
6.41
Breakfast options were described as unappealing.
Overall Experience
8.46
Overall mixed experience with several positive and negative aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 21:20

Property Description

Experience comfort and convenience at Sonesta Essential Fairmont, your ideal retreat in the heart of Fairmont.

Recreation and Relaxation
Unwind with our fitness center, or enjoy the scenic picnic area perfect for leisurely afternoons. Our amenities include complimentary wireless internet access, ensuring you stay connected throughout your visit.

Comfort in Every Room
Our 62 well-appointed guestrooms come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and flat-screen televisions, providing the comforts of home. Experience a restful night with private bathrooms equipped with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Business-Friendly Amenities
For those traveling for work, our hotel features a well-equipped business center and 280 square feet of meeting space, perfect for hosting events. Plus, enjoy complimentary breakfast each morning and 24-hour front desk service for added convenience.

Don’t miss out on an unforgettable stay - book your room at Sonesta Essential Fairmont today!

Important information:

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MGW

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Count on Us (Wyndham)

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 178 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.46
Service: 8.93
Location: 9.97
Room Quality: 7.92
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 10
Food and Beverage: 6.41
Overall Experience: 8.46
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Dwight
10
Pros:

Great folks, good breakfast. I extended my stay because of them.

2025-10-08 • via Nuitee
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A James • partner
8
Pros:

Very clean great staff

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Wendelyn • family
4
Pros:

The rooms are very old and dirty. (Lobby is bright and clean). Towels thread bare with visible dirt when held to light. Smelly stuffy room. Thermostat missing from wall. Visible dust on all edges of stained old carpet. Several areas of mold/mildew on the walls and ceiling in the bathroom. Spiderwebs visible in the bathroom. Front desk somewhat friendly. Breakfast area clean.

2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
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Michael
10
Pros:

Great value for the price as well as reasonable charge for our dog. Walls are a bit thin so if you’re a light sleeper it could be a problem. Good breakfast.

2025-09-27 • via Nuitee
J
JORGE
10
Pros:

Easy checking - friendly staff

2025-09-25 • via Nuitee
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Nick
10
Pros:

Great rooms, extremely friendly staff

2025-09-24 • via Nuitee
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Lynn
8
Pros:

Room was small but comfortable and clean. Ac worked well, good water pressure in the shower and it was in a good location, not too far away from everywhere we needed to be for a family event. Really wish there was a coffee pot in the room. Most hotels are removing them (I’m assuming due to theft) and it’s inconvenient to always need to go to another section of hotel when needing hot water or coffee.

2025-09-22 • via Nuitee
H
Hope
6
Pros:

We had to have

2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel
10
Pros:

Excellent

2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
E
Emily • partner
8
Pros:

Basics but safe and efficient

2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
F
Fnu • family
10
Pros:

The rooms are reasonably priced. The staff are very helpful.

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
G
Gregory
8
Use to be a microtel.
Pros:

I was in Fairmont WV for business and just needed a place to stay. The room was clean but some of the linens and towels were getting dingy and in need of replacement. The TV was very small but I don't care about that. I did not stay for the breakfast so I can't speak to that. Overall a clean place to stay that was inexpensive with name food options close my.

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Helen • partner
8
Pros:

Checking in was a breeze. The attendant was very friendly & approachable.

2025-09-03 • via Nuitee
M
Michele
8
Pros:

Good

2025-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Leeann • family
10
Pros:

Good

2025-08-30 • via Nuitee
D
Derek
10
Pros:

Super friendly well staffed and clean spacious rooms

2025-08-27 • via Nuitee
J
Jewel
6
Poorly Trained Staff and low end property
Pros:

Basic but fairly clean. Staff not trained and left alone. Front desk attendant had trouble checking me in, took her a while to figure out the software it seemed. I ask where the stairs were and she didn’t know (it’s a small hotel and they were just down the hall behind her). No hair dryer in room. They had to go find one in another room when I asked. The door handle in my room was installed upside down. They said several of them were that way. Breakfast looked awful, I skipped it. Would not stay here again.

2025-08-17 • via Nuitee
C
Christibe • family
2
Pros:

Very young lady at desk, not able to handle issues on her own

2025-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • family
2
Pros:

We did not enjoy our stay. Woukd not recommend this hotel

2025-08-16 • via Nuitee
D
Dianne • partner
8
Pros:

We find this place to be a convenient layover while traveling I 79.

2025-08-10 • via Nuitee