Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area

Hotels
Fairfield Inn
8.7 (347 reviews)
401 Cherry Avenue , Charlottesville , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean facility
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Parking difficulties
Mold in bathrooms
Food quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
Cleanliness was noted positively, but one review mentioned mold in the bathroom.
Service
9.25
Staff received high praise for their hospitality and help.
Location
9.29
The location is convenient for site access and other amenities.
Room Quality
8.74
Rooms were mostly clean and spacious, with some comments on older building aspects.
Amenities
8.77
General amenities were satisfactory, though some guests mentioned possible improvements.
Value for Money
8.73
Guests felt the overall value was good given the stay experience.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Breakfast options received criticism for being cold and lacking variety.
Overall Experience
8.75
While there were some issues, overall guests enjoyed their stay and would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 06:16

Property Description

Modern Accommodations
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area offers stylish non-smoking rooms with express check-in and check-out for your convenience.

Wellness and Recreation
Stay active during your stay with access to the fitness center and unwind by taking a dip in the indoor pool.

Convenient Location
Located near popular attractions like Scott Stadium and John Paul Jones Arena, this hotel provides easy access to key destinations in Charlottesville. Book now for a memorable stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CHO

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 347 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 8.75
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dwyerdcw Family Etowah, North Carolina
8
New, clean and a great value
Pros:

The room rate and included breakfast made this hotel a good value. Our suite was very spacious, clean and well appointed. The oversized bathroom was a plus with three of us in the room. Our corner room 301 had 2 outdoor balconies but was very noisy with traffic and emergency vehicle sirens. There is a fire station and a major hospital blocks away. We recommend asking for a room on the side away from the streets. The first night we had guests directly above us with small children who were running and jumping on the floor until almost 10:00 p.m. If that type of noise bothers you ask for a top floor room. Water temperature in the shower was only tepid even after letting it run for at least 5 minutes. It's a quick walk to the downtown pedestrian mall but it did feel a bit dicey walking up Ridge Street after dark. Charlottesville has a marked homeless problem so be careful especially around the Downtown Mall area at night.

2026-05-03 via Tripadvisor
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Brenda couple us
9
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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8
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Alistair extended_group gb
10
2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Karen solo_traveller nl
8
Pros:

Behulpzaam personeel, goed ontbijt, ruime keuze.

Cons:

Wegwerpbordjes, -bekers en -bestek. Zonde!

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Susan solo_traveller us
8
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Adilzhan family_with_children kz
10
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Nathan couple us
10
Wonderful location for downtown adventures
Pros:

The location, the staff, ease of checkin, parking and breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Eva family_with_children es
10
Pros:

El trato fue excelente

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Stanley couple us
10
Pros:

The people and the rooms

Cons:

That it was well maintained even when we had a lot of snow

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller us
10
Very good
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Gin P solo_traveller nl
7
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
T
teyes2025 Business
4
Disappointed stay
Pros:

I stayed here for three nights due to a snowstorm so I could be closer to work. Check-in was fine, but the overall stay was very disappointing.

Hot water was inconsistent and on the second and third nights there was barely any hot water at all, even after running it for several minutes. There was visible mold along the shower seams, which was concerning. The mini fridge froze all of my food, making it unusable. The gym was dusty and had no sanitizing wipes available. On top of that, the room was very noisy — doors opening and closing nearby were loud enough to wake me up at night.

I reported the hot water and fridge issues to the front desk and was told an engineer would look at it, but no one ever came before I checked out. I was exhausted from working long shifts and walking to and from work due to the weather, and this stay was far from restful.

I usually expect better consistency and comfort from a Marriott property. Hopefully others won’t have to experience the same issues. Stay safe, everyone!

2026-01-28 via Tripadvisor
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Ronald extended_group us
9
Cons:

no tv service

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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JOHN couple us
5
Pros:

Good location for access to the sites.

Cons:

Seemed like an older building; bedroom floor squeaked. Shower water pressure a little weak. Need hand rails in the shower for safety.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Kristi family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Staff was very kind and courteous

Cons:

Noise from the street. Used fan noise on phone to sleep

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Ashley family_with_children gb
9
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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Raashon couple us
8
2026-01-11 via Nuitee
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Jeff couple us
7
2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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Julian couple us
10
2025-12-16 via Nuitee