Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area

3.0 star property

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Lounge
Indoor pool
BBQ/picnic area
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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401 Cherry Ave, Charlottesville, VA, 22903
  • Place, Downtown Mall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Charlottesville Pavilion
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Virginia Hospital
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Charlottesville, VA (CHO-Charlottesville-Albemarle)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)
  • 351 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Corner

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower & Transfer Shower)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower & Transfer Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Charlottesville

Located in Fifeville within a short walk of Downtown Mall, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as University of Virginia. This 117-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Downtown Mall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Charlottesville Pavilion - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Jefferson Theater - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ting Pavilion - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Virginia Hospital - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Charlottesville Station - 11 min walk
  • Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guajiro’s - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mejicali - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Three Notch'd Craft Kitchen & Brewery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪J Bird Supply - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Vision BBQ - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area

At Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Sofa beds, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 493 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-6:30 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairfield Inn Marriott Downtown/University Area Hotel
Fairfield Inn Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area
Fairfield Inn Marriott Downtown/University Area
Fairfield Inn Marriott Downtown/University Area Hotel
Fairfield Inn Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area
Fairfield Inn Marriott Downtown/University Area Hotel
Fairfield Inn Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area
Fairfield Inn Marriott Downtown/University Area

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

As of Mar 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area on Mar 29, 2026 start from $126, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see close to Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

This hotel is situated in Fifeville within a 10-minute walk of Downtown Mall, Charlottesville Pavilion, and Charlottesville Ice Park. You'll also find The Jefferson Theater and Paramount Theater less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area feature a casino on the premises?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness facility plus some guestrooms include hydromassage showerheads.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Are there connecting rooms at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

The closest major airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area is Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO), which is 9.5 mi away (21 minutes by car). Another top airport is Weyers Cave, VA (SHD-Shenandoah Valley Regional), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 631 out of 953 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 953 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 953 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 953 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 953 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. We asked to be moved as there was a noisy party in the room directly above ours. The desk clerk promptly moved us. I had just had surgery at UVA and needed a peaceful night. The lotion proved by the hotel had been used prior to my opening it. It was almost empty. Needless to say, I discarded it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfy, helpful staff, everything super easy. The location is not great, that’s the only downside. It’s okay just not nice like being on the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comforter was dirty, but the rest of the room was nice. Need vegan/plant based milks on the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Bed was too soft ie worn out. The cable wasn’t working and there was no hot water 2 of the 3 days of our visit
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

John, Charlotte

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amenities and rooms are old and dated. Nothing very close in terms of retail/food and worse part, the tvs and internet didn’t work and no one was offered a credit
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kyaw

Very expensive and not worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gwen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeiMeredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 stay! Clean, spacious suite rooms. Very kind, professional staff. Some rooms are pet-friendly, which I needed for this trip. Walkable to the downtown outdoor mall area which was great. Good continental breakfast. Would 100% recommend and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Charlottesville and was genuinely impressed by the quality of the room. From the moment I walked in, it was clear that cleanliness is a top priority here. The space was spotless — fresh linens, dust-free surfaces, and a well-maintained bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Charlottesville and was genuinely impressed by the quality of the room. From the moment I walked in, it was clear that cleanliness is a top priority here. The space was spotless — fresh linens, dust-free surfaces, and a well-maintained bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyaw

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

R Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla Alexandra

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great but I didn’t feel I could walk in the surrounding area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, WASHINGTON

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert, hampton

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you Samir and all the front desk staff for wonderful customer service. . We had a nice visit. We would stay here again Dr. Bob.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMAL ELKHEIR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel within walking distance of most of the attractions of Charlottesville. (Downtown Mall, UVA, Main Street) Staff was super nice and helpful. Good bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025