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The Circle Hotel Fairfield

3.0 star property

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A white building with a covered porch, large windows, and hanging flower baskets.
A covered walkway leading to a building with a white brick facade and a blue door.
A hotel lobby with a blue wall, a staircase, a brick planter, a patterned rug, and a bicycle.
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a lamp, and a window with a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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417 Post Road, Fairfield, CT, 06430
  • Place, Fairfield University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Penfield Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Jennings Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, White Plains, NY (HPN-Westchester County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(193 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, a lamp, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a wall clock.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a red armchair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall decoration.

Pool View Classic King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a red armchair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall decoration.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Pool View (Wheelchair)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted fish decoration, a lamp, and a window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Wheelchair)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Kitchenette (Wheelchair)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted fish decoration, a lamp, and a window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchenette (Wheelchair)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Fairfield

Located in Grasmere, The Circle Hotel Fairfield is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Fairfield Museum and History Center and Fairfield University. This 80-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Fairfield University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fairfield Theater Company - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Penfield Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Fairfield Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Jennings Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Fairfield Metro Station - 19 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Shiki Hana Japanese Bistro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Circle Hotel Fairfield

The Circle Hotel Fairfield features free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and express check-out. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Other standard amenities include ironing boards and desks. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible 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
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Circle Bar (10am - 10pm)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 2 to May 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: USD 10.01 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 30 to September 02.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at The Circle Hotel Fairfield.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Fairfield Circle Inn
Fairfield Circle
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Circle Hotel Fairfield
Circle Fairfield
Circle Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Circle Hotel Fairfield?

The Circle Hotel Fairfield provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Circle Hotel Fairfield?

As of Jul 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Circle Hotel Fairfield on Aug 10, 2026 start from $204, 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 The Circle Hotel Fairfield?

This hotel is situated in Grasmere within a short 8-minute walk of South Benson Marina and also 16 minutes on foot from Fairfield Museum and History Center. You'll also find Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater and Jennings Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Circle Hotel Fairfield?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Circle Hotel Fairfield have a casino on the premises?

No, The Circle Hotel Fairfield doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Circle Hotel Fairfield?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from May 30 until September 02.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Circle Hotel Fairfield?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and Hulu as well as a bar/lounge.

Does The Circle Hotel Fairfield have a hot tub?

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

Does The Circle Hotel Fairfield have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Circle Hotel Fairfield serves free continental breakfast at Circle Bar (10am - 10pm) each morning.

Will The Circle Hotel Fairfield allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Circle Hotel Fairfield for a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night.

Does The Circle Hotel Fairfield have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from The Circle Hotel Fairfield?

The closest major airport to The Circle Hotel Fairfield is Bridgeport, CT (BDR-Igor I. Sikorsky Memorial), which is 7 mi away (10 minutes by car). Another top airport is Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal), which is located 26.4 mi away (40-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Circle Hotel Fairfield?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Circle Hotel Fairfield.

The Circle Hotel Fairfield Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 912 out of 1456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 1456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1456 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Stay was easy and clean and great breakfast…
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect, clean, comfy, convenient location, breakfast was great too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. Convenient location, super easy contactless check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, Check in was seamless, breakfast was perfect before getting on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and pleasant. The hotel location was great for walking to amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds and great water pressure!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, great breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We very much enjoyed our stay at the Circle Hotel. The staff were pleasant and helpful and the bed was very comfortable. I will be going back there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The front desk attendant was so helpful and ensured a nice stay. I really liked my suite in the main house. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, front desk staff were very professional
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Clean room, friendly staff. Yummy breakfast! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I go here when I’m in CT and always feel welcome in my stay ! Probably will always choose this place. Closest hotel to Bridgeport which is nice since I have family there but still close to enough to all Fairfield locations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great ! Staff was friendly and room was very clean. Bed was super comfortable but heater was so loud !!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and large rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Pre registered and was able to go right to our room. Room was very clean, beds and pillows were comfy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great check in, perfect for a quick visit with our daughter at Fairfield University.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosa Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carmelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in process was very easy, and the room was clean. Breakfast offered in the morning was nicely displayed and offered a nice variety of food/beverages. The staff was friendly, as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel, the beds are so comfortable and the lobby breakfast is a nice event to meet people from all over.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and spacious rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in and out was a breeze with keyless entry. Convenient parking to all buildings. Less than a mile walk to Fairfield Theater and super awesome family of deer on the property at night!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025