John Calhoun Baker University Center - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
Getting around
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) - 83 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 2 min walk
Subway - 8 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Burger King - 7 min walk
Taco Bell - 13 min walk
About this property
Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens
Hotel near Ohio University
Consider a stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a business center, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An indoor pool
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
Free newspapers, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
Laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 68 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like high-speed internet.
More amenities include:
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
TVs with Netflix and cable channels
Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
24-hour gym
Indoor pool
Family friendly
Grocery/convenience store
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Meeting room
Outdoors
Picnic area
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Height-adjustable showerhead
Lever door handles
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Visual fire alarm
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
3 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Comprehensive recycling policy
Double-glazed windows
No plastic coffee stirrers
Rooftop garden
Smoking not allowed
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Netflix
TV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
We should mention
Pool access available from 6 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Fairfield Inn Athens Hotel
Fairfield Inn Athens
Fairfield Inn Suites Athens
Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens Athens
Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens Hotel Athens
Frequently asked questions
Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6 AM–10:00 PM.
Is Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens?
Check-in begins at 3 PM.
What time is check-out at Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens located?
Situated in Athens, this hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Strouds Run State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ohio University and Court Street. Hot Dog Museum and Southeast Ohio History Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Athens Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 713 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 713 reviews
8 - Good
155
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 713 reviews
6 - Okay
20
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 713 reviews
4 - Poor
10
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 713 reviews
2 - Terrible
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Clean and nice rooms.
Vanessa
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Everyone was very friendly and helpful and the property was perfectly clean and modern.
Kristina
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Staff was friendly and helpful
Cheryl
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Very clean and comfortable staying at this location! We are down to race at least once a month and if I’m able to swing it we choose to stay here!
alina
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Clean hotel. Had everything we needed for our stay.
Fidelia
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Extremely welcoming staff and overall great stay!
Rachel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10
Overall an okay experience. Biscuits were still frozen for breakfast.
Samantha
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10
Just a quick stop while traveling. Room was clean and shower was nice. Typical hotel breakfast.
Lisa
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10
Very convenient
Rodney
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
House cleaning for the 2nd night was nice. Staff at front desk was friendly and helpful
Mary
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Very nice inside
Morgan
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Lovely stay. Friendly staff, nice pool. Perfect stop on our holiday travels.
Emily
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
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John
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
Very happy with our stay here.
Sherry
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Enjoyed our stay, close to campus and places to shop and eat
Shane
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10
Overall great stay.
Jay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
Well appointed, comfortable room; great value for price.
Mark
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10
Very clean - breakfast was good with many options. Staff gave us room on first floor close to door - nice for elderly couple.
Robert
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
6/10
I received extra charges for incidentals. I didn’t purchase anything or use any services. Showered and slept there, only! Also, I requested to replace used towels and didn’t receive any. Had to go to the front desk to get them replaced.
Room next door had a huge hole through the door! Room 228
Kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
The breakfast buffet was excellent, very friendly staff
William
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10
Clean, friendly staff, nice to have breakfast before heading out for the day. Enjoyed our stay!
Jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10
The atay was so nice. Place was clean, staff was nice and breakfast was good.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10
Staff was very friendly.
Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10
The hotel staff are all very kind, wonderful and accommodating. Breakfast is always delicious.
Alisha
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
One night stay passing through. Will stay here again!