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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area

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Close to Downtown Mall and University of Virginia, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area provides free continental breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Very good
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Fifeville, a neighborhood in Charlottesville, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area is near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Biscuit Run State Park and Ix Art Park, while Play On! Theater and Charlottesville Pavilion are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at John Paul Jones Arena or Scott Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Charlottesville travel guide
Map
401 Cherry Ave, Charlottesville, VA, 22903

What's nearby

  • A street with outdoor seating, brick buildings, and an American flag.
    Downtown Mall
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Outdoor tables with white tablecloths, a green door, and a sign for Southern Environmental Law Center.
    Ting Pavilion
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Charlottesville Pavilion
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Paramount Theater
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Jefferson Theater
    14 min walk - 0.8 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
  • Korner Restaurant
    9 min walk
  • South Street Brewery
    11 min walk

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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
  • 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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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)

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown/University Area located?

Located in Fifeville, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Play On! Theater and Downtown Mall. University of Virginia is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away. Charlottesville Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 973 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 973 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 973 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 973 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 973 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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Our stay was really great. Clean room, friendly front desk staff. The breakfast was really good, too!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Herbert

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Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

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A family member had surgery at UVA and Fairfield Inn was located in a great location from the hospital. Staff was so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel with good breakfast included. Staff was great. Convenient to UVA Medical Center. Only downside is parking can be challenging in the parking garage due to limited space. I would recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Sandra

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The room was spotless, the staff was polite and friendly, and they had a nice hot breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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Comfortable beds room was very clean and parking was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Jessica

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Very helpful staff, nice pool, and everything was very neat and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Thomas

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Staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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The staff were all very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kang

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Clean, new bathroom, good breakfast, quiet, spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff was friendly, bed very comfortable and the breakfast was more than we expected. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Watsamonphan

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Very clean place , wonderful staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Jennifer

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The on site parking is nice and the hotel is clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meghan

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We had a lovely stay- the hotel was clean and in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

LeiMeredith

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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
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8/10 Good

Jane

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good rooms, clean and well maintained. Excellent breakfast option; reasonable prices; free parking on site.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Julie

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Comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jared

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It was very easy and convenient to check in and check out. Breakfast was nice and the room and property overall were clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Megan

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Great stay

Amazing stay, friendly staff, clean room, and short walk to Ting Pavilion for concerts.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very clean, bright, neat, and the staff were very helpful and always available. The room was very clean and well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

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Excellent breakfast and nice fitness room! Parking was under the hotel and easy in/out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

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everyone was very friendly, clean room, great breakfast. overall great trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

michael carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great getaway.

Great location. Park across road and close to downtown outdoor mall. Breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025