Sonesta Essential Fairmont
Inn, 2-star20 Southland Drive, Fairmont, WV, United StatesShow on map
7.4 · Good236 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Good locationGuests rate the location 7.6 out of 10, at 20 Southland Drive.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Convenient Location Situated just a short distance from West Virginia University and Mountaineer Field, Microtel Inn & Suites Fairmont offers easy access to key attractions in Fairmont. Guests can explore the city with ease and enjoy nearby landmarks.
Modern Amenities Guests can relax and stay connected with our air-conditioned rooms featuring free WiFi. The fitness centre provides opportunities for guests to stay active during their stay. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom for added convenience.
Exceptional Service Our 2-star inn offers a shared lounge, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage to cater to all guest needs. Our dedicated staff ensures a comfortable and memorable stay for all visitors.
Book your stay at Microtel Inn & Suites Fairmont for a delightful and convenient experience.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- 24-hour front desk
- Business center
- Heating
Rooms
7.4
Good
Rated 7.4 out of 10 by 236 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness6.6
- Service8.1
- Location7.6
- Rooms7.1
- Amenities7.1
- Value7.6
- Food & drink8.1
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat breakfast
LauraUnited StatesComfy bed, very clean, good breakfast
Lighting in the room was poor. Never saw housekeeping to take our trash
LauraUnited StatesCame to visit with family. A nice clean room, friendly people and a decent breakfast. Quiet areas, a few noisy guests.
Needed more lighting in the room, housekeeping never came, noisy air conditioner in hallway.…
YoganathanCanadaGood price and fair service.
JosephUnited StatesPoorly run hotel. The lady at the front desk tries to help, but has no resources. Ownership sucks.
Small breakfast available. Second room was somewhat better - no cigarette smoke. Bathroom was clean.
First guest room smelled of smoke. Had to relocate to a third floor room. The tv channels did not work - signal…
EugeneCanadaVery filthy
Not far from the highway.
The person on reception tried her best to resolve the issues herself.
This place is filthy! On Jul 23-24, I was given a room 303. When I checked in, I was shocked how dirty it was - some food…
RobertUnited StatesGreat location and friendly staff. Clean and comfortable for the most part
No place to sit outside except on wooden picnic table that has seen better days
No outdoor lights around parking lot. Pole lights are there but…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
20 Southland Drive, Fairmont, WV, United States
Guests rate the location 7.6 out of 10 — good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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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. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Sonesta Essential Fairmont
What time is check-in and check-out at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Sonesta Essential Fairmont allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Sonesta Essential Fairmont have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Can I check in late at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Sonesta Essential Fairmont?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Sonesta Essential Fairmont?
20 Southland Drive, Fairmont, WV.
Other places we book in Fairmont
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
