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Sonesta Essential Fairmont

2.5 star property
Hotel in Fairmont with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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20 Southland Dr, Fairmont, WV, 26554
  • Heston Farm Winery
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Fairmont State University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Fairmont General Hospital
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Fairmont

Located within a 5-minute walk of Middletown Mall, Sonesta Essential Fairmont is within a mile (2 km) of Pierpont Community and Technical College. This 62-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Heston Farm Winery - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Fairmont State University - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • United Hospital Center - 11 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Fairmont General Hospital - 12 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Pricketts Fort State Park - 15 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colasessano's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Kone - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Muriale's Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sonesta Essential Fairmont

Hotel in Fairmont with free breakfast and a fitness center
Sonesta Essential Fairmont features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and conference space. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a business center, a computer station, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. IPod docks, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Languages

English, German

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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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 280 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (45 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15 per stay

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 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15 per stay
  • Rollaway 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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Microtel Inn Suites Wyndh Fairmont
Microtel Suites Wyndh Fairmont
Microtel Inn Wyndham Fairmont Hotel
Microtel Inn Wyndham Fairmont
Sonesta Essential Fairmont Hotel
Sonesta Essential Fairmont Fairmont
Microtel Inn Suites By Wyndham Fairmont
Sonesta Essential Fairmont Hotel Fairmont

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

Sonesta Essential Fairmont provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

As of Apr 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonesta Essential Fairmont on May 4, 2025 start from $76.0, excluding 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 within easy reach of Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

This hotel is located in Fairmont within a short 5-minute walk of Middletown Mall. You'll also find Heston Farm Winery and Valley Worlds of Fun within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Sonesta Essential Fairmont have a casino?

No, Sonesta Essential Fairmont doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Sonesta Essential Fairmont have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Sonesta Essential Fairmont offers free continental breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Will Sonesta Essential Fairmont allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sonesta Essential Fairmont for a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

The closest major airport to Sonesta Essential Fairmont is Clarksburg, WV (CKB-North Central West Virginia), which is 13.7 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Morgantown, WV (MGW-Morgantown Municipal), which is located 24.5 mi away (27-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sonesta Essential Fairmont?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Sonesta Essential Fairmont.

Sonesta Essential Fairmont Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 983 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 983 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 983 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 983 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 983 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Orlando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Dena

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The propert looked nice but the songle rooms they advertuse ate horrible not clean dirty carpets beds that are old and lumpy dirty pillows that are old the rrpm smelled moldy the shower had zero pressure the toilet didnt flush and i believe they were snooping thrpugh my stuff when i left to eat
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Orly

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
So noisey and unkept.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Terry

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only stay there if ya like old dusty hotels
The room was dirty. The floor in the room was not clean, also the bathroom floor was dirty also. Cleanliness was a fail. The bed looked like someone just got off of it before i walked in the room. You could have wrote on the direct tv box with your finger because there was so much dust on it!!! If i could have i would of left and went somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Mike

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don’t stay there.
This hotel needs renovated. It is literally falling apart. Wood trim fell down from the light and hit me in the head. Toilet would not flush unless I took off the lid and wiggled the inside parts.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place was great, the name change threw us when we were making the reservation. The only thing that was disappointing was that there were no sausages for breakfast, there was a spot for them but it was empty. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! Check in was easy, and all the staff answered every question I had! Very clean, very quiet. Beds were very soft! Dining options right near it. Would most definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The room was very small & the queen size bed was more like a full size
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stayed for breakfast at property, room was at 60 F when first entered, room key did not work even after two attempts to fixing the problem. No apologies from staff

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room and plenty of stuff to do near by
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fairmont State College Visit
Amazing Staff, friendly and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Broke toilet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Just ok
Tired rooms. Shower backed up. TV didn't work. Room had a smell, prob bc it's pet friendly, a urine smell covered by cleaner. The area is nice. The staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Neil, Kettering

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
This property generally in great shape. Lobby, hallways and rooms look great. But it is showing signs that the owners have stopped putting money into it. They are out of the plastic cups that are used for bathrooms and juice at the breakfast bar. You have to get a New coffee cup, and unwrap it for these needs. I stayed two nights, and asked about getting a Fresh room for the third night. I was told that no housekeeping staff was coming in on Sunday to clean rooms so I was out of luck. Front desk staff was Trying to take care of the breakfast bar, and even doing Housekeeping work when needed. The breakfast food was generally inedible, except the coffee was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
"Essential" Means "Barely Adequate"
This was my first stay at the Sonesta Essential Fairmont. The event was a college football game, and though I made the reservation months ago, the usual places I stay were booked up. The location (on the property of the redeveloped Middletown Mall) is good. The night before, they called to 'confirm' my reservation. I get electronic reminders frequently, but not a call from the property for decades. Odd. The first room we were placed in had not been cleaned; the toilet, in particular was filthy and would not flush properly. The second room was likewise dirty; the third, finally was 'clean' (except for a horrible stain on the carpet). The A/C unit was set to cool at 60 degrees. By the time we were settled into our room, it was too late to go to a favorite locally owned restaurant next door. We ended up at Applebee's. The drain in the tub was slow, and the drain knob not attached. There is no mat to prevent slipping in the tub in the accumulated water. For some reason, the main entrance to the hotel is in the back. Here is a partial list of other items deemed "non-essential" by Sonesta: * Signage to guide you to the property * In-room coffee service * Housekeeping service * Real eggs -- there is a hot breakfast, but the scrambled eggs are powdered. Further, there is no cheese or salsa to cover this fact up. A batter dispenser hinted at the presence of waffle maker, but it wasn't there. This is now my LAST choice of hotels in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Richard

No room. Property said Expedia canceled room. Which I did not.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Quick stop over for a night on way home. Check in was amazing and Nick was very helpful. Room was clean I guess. Many stains on carpet and one of the beds the sheet was dull- not white like the others. Very few towels in the bathroom and they were very thin. Complimentary breakfast was good but the table were not being wiped down and had to ask for Tea bags.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I waited about 15 minutes to check in because they were on the phone with a previous guest trying to change their charge to a different credit card. In the room surfaces on the desktop and other surfaces were dirty. It was to late and I was tired so I cleaned these myself before unpacking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty and not thoroughly cleaned. Mini-fridge was dirty and the items in the bathroom hadn't been restocked. Wouldn't recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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