Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor

From $89 a night at Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor, checked Nov 1, 2026. Nov 22–23, 2026, 2 adults: $89 total. Dec 4–6, 2026, 2 adults: $330 total on Axel; Booking.com listed $353 for the same stay when seen, checked Nov 1, 2026.

Ann Arbor

Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor 1

Axel’s take

Friendly staff and useful freebies make this practical, but renovation status needs checking.

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Axel’s rating: 7.6/10 · A no-frills, limited-service hotel near I-94 and Briarwood Mall

This no-frills Fairfield is a good pick for drivers who want an uncomplicated Ann Arbor base rather than a downtown address. Expedia and Booking.com guests consistently praise helpful staff, clean rooms and breakfast; complimentary parking adds to the value. We'd consider it for a short university visit or road-trip stop, particularly if a refreshed room is available.

The catch is uneven condition during a rolling renovation. September 2026 guests reported both newly renovated upper-floor rooms and continuing construction elsewhere, so don't assume the work is finished. Some recent guests also mention musty smells in older rooms. Marriott still advertises the indoor pool, but an August guest reported a maintenance closure: confirm availability if swimming matters. We'd skip it for a walk-everywhere campus stay or daytime sleep unless the hotel confirms construction has ended.

Rooms
September guests describe renovated upper floors, but older-room condition remains uneven.
Cleanliness
Generally praised across booking sites, with some recent mustiness complaints.
Service
Friendly, helpful staff are the most consistent strength across sources.
Amenities
Free breakfast, indoor pool and a 24-hour gym; verify the pool is operating.
Fees and surprises
On-site parking is complimentary; Marriott lists housekeeping every other day, and renovation disruption needs checking.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Hotels.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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The location

3285 Boardwalk St, Ann Arbor

Convenient to I-94 and Briarwood Mall; better for drivers than downtown or campus pedestrians.

Amenities and check-in

Free breakfast, indoor pool and a 24-hour gym; verify the pool is operating.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Indoor Pool
  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Fitness facilities
  • Offsite parking reservations required
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Deposit: $50 per room per stay
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Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor: from $89 a night

From $89 a night at Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor, checked Nov 1, 2026. Nov 22–23, 2026, 2 adults: $89 total. Dec 4–6, 2026, 2 adults: $330 total on Axel; Booking.com listed $353 for the same stay when seen, checked Nov 1, 2026.

Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor is a no-frills, limited-service hotel near I-94 and Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor, United States.

Address: 3285 Boardwalk St, Ann Arbor. Property ID: 1271094.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/ann-arbor/fairfield-inn-by-marriott-ann-arbor-1271094

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

StayAxel totalExpedia or Booking.comDifferenceSeenLinks
Dec 22 to Dec 24, 2026 · 2 nights$207$229 on Booking.com$22 less (10%)Nov 5Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$330$353 on Booking.com$23 less (7%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Jan 1 to Jan 3, 2027 · 2 nights$280$300 on Booking.com$20 less (7%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms
Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights$219$229 on Booking.com$10 less (4%)Nov 2Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms

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Total price: $288 USD

2026-11-22 to 2026-11-25 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-07$321 for 1 night · 2 nights $422 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$101 for 1 night · 2 nights $201 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$100 for 1 night · 2 nights $201 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$101 for 1 night · 2 nights $199 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$98 for 1 night · 2 nights $231 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$133 for 1 night · 2 nights $344 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$211 for 1 night · 2 nights $415 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$204 for 1 night · 2 nights $304 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$100 for 1 night · 2 nights $198 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$98 for 1 night · 2 nights $196 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$98 for 1 night · 2 nights $198 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$100 for 1 night · 2 nights $196 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$96 for 1 night · 2 nights $369 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$273 for 1 night · 2 nights $543 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$270 for 1 night · 2 nights $359 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$89 for 1 night · 2 nights $192 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$103 for 1 night · 2 nights $199 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$96 for 1 night · 2 nights $192 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$96 for 1 night · 2 nights $196 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$100 for 1 night · 2 nights $205 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$105 for 1 night · 2 nights $212 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$107 for 1 night · 2 nights $209 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$102 for 1 night · 2 nights $200 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$98 for 1 night · 2 nights $205 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$107 for 1 night · 2 nights $222 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$115 for 1 night · 2 nights $230 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$115 for 1 night · 2 nights $287 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-04$172 for 1 night · 2 nights $330 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-05$158 for 1 night · 2 nights $259 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-06$101 for 1 night · 2 nights $212 · up to 14 nights priced

Axel's take: 7.6/10

Friendly staff and useful freebies make this practical, but renovation status needs checking. A no-frills, limited-service hotel near I-94 and Briarwood Mall, scored for what it is.

This no-frills Fairfield is a good pick for drivers who want an uncomplicated Ann Arbor base rather than a downtown address. Expedia and Booking.com guests consistently praise helpful staff, clean rooms and breakfast; complimentary parking adds to the value. We'd consider it for a short university visit or road-trip stop, particularly if a refreshed room is available.

The catch is uneven condition during a rolling renovation. September 2026 guests reported both newly renovated upper-floor rooms and continuing construction elsewhere, so don't assume the work is finished. Some recent guests also mention musty smells in older rooms. Marriott still advertises the indoor pool, but an August guest reported a maintenance closure: confirm availability if swimming matters. We'd skip it for a walk-everywhere campus stay or daytime sleep unless the hotel confirms construction has ended.

  • Best for: University visitors with a car; Short road-trip stops; Travelers prioritizing breakfast and parking

  • Watch out for: Renovation completion remains unconfirmed; Older rooms can feel dated or musty; Confirm pool availability before booking

  • Location: Convenient to I-94 and Briarwood Mall; better for drivers than downtown or campus pedestrians.

  • Rooms: September guests describe renovated upper floors, but older-room condition remains uneven.

  • Cleanliness: Generally praised across booking sites, with some recent mustiness complaints.

  • Service: Friendly, helpful staff are the most consistent strength across sources.

  • Amenities: Free breakfast, indoor pool and a 24-hour gym; verify the pool is operating.

  • Fees and surprises: On-site parking is complimentary; Marriott lists housekeeping every other day, and renovation disruption needs checking.

Axel's opinion of Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Hotels.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 3-star hotel
  • Fairfield Inn
  • 3285 Boardwalk St, Ann Arbor
  • Guest rating: 4.1/5 on Google from 524 reviews (location 3.6/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport: 30 min by taxi · Seoul Garden: 5 min walk · University of Michigan: 9 min by taxi
  • Hotel policies: Deposit: $50 per room per stay
  • Amenities: Indoor Pool, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness facilities, Offsite parking reservations required, Parking nearby, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Ann Arbor

Room types

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Source: ETG room descriptions.

Standard room

Standard Club room

Standard Single room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with courtyard view (full double bed)

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Sextuple room

Standard room (sofa)

Deluxe room

Suite

1 Bedroom Suite (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa
  • Bedrooms: 1

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