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The Circle Hotel Fairfield

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A white building with a covered porch, large windows, and hanging flower baskets.
A hotel lobby with a blue wall, a staircase, a brick planter, a patterned rug, and a bicycle.
A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a lamp, and a window with a view of the outside.
A covered walkway leading to a building with a white brick facade and a blue door.
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $161
$140 nightly
$161 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29

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417 Post Road, Fairfield, CT, 06430
  • Place, Fairfield University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Penfield Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Jennings Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, White Plains, NY (HPN-Westchester County)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, decorative fish wall art, and a starfish pillow.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, decorative fish wall art, and a starfish pillow.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(200 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, decorative fish wall art, and a starfish pillow.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, a lamp, a chair with a patterned cushion, and a wall clock.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a red armchair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall decoration.

Pool View Classic King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a red armchair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall decoration.

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(70 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, decorative fish wall art, and a starfish pillow.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Pool View (Wheelchair)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted fish decoration, a lamp, and a window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Wheelchair)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, decorative fish wall art, and a starfish pillow.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Kitchenette (Wheelchair)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchenette (Wheelchair)

A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted fish decoration, a lamp, and a window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Kitchenette (Wheelchair)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Fairfield

Located in Fairfield (Grasmere), The Circle Hotel Fairfield is within a 5-minute drive of Fairfield University and Fairfield Museum and History Center. .This beach hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Jennings Beach.

What's nearby

  • Fairfield Museum and History Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fairfield University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fairfield Theater Company - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Penfield Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Jennings Beach - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Fairfield Metro Station - 19 min walk
  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Shiki Hana Japanese Bistro - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Circle Hotel Fairfield

The Circle Hotel Fairfield offers 80 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. This Fairfield hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Stay in one of 80 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided weekly.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a seasonal outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Circle Bar (10am - 10pm) - Onsite lobby lounge. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible 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
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Circle Bar (10am - 10pm)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 40

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 40

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 2 to May 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: USD 10.01 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 30 to September 02
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Fairfield Circle Inn

Fairfield Circle

Fairfield Motor Hotel Fairfield

Circle Hotel Fairfield

Circle Fairfield

Circle Hotel

The Circle Fairfield Fairfield

The Circle Hotel Fairfield Hotel

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The Circle Hotel Fairfield Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 916 out of 1470 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1470 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1470 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1470 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1470 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean, quiet and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, large rooms, nice staff, better than usual coffee at breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, we love it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Stay was easy and clean and great breakfast…
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect, clean, comfy, convenient location, breakfast was great too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect little hotel to be close to an event at the Fairfield Theater Company. Clean, reasonably priced rooms, friendly staff, nice Continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect for events at Fairfield University.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly, room very clean, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here, staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and very spacious. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay. Convenient location, super easy contactless check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean comfy room in a great location. Close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy place to lay your head while visiting Fairfield
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the Circle. Incredibly convenient for visiting the town of Fairfield, the beach, and the nearby colleges. The only note is that breakfast is very limited in what’s offered.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juliany

The two-night stay was very comfortable. The room is spacious and clean. The staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast was simple but overall, I give the hotel 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good business hotel clean great staff good location TVs could be bigger
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well situated in Fairfield. Will stay again. Has all you need for a nice nights stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, Check in was seamless, breakfast was perfect before getting on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful outside pool on backside of property. Walking distance to historic downtown Fairfield. Convenient access to amtrak-train stations for travel to Boston, Cape and NYC.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and pleasant. The hotel location was great for walking to amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient location. Wish it had a place for our luggage other than the floor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026