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Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

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Lobby
Lobby
Indoor pool
Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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2500 South Market Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45219
  • Place, University of Cincinnati
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fifth Third Arena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Campus View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Cincinnati

Clifton Heights stay.A stay at this Clifton Heights hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of University of Cincinnati and 2 miles (3 km) of Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Great American Ball Park and Paycor Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Cincinnati - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nippert Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fifth Third Arena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • TQL Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Hanke Exchange Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 11 min drive
  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪BIBIBOP Asian Grill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area

3-star hotel near Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cincinnati hotel is smoke free.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area offers 115 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 18 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

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
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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 public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 18.00 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    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).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area to the airport?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area is 6.2 mi (17-min drive) away from the Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area on Jun 21, 2026 start from CA $194, 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.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area offer free breakfast?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati (4-min drive) and Turfway Park Racing & Gaming (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area?

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

Is there free parking at Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 18.00 per day.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area have a pool?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area features an indoor pool.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area to downtown Cincinnati?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area is 1.9 mi away from Cincinnati.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Cincinnati Uptown/University Area Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 638 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, great location, convenient parking, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super nice and the lady that runs the kitchen for the breakfast was just amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Perfect location when visiting UC! Free breakfast is a nice bonus as well! Was worried about noise at night but had no issues!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was courteous, room was very comfortable and nicely decorated. Parking available next door.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The desk attendant was wonderful and the hotel breakfast was very good. The location was great due to proximity to many restaurants, convenience store, coffee shops, Target, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk and every employee I had contact with were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bright, clean and wonderful staff. Rooms are roomy and very comfortable. Breakfast has very nice options including hot options. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tenee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay!!! All staff was great and a wonderful location! We will be staying here again!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staff were great, room was very clean, breakfast buffet was excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location - lots of shops and food within walking distance. The drivee up area is not very clear and you have to park elsewhere and walk to the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blaine

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

Great stay.

Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was clean and had a nice location. The only downside was the beds weren't the most comfortable but besides that it was a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to the university.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Not a lot to choose from on the continental breakfast. Great location if attending a UC sporting event
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Rooms were very nice and clean. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

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

Wonderful stay!

Absolutely wonderful stay! The entire staff were pleasant and helpful! The rooms were very clean and the breakfast was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Debbie was wonderful at checkin! She was welcoming and made checkin very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and modern downtown hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, clean. Would be 5 star but no beer or wine for sale in lobby and they do not accept a virtual card for payment
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean staff was friendly but the room next door was slamming their door shut all night and made for a rough night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was nice, as were staff. Listed as having parking, but does not detail in advance that it is pay parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025