Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue Overview

First Impressions

Walking into the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue, you immediately get that “this is actually Manhattan” feeling without the intimidation factor. The lobby has a clean, modern vibe that feels refreshingly uncluttered compared to some of the more ornate Midtown hotels. It’s a three-star property, but honestly, the staff here seems to understand that travelers want efficiency and friendliness over stuffy formality — which is exactly what you get.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s the thing about West 37th Street — you’re literally in the sweet spot of Manhattan. I mean, you can walk to Times Square in about five minutes if that’s your thing, but you’re also close enough to Bryant Park and the New York Public Library to feel like you’re experiencing the real city. The Empire State Building is practically around the corner, and Herald Square with Macy’s flagship store is just a few blocks south. What I really appreciate is that couples seem to love this area (they rate it super highly), and I can see why — there’s something romantic about being able to stroll to so many iconic spots without dealing with the chaos of staying right in Times Square itself.

The Room Experience

The rooms are what you’d expect from Marriott’s Fairfield brand, but with a Manhattan twist — they’re compact but smartly designed. The beds are genuinely comfortable (apparently this place has quite the reputation for good sleep), which is no small feat when you’re dealing with city noise and the general overstimulation of New York. The bathrooms are modern and functional, and you know what? Sometimes that’s exactly what you need after a long day of walking around the city. The rooms face either the street or interior courtyard, and while street-facing means a bit more noise, you also get those quintessential New York views of busy sidewalks and yellow cabs.

Breakfast & Dining

The breakfast setup here is actually pretty impressive for a three-star hotel in Manhattan. They’ve got the usual continental spread, but they also accommodate different dietary needs — vegetarian, gluten-free options, plus some American classics. It’s buffet-style, which means you can grab what you want and get on with your day. I appreciate that they seem to understand not everyone wants to spend half their morning hunting for decent coffee and a bagel in Midtown (though honestly, there are plenty of great spots nearby if you want to venture out).

Why Guests Love It

What really sets this place apart is the location score — it’s in what’s considered the best-rated area in New York, and you feel it the moment you step outside. You’re close enough to everything that matters, but far enough from the tourist madness to actually get some rest. The combination of Marriott reliability with that unbeatable Midtown location makes it a solid choice, especially if you want to maximize your time exploring rather than commuting from some far-flung neighborhood. It’s the kind of place where you can drop your bags and immediately start experiencing the city.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue Accommodations

Reviews of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott New York Manhattan/Fifth Avenue

• Kristen from United States (8/10)

  24/7 coffee and the willingness to store my luggage until my room was available.

• Edward from United States (8/10)

  The bed was very comfortable. The location of the room was nice.

• Fuat from Turkey (9/10)

  All the staff were friendly and very helpful. Cleanliness and breakfast were good. The location of the hotel was very central and very good. A hotel we would choose again.

• Tamara from Puerto Rico (8/10)

  Loved the location, close to a numberof attractions. Employees were always corteous and helpful. Breakfast was good. Coffee was good amd ready all day.

• Gonzalez from United States (8/10)

  location

• Samah from Qatar (6/10)

  Place and breakfast

• John from United Kingdom (6/10)

  Breakfast was very poor . In a windowless room with cardboard and plastic plates and utensils simply dreadful

• Julie from United States (8/10)

  Breakfast was great!

• Santosh from Qatar (8/10)

  Location was good, breakfast was good,

• Martin from United Kingdom (8/10)

  The breakfast was excellent each morning. The staff were very friendly and obliging. The room is starting to feel a little tired but was very clean.

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