FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT CHAMPAIGN, Champaign

The hotel sits about 13 km from University of Illinois-Willard Airport and 3 km from Orpheum Children's Science Museum. Nearby attractions include Illini Union, Krannert Center, and the University of Illinois campus. The immediate area lacks walkable dining options, but major retailers (Walmart, Best Buy, Costco) and chain restaurants (Red Robin, Red Lobster, Chipotle, Olive Garden) are within a short drive. The property's location is convenient for football weekends and university-related visits, but a car is recommended for accessing most services.

All rooms include a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, heating, free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. Standard rooms have carpeted floors. Room configurations offer 1 or 2 beds. The property is described as very old and outdated, with decor from the early 2000s. Common issues include musty or urine smells, mould in bathrooms, dampness, broken fixtures, small 27-inch TVs, uncomfortable beds, and noise from adjacent rooms and hallways. Some rooms have been reported with ants, bed bugs, and unclean conditions. Towels and linens may not be fresh. The rooms are functional for a short overnight stay but fall below typical Marriott standards. Request a room away from the main road to minimise noise.

Breakfast is served in the morning, but options are limited compared to other Fairfield properties. The menu often includes scrambled eggs from a bag, sausage and egg sandwiches, sausages, bagels, cereals, and fruit. Waffles have been noted as a highlight by some. Coffee quality is often described as poor. There is a snack bar and a kid-friendly buffet. Evening popcorn and cookies are sometimes available. For a wider selection, many nearby chain restaurants are within a 1 km drive.