Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

Is breakfast offered at the hotel?

Yes, a complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additionally, the registration desk is accessible, and there are accessible bathrooms available.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Dosher Memorial Hospital and Founders Club at St. James Plantation. It is approximately 23.9 miles from Holden Beach and 9.8 miles from Kure Beach.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features a seasonal outdoor pool, which is open from April to October. Pool access is available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are children allowed at the property?

Yes, children are welcome at the hotel. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Southport

Average nightly price at Fairfield Inn & Suites Southport by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$119
February	$153
March	$178
April	$170
May	$158
June	$194
July	$172
August	$138
September	$127
October	$134
November	$135
December	$112

What guests think

At Fairfield Inn & Suites Southport, guests often praise the friendly staff, clean rooms, and a complimentary breakfast with good variety, while noting occasional musty odors, mixed bed comfort, pool upkeep problems, and sporadic noise or Wi‑Fi issues.

The location suits beachgoers and Southport visitors, with easy access to Oak Island, the ferry, and nearby dining, though highway construction and limited sidewalks mean a car is helpful. Guests appreciate the gym and ample free parking, with some mentioning convenient trailer parking. Overall, expect a friendly, straightforward stay with good value.

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Facilities

Several guests note a well-kept gym and ample free parking, including space for trailers. The pool is popular with families but has occasional cleanliness or downtime issues and sometimes lacks towels.

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Elizabeth

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excited to be able to keep our trailered boat in the parking lot for the one night!

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Deborah

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was clean, breakfast was good with a decent variety, but the front desk employee was not always available and I had to search for her a few times. Property location was close to Walmart and restaurants with easy access. Nice stay for weekend trip. Don’t forget to check out the wildlife beyond the fence of the outside pool, during the day you can see a small alligator in the pond and at night the bull frog sounds are very relaxing.

10

Brad

May 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean, nice pool, very friendly and helpful staff.

8

Sean

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, impressive gym with clean equipment and a very large, convenient parking lot with plenty of free spaces.

10

Susan

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff was friendly and helpful, the room was in great shape and comfortable. There were a variety of options for breakfast. The gym had enough for a reasonable workout. Would definitely stay here again.

6

Eric

Apr 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was better than average for the price, mainly because breakfast was better, but the pool was broken, there was no freezer in the fridge, and I was subjected to the Fox News propaganda and lies at breakfast for 2 days. Nobody was even watching it. Why can’t you just put something nice on?

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Carolyn

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was very cordial, the room was very comfortable. They had a variety for the breakfast buffet and the location was great. I would have rated you higher but my 8 year old granddaughter rated your pool 0 for the following reasons. 1. Leaves and bugs in pool 2. Dead frog on side of pool 3. Had to reach over to outside of door to get out of pool area.

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Sandi

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I got to help my husband workout indoors and outdoors( fitness centet and pool). The breakfast had an oatmeal bar with nuts and healthy toppings. The Fire dept came when someone spayed too much Lysol in the room. The breakfast was hot and okay. It was too much carbs for me and not tasty. But we liked our room, the big shower and bathroom was good for my husband who is recovering from foot surgery.

10

Danilo

Nov 27, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

New building.

10

Josh

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a pool for our grandchildren. Great breakfast.

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Cleanliness

Most reviews describe very clean rooms and public areas. A few report musty odors or isolated lapses like bathroom grime, bugs in a room, or an elevator needing vacuuming.

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John

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice clean hotel with a friendly and accommodating staff.

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Laura

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room. Quiet. Comfortable bed.

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Tiffany

Jan 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We love staying here for the location. Several stays over the past few years and always generally pleasant. But it’s starting to show the struggle many hotels face since Covid, which is good help. High quality professionals and the ability to keep the rooms truly clean seem to impact many hotels now. Everything in the bathroom needed a deep scrub & I encountered hair that wasn’t ours in sink & top linens. Used to have common toiletries on the sink, none this time but a single tiny hand soap. We know daily cleanings aren’t a thing anymore unless requested and we hang our main towels to use twice, but we used to get a daily light clean of emptying trash & collecting any towels not hung up. Not this time… Lobby & dining & common areas were clean though elevator needed vacuum. Hopefully it’ll bounce back by next years stay…

10

Barbara

Dec 29, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and quiet. Hope it remains this way.

10

Jennifer

Aug 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel and rooms were very clean! The staff was welcoming and helpful! The breakfast was wonderful!

10

Gary

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms and common areas

4

Kathleen

Aug 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was so musty and dank….I felt wet the entire night. Even my clothes were damp the next morning. Blech!!!!!!

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Vickie

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was nice and clean. We had requested 1st floor but they said it was unavailable. We were on the 3rd floor.

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LESLIE

Dec 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Noisy. The bathroom had a drip in the pipes in the wall. We were moved to another room and it had bugs everywhere. After all this there's a 7 am fire drill the entire hotel is outside in pajamas waiting to get back in

8

Sally

Nov 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very nice. Room was clean

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Rooms

Rooms are generally modern and comfortable, with some quiet and spacious options. However, several guests mention soft or sagging mattresses, smaller layouts, noisy AC or nearby construction, and occasional Wi‑Fi problems.

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Mark

Jan 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room! Clean, modern, and comfortable

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Debbie

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The only difficulty was the too soft bed.

10

Sandra

Jun 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was nice and clean. The only thing I didn't like was the noise from the road construction.

10

Carolyn

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable

8

Darlene

Sep 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bed needs new mattress.

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Meghan

Jul 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Sadly I had higher expectations for this property. They put be in an access room for no reason, and the room was bare minimum for furnishings and such. The bed was lumpy, uncomfortable and the AC unit was so loud that it woke me multiple times. The people above me were very loud and also woke me up. I won’t be visiting this property again.

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Jeannie

Jan 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spacious and very clean. However, the highlight of our stay was the staff. The staff that checked us in was friendly and very helpful (including give us dinner recommendations). The staff that was present when we checked out was also friendly and they went the extra mile and contacted us to let us know we had forgotten items in the room. The went above and beyond!

6

Volker

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

WLAN not working, stra

10

Carole ann

Mar 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and spacious king room. Carpeting appears new which is always nice! This is a small town, so the short drive to the beach is no bother but definitely not in walking distance.

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Maria

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room smelled as if the ac unit wasn’t clean and it was pretty noisy. The room was smaller than other Fairfield Inn’s. Couldn’t sleep comfortable.

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Service

Reviews consistently highlight exceptionally friendly, accommodating staff and a responsive front desk, with managers and team members often going above and beyond. A few guests experienced delays or lapses, such as a room not ready at check-in or an unavailable or curt attendant.

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Deborah

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was clean, breakfast was good with a decent variety, but the front desk employee was not always available and I had to search for her a few times. Property location was close to Walmart and restaurants with easy access. Nice stay for weekend trip. Don’t forget to check out the wildlife beyond the fence of the outside pool, during the day you can see a small alligator in the pond and at night the bull frog sounds are very relaxing.

8

Regina L

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

the manager on this property was awesome and treated us very well. our door would not open as it should and after struggling with it a few times and me expressing my concerns for my handicapped aunts safety to the other staff the manager was made aware by staff and quickly moved us to another room and comped one of the nights staff.

8

james

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

very good staff

10

Dorothy

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The people who work there are super terrific. The General Manager, the clerks , kitchen staff and cleaning staff all were so awesome. We will be returning to this hotel. loved it

10

Linda

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access to dining options, staff were friendly and helpful and price of room was reasonable.

10

Steve

Apr 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient...great staff...good breakfasts...front desk very responsive & helpful...

6

Kristian

Jul 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We went to check into the room at 6pm and our room was not ready due to it not being cleaned yet. The woman at the desk offered we hang out in the lobby and did not have an estimated time when the room would be ready. This was unfortunate, thankfully we found something else to do in the mean time. The room was clean and nice once we got in.

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Warren

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was very pleasant. The hotel was quiet and clean.

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Denise

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s super annoying to show up to your hotel room with four people to have two towels / one washcloth waiting for you. Also for breakfast, several things ran out at 9 o’clock when breakfast is until 9:30pm. Then, get an attitude that “We will have to wait till tomorrow” for waffles and coffee. Front Desk - Super - Cleaning Staff - Awesome - # of towels and breakfast lady’s attitude - not so much!

10

Clifford

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here several years ago & enjoyed it so we decided to stay here again. Top notch in every way. The staff are very pleasant & helpful.

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Location

Convenient for Southport, Oak Island, and the ferry, with dining close by, including an Italian restaurant next door. Highway construction and limited sidewalks make walking less practical, so driving is easiest.

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Deborah

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was clean, breakfast was good with a decent variety, but the front desk employee was not always available and I had to search for her a few times. Property location was close to Walmart and restaurants with easy access. Nice stay for weekend trip. Don’t forget to check out the wildlife beyond the fence of the outside pool, during the day you can see a small alligator in the pond and at night the bull frog sounds are very relaxing.

10

Barbara

Mar 2, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location was great and easy access to the ferry system. Clean room. Friendly staff.

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Tiffany

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location is convenient which is why we stay here annually. We can go to Wilmington or Oak Island, or just around the Southport area pretty easily from this hotel despite pick up traffic and road construction. The hotels is in pretty good shape, though it might be time for a deep clean in the public spaces and the hallways. Services always friendly and fast. Great Italian restaurant in the parking lot, The only downside seems to be strange renovations to the bathrooms. It may not be all rooms because I know we’ve had rooms with a standard sliding shower door and normal size sink height. Every now and then, including this last visit, will get one of the bathrooms that has a door that pushes awkwardly in, off center shower handle so you push door in & reach way over & get blasted with cold water when first turning on shower. It’s annoying at most & messier than it needs to be. Otherwise hotel is fine.

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Linda

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access to dining options, staff were friendly and helpful and price of room was reasonable.

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Melinda

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff. Seriously, everyone was friendly, professional, and helpful. We were greeted by every staffer we saw and we were able to get an early check-in. We loved that the hotel about halfway between Southport's waterfront and the beaches of Oak Island. Our room was very clean and the bathroom is beautifully updated. Breakfast in the hotel was wonderful. It was surprisingly diverse and delicious for a free breakfast. And we enjoyed an incredible Italian dinner at a restaurant right across the parking lot! We will definitely stay here again!

10

Roger

Sep 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, well maintained and well equipped rooms with comfortable beds. Staff always available, friendly and helpful with good knowledge of the area. Reasonable rates makes the hotel great value. On a major road but no sidewalks, or proper crosswalks. A good Italian restaurant on adjacent property, but to reach anything else one has to walk a fair distance on rough ground on the side of the road to keep clear of traffic. Not a big inconvenience as the hotel has an excellent breakfast buffet, daylong coffee/tea facility and well stocked area for purchase of snacks.

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Carole ann

Mar 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and spacious king room. Carpeting appears new which is always nice! This is a small town, so the short drive to the beach is no bother but definitely not in walking distance.

10

Kris

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent Italian restaurant next door

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Todd

Oct 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient to several areas.

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Robert

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While this property is not ocean front, it is conveniently located. There is highway construction nearby, but it was not a problem.

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Dining

The complimentary breakfast is often praised for variety and quality. Some guests note items running out near closing or finding certain options unappealing; many also recommend the Italian restaurant next door.

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Curtis

Aug 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was both courteous and helpful. Italian restaurant next door was excellent and short walk across the parking lot-no traffic. Breakfast at Hotel could be vastly improved though-scrambled eggs were terrible. Boiled egg would of been at least edible.

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Melinda

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent staff. Seriously, everyone was friendly, professional, and helpful. We were greeted by every staffer we saw and we were able to get an early check-in. We loved that the hotel about halfway between Southport's waterfront and the beaches of Oak Island. Our room was very clean and the bathroom is beautifully updated. Breakfast in the hotel was wonderful. It was surprisingly diverse and delicious for a free breakfast. And we enjoyed an incredible Italian dinner at a restaurant right across the parking lot! We will definitely stay here again!

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Nelson

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good and abundant breakfast.

10

Jonathan

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay. There was alot of variety for breakfast.

10

Roshanda

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is very friendly and accommodating! Breakfast is really good!!

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Kimberly

Nov 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay. Great price. Full breakfast.

10

Ronnie

Jun 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice room and establishment...staff was wonderful and caring! Breakfast was good

10

Mary

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The sweet woman getting breakfast for all guests and keeping the place clean was clearly committed to doing a good job and I really appreciated her.

10

Dmitry

Jun 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and well maintained property. Contemporary amenities and good bed linens. Quiet. The best breakfast we had in 2-3 stars hotels for 10+ years.

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Denise

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s super annoying to show up to your hotel room with four people to have two towels / one washcloth waiting for you. Also for breakfast, several things ran out at 9 o’clock when breakfast is until 9:30pm. Then, get an attitude that “We will have to wait till tomorrow” for waffles and coffee. Front Desk - Super - Cleaning Staff - Awesome - # of towels and breakfast lady’s attitude - not so much!

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Southport

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