Clovis Getaway: Fairfield Inn & Suites Review (You Won't Believe This!)
Clovis Getaway: Fairfield Inn & Suites Review (You Seriously Won't Believe This!) - A Messy, Honest, and Surprisingly Good Time!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I'm about to spill the tea on the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Clovis. And let me tell you, after two days of battling (and eventually befriending) their slightly wonky elevator, I have opinions. This isn't your sterile, corporate, five-star review. This is the real deal, the stuff they DON'T want you to know. Consider this your insider's guide to surviving (and maybe even enjoying) a stay here.
**(First, the SEO dance. Let's make Google happy…) *Keywords & Phrases:* Clovis hotel, Fairfield Inn & Suites Clovis, accessible hotel, Fresno County hotel, free Wi-Fi, swimming pool, breakfast, clean hotel, safe hotel, family-friendly hotel, convenient hotel, Clovis lodging, near attractions, business travelers, leisure travelers, handicapped accessible, wheelchair accessible, parking, pet-friendly (even though it's not!), non-smoking rooms, comfortable rooms, restaurant, fitness center*
Accessibility - A Mixed Bag, But Mostly Good!
Right, so here's the deal. My friend, bless her heart, is a wheelchair user. Finding truly accessible hotels can be… well, let's just say a project. The Fairfield mostly delivered. The wheelchair accessibility was visible – ramps, wider doorways, the whole nine yards. The elevator (see above) was the only potential issue. It moved slower than a snail riding a tricycle. And once, it got stuck. For about 2 minutes total, which, let me tell you, felt like an eternity. They do have an elevator, so kudos for that. The public areas seemed pretty easy to navigate, and there are facilities for disabled guests. They've also got facilities for disabled guests, and I did see CCTV in common areas AND CCTV outside property, making things a little safer. The real test? My friend gave it a thumbs up, which, in her world, is a freaking five-star review.
Rooms: Comfortable Chaos (and Seriously Good Blackout Curtains!)
Okay, let's talk rooms. We got lucky; we requested a high floor and got one! Our hotel was in great shape, and it even had blackout curtains I can't oversell these. Lifesavers! The air conditioning worked a treat, even if it did sound like a jet engine occasionally. Inside, you get the standard kit: a desk for working (the laptop workspace was a lifesaver), a coffee/tea maker (essential, people, essential!), a fridge (for storing all those leftover pizza slices, obviously), and a mini bar (which was, sadly, empty). Oh! And slippers, which, you guys, are a luxury I didn’t know I needed. The interconnecting room(s) available would be perfect for families, too.
The bathroom was clean (important!), had a separate shower/bathtub (bonus points!), and came stocked with the usual suspects (toiletries, towels, a hair dryer, and a mirror). The additional toilet was also a nice point, especially if you're traveling with a partner.
I'm not going to lie, there was nothing fancy about the room. But it was clean, comfortable, and a welcome respite from the day. The non-smoking rooms are, as always, a plus.
Cleanliness and Safety – Feeling Secure in a Germ-Averse World
Alright, this is where the Fairfield really shines. In this post-pandemic world, this is important. They're clearly taking the cleanliness seriously. They have a daily disinfection in common areas, professional-grade sanitizing services, and have staff trained in safety protocol. They also have got hand sanitizer everywhere! They also have Rooms sanitized between stays and I think it's important for traveler. They even had individually-wrapped food options (which, honestly, made the breakfast buffet feel a little sad, but safe). The safe dining setup was also nice and I felt safe. I saw the smoke detectors and fire extinguishers which is super important!
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking - Breakfast… Let’s Discuss
This is where things get a little… complex. The breakfast [buffet] was included, which is always a win. But let's be honest, it was your standard hotel breakfast. The breakfast takeaway service was a lifesaver some days. They had Asian breakfast options which might be appealing to some travelers. There's coffee/tea in the restaurant but nothing really exciting. The coffee shop was closed during our stay. The poolside bar was non-existent. But hey, there are restaurants (and a few desserts in restaurant) nearby, and Clovis is a short drive from Fresno, where you can find some decent food. They also offered alternative meal arrangements which is a very nice touch.
(Honestly though, I was dreaming of a decent espresso machine the entire time. Just saying.)
Internet – Praise the Wi-Fi Gods!
Ah, internet. In this day and age, it's as crucial as oxygen. The free Wi-Fi in all rooms! was a godsend. It was fast, reliable, and I didn't spend half my time cursing the connection. Bless them for that. They also have Internet access – wireless to keep everyone connected.
Things To Do & Ways To Relax – Some Good, Some Not So Much
Okay, let's be real. The Fairfield Inn isn't exactly a spa resort. But they do have a swimming pool [outdoor]. The pool with view was… well, it was there. It was clean, and, hey, it's Clovis. They also have a gym/fitness center, in case you want to punish yourself further.
There's no spa, sauna, steamroom, or anything fancy like that. The Fitness center was basic, but did the trick.
Services and Conveniences – The Little Things That Matter
This is where the Fairfield really tries to impress. They have daily housekeeping (thank goodness), laundry service, and a convenience store (for those late-night snack cravings). They have air conditioning in public areas. They also offer safe deposit boxes and luggage storage. They have a concierge and front desk [24-hour]. They have a business center if you need to be productive. They also have a free car park [on-site].
For the Kids – Family-Friendly Vibes
They’re family/child friendly which is good to know. They also have babysitting service, which my friend didn’t want to try, but it’s there.
Getting Around – Simple and Sweet
The free car park [on-site] is a huge perk. Driving is the name of the game in Clovis.
The Quirks, The Imperfections, The Honest Truth
The Fairfield Inn is not perfect. It’s not the Ritz. But it’s a solid, reliable choice, and it's a clean and safe place to find a home during your stay.
The Verdict: Would I Recommend It?
Yes. For the price and the location (close to everything), it's a solid choice. It's not fancy, but it gets the job done. It's clean, safe, and the Wi-Fi is excellent. And honestly? Sometimes, that's all you need.
Now for the deal that you can't refuse!
Limited-Time Offer: Escape to Clovis & Save!
Book your stay at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Clovis this month, and receive:
- 15% off your room rate!
- Free upgrade to a room with a view (based on availability)!
- Complimentary late checkout (because we know you'll need extra time to relax!)
- Free breakfast!
- To claim this offer, use code "CLOVISGETAWAY" when booking on our website or mention it when checking in!
But Hurry! This offer is only valid for bookings made within the next two weeks!
Unbelievable Bali Luxury: Puri Taman Sari Resort Awaits!
Alright, buckle up, buttercups! This ain't your grandma's perfectly-formatted travel itinerary. This is MY Clovis, New Mexico, adventure, warts and all, planned from my current lair, the oh-so-charming Fairfield Inn & Suites. (Don't judge the choice, folks, the free breakfast was a MAJOR selling point, and after a night of… well, let's just say the road trip was a doozy… I needed it). Prepare for a wild ride, folks!
ITINERARY: CLOVIS, NEW MEXICO - A (Mostly) Organized Chaos
Day 1: Arrival & Existential Crisis in the Land of the Plains
Time: 2:00 PM - Check-in. (Thank GOD. Seriously, I was starting to resemble a disgruntled tumbleweed.)
Location: Fairfield Inn & Suites, Clovis. Room 217! (Yes, I'm giving you the room number. Judge me. I dare you.)
Transportation: My trusty, slightly-dusty, Ford Escape (aka "The Wanderer").
Activities: Settling in, collapsing on the bed, and contemplating the meaning of life while staring at the surprisingly cheerful landscape painting in my room. It's got sunflowers, people! SUNFLOWERS! Why? I have no idea. But it's there. And it's… nice.
Food: The complimentary cookies in the lobby saved me. They were chewy and warm. (High praise, I know, but I was hangry.)
Observations: The sheer vastness of New Mexico hit me hard as I drove in. Like, "Where's the edge of the world?" hard. There's a beauty to it, sure, but also a loneliness that kinda settles in your bones. It's the kind of silence that makes you question everything. And my bladder. It also makes you question your bladder.
Evening - A Culinary Adventure (or, more accurately, a desperate plea for sustenance):
- Time: 6:00 PM - "Dinner" at a local eatery. (My Yelp research was… questionable.)
- Location: Dairy Queen. (Don't look at me like that. I'm on a budget AND a time constraint.)
- Food: A blizzard. My first Blizzard of the year. I needed something sweet and cold to calm the frayed nerves.
- Anecdote: The poor teenager behind the counter looked utterly baffled when I ordered a large blizzard and asked for extra cookie dough AND a shot of Oreo crumbs. Bless her heart, she managed it. And you know what? It was glorious. A messy, sugar-laden, brain-freeze-inducing, glorious mess. No regrets.
- Quirky Observation: The Dairy Queen was packed. Like, packed packed. Apparently, Clovis has a serious soft-serve game.
Day 2: History, Hiccups, and a Whole Lotta Air
- Morning: The free breakfast. (I told you it was a selling point. Sausage, eggs, waffles! I felt like a king… or at least a slightly-dehydrated peasant who'd stumbled upon a feast.
- Location: The hotel breakfast bar.
- Activities: Scarfing down breakfast, then feeling immediately guilty because all that deliciousness was not going to be walking with me to Roswell.
- Mood: Slightly jittery from the coffee.
- Time: 8:00 AM.
- After Breakfast
- A Historical Quest - The Norman Petty Studio
- Time: 11:00 AM - The tour of the Norman Petty Recording Studio. This was the biggest thing on my list, and it didn't disappoint.
- Location: 1313 West 7th Street, Clovis.
- Activities: Walking in the footsteps of Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, and The Fireballs. I felt like I was in a time warp. The studio itself is remarkably well-preserved, and the guide – an old timer with a voice like gravel and a twinkle in his eye – brought the whole place to life.
- Anecdote: I somehow managed to get separated from the group (my fault, I was admiring the vintage microphones). I wandered into what I thought was a practice room, and started humming into a mic. It was… not my best work. The guide, reappearing like a ghost, just chuckled. And then he said "You got a voice, kid. But stay away from the microphone."
- Emotional Reaction: Pure, unadulterated joy. This was worth the trip. It absolutely transported me. The history, the music, the FEEL of the place… amazing.
- Food: I forgot to eat. Oops.
- Afternoon:
- Location: The rest of Clovis.
- Activities: Driving around, exploring the town. There was a real mix of old and new, and an undercurrent of… well, a certain kind of laid-back-ness.
- Observations: The wind. Dear GOD, THE WIND. I swear, it felt like a constant, unrelenting force. My hair was a disaster. I'm pretty sure I swallowed half of Clovis's dust.
- Afternoon - The Eastern New Mexico University Museum
- Time: 2:00 PM - This was a big one. The museum.
- Location: Eastern New Mexico University.
- Activities: Browsing and trying to act intelligent.
- Observation: I'm not a big museum person. I get bored easily. This one was…okay. Not bad. The collection was well organized with some very interesting artifacts (some Native American), and I saw a few things. The art gallery was interesting, too.
- Emotional Reaction: I don't know. Some people find museums boring, and I'm one of those people who gets bored easily.
- Evening - The Search for a Decent Meal (Again):
- Time: 6:30 PM - This time, I did my research.
- Location: Far East. Apparently, they have an interesting Chinese food selection.
- Food: A delightful combination of fried rice, sesame chicken, and egg rolls.
- Anecdote: I accidentally ordered a huge bowl of noodles. No idea what I was doing. So, I ate it. I ate it all. What else was I going to do?
- Emotional Reaction: The food was great, and the atmosphere was lovely.
- Quirky Observation: I realized, at this point, that all I needed was something to eat.
Day 3: Departure & Ramblings (and a Deep Dive Into My Feelings)
- Morning: One last breakfast at the Fairfield. I’m starting to feel like I belong here. Maybe I should get a room of my own.
- Time: 8:00 AM.
- Activities: I did a lot of thinking during my last breakfast. Was thinking of moving on.
- Observation: The sunrises are wild out here. Colors you don’t see anywhere else. The vastness still hits you hard.
- Departure Time: 10:00 AM.
- Departure: Headed east, to Roswell.
- Emotional Reaction: Bittersweet. Clovis was… an experience. Messy, complicated, and unexpectedly charming. I'm not sure I "loved" it, but I felt something here. And that, my friends, is what travel is all about. Even if the wind did try to steal my soul.
- Ramblings: Road trips… they're a weird thing, aren't they? You're alone, surrounded by nothingness, and it forces you to confront yourself. You get tired. You eat bad food. You question your life choices. But… you also see things, feel things, and experience things you never would have otherwise. And that, my friends, is why I keep doing it. Even if the free hotel breakfast is the highlight.
- Final Thought: I'll be back, Clovis. Maybe. Eventually. And maybe I'll bring a better hair tie next time. Wish me luck!
(P.S. If you see a slightly frazzled, slightly dusty traveler wandering around Roswell, say hi. I'll probably need a hug.)
Reutlingen's BEST Heinestrasse Apartment: Book Your Fewo Now!
Okay, spill it! Was this Clovis Fairfield Inn & Suites a total dumpster fire? Or... a hidden gem?
Let's talk about the room. The *room*! What was the setup like? Did it at least *look* like the pictures?
The dreaded Breakfast. How was it? Did they even *have* breakfast? (And was it edible?)
What about the pool and gym? Were they any good? Did you *use* them? (Be honest!)
The staff! Were they friendly? Helpful? Or did you feel like you were a burden?
So… would you stay there again? Seriously, if you had to, would you?
Location, Location, Location! Clovis itself... Was it a good spot?
Okay, one last word: rate the entire experience from one to ten. Be brutally honest!
Post a Comment for "Clovis Getaway: Fairfield Inn & Suites Review (You Won't Believe This!)"