Fairfield Inn N Suites Marriott, Bay CityFairfield Inn N Suites Marriott in Bay City, United States has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 6 of 11 hotels we score in Bay City. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.1 before correction.This three-star Marriott property sits in Bay City, Texas, close to downtown and within reach of the Gulf Coast. Rooms are spacious and contemporary, with well-lit work areas and ergonomic chairs, making it a practical choice for business travellers as well as road-trippers exploring the coast. Included in the rate are complimentary breakfast, WiFi and parking, and there is an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a business centre and free bikes to borrow. Rates start around $89, which is good value for the area. The main drawback is housekeeping: some guests have reported sticky bathroom floors, stained mattresses and dirt left on beds, so standards may vary between rooms.What stands out

Helpful, friendly staff

Comfortable beds

Free breakfast, WiFi and parking

Quiet despite full occupancy

Watch out for

Housekeeping lapses reported in some rooms

Some furniture in poor repair

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Scottish Inns And Suites, Bay City: 4.2 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $73 a night. Scottish Inns and Suites is a two-star motel at 5525 7th Street in Bay City, Texas, close to the Matagorda County Museum.

Candlewood Suites Bay City, Bay City: 3.8 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $125 a night. Candlewood Suites Bay City is an extended-stay hotel situated on 7th Street in Bay City, Texas.

Comfort Suites Bay City, Bay City: 3.5 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $99 a night. Comfort Suites Bay City is a three-star hotel situated near Matagorda Beach and the Bay City Civic Center in Texas.