Residence Inn Old Twn Marriott, AlexandriaResidence Inn Old Twn Marriott in Alexandria, United States has a corrected score of 3.7 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 5 of 41 hotels we score in Alexandria. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.0 before correction: Tripadvisor 4.3, Google 3.8.The Residence Inn by Marriott Fairfax City is an extended-stay hotel at 3565 Chain Bridge Road in Fairfax, Virginia. It offers studio, one- and two-bedroom suites, all suited to longer visits, with kitchens for self-catering. The location works well for drivers and Metro users alike: the Vienna/Fairfax–GMU station is close by, and I-66, Route 50 and Route 123 give easy road access. George Mason University, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, Hidden Oaks Nature Center and Mill Creek Park are all within reach, so the hotel suits visiting academics, concert-goers and families. Facilities include a gym, pool, business centre, parking, restaurant and room service, and pets are welcome. Reviews are generally strong, though Google scores sit lower than other platforms.What stands out

Spacious suites with full kitchens

Complimentary breakfast and pool

Near Metro, I-66 and major routes

Pet friendly with gym and parking

Watch out for

Some bedrooms are quite small

Bathroom sinks drain slowly

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