Fairfield by Marriott · Select-service
Mayjend Sungkono / West Surabaya (Dukuh Pakis)
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Indonesia's first Fairfield by Marriott, a 270-room high-rise select-service hotel on Jalan Mayjend Sungkono in West Surabaya, minutes from Ciputra World and geared to business and long stays.
Last updated August 6, 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Surabaya opened in 2016 as the brand's first property in Indonesia, occupying a slim 30-storey tower on Jalan Mayjend Sungkono in the city's western business belt. Independent reviewers consistently describe it as a reliable, sensibly priced select-service base rather than a resort: rooms are spacious with comfortable beds and, from the upper floors, genuinely good views over a fairly congested city. Service draws the strongest praise across blogs and guest reviews, with front desk, security and housekeeping repeatedly singled out for warmth and for accommodating early check-in. The all-day Kava restaurant and its buffet breakfast (Indonesian, Asian and Western, with an egg station) earn solid marks, and the location suits business travellers, being close to Ciputra World mall and the CBD. Watch-outs are real for the price point: reviewers note the building can be hard to walk out of on foot, with limited paved pedestrian access to the mall, half-height rather than floor-to-ceiling windows, and occasional lapses in room upkeep such as tired carpets and maintenance niggles. Some points-focused guests feel the nearby JW Marriott is a better use of money if rates are close, and there is no executive lounge. Overall it holds a broadly positive reputation as a dependable four-star business hotel with friendly service and fair value, best for travellers prioritising a Marriott standard and location over resort facilities.
| Address | Jalan Mayjend Sungkono No. 178, Dukuh Pakis, Surabaya 60225, Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Brand Sub Brand | Fairfield by Marriott |
| Neighborhood | Mayjend Sungkono / West Surabaya (Dukuh Pakis) |
| Distance From Airport Km | 20 |
| Elite Benefits | Room upgrades for Platinum Elite and above, subject to availability (select-service upgrade pool), Bonus points in lieu of breakfast for Platinum Elite and above at hotels without full breakfast service, Enhanced Wi-Fi and a welcome amenity for all Elite tiers |
| Landmark Distances | [object Object], [object Object] |
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Hotel Hobby · Mar 2020
Stay in a Junior Suite praising the high-rise city views and brand reliability, but flagging half-height windows, a doorless wet-room shower, modest amenities and awkward walkability to the nearby mall.
vickyfahmi.com · Nov 2016
Indonesian blog covering the 2016 grand opening: a 270-room business-focused tower on Jalan Mayjend Sungkono with professional lobby and attentive staff, though GPS signal drops inside the building complicate pickups.
FlyerTalk
Points-community discussion of the property: okay rooms and a strategic location near Ciputra World, but members debate whether the nearby JW Marriott is better value and note breakfast could improve.
Hospitality Net · Nov 2016
Industry news marking the hotel as Marriott's first Fairfield in Indonesia, a West Surabaya high-rise near Ciputra World aimed at the midscale business segment with easy highway access.
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Find out more about Fairfield by Marriott Surabaya
The hotel sits in West Surabaya on Jalan Mayjend Sungkono, roughly 20 kilometres from Juanda International Airport (SUB). Depending on traffic the drive typically takes around 45 minutes, so it is convenient but not immediately airport-adjacent. Ride-hailing and taxis are the easiest way to make the transfer.
Breakfast is served at the all-day Kava restaurant and is included on many rate plans, though some rates are room-only, so check when booking. Reviewers praise the spread, which mixes Indonesian, Asian and Western dishes and includes a cooked-to-order egg station. Kava also serves lunch and dinner daily.
It suits business travellers and longer stays, sitting close to Ciputra World mall and the western business district with reliable Marriott service. However, pedestrian access around the building is limited, so most guests rely on cars or ride-hailing. Upper floors reward you with wide views over the city skyline.
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