The Fairmont Southampton

Recently returned from a one week stay at the FSH (July 6-13, 2004). CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY: This property recently went through a major rehabilitation as a result of hurricane Fabian. The hotel interior and the rooms were all new and in excellent condition. RESERVATIONS: When making reservations, make sure you ask if there will be any large groups when you are planning to be there. If so, change your dates to some other time. FSH caters to large groups and the hotel “chokes” when catering to them. Everything... more

We stayed at the Southampton July 18th - 22nd. It was glorious. We stayed in a jr suite on the fifth floor and had a beautifully decorated living room and bedroom with both rooms having separate full baths with granite and marble. The bedding was lovely, soft, brand new and the view was over the town and the ocean. The room was very clean and one of the housekeepers Zita was so kind, outgoing and helpful that it really enhanced our stay. We dinned at the Waterlot twice. Let me share with you that both evenings we were there at about... more

The Fairmont Southampton did not live up to it's fine reputation during our visit from June 17-20 in lovely Bermuda. We have stayed at three Fairmont properties in the past three months and were expecting the same level of service and graciousness during our three night stay here. This is a very large hotel which comes with many amenities but our conclusion was that it caters to the large conference business rather than vacationing couples. We arrived while a large group of lawyers were meeting, staying and dining at the... more

We just arrived home last night from a five night stay at The Fairmont Southamption Princess. We had a glorious experience. From the time we arrived at the hotel until we arrived home, we have absolutely no complaints. The hotel was fabulous and the staff went out of their way to do everything for us. We had breakfast included and it was superb. We ate at two of the hotel's restaurants for dinner and the food was fabulous. When on the beach, we were catered to like royalty. Until last week, our favorite vacation spot has been... more

We stayed here for 3 nights and loved every minute of it. Although expensive, it was worth it. The Hotel was gorgeous, top notch 5-star all around. The trolley service to the beach and the ferry is very convenient. The beach is absolutely gorgeous and has a walk up cabana bar as well as a nice restaurant set above the beach. All meals were outstanding (food, presentation, and service) all incredible. The golf course was beautiful, the views especially The actual condidtion was so-so, but for a par 3 course in that heat, it was great.... more

The hotel's advertising about the available amenities is misleading. Quality of hotel services is poor: 1) the reservation clerk was not aware about the on-going available promotional rates; 2) the front desk clerk was non-accommodating, indifferent; 3) rooms (we had two rooms) had several non-working lights; 4) one of the rooms had non-functional toilet; 5) cleaning services were substandard; 6) concierge services were non-existing; and 7) the shift manager had never returned our phone calls. The worst experience we had was about the food... more

We just returned from a three night stay. Booked two moderate rooms through a family package (one room full price, second room half price). When I booked two moderate rooms (lowest priced category), I expected the worst. We were happily surprised. The rooms were on the first floor ovelooking a roof, but we still had a balcony and a great view. We loved the beach - calm waters and great sand. My three and five year old donned lifejackets and just played in the water for long periods. My ten and twelve year olds enjoyed making sand... more

We just got back from the Fairmont Southampton and absolutely loved it. Our room was bright, cheerful, and very comfortable. The expansive grounds were beautifully landscaped and kept. A huge hot tub, which sits high atop a hill near the indoor pool, provides a romantic spot to sit under the stars at night or take in a gorgeous view during day. One of the best meals we've ever had was at the Newport Room. We didn't have a bad meal at any of the hotel restaurants. Spotless hotel trolleys carry guests to the beach or to the... more

We have probably stayed at this hotel 14 or 15 times. And let me let you in on a little secret: it's an amazing place to come for the week of New Year's Eve. Prices are less than in the summer time, and the weather ranges anywhere from 65-80 degrees. It's really a perfect place to get away from the snow at home around the holidays. The staff is warm and friendly, and the food is outstanding. Another great feature is the fact that it has it's own outstanding par-3 golf course, as well as it's own beach club. Not many hotels on the island can... more

The best place ever! I had so much fun! The people were extrememly nice and helpful. One lady even pulled over while we were walking and looking at a map to ask us if we were lost. She proceeded to give us very helpful directions. The hotel is fabulous but we never spent much time there because we were always out on the hotel's beach. I would recommend it to all.