About this Location

Facility Overview

The 2300 Faulkner Drive parking facility is an expansive, open-air surface parking lot situated on the grounds of the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Midland, located in the thriving commercial and retail corridor of North Midland, Texas. Designed primarily as an asphalt grade-level lot, it offers uncomplicated pull-in and back-in standard bays with generous drive aisles. Because it is completely open-air without overhead clearance restrictions or height barriers, this lot easily accommodates large passenger vehicles popular across West Texas, including full-sized pickup trucks (such as Ford F-150s, Chevy Silverados, and heavy-duty 2500/3500 series), extended SUVs, work vans, and dual-axle vehicles. Commercial deliveries and visitors with roof racks or ladder gear can navigate and park comfortably without clearance concerns.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Strategically positioned just off Loop 250, this facility serves as an exceptional parking hub for visitors exploring North Midland's premier retail, corporate, and recreational destinations:

Midland Park Mall: Located less than a 5-minute drive (approximately 1.5 miles) away, hosting Dillard's, JCPenney, and a wide array of retail storefronts and dining spots.
Midland College Campus: Situated roughly 2 miles southeast, making it accessible for academic visitors, sports matches at Chaparral Center, and community symposiums.
Cinergy Midland: Located a brief 5-minute drive away, offering upscale cinema, bowling, and family entertainment.
Scharbauer Sports Complex (Momentum Bank Ballpark & Grande Communications Stadium): A short 8-to-10 minute trip west down Loop 250, providing direct access to Midland RockHounds baseball and high-school football games.
Surrounding Dining & Services: Several popular casual restaurants, cafes, and steakhouses along North Loop 250 and North Garfield Street are within a 5-to-10 minute stroll or short drive.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicle entry and exit at 2300 Faulkner Drive are straightforward. Ingress and egress points connect directly onto Faulkner Drive, which ties into North Midkiff Road, Garfield Street, and the frontage roads of Loop 250 (West Loop 250 North). This configuration ensures smooth vehicular movement even during peak morning and evening rush hours. The proximity to Loop 250 provides direct orbital access around Midland and fast connections toward Highway 191 (for travel to Odessa and Midland International Air & Space Port) and Interstate 20. Public bus services operated by the Midland-Odessa Urban Transit District (EZ-Rider) operate along nearby arterial corridors, providing regional bus connectivity across the Permian Basin.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Grade-level surface lot offering unobstructed vertical clearance for high-profile vehicles and trucks.
Designated ADA Parking: Dedicated accessible parking bays located immediately adjacent to main building entranceways with level curb ramps.
Nighttime Illumination: High-mast pole lighting illuminates the property throughout dusk, night, and pre-dawn hours for enhanced visibility.
Continuous 24/7 Access: Flexible around-the-clock availability for hotel patrons, business travelers, and area visitors.
Paved & Marked Stalls: Clearly painted stalls and ample turning radiuses suitable for medium and large vehicle classes.

Ideal For

Business Travelers & Permian Basin Contractors: Professionals visiting nearby energy headquarters, corporate parks, and logistics centers along Loop 250.
Pickup Truck & SUV Owners: Drivers of oversized consumer and utility trucks seeking surface parking without low-ceiling garages.
Shopping & Dining Patrons: Shoppers and diners heading to the surrounding North Midland retail complexes and restaurants.
Short-Term & Overnight Visitors: Guests staying in the immediate lodging cluster desiring convenient and secure vehicular staging.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When entering the lot, follow the posted directional signage for guest parking and avoid blocking delivery zones or porte-cochère check-in drop-off lanes near the main lobby entrance. While the open lot offers unmetered self-parking for hotel patrons and registered guests, always verify parking rules with the on-site reception desk if planning long-term or multi-day stays. As with any open parking lot, always lock your doors, engage your vehicle's security system, and store all tools, electronics, and personal valuables entirely out of sight.