Located right in the center of Winnipeg, the Fairmont Winnipeg is on the corner of Portage and Main, right within walking distance of many of the city's attractions. The hotel is close to the Assiniboine Park and Zoo and the Aquatic Hall of Fame Museum. The Fairmont Winnipeg puts guests within walking distance of many of Winnipeg's attractions.

The rooms of the Fairmont Winnipeg are air conditioned and include amenities such as clock radios, coffee makers with complimentary tea and coffee, and ironing facilities. Each room has multiple telephones, dataports, and cable television with pay-per-view movies and video games. The rooms' attached bathrooms include hair dryers and complimentary bathrobes.

Guests of the Fairmont Winnipeg can enjoy modern amenities such as a health club with plenty of cardiovascular equipment, multiple steam rooms, a sauna, a whirlpool, and an outdoor pool on the roof, which offers plenty of sunshine and views of the city. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service, babysitting and concierge services, laundry services, and safety deposit boxes. The hotel also allows small pets, though pet owners may need to pay extra for the privilege.