Name: Sonesta ES Suites Auburn Hills Detroit
Address: 2050 Featherstone Road, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States of America, Auburn Hills, Michigan, US
Price range: $99–$131 per night
Rating: 7.9

What guests think

At Sonesta ES Suites Auburn Hills Detroit, travellers report spacious, apartment-style suites and friendly staff, but ongoing renovations, inconsistent cleanliness, and maintenance issues in common areas and rooms frequently affect the experience, alongside mixed breakfast quality and availability.

Guests often highlight the spacious suites with separate living areas and full kitchens, which work well for families and longer stays. The location is generally quiet and convenient to highways, shopping, and dining, though you may need a car for most activities. Overall, expect solid space and value more than polish.

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Facilities

Active renovations have left common areas worn or messy, and the single elevator is frequently dirty or unreliable. The outdoor pool is sometimes closed; amenities include a basic gym and a basketball court, with occasional laundry issues noted.

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Cynthia M

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property definitely needs updating. Painter’s tape held the baseboards together in the hallways. Even our room number on the door was hand written on a piece of tape. The elevator was disgusting - looked it hadn’t been cleaned in a long time. Room showed wear but was clean. Ran out of coffee at Saturday breakfast. Won’t stay here again.

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Beverly

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Major construction, painting, recarpeting with no notice of construction. The rooms were extremely dirty. Floors have not been washed or swept in a very long time. We could not change our reservation or move hotels because we made the reservation months ago for a suite for 5 people because of a concert. Everywhere near the venue was sold out. Extremely poor quality and service. Manager told me we could leave. How about that for service?! We probably should have left and drove home 2 hours at midnight after the concert and saved the $260 dollars for the disgusting room.

8

Linda

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They are renovating hotel so it was unattractive. But our room was great. Very comfortable and spacious. Also the pool was not available. I'm sure once they are done it will be a very nice hotel.

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James

Mar 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk person were good, but not always available or away from the front desk. Elevator not working, had to be reset Shampoo dripped into tub and made tub floor slippery. Accommodations were good.

2

Derrick

May 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel should be closed under construction hallways was dirty from construction bad environment to breathe in not a good experience at this hotel

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Lakenya

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is under construction so there's a lot of dirt around and inside the property. Staff is short so the rooms aren't that clean. Our shower curtain was filthy.

10

Donald

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great place to stay - roomy and good breakfast but unfortunately laundry facilities need attention.

6

Timothy

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The pool was not open

4

Phinehas

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was under serious renovation. And so couldn’t enjoy the like we would have. Couch bed wouldn’t pull out

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Trai

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is a lot older than it looks in the pictures. There was a smell when I walked in. Check in was long and they asked for way to much personal information. The desk gave me my room I have to walk dow a hall that was unmarked and looked like something out of a horror movie. I walk in the room and there was someone things all over the room. That scared the hell out of me. I told the front desk and she called her boss so they could talk about it. Then I had to wait while she went to the room to see if I was telling the truth. I was then “upgraded” to a better room. This room looked like a low budget apartment. The couch was peeling. There was mold and water damage in the bathroom the dish washer didn’t work, in all everything just looked old and run down. The pool is outside and the gym is super small. The breakfast is really extensive for a hotel. Lots of choices. Not the worst hotel ever but for the price it’s a hell no for me.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: many report dirty rooms, stained linens, hair in bathrooms, sticky surfaces, and dusty or grimy hallways and elevators, while others found rooms clean. Housekeeping during stays is often missed or very limited.

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Jessica

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Our room was very sticky, i went and bought clorox wipes the cupboards counter and stove top were just ick. Like someone pours syrup all over it. Our stove kept turning on and off so i called front desk. The Gm on duty was very nice and showed concern. She offered to move us rooms but i had just unpacked and it was 10pm

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Lorenzo

Jun 25, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The rooms were ok, but it was noisy, especially early in the morning. The hallways appeared to be in the middle of being repainted and recarpeted. There was only sloppily applied primer on the walls and the floor looked old. During our stay of 5 days, we saw no one working on walls. Breakfast choices were fine. Service staff at the front desk were fine but getting someone to empty the garbage cans was impossible. Getting fresh towels took multiple requests and follow ups. We saw others going to the front desk for towels and toilet paper. There was no spare toilet paper roll in the room. In the kitchen area, the eating and cooking utensils were not clean, and plates, knives, forks, and spoons were not in complete sets. The person who prepared the room was evidently indifferent to these details.

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Teri

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was filthy dirty. Our socks were black by the end of the stay. We wiped the bathroom floor and the towel turned black. The king beds each had 1 pillow.

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Drew

May 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was a used razor in the shower, floor hadn’t been cleaned, stains on the sheets, food in the couch cushions. Room was a nice size and had good amenities, just dirty and gross.

8

Marilyn

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room was VERY clean. Nice comfy couch to watch TV in the sitting room area. The kitchen was also very clean. There is a hot breakfast buffet with eggs, meat, cereal, breads, yogurt and a pancake maker. The pancakes were tasty and hot! There is some updating to the hallway base going on but the hallway had no mess. The hotel could use some updating but overall I was very pleased. This is the second time I’ve stayed here (3 days at a time) and will stay here again next business trip.

2

Amie

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Katie at the front desk was very kind. However, the room in its entirety was disgusting. The room had only 1 garbage can in the entire suite and our suite had 2 rooms.. a sitting and sleeping space/room). The linens had stains and or never washed. There was only 1 face cloth. 3 of the silverware pieces had food (looked like mayonnaise stuck to them (never washed). The room had crumbs and litter bits on the floor. The refrigerator was never wiped down, had sticky stuff and crumbs in it. The toilet would keep running after flushed. The ice maker in room did not work. The room had a very bad musty smell, There was also sticky stuff on the chairs in the kitchen area, the couch was very worn, dirty and tattered, and there was 3 large burn marks on the desk chair. The elevator and floors in the hallways and spaces were very neglected (dirty/ dirty, stained, and damaged). I would NEVER go to this property again. We would have left the room, if the weather was not horrendous out. Because the room was not acceptable on any level.

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Nicole

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The check-in process was easy. The desk clerk was friendly. I Immediately noticed the property is in process of a remodel with paint drops all over the carpets. The bathroom was not clean, there were hairs on the toilet & in the shower. I assume pubic hair because of location. I attempted to call the front desk but the room’s phone did not work & it was covered with dried white paint. I proceeded to front desk to request housekeeping. The front desk clerk arrived to clean the bathroom & while in the room cleaning, I found a condom in its wrapper on the floor under one of the beds. The front desk staff & manager were open to listening to my issues but because I booked through Expedia in a non refundable room she had no options. Friends stayed at this hotel in another room and also experienced issues with their room

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Erik

Oct 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The customer service was good the staff was very polite!!! the elevators was very dirty, the room itself was okay but for some reason the room had fruit flies really bad!! probably want never stay again!!!

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Ralph

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

By far one of the worst hotel stays I’ve experienced in years of travel. Do not be deceived by the photos. The rooms felt dirty and damp. I’m not sure how old the beds were, but when I pulled back the bedding to the mattress cover, I was horrified to see yellow stains and long strands of black hair. Fortunately, the top sheet was clean enough. The bed itself was far too soft for my comfort, leaving me with sleepless nights and back pain throughout my four-day stay. The bathroom is the biggest area of concern. The tub is dangerously slippery, though the front desk does provide sealed suction mats. The bathroom vent was also coated with visible dust. On the positive side, the lobby was pleasant, the staff friendly, and the complimentary breakfast average. I suspect renovations are underway, which may improve things, but it doesn’t excuse the lack of cleanliness. The fact that a cluster of black thread sat outside my door for days—something I initially mistook for a cockroach—along with other debris, proves the floor was never vacuumed. In summary: do not waste your money here. You can find far better accommodations for the same price.

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Karen

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was in disrepair, lots of construction. Elevator was dirty. The staff was very friendly though. The room was ok, mostly clean but mold in bathroom and other random small details. Lots of mechanical noises all night. My windshield was cracked when we went to car next morning. Can’t say it happened there, just when we first noticed it.

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Rooms

Suites are spacious with separate living areas and full kitchens, making them comfortable for families and longer stays. Many note dated furnishings and maintenance issues (HVAC, TVs, doors) and occasional noise; Wi‑Fi can be unreliable.

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Samantha

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The couch was ripped, stained, I wouldn’t even sit on it, it was so gross. The room was overall rundown and dirty. Having a two bedroom suite is very nice- but they need to update their furniture and clean it up.

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Susan

Jan 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Outside the Sonesta looked nice, lobby and breakfast area was nice as well. Elevator old and slow. Carpets worn out. My room was decent liked it was a suite with a table and kitchenette. I liked there was a small couch and bed looked nice. Bathroom had chipped toilet seat and ground by sink and tubs stained. Overall it was a nice stay nothing fancy. Breakfast was decent. If some upgrades were made would be nice. Walls are thin so I can hear people walking and talking in the hallway.

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Faith

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a decent hotel. Rooms were clean and everything seemed updated. Breakfast was great. My only complaint is the guest wifi was terrible and awful.

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Steven

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The suite was large, 2 bedrooms, two baths, full kitchen.

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Guangjie

Jul 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk wasn’t the friendliest. The AC was loud. Good thing I always feel cooler than most people do so I just turned the AC off completely. The light from the hallway is bright. It was’t quite. I could hear cars driving past…Will not use them again.

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Cynthia

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Double suite with king and 2 queen beds, separate living and sleeping spaces was spacious, clean, PERFECT for travel with 2 adults and 3 teens with adult size bodies. Double suite also had 2 bathrooms and ample towels for our 4 night stay. Full size fridge and outdoor basketball court was a hit with teen boys. Outdoor pool was not yet open for the season. When we return to Auburn Hills area we will stay here!

10

Julie

Jul 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We had a great experience staying in a 2 bedroom suite. It had a king bed in one room, 2 double beds in another bedroom, plus a large sofa bed, desk, chair, and a nice kitchen with a bar and 4 stools. The kitchen was pretty well-stocked with dishes, glasses, etc… and even had a dishwasher. They provided the dish soaps, detergents, shampoo, conditioner. We were very comfortable and my two youngest kids said even the sofa bed was comfortable. The breakfast was also good and included eggs, bacon or sausage, pancakes, muffins, bagels, dry cereal, yogurt. We liked their coffee too. We would stay here again.

8

Denise

Feb 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was big, comfy bed. Bathroom was needing some minor repairs-cracked tiles, caulking replaced etc.

10

Jada

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Spacious room.

4

Michael

Apr 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very noisy

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Service

Staff are frequently praised as friendly and accommodating, but reliability varies: reports include overbooking, slow or distracted check‑in, absent front desk, key and room assignment issues, and limited or no housekeeping during stays.

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Muhammad

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The associates at the front desk did not seem to know how to handle a crowd. At one instance three people were working on an issue one guest was facing and 5 guests were waiting. I had two rooms. The keys to one room did not work & I had to go to front desk three times to re-issue the key. This happened each of the three days. The associate said 'sorry' but did not seem to care why this was happenning. The breakfast had many items but it was a so-so breakfast. I guess that is what an included breakfast is.

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James

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property itself wasn't bad, it's just I stayed from Friday to Monday and not one time did housekeeping inter my room.Never to empty the trash, vacuum or check the towels and linen . Terrible housekeeping.

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Noriko

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They overbooked our room and all rooms were booked on that day. So we had to go find another hotel. Front desk staff told us that we should try nearby hotel but did not help us to call to check availability or anything. The told us that it will be canceled once we canceled the reservation on hotels.com but ended up charging us even we did not stay. We had to drive back to the hotel on the next day to get our money back. We were lucky we were still nearby There is no compensation from them and they just blamed the hotels.com for the overbooking. On side note, we ended up staying at one of the Marriott hotel and explained why we ended up to the hotel and they told us that if it happened there, Marriott provide a room or if all rooms booked, they pays for the another hotel as compensation. From now on we will only stay Marita hotel. We use hotel.com often and never have had this problem other than this hotel. This was terrible experience we never have had before and are disappointed in their customer service.

10

Craig

Jan 20, 2025

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Cynthia, the manager was very nice to us. All the staff was really friendly and helpful. The breakfast in the morning was delicious. There’s lots of variety there and fresh bread fresh buns fresh fruit was available along with a hot breakfast with eggs, bacon sausage, etc. it was delicious. We had a great time there for a couple of days and the rooms were absolutely amazing. I’ve never seen a room so big it was beautiful. We hope to come back another time soon.

10

liliana

May 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was very friendly and accommodating. I checked in early and also requested a room type change and Maria Front desk manager and the desk agent were able to help me.

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JoAnn

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Th hotel was purchased by a new management company one month ago. The new General Manager, Cynthia, her staff, and the Regional Manager, are working diligently to provide outstanding customer service while they refurbish the property. Cynthia’s ‘Five Star’ service and attention to detail was notable. She treated my husband and me, and every guest I saw her serve, with respect and courtesy. She was very responsive and helpful. Cynthia is an outstanding ambassador for her company and the Sonesta Suites brand.

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Judy

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were looking forward to this trip. We stay in this hotel every year for an event in Auburn Hills & this year may have been the last year we stay here. First let me begin with the girl that checked me in, was that personal phone call so important that you couldn’t call them back after you helped me? Never went over anything other than the extra $100, & nothing else. Good thing I’ve stayed there before. This I told the girl at check out…No shampoo, conditioner or shower gel in the containers on the wall. There were no small one in the room either. Good thing I bring my own. There was a lid from a cup visible from behind the dresser, no coffee pot in the room, & the dishwasher never stop running. She never wrote it down so I hope the next person that stays in 301 see this. Breakfast was over at 8:30 when it clearly states it’s over at 9:30 on weekdays. So we stopped down the road. My disappointment is with the lack of service, cleanliness & not being able to eat breakfast both mornings we stayed. We came down early & there was nothing or scraps to eat. Very disappointed.

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Kesha

Feb 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

No cleaning crew on the weekend no towels and ran out of toilet paper and dishwasher did not work had to wash dishes by hand

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Jasmine

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk was very helpful and polite! I’ve making wasn’t working but front desk provided ice bags upon request!

2

Jenna

Mar 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Had to check in later than expected due to poor weather conditions. Was stuck waiting for over 20 minutes to be let into the lobby to even check in as the front desk attendant was no where to be found. When finally able to check in, the woman was laughing and appeared to be under the influence. The lobby was full with a loud group, drinking and blaring music. Elevators were horribly dirty and the room has not been kept up. Will never be returning to this hotel.

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Location

Location is convenient and generally quiet, with access to highways, shopping, and dining. Some note there’s little to do nearby without a car.

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Susan

Jan 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Outside the Sonesta looked nice, lobby and breakfast area was nice as well. Elevator old and slow. Carpets worn out. My room was decent liked it was a suite with a table and kitchenette. I liked there was a small couch and bed looked nice. Bathroom had chipped toilet seat and ground by sink and tubs stained. Overall it was a nice stay nothing fancy. Breakfast was decent. If some upgrades were made would be nice. Walls are thin so I can hear people walking and talking in the hallway.

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Latasha

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The location of this property was convenient.

8

Diana

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was clean, updated, & good size. Not much to do in the area so be prepared to drive. Breakfast is the same as other major chains, not appetizing.

10

Jill

Feb 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious rooms, very clean! The hotel is so close to fantastic shopping and dining. Great place to stay!

8

ZHENWEI

Jul 25, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A nice and quiet place to stay.

10

Erin

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location worked great and the room was clean and bed was comfortable.

10

beth

May 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Suites were great. Outside grills and pool make it a great family get together place. Easy access to highways made it convenient to get around.

10

Amanda

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice hotel in a quiet area

10

MARCO

Mar 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location and amenities for our short visit in Pontiac, MI

8

William

Feb 4, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice quiet property.

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Dining

Breakfast draws mixed feedback: several praise the variety and taste, while others report items running out early, limited replenishment, and occasional quality issues like burned eggs or broken machines.

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Brittany

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were wonderful. Breakfast was outstanding. It was healthy and had so many great options. We liked the little courtyard for walking. We didn't have enough shower towels in our room when we arrived but the staff gave it to us when we asked. They were also helpful in getting a playpen for my Goddaughter. The room was decently clean but in wall corners, bathroom edges and the bathtub there was visible dirt. Nothing major. Fridge shelves had water all over them as if it looked like it was defrosting from a previous incident. We would stay again. I stayed at another Sonesta and had a worse experience so I am happy that this one was much better. Thank you.

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Cynthia M

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property definitely needs updating. Painter’s tape held the baseboards together in the hallways. Even our room number on the door was hand written on a piece of tape. The elevator was disgusting - looked it hadn’t been cleaned in a long time. Room showed wear but was clean. Ran out of coffee at Saturday breakfast. Won’t stay here again.

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Bonnie

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean, the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was okay, but their pancake machine was not working correctly when we were there. Juice was super watered down, but the coffee was really good.

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Jamie

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was very clean! The room was big with a nice kitchen area. The bed was comfortable. The breakfast was great, lots of options! Staff was very nice

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Craig

Jan 20, 2025

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Cynthia, the manager was very nice to us. All the staff was really friendly and helpful. The breakfast in the morning was delicious. There’s lots of variety there and fresh bread fresh buns fresh fruit was available along with a hot breakfast with eggs, bacon sausage, etc. it was delicious. We had a great time there for a couple of days and the rooms were absolutely amazing. I’ve never seen a room so big it was beautiful. We hope to come back another time soon.

4

Andrew

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool is not open due to issues; no hair dryer in the room; staff preparing for breakfast was overworked - only one person and could not keep up with the demand. The lady who ran breakfast could not read instructions on the pancake machine. The layout of the room is great, very clean as well. It seems the service is not as great.

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Barb

Sep 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean, comfy beds and easy to park. The breakfast was probably one of THE BEST hotel breakfasts we have experienced. Good variety of food, well stocked and convenient. I'd recommend staying here.

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Judy

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We were looking forward to this trip. We stay in this hotel every year for an event in Auburn Hills & this year may have been the last year we stay here. First let me begin with the girl that checked me in, was that personal phone call so important that you couldn’t call them back after you helped me? Never went over anything other than the extra $100, & nothing else. Good thing I’ve stayed there before. This I told the girl at check out…No shampoo, conditioner or shower gel in the containers on the wall. There were no small one in the room either. Good thing I bring my own. There was a lid from a cup visible from behind the dresser, no coffee pot in the room, & the dishwasher never stop running. She never wrote it down so I hope the next person that stays in 301 see this. Breakfast was over at 8:30 when it clearly states it’s over at 9:30 on weekdays. So we stopped down the road. My disappointment is with the lack of service, cleanliness & not being able to eat breakfast both mornings we stayed. We came down early & there was nothing or scraps to eat. Very disappointed.

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William

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Ran out of food, was poorly put together. Nothing in the ice, no fresh oatmeal, fruits nothing. Just some burned eggs and sausage patties with a pancake maker.

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Marcella

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was undergoing a renovation. Our room was done and very nice. Other work in process in hallways. I'm sure in the end it will be very nice. We were without power in the morning. I don't think it was their fault but it meant we couldn't have our hot breakfast

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Month	Average price
January	$97
February	$100
March	$99
April	$96
May	$93
June	$100
July	$103
August	$103
September	$103
October	$92
November	$97
December	$100

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20 $100	21 $100	22 $101	23 $101	24 $101	25 $108	26 $108
27 $100	28 $101	29 $101	30 $101

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				1 $101	2 $108	3 $108
4 $101	5 $101	6 $101	7 $101	8 $101	9 $108	10 $108
11 $108	12 $101	13 $101	14 $99	15 $106	16 $108	17 $108
18 $111	19 $106	20 $115	21 $115	22 $115	23 $131	24 $127
25 $115	26 $104	27 $107	28 $104	29 $104	30 $108	31 $108

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Tub)

Suite, 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Superior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Tub)

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Tub)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Superior Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible (Tub)

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