Name: Suburban Studios South Bend Notre Dame Area
Address: 52624 Indiana State Route 933, South Bend, Indiana, United States of America, South Bend, Indiana, US
Price range: $64–$123 per night
Rating: 4.65

What guests think

Reviews of Suburban Studios South Bend Notre Dame Area report significant problems, including misleading photos, severe cleanliness issues with pests, many broken in-room basics like TV or Wi‑Fi, and concerns about management responsiveness across the property.

Multiple guests arrived to find the property closed or under construction, sometimes without prior notice or easy refunds. Security worries are common, with reports of shady activity, a guarded lobby window, and guests feeling unsafe around the parking area. A few note the campus is nearby, but overall experiences trend negative; expect serious tradeoffs.

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Facilities

Several reviews report the property was closed or under renovation, limiting availability. A few mention a closed pool, broken vending or ice machines, and a parking lot in poor condition.

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Makayla

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pictures that they used are not what the hotel looks like on the inside and outside. There was stray dogs outside roaming around..it just looked really sketchy. Couldn’t get a refund..

2

Laura

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The grounds were trashy… the appearance of the hotel was trashy… the room furniture was trashy… dirty towel on a shelf, remote didn’t go to the tv (we learned this after having the batteries replaced), tv would not stay turned on… one set of towels for two guests… the pics in the ad looked nothing whatsoever like the room or hotel or the description. The service was also trashy. The office was locked so it could be used to live in I guess— we had to go to the window. Got one key for two guests. When I turned in my key, the man was sleeping on the couch in the locked office. I asked for a receipt 3 times and what I got was a nonsense slip of paper with a nonsense amount written on it. Not a receipt in any way. The man clearly did not want to deal with me. I will never trust OYO hotels again.

10

David W

May 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking lot in need of serious repairs

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Nathan

Jul 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

0 Stars is being too nice. Horrible. Stained sheets (many colors), walls had something spilled on them; shower dirty, lobby window was small bullet proof glass with a bank tray to pay. I left within 5 minutes..

2

Kyle

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolute dump. We were hesitant about even leaving our cars parked in the parking lot. The pictures of the property online look like AI generated versions of the sad reality of real life. We ended up booking a different hotel down the street. If you get fooled and book a room here, they will keep your money and not offer any kind of refund when you show up in person to see this scam of a property.

2

Kimberly

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely disappointed in this property. Currently trying to get a refined. Property was a mess no sign for the hotel drinking and obnoxious people in the parking lot. My room appeared tampered with after I left and returned my bed was unmade I hadn’t even been in the bed. I packed up and left there was no one at the desk so I left my key. DO NOT RECOMMEND this hotel for anyone.

2

Bruce

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

were told after doing a non-refundable reservation through hotels.com the property told us they were shutting down due to some septic issues and that we all had to leave the property and that we needed to contact you about a refund so we were unable to stay

2

Ronald

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Entire property closed for rehabbing. Facility closed, I could not stay there I had to find other place to stay. Why was I not notifieS? Ron Jenkins

4

Jennifer

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One time I stayed there were stains on sheets, no cups, no conditioner and two ice machine and vending machines broke down front desk said for 6 months not vacuumed. Not enough pillows or blankets. You get what you pay for and noisy outside and little sketchy. The shower curtain were not affixed to shower or clean signs of mildew. Then the other time clean sheets and vacuumed; it was quieter. They have a pool and never open.

2

Winfred

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No rooms available and no notice of property under construction

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently cite dirty rooms and bathrooms, stained bedding, strong odors, and pests (roaches and bed bugs). Some report extreme issues like feces, leaks, or unmade beds on arrival.

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Richard

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

TV didn't work. Door frame broke and left unrepaired. Windows were filthy. Noise.

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Laura

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The grounds were trashy… the appearance of the hotel was trashy… the room furniture was trashy… dirty towel on a shelf, remote didn’t go to the tv (we learned this after having the batteries replaced), tv would not stay turned on… one set of towels for two guests… the pics in the ad looked nothing whatsoever like the room or hotel or the description. The service was also trashy. The office was locked so it could be used to live in I guess— we had to go to the window. Got one key for two guests. When I turned in my key, the man was sleeping on the couch in the locked office. I asked for a receipt 3 times and what I got was a nonsense slip of paper with a nonsense amount written on it. Not a receipt in any way. The man clearly did not want to deal with me. I will never trust OYO hotels again.

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William

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bed bugs I was up all night getting bit by bed bugs try to explain and let their maintenance know and they all thought it was a joke disgusting disgusting disgusting I am completely beside myself how people can allow this to happen

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Bobby

Jan 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was dead roaches smashed on the wall, the bed was dirty, the covers had dirt and stained little spots of blood on it. The floor was not swept. The bathroom was disgusting and the room stunk. I sat up all night on a table because I didn't trust anything else. The pictures showed a beautiful room online but it was the complete opposite once I got there. I would really love a refund because I was not comfortable and I did not sleep. And there was a dog in the room next to me that senses my presence and barked all night.

2

Brittany

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a joke. A huge turd in the toilet, bed was unmade, and 3 buckets worth of water on the floor. No remote for the TV. Owner was EXTREMELY rude.

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Eric

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Opened fridge in room as soon as ingot there and it stunk so bad i almost threw up. TV and wifi did not work and room had no hot water. On a positive note, only seen one roach and he ran out of the aforementioned fridge when i opened it. Also had to go get towels from the front desk, none were in there upon arrival.

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Joseph

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We did not stay we got to the room and they were burn holes in the bed dead cockroaches in the bathroom. We did not stay. We turned in our key and check back. We are asking for refund

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Manuel

Oct 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room 209 did have bed bugs. Paint pilling of wall in the bathroom.

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Corey

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Roaches mice and bed bugs

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Cesar

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

First time there and last. I go into my room and it’s barren. No soap, fridge, or even a trash can. I get a room with 2 beds and neither of them were clean. Both had cigarette burns, red stains, sweat or drool stains on the pillows, and streaks of oil or dirt on the sheets and blankets. The shower leaked water on the floor, the toilet had a dirty ring in the bowl, and dirty towels. The worst things if that’s even possible was the stale cigarette air and the multiple cockroaches I saw during my 1 night stay. Even tho I paid for 2 nights, I only stayed 1 night and found other accommodations elsewhere. Worst hotel room I ever had.

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Rooms

Common issues include nonfunctional basics (TV, Wi‑Fi, HVAC or hot water), uncomfortable beds, and questionable locks or broken doors; some rooms lacked expected items.

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Richard

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

TV didn't work. Door frame broke and left unrepaired. Windows were filthy. Noise.

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Kenneth

Mar 29, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Might be worst hotel in the area. Towels were dirty, pillow cases had cigarette burns and what looked like blood stains. Nice they arranged them so you didn’t see it at first. Ceiling had what looked like feces smeared in one spot. Door was broken. You have to slam your shoulder into it to open. This was the move the office guy showed me. Worst toilet in Scotland. If you know you know

2

Laura

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The grounds were trashy… the appearance of the hotel was trashy… the room furniture was trashy… dirty towel on a shelf, remote didn’t go to the tv (we learned this after having the batteries replaced), tv would not stay turned on… one set of towels for two guests… the pics in the ad looked nothing whatsoever like the room or hotel or the description. The service was also trashy. The office was locked so it could be used to live in I guess— we had to go to the window. Got one key for two guests. When I turned in my key, the man was sleeping on the couch in the locked office. I asked for a receipt 3 times and what I got was a nonsense slip of paper with a nonsense amount written on it. Not a receipt in any way. The man clearly did not want to deal with me. I will never trust OYO hotels again.

2

Brittany

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a joke. A huge turd in the toilet, bed was unmade, and 3 buckets worth of water on the floor. No remote for the TV. Owner was EXTREMELY rude.

2

Eric

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Opened fridge in room as soon as ingot there and it stunk so bad i almost threw up. TV and wifi did not work and room had no hot water. On a positive note, only seen one roach and he ran out of the aforementioned fridge when i opened it. Also had to go get towels from the front desk, none were in there upon arrival.

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michael

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The property is nothing like the pictures on Expedia and am surprised Expedia even list this. I checked out 4 days early and moved to another hotel. I have pictures and will be disputing this charge for a refund Bed comfort was unsatisfactory. There was decent food restaurants nearby

2

Mariah

Feb 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sink leaked toilet ran no tv no wifi

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Ronald

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There were obvious drug deals happening, the first room smelled of animal urine so bad I got tears. The second room the bathroom light sometimes worked, the lock was questionable, and the bed was so terrible I slept very little. I moved furniture in front of the door, too exhausted to find another place.

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Darrell

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property looked nothing like online pics. Hotel worse than a motel. 1st room had no working air or heat. Tv did not work. Second room was better but not by much. Hotel did not feel safe. Last but not least - roach in second room. Could not recommend

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Cesar

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

First time there and last. I go into my room and it’s barren. No soap, fridge, or even a trash can. I get a room with 2 beds and neither of them were clean. Both had cigarette burns, red stains, sweat or drool stains on the pillows, and streaks of oil or dirt on the sheets and blankets. The shower leaked water on the floor, the toilet had a dirty ring in the bowl, and dirty towels. The worst things if that’s even possible was the stale cigarette air and the multiple cockroaches I saw during my 1 night stay. Even tho I paid for 2 nights, I only stayed 1 night and found other accommodations elsewhere. Worst hotel room I ever had.

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Service

Service feedback is mostly negative: locked or window-only front desk, rude or unhelpful interactions, missing receipts, and difficulty securing refunds or advance notice about closures. A few guests found staff kind despite the conditions.

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Makayla

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pictures that they used are not what the hotel looks like on the inside and outside. There was stray dogs outside roaming around..it just looked really sketchy. Couldn’t get a refund..

2

Laura

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The grounds were trashy… the appearance of the hotel was trashy… the room furniture was trashy… dirty towel on a shelf, remote didn’t go to the tv (we learned this after having the batteries replaced), tv would not stay turned on… one set of towels for two guests… the pics in the ad looked nothing whatsoever like the room or hotel or the description. The service was also trashy. The office was locked so it could be used to live in I guess— we had to go to the window. Got one key for two guests. When I turned in my key, the man was sleeping on the couch in the locked office. I asked for a receipt 3 times and what I got was a nonsense slip of paper with a nonsense amount written on it. Not a receipt in any way. The man clearly did not want to deal with me. I will never trust OYO hotels again.

2

Brittany

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a joke. A huge turd in the toilet, bed was unmade, and 3 buckets worth of water on the floor. No remote for the TV. Owner was EXTREMELY rude.

2

michael

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The property is nothing like the pictures on Expedia and am surprised Expedia even list this. I checked out 4 days early and moved to another hotel. I have pictures and will be disputing this charge for a refund Bed comfort was unsatisfactory. There was decent food restaurants nearby

2

Eric

Jan 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

People are nice and helpful but horrible conditions

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Nathan

Jul 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

0 Stars is being too nice. Horrible. Stained sheets (many colors), walls had something spilled on them; shower dirty, lobby window was small bullet proof glass with a bank tray to pay. I left within 5 minutes..

2

Kyle

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolute dump. We were hesitant about even leaving our cars parked in the parking lot. The pictures of the property online look like AI generated versions of the sad reality of real life. We ended up booking a different hotel down the street. If you get fooled and book a room here, they will keep your money and not offer any kind of refund when you show up in person to see this scam of a property.

2

Bruce

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

were told after doing a non-refundable reservation through hotels.com the property told us they were shutting down due to some septic issues and that we all had to leave the property and that we needed to contact you about a refund so we were unable to stay

2

Ronald

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Entire property closed for rehabbing. Facility closed, I could not stay there I had to find other place to stay. Why was I not notifieS? Ron Jenkins

2

Winfred

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No rooms available and no notice of property under construction

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Location

A couple of reviews note proximity to Notre Dame and nearby restaurants, but several say the area and property felt unsafe or sketchy, with stray dogs and suspicious activity.

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Makayla

Jul 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pictures that they used are not what the hotel looks like on the inside and outside. There was stray dogs outside roaming around..it just looked really sketchy. Couldn’t get a refund..

10

Haley

Jul 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Safe and quite.

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michael

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The property is nothing like the pictures on Expedia and am surprised Expedia even list this. I checked out 4 days early and moved to another hotel. I have pictures and will be disputing this charge for a refund Bed comfort was unsatisfactory. There was decent food restaurants nearby

10

David W

May 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking lot in need of serious repairs

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Juanita

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

You get what you pay for. This property is close to campus and cheap but crawling with cockroaches, poor maintenance, and shady characters.

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Ronald

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There were obvious drug deals happening, the first room smelled of animal urine so bad I got tears. The second room the bathroom light sometimes worked, the lock was questionable, and the bed was so terrible I slept very little. I moved furniture in front of the door, too exhausted to find another place.

2

Nathan

Jul 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

0 Stars is being too nice. Horrible. Stained sheets (many colors), walls had something spilled on them; shower dirty, lobby window was small bullet proof glass with a bank tray to pay. I left within 5 minutes..

2

Kyle

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Absolute dump. We were hesitant about even leaving our cars parked in the parking lot. The pictures of the property online look like AI generated versions of the sad reality of real life. We ended up booking a different hotel down the street. If you get fooled and book a room here, they will keep your money and not offer any kind of refund when you show up in person to see this scam of a property.

4

Darrell

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property looked nothing like online pics. Hotel worse than a motel. 1st room had no working air or heat. Tv did not work. Second room was better but not by much. Hotel did not feel safe. Last but not least - roach in second room. Could not recommend

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Jennifer

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

One time I stayed there were stains on sheets, no cups, no conditioner and two ice machine and vending machines broke down front desk said for 6 months not vacuumed. Not enough pillows or blankets. You get what you pay for and noisy outside and little sketchy. The shower curtain were not affixed to shower or clean signs of mildew. Then the other time clean sheets and vacuumed; it was quieter. They have a pool and never open.

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Suburban Studios South Bend Notre Dame Area

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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