Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rochester Hills - Detroit Area by IHG
3544 Marketplace Cir, Rochester Hills, MI 48309, Auburn Hills, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rochester Hills - Detroit Area by IHG is a straightforward 2-star hotel off Highway 59 in Rochester Hills (Auburn Hills area), offering practical stays with several included perks. It has a public rating of 4.1 based on 591 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are described as unfussy and geared toward convenience, with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, microwaves, and mini-fridges. Suites add extra space with living rooms, wet bars, and sofa beds. Some units include whirlpool tubs.
Breakfast & On-site Services
A hot breakfast buffet is served in a casual dining area and is listed as a complimentary perk. On-site facilities also include a gym, a business center, and a heated indoor pool. Complimentary parking is also included.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is about 1.5 km from Innovation Hills and roughly 3.1 km from Meadow Brook Hall, offering nearby options for walking trails, events, and local sightseeing. It’s also within reach of regional attractions such as Cranbrook Institute of Science (~8.8 km), Cranbrook Art Museum (~9.2 km), SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium (~10.2 km), LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Michigan (~10.0 km), and Stony Creek Metropark (~13.0 km). For entertainment outings, guests are within driving distance of Detroit Zoo (~19.1 km) and Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort (~17.7 km).
Best for
This property suits travelers who want an easy, highway-accessible base in the Rochester Hills/Auburn Hills area with included breakfast and parking. It’s also a solid fit for guests who value in-room practicality (microwave and mini-fridge) and amenities like an indoor pool, gym, and business center.
Travel tips
With the hotel located off Highway 59, having a car is useful for reaching nearby attractions such as Cranbrook (about 9 km away), SEA LIFE/LEGOLAND (about 10 km), and Detroit Zoo (about 19 km). If breakfast is important to your schedule, plan to go earlier in the morning, as some guests report occasional item shortages later in the breakfast window. Innovation Hills is close (about 1.5 km) for an easy nearby stop without a long drive.
What guests say
Guests frequently mention a convenient location and friendly, helpful staff. Breakfast is often a highlight, with several reviewers calling it very good, though there are also reports of popular items and coffee running out later in the morning. Some reviews point to cleanliness and upkeep concerns (e.g., dirty common areas or room carpets) and occasional odor issues. A small mandatory fee described as an amenity fee was also cited as an unexpected charge by at least one guest.
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