Motel 6 Warren, MI - Detroit East
8300 Chicago Rd, Warren, MI 48093, Auburn Hills, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.0 / 5
Overview
Motel 6 Warren, MI - Detroit East is an unpretentious, budget-oriented 2-star motel in Warren, Michigan, at 8300 Chicago Rd. It’s positioned about 2.5 miles from Interstate 696, making it a practical base for quick highway access into the Detroit metro area. The property holds a public rating of 3/5 from 1,106 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are described as colorful and modern, with wood floors. In-room basics include minifridges and flat-screen TVs with expanded cable channels. WiFi is available for a fee.
On-site basics
The motel offers free morning coffee and free parking. A coin laundry is available on site for longer stays or road-trip laundry needs. Other amenities are not documented.
Location & nearby attractions
For nearby leisure, Red Oaks Waterpark is about 5.5 km away, and Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle is about 10.3 km away. Cultural attractions in Detroit are within roughly 17–19 km, including the Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the Detroit Historical Museum, and the Michigan Science Center. Dining nearby includes Malone’s Tavern (about 1.0 km away).
Best for
This motel suits budget-minded travelers who want straightforward lodging with free parking, a minifridge in the room, and easy access to I-696. It can also work for quick metro-Detroit visits where you plan to spend most of your time out at attractions like the Detroit Institute of Arts or Motown Museum rather than on-property.
Travel tips
If you’re driving, note the motel is about 2.5 miles from I-696, so it’s set up best for car-based trips around Warren and Detroit. Detroit’s major museums and attractions listed are roughly 17–19 km away, so plan for a drive to reach the core cultural sites. WiFi is listed as fee-based and reviews mention occasional service issues, so consider a backup connectivity plan if internet is essential.
What guests say
Reviews frequently mention friendly or helpful front desk staff and some guests report quiet nights and comfortable beds. However, negative feedback also centers on cleanliness and room condition, including complaints about odors, dirty bathrooms, and poor upkeep. Several excerpts raise serious concerns about pests/bugs and basic supplies, with at least one guest noting missing toiletries. Connectivity and maintenance issues are also mentioned, including reported WiFi problems and non-working air conditioning, and some guests cite noise from neighboring rooms through the walls.
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