Staybridge Suites Sterling Heights - Detroit by IHG
8333 15 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48312, Auburn Hills, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
Staybridge Suites Sterling Heights - Detroit by IHG is a 3-star extended-stay style hotel located at 8333 15 Mile Rd in Sterling Heights (Auburn Hills area), Michigan. It holds a public guest rating of 4.4/5 from 292 reviews, with many stays described as repeat visits.
Dining & Guest Experience
Guest feedback frequently highlights friendly, helpful service, particularly at the front desk and in the breakfast area. Reviews also reference breakfast each morning, and some guests note a weekday dinner service (Monday through Thursday). Pricing is sometimes described as good value for the experience provided.
Cleanliness & Maintenance Notes
Several reviews praise the hotel and rooms as very clean, with a lobby that smells pleasant. However, at least one guest report describes a serious cleanliness/pest issue (roaches) and a prolonged dispute over follow-up and refunds, indicating that service recovery can be inconsistent.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is positioned for convenient access to a spread of metro-Detroit attractions. Nearby options include Dodge Park (about 4.8 km), Red Oaks Waterpark (about 6.5 km), and LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium (about 8.8 km). Farther afield are the Detroit Zoo (about 13.1 km), Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle (about 11.9 km), and the Cranbrook campus attractions—Cranbrook House & Gardens, Art Museum, and Institute of Science (about 18.1–18.5 km).
Best for
This property suits travelers who value a service-forward, repeat-stay environment, as reviews consistently mention friendly front desk and breakfast staff and an overall positive experience. It also works well for visitors planning outings around Sterling Heights and the broader metro area, with parks, family attractions, and museums within roughly 5–20 km. Travelers who are highly sensitive to maintenance or pest concerns may want to monitor recent feedback closely given an isolated but serious report.
Travel tips
If you’re planning to explore local attractions, Dodge Park (~4.8 km) and Red Oaks Waterpark (~6.5 km) are among the closest options, with the Detroit Zoo and Cranbrook museums a longer drive (~13–18.5 km). Because a weekday dinner is mentioned by guests (Mon–Thu), it may be worth confirming current schedule and eligibility at check-in. If you encounter an issue with your room, document it promptly and escalate to management early, as one review describes slow follow-up on a reported problem.
What guests say
Reviews frequently emphasize warm, friendly staff, especially at the front desk and during breakfast service. Cleanliness is often praised, with multiple guests describing rooms as immaculate and noting a pleasant-smelling lobby. Value is also mentioned positively, and some guests highlight breakfast and a weekday dinner offering (Monday–Thursday). A notable negative theme appears in an isolated but detailed complaint about pests in a room and dissatisfaction with follow-up and refund handling.
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