Tech Center Motel
28710 Van Dyke Ave, Warren, MI 48093, Auburn Hills, United States
Guest rating: 3.2 / 5
Overview
Tech Center Motel is a budget-oriented motel property listed at 28710 Van Dyke Ave in the Auburn Hills area (Warren, Michigan 48093). It holds a public rating of 3.2/5 based on 33 reviews. Star class and detailed property facilities are not documented in the available listing data.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The motel sits within driving distance of major Detroit attractions, making it a possible base for day trips. Nearby points of interest include the Detroit Zoo (~10.4 km), Ford House (~13.8 km), and the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum (~15.4 km). Cultural and downtown venues such as the Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit Historical Museum, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Michigan Science Center (each ~16.4–16.5 km), and sports/entertainment hubs like Comerica Park and Fox Theatre (~18.5 km) are also reachable by car.
Dining (Nearby)
On-site dining is not documented. Reviews mention a nearby option, Thai Smile restaurant, noted positively for its food.
What to Know From Guest Feedback
Guest comments highlight affordability for travelers on a limited budget or per-diem, including contractors. However, multiple reviews raise serious concerns about cleanliness and room condition (including mentions of pests and mold). Safety and privacy concerns are also mentioned in guest feedback, including reports of unwanted room entry and theft allegations.
Best for
This property appears most suited to travelers primarily focused on low price, such as contractors or guests on strict per-diem budgets, as affordability is a repeated positive theme in reviews. It can also work for visitors planning to drive to Detroit-area museums, parks, and entertainment venues, since many major attractions are roughly 10–20 km away. Travelers prioritizing consistently strong cleanliness and in-room condition should weigh the negative review themes carefully.
Travel tips
Many listed attractions (Detroit Zoo, Detroit Institute of Arts, Comerica Park, Fox Theatre, and others) are 10–20 km away, so plan on driving or arranging rideshare rather than walking. If you have evening plans in downtown Detroit or on Belle Isle (~18.5 km), consider travel time for return trips. Because amenities are not documented and reviews mention condition issues, confirm your needs directly with the property before arrival.
What guests say
Reviews commonly cite the motel’s low price as a key advantage, especially for contractors and travelers on limited per-diem budgets. A nearby restaurant (Thai Smile) is mentioned positively for food. The strongest negative themes involve room condition and cleanliness, including reports of pests and mold. Some guests also describe feeling unsafe and raise concerns about privacy and security, including allegations of unauthorized room entry and theft.
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