Wyndham Garden Sterling Heights
34911 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48312, Auburn Hills, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.3 / 5
Overview
Wyndham Garden Sterling Heights is a relaxed 3-star hotel and conference center on a commercial street lined with shops and restaurants in Sterling Heights (Auburn Hills area). It’s positioned about 2 miles from Maple Lane Golf Club and around 5 miles from Oakland Mall, with Lake Saint Clair roughly 10 miles away.
Rooms
Guest rooms are informal and practical, with free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, desks, and in-room minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers. Some rooms add sofabeds, and room service is available—useful for nights when you want to stay in.
Dining
On site, the hotel has a relaxed restaurant and a bar. Room service provides an additional option if you prefer dining privately.
Amenities & Recreation
The standout feature is an indoor water park with pools, waterslides, and a lazy river. There’s also a fitness center, plus complimentary parking for guests.
Meetings & Events
The property functions as a conference center with convention facilities and meeting rooms accommodating up to 2,200 guests. This scale makes it suitable for large events as well as smaller meetings.
Nearby Attractions
Family-friendly options nearby include Red Oaks Waterpark (about 6.0 km) and Dodge Park (about 5.2 km), along with LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium (about 9.0 km). For museums and cultural stops, Cranbrook Art Museum and Cranbrook Institute of Science are each about 18.1 km away; Detroit Zoo is about 12.7 km away.
Best for
This hotel suits families and groups who want on-site entertainment, thanks to the indoor water park with pools, waterslides, and a lazy river, plus rooms that include microwaves and minifridges for easy meals. It also works well for conferences and large gatherings, with meeting space for up to 2,200 guests and a location on a commercial street with shops and restaurants nearby.
Travel tips
If you plan to visit nearby attractions, note that Red Oaks Waterpark (~6.0 km) and Dodge Park (~5.2 km) are closer day-trip options than Cranbrook’s museums (~18.1 km) or Meadow Brook Hall (~19.6 km). For budgeting, keep a close eye on your rate details at check-in and on your confirmation to avoid surprises. Bringing groceries can be practical here since rooms include a microwave and minifridge.
What guests say
Guests frequently comment positively on the service and overall atmosphere, describing staff interactions as pleasant. Practical in-room features like microwaves and minifridges are valued for saving money and simplifying meals. At the same time, some reviews indicate the facility feels worn or dated in places. A recurring concern is pricing clarity at check-in, with at least some guests reporting discrepancies between expected and final rates.
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