Only two things, we couldn’t get the TV working, but I guess it was because a new system was put in. It would’ve been nice if they had some juices available with the Continental breakfast.

The room was wonderful, the staff was great, having a lounge area curtain den in the parking lot was outstanding.

Stayed in August 2025

The room was generally clean and maids do very well! but the carpet is just old and dirty. Wore socks and they were so dark Think it needs to be shampooed

Location and friendly staff

Stayed in June 2025

No kitchen to serve food

It was clean

Stayed in May 2025

Minor stuff. Some extra hooks in the room would’ve helped with towels, bags, and jackets? You might catch a bit of parking lot chatter or road noise, but it's a motor lodge! All part of the fun! Absolutely nothing that took away from the overall great stay.

The location was perfect—central to the whole Metro Detroit sprawl. We easily bounced from Macomb to downtown to Novi, visiting friends and family, but the real treat was parking the car and just walking into downtown Royal Oak for dinner and drinks. Reception and housekeeping were top-notch—genuinely kind, responsive, and on it. The whole place has a fun, retro Motorlodge vibe with a cool Detroit twist—like someone restored a classic car and gave it a patio playlist.

Stayed in May 2025

Very nicely updated retro hip motel. Very clean. Staff very helpful. Breakfast is basically only muffins/pastries and coffee but there's a great breakfast cafe only 2 doors down the street. Would stay there again.

Stayed in April 2025

Loved staying there one night for a show at Royal Oak Music Theatre! It was a super quick drive or a 20-minute walk to the venue. The front desk staff were so friendly and helpful! They had a bar with lots of drinks, snacks to order, and free breakfast bagels, pastries, and coffee – would definitely stay here again!

Stayed in April 2025

the room i was in had some cobwebs & the furniture needed some dusting & cleaning. the floor wasn’t very comfortable to walk on without shoes. the bathroom was clean but the tub and tiles were very worn.

the cozy retro feel, the clean & comfortable bed, the toiletries’ fragrance, the friendly & helpful person working the desk in the lobby, & the ease of check in & out.

Stayed in April 2025

If I had to say anything I guess the room itself seamed to be missing some key items- only one bedside table and no chair available.

Staff was very pleasant and welcoming. Loved the atmosphere and swanky lobby. Very unique concept of modernizing what was once just an old motor inn style motel. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner, very lovely gentleman who went above and beyond to make us feel welcome.

Stayed in March 2025

Checked in at 2pm, and had a debate about a $25 "early" check-in fee. There was no one at the hotel, the room was ready, just waiting anyway.

Good location, fun decor

Stayed in November 2024

Breakfast options could’ve been better.

Stayed in December 2024

Included breakfast was a cheese and egg sandwich or a two dollar credit towards a breakfast.

Nice motel.

Stayed in November 2024

Shower tile could use a good scrubbing

The atmosphere of the hotel is very modern and fun

Stayed in October 2024

Fun retro vibe.

Stayed in September 2024

Walkable to the Royal Oak Music Theatre

Stayed in September 2024

Nothing. All good.

Cute, retro units. Clean. Surprisingly quiet given there were two wedding parties staying there.

Stayed in August 2024

Air conditioner wasn’t working very well. Couldn’t adjust it Also our tv hadn’t yet been updated to their apple tv system. Not their fault though. They’re a work in progress but definitely going in the right direction.

Employees were amazingly helpful and friendly!!

Stayed in September 2024

Had breakfast at the diner next door. We got a discount for staying at the hotel.

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Stayed in August 2024

The breakfast is an option of a breakfast sandwich made from sliced bread, plastic cheese and a sad egg. Crappy coffee or tea. So I don't eat gluten so it was a overfried egg with processed cheese for me. No options for vegans. Not even oatmeal. You could get 2 dollars off but the other food at the diner they send you is not good. I would suggest expanding the menu options or don't say this is breakfast included. Motel/hotel breakfast isn't usually amazing but not having different options for other diets is antiquated and misleading.

This was a nice little hotel and I appreciate a small business.

Stayed in August 2024

Rooms smelled like cigarettes

Stayed in August 2024

Everything was great.

We loved the uniqueness of the room and property. It was very inclusive and the staff were amazing.

Stayed in July 2024

Location was great. Friendly staff and a very fun vibe.

Stayed in July 2024

Could have used a chair in the room but other than that great place

Super cute! Did a great job revamping this motel

Stayed in June 2024

Tv was small

Place was updated and a nice clean room

Stayed in July 2024

Bathroom door does not close properly or lock. Just a pocket door.

Very retro - in a good way. Nice lounge area in the main building with coffee. Very friendly and attentive staff. Fun area in the middle of the outdoor lot with tables and games. Property is right off the highway in an area close to music/entertainment venues and restaurants.

Stayed in July 2024