Why didn't I read all the reviews before booking? SMH.
I checked into this property late, after midnight, due to a delayed flight, and after getting some rest, I checked out that same morning. Again, you've been warned.
This location doesn't create an environment that makes you feel relaxed and secure. Unprofessional hotel staff (rude af), hotel elevator was dirty/unswept) and had spilled liquor on the floor; you could smell it (tequila), an unclean room, the toilet didn't flush, the microwave wasn't clean, long hair strands on the comforter and pillow(s), loud guests (conversations/yelling/laughing) in the halls/guests slamming room doors - walls are very thin, strong smell of marijuana throughout hotel. Honestly, it made me feel like I was going to get robbed in the middle of the night.
Spoke with Dominic, who informed me that since I didn't book directly, they couldn't accommodate me for the remaining days. I'd have to reach out to my OTA. And had I booked "per day," and not prepaid, they'd be able to refund the unused days-verbatim, his words. And I'll need to reach out to my OTA for the refund, because it's out of their [Comfort Suites Southfield/Detroit] hands. His mentioning renting it per day would explain why I saw other reviews posted here about people "living" in this hotel.
So, I contact my OTA, and they say they'll reach out to Comfort Suites regarding the refund. They got back to me and said Dominic said no refund. And since Dominic said no refund, my OTA couldn't help. Hmmm...
Luckily, I was still in the parking lot... just in case. So, I went back in and spoke with Dominic. Then, suddenly, he remembered the hotel's cancellation policy and insisted that my OTA issue the refund. When I politely asked about not mentioning it before our first conversation, he shrugged. Then told me to reach out to his General Manager, Devon Dallo, and that she'd be back on Monday.
At this juncture, it's the "pointing of the fingers of who's at fault" game.
I finally speak to Devon, and she informs me that since I didn't give them a chance to rectify the issue, I won't be receiving compensation. Realistically, there's no way you could rectify a guest feeling unsafe staying in this hotel. When I mentioned my grievances to Dominic upon checking out, he never offered to "rectify the issue." He was very nonchalant and professional about everything.
Bottom Line... Comfort Suites should've handled this, prioritizing guest safety through cleanliness protocols and responsive customer service. I felt unheard regarding my safety and comfort issues. And let's not mention the big [expletive] bump I woke up to on my elbow. They can't even control the bugs/pests.
Lastly, based on the trending responses I've seen to these reviews from General Manager Devon Dallo, this one wouldn't require a response. This review is my honest feedback on my experience while staying at this Comfort Suites by Choice Hotels location, and any reply would simply acknowledge and admit that Comfort Suites Southfield/Detroit is at fault for my review. read more