Improving the Economic Vitality of Our Downtowns

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Knights Inn Sterling Heights
7887 17 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, Michigan

Extended Stay America - Detroit - Sterling Heights
33400 Van Dyke Ave
Sterling Heights, Michigan

Best Western Plus Sterling Inn
34911 Van Dyke Ave
Sterling Heights, Michigan

Hampton Inn & Suites Detroit/Sterling Heights
36400 Van Dyke Ave
Sterling Heights, Michigan

TownePlace Suites Detroit Sterling Heights
14800 Lakeside Cir
Sterling Heights, Michigan

Super 8 Sterling Heights/Detroit Area
34550 Van Dyke
Sterling Heights, Michigan


Hotel Tips

Bring an actual credit card to avoid deposits and pre-authorizations consuming money in your checking account which will reduce your available balance. Hotels that accept paper cash often ask for a hefty deposit to cover potential damages in your room leaving you scrambling to find an ATM.

Upon check-in, slip the desk agent a tip and ask for the best room they can find at your current booked rate. Often times a quick $10 or $20 bill can go a long way towards the mood of the person who directly decides where you lay your head for the night.

Elevators are notorious for being a nuisance so ask to be roomed on the top floor and as far away as possible. Most hotels book nearby rooms last so hopefully they have availability elsewhere.



Things To Do

Sterling Heights brings musicians together and finding your local musical instrument shop can be a great way to get to try new and used guitars. Be sure to start your search downtown if you are looking to upgrade, trade-in or add to your collection.

Sterling Heights is the place to go when you want to freshen up or replace your nails. Call ahead to schedule an appointment, pick your colors and style and let the transformation begin. Some salons offer hair styling and coloring as well as lashes and eyebrow coloring.

Sterling Heights brings a custom fit every time a shoe is bought locally. Nothing beats the hands on experience of shoe shopping to add to your collection of Men's, Women's and Children's shoes. Try them on, walk around and make sure you have the best fit as every manufacturer is a bit different on sizing.



Why Do You Love Downtown?

Kim Patrick
There is a lot of unique things to find.

Tim Dygert
Very cool stores.

Deborah Wilson
We enjoy local dining and shopping.

Sharon Wright
I like the idea of downtown merchants being more visible and that they are locally owned and operated. It's great to see what's available downtown and I look forward to the discounts as well. Being a history buff, I love see the architecture as it was back in the day which is lost in modern buildings. Downtown is charming, inviting and quaint!

Erin Lawless
The shops and bakery make it an appealing destination for people who want to keep small businesses going by enjoying those shops as well


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