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Downtowner Motel

110 Shelden Ave, Houghton, MI
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Ranked #7 of 7 hotels in Houghton
3.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
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Traverse City, Michigan, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

At the last minute on graduation weekend we had to book rooms here sight unseen for $108 per room per night. We thought we were coming to pick up our son, but turned out he got a summer internship instead. So pick-up turned into visit. First of all I am not a snob, we usually stay at the Travel lodge... More

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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39 reviews 39 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2011
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The hotel is in a great location so I gave this average rating (or I would have rated 2 stars). This motel is old style, rooms haven't been updated, beds were soft, TV's old. On the positive side, location is right near the bridge on the water so views were great. Your right down town so you can walk to... More

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Detroit, Michigan
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 August 2011
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We stayed here one night during our week long trip to Michigan's UP. We wanted to experience non-traditional, run-of-the-mill chain hotels on this trip. The Downtowner is a throw back to the 1970s, which was fun. The room was clean, with dated but not worn out furniture. The bed was comfortable. Small bathroom. We were on the second floor and... More

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Waterloo, Canada
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2009
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A Mom and Pop motel run by good people. The motel is cheap, central and very clean, what else can you ask for? Sure, the decorations is dated, but that adds to the charm. If you are looking for a bed, good coffee in the morning and free internet the Downtowner is for you. More

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dayton oh
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81 reviews 81 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 June 2009
5
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Independent motel. Great location; great price; clean; why go to a chain motel when you can go here? More

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