The Southfield center point is around 2 miles east of Pebble Creek Park and 3 miles southwest of Downtown Berkley.
The most popular time to visit Southfield is during the summer months of May through August. Most kids are out of school, and parents take their families to Southfield and Greater Detroit for a vacation. This means hotels can get completely booked weeks in advance, as vacationers clamor for city and suburb accommodations.
Conversely, there are few visitors to Detroit in the fall and winter months, from September to February. This is great news for travelers arriving in the fall, when the air is crisp and guests can enjoy the colorful trees without the crowds of summer. If you're looking for a great hotel deal, October is your best bet. However, you want to make sure you visit Southfield before the first snowfall. Winters in Michigan can be brutal for visitors used to warmer climates, and you may struggle to drive, walk around, and simply stay warm if you're unaccustomed to snow.
Another good time to visit Southfield is in the spring. Most local communities host spring festivals, and the town comes alive with budding trees and blossoming flowers. Hotel prices are less on the weekends because most business travelers have gone home, so landing a hotel deal for a weekend in April can be a steal.
One more note: Detroit is a very competitive sports city. The Detroit Lions (football) and the Tigers (baseball) have had successful seasons in the past, and the Red Wings (hockey) usually make it into the playoffs. If there's a major sporting event — like a Detroit vs. Green Bay football game — most hotels in Southfield and surrounding areas can get booked full. It's best to book ahead of time just in case.
While many hotels in Southfield provided savings and value for guests, the Comfort Inn offers a 10-percent discount to AAA members. This hotel also offers free wired and wireless high speed internet and free breakfast to all guests. This hotel is known for its service and value for the money, despite the fact that it's about five miles outside of Southfield. The closest landmarks include Pebble Creek Park (just over two miles away) and the Metropolitan Detroit Jewish Community Center (about three miles away).
AARP members can save 10 percent at the Comfort Suites on rooms with two queen-sized beds or one king-sized bed. The Comfort Suites is a clean and smoke-free environment, and it boasts an exceptional fitness facility. Swimmers will be happy to know there's an indoor pool, with a hot tub for warming up during the windy Southfield winters. All rooms come with refrigerators and microwaves, which can provide additional savings to travelers who buy and cook their own food when they travel.
If you're in the military, consider the Red Roof Inn Detroit - Southfield. They offer discounts on all rooms for military and government personnel, as long as you provide a military ID at check-in. This hotel also offers cancellations up to 24 hours before check-in, so you can book this deal and keep checking for something better. The Red Roof Inn is accommodating to pets and offers free parking. It's located close to the freeway, just a few miles from Downtown Berkley and the Gospel Music Hall of Fame.
Most guests who stay at the Candlewood Suites Detroit-Southfield praise its value for the price. It's located within a mile of downtown Southfield and close to the major freeways that take visitors into Detroit or out into the countryside. It boasts a quiet atmosphere and newer appliances in each of the 121 rooms. Pets are allowed, and the multilingual staff can help answer your questions if you're visiting from outside the United States.
A Victory Hotel - Southfield also offers value to guests traveling on a budget. Guests are welcomed with a fireplace in the lobby, and there's free breakfast and free Wi-Fi in the rooms. The hotel is located near Lawrence Technological University and the Redford Theatre, right near downtown Southfield.
Michigan has so much to offer that it's a shame to stay in downtown Southfield and Detroit for your whole visit. Try to get away from the bustle of commerce or the excitement of the city to visit a few state landmarks.
Frankenmuth, Michigan, is just 90 miles from Southfield and is known as Michigan's Little Bavaria. There's plenty of Wiener Schnitzel and beer, and the architecture will make you think you just left Frankfurt instead of Detroit. This can be a great day trip if you're entertaining guests from Germany who miss home.
For a more natural getaway, drive three hours from Southfield to Cuyahoga Valley National Park. While the park is technically located in Ohio, it has waterfalls that amaze, hiking trails, and a scenic train ride around the area. If three hours seems like too far to drive, remember that the only national park in Michigan is a ten hour drive from Detroit, making Cuyahoga Valley National Park seem like a skip and a jump away.
Many people living in Southfield and Detroit have pride in the area's economy and the strength of its people, but they will also encourage you to get out and see the beautiful Michigan countryside. There's something for everyone who visits, whether you're a business traveler staying in a downtown hotel or a vacationer trying to find a spot between the city and the country.