"The best thing about the Drury Inn Frankenmuth is undoubtedly the location. It is wonderfully central to almost everything you’d want to see in town. Had the weather been nicer, walking the entire main strip would have been incredibly easy and fun. It's the perfect home base for exploring, with the exception of Bronner’s which is just a short drive away.
However, the stay itself fell short. My biggest grievance was the lack of transparency regarding renovations. I wasn't notified at the time of booking that the pool, hot tub, fitness center, and business center were all closed. To top it off, the sole guest washing machine was out of order.
The "5:30 Kickback" was also a letdown. While the food and drinks are free, the quality is lacking—drinks are from a gun and the only beer offered was Bud Light. The hotel relies entirely on disposables; the plastic forks actually melted in the hot food. It’s time to invest in real silverware, plates, and glassware (including actual mugs/glasses in the guest rooms).
As for the room, I loved the layout—specifically the butler’s pantry separating the sitting room from the bedroom. That said, it was quite dusty. I had to move the nightstand to plug something in, and it clearly hadn’t been cleaned behind in years. Breakfast was the standard spread (waffles, eggs, biscuits, and gravy), which was fine, but didn't make up for the lack of facilities.
Summary: Stay here for the location, but call ahead to ensure the renovations are finished and"