While the presence of many big name, luxury chain hotels are largely absent here, Detroit probably wouldn’t want it any other way. Instead, there is an abundance of beautiful and hip boutique hotels in Detroit that are bursting with character and charm.
If you’re looking for a city break that’s truly memorable, you’ll find it here.
These are the seven best hotels in Detroit.
The best hotels in Detroit
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1. Detroit Foundation Hotel
The Detroit Foundation Hotel has only been open less than two years but they have made a big splash already. The hotel is in the old Detroit Fire Department Headquarters, and many facets of the department has been kept intact and is a prominent feature in this industrial yet incredibly charming hotel.
A one night stay in the old Fire Department-turned boutique hotel will cost you about $350 USD per night.
2. Shinola Hotel
Shinola Hotel is a comfortable hotel in downtown Detroit that is in a great location for travelers. The rooms here offer amazing views of the Detroit skyline and the hotel is close to alot of the great downtown restaurants.
To stay at the Shinola Hotel, it will cost you roughly $250 USD per night.
3. Atheneum Suite Hotel
Atheneum Suite Hotel a Greek-theme hotel with Greek gods paintings on display in the lobby and rooms. The rooms are spacious, with elegant marble bathrooms, great amenities, and fantastic views of downtown Detroit.
A one night stay at Atheneum will cost you about $150 USD per night.
4. Element Detroit at the Metropolitan
The Element Detroit inside the Metropolitan building in downtown Detroit is a great hotel for those on business trips to those that want to watch a baseball game. The rooms here are fully furnished and complete with kitchenettes, making this hotel the perfect place (and location) for longer-term stays.
A one night stay here will run for about $250 USD per night.
5. The Detroit Club Hotel
The Detroit Club Hotel is close to the Convention Center making this one of the best hotels for conference goers and business-people. The rooms are clean, spacious and have a contemporary feel.
$250 USD per night is what it costs to stay at the Detroit Club Hotel.
6. MGM Grand Detroit
The MGM Grand Detroit brings a taste of Las Vegas to Detroit with this hotel and casino combo. The casino as you would expect is huge but after you’re done gambling, relax in your large deluxe room.
A one night stay at this hotel will cost you about $200 USD per night.
7. Aloft Detroit at the David Whitney
Aloft Detroit is a comfortable, boutique hotel that is also close to downtown attractions. The rooms are chic and all the furnishings are contemporary with amenities that are up-to-date. Bonus is that this hotel is also pet-friendly!
If you prefer smaller, boutique hotels, try this one for roughly $250 USD per night.
