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Check availability on Detroit Historic Hotels

Tonight
Aug 7 - Aug 8
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Aug 8 - Aug 9
This weekend
Aug 7 - Aug 9
Next weekend
Aug 14 - Aug 16

Our top choices for Detroit historic hotels

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Lobby
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1. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby
Downtown Detroit
United States
Myrtle Faye
NT$4,469
NT$5,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby
Business center
Staircase
Exterior
Building design

2. The Inn on Ferry Street

The Inn on Ferry Street
Cultural Center
United States
Theresa
NT$4,419
NT$5,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Inn on Ferry Street
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Top Detroit Hotel Reviews

Atheneum Suite Hotel

Atheneum Suite Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great spacious room"
Stephanie 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Atheneum Suite Hotel
Hollywood Casino at Greektown

Hollywood Casino at Greektown

10/10 Excellent
"Nice casino"
George 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hollywood Casino at Greektown
Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

10/10 Excellent
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Karl 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel
Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown by IHG

Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good
"Solid choice. Not exceptional"
Charles 6-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hotel Indigo Detroit Downtown by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Detroit?
Tourists love the fascinating historical sites they find on a trip to Detroit. And while you're here, you can check out the entertainment choices and great live music.
What's the best place to stay in Detroit that's close to historical sites?
Based on our travel expertise, The Inn on Ferry Street is a top historic hotel bookable on Expedia and it features free WiFi. Detroit Windsor Tunnel is a short 9-minute drive away. If you're interested in local history, another option for your trip is DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby.
How many historically relevant hotels are located in Detroit?
In Detroit, there are 2344 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 2 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.
What are the most important historical places and other sights in Detroit?
Detroit is notable for landmarks like Guardian Building, Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts, and Detroit Masonic Temple. Known for its theaters and live music, cultural venues include Henry Ford Museum, Saint Andrews Hall, and Detroit Opera House. Other popular sights include Ford Field and Comerica Park.
What is a historic hotel like in Detroit?
A historic hotel gives guests an opportunity to stay in a building recognized with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Detroit usually retain authentic characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasize the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the place's cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Detroit have modern facilities?
Yes. Every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Guests should expect the popular amenities you'd get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. In Detroit, booking a historic hotel doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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