Downtown Detroit hotels put visitors near the Canadian border, as well as the home fields of the Detroit Tigers and Lions sports teams. Visitors also can pay a visit to the city's legendary Coney Island restaurants, featuring a signature hot dog that has been around since 1917. Many hotel rooms in Detroit afford views of the city, as well as swift access to the riverfront.
Omni Detroit Hotel at River Place makes its home in an historical building designed to resemble a European boutique-style hotel. Guest accommodations at the hotel include both rooms and suites, many of which feature 12-foot cathedral ceilings and views of the Detroit River. Presidential suites are comprised of three levels, and have a living room with queen-size sleeper sofa and private wet bar. Services available to all guests include a concierge, evening turn-down and shoe shining. The hotel also provides equipment for in-room work outs.
Omni Detroit Hotel at River Place
1000 River Place
Detroit, MI 48207
313-259-9500
omnihotels.com
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center is located in the city's GM Renaissance building, affording swift access to Hart Plaza and Detroit's RiverWalk. Guest rooms are characterized by floor-to-ceiling windows that provide views of the Detroit River, Canada and downtown Detroit. Rooms also feature flat-screen televisions and luxury bedding. The 72-story hotel also has 100,000 square feet of meeting space, a fitness center and a sauna. A Starbucks coffee shop is located on the hotel's first floor and a restaurant on-site serves American cuisine overlooking the river.
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center
400 Renaissance Drive
Detroit, MI 48243
313-568-8000
marriott.com
Holiday Inn Express, renovated in early 2010, has more than 200 rooms outfitted in modern decor. Local attractions within one mile of the hotel include Comerica Park, Ford Field and the MGM Grand casino. Guest accommodations all offer wireless Internet access, a work desk and cable television. In addition to standard guest rooms, the hotel also has 24 suites with a kitchenette and wet bar. Other hotel services include complimentary breakfast, a 24-hour lounge and courier. An indoor swimming pool is located on the hotel's 17th floor and a fitness center is on-site.
Holiday Inn Express
1020 Washington Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48226
313-887-7000
hiexpress.com