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525 West Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America, 48226

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby - All-suite historic hotel near Ford Field

Located in Downtown Detroit, this all-suite hotel is named a Historic Hotel of America and housed in the restored Fort Shelby building. The property is three blocks from Campus Martius, featuring outdoor concerts and winter ice-skating. Nearby points of interest include the MGM Grand Detroit Casino, Greektown, Ford Field, and the TCF Center. The hotel offers on-site dining at Motor City Kitchen and Round Bar, serving local favorites, seasonal fare, burgers, and American cuisine. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, and 21,000 square feet of conference space. The People Mover's Fort/Cass Station is a short walk away.

Additional perks of the hotel

- Late check-out (where available) - Complimentary wireless Internet access - Wedding services and group event bookings - 16 beers on tap and innovative cocktails at Round Bar - Motor City Market serving pastries, sandwiches, and Starbucks coffee - Self-parking ($34 per day) and valet parking ($44 per day) - Executive conference center with A/V services - Three wedding packages with customizable menu options

Rooms

All guestrooms are spacious suites with separate living and sleeping areas. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, a 32-inch LCD HDTV, laptop-compatible safes, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Some suites feature iPod docks and sofa beds. Air conditioning and tea/coffee makers are provided in all units.

Other conveniences

- Ironing facilities and heating - HBO available on flat-screen TVs - Digital Key access - Streaming entertainment options - Connecting rooms available - Non-smoking policy (smoking fee: $250)

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One-Bedroom Queen Suite

Max:

6 persons

605 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Air conditioning

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One-Bedroom King Suite

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4 persons

605 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Air conditioning

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Corner Queen Suite

Max:

6 persons

650 sq. feet

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1 King Size Bed

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Transportation Options

City Center

Detroit2300 ft

Airports

Detroit Metro (DTW) 23.4 mi

Bishop International (FNT) 68.4 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

USD 32 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Valet parking
Dry cleaning

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
HBO available

Hotel Location

525 West Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America, 48226

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525 West Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America, 48226

City landmarks

Stadiums

Comerica Park

3800 ft

Casinos

Greektown Casino

4300 ft

800 Woodward Ave corner of Michigan Avenue

Campus Martius Park

2100 ft

2211 Woodward Ave

Fox Theatre

3700 ft

Museums

Detroit Institute of Arts

2.2 mi

Market

Eastern Market

1.4 mi

Square

Philip A. Hart Plaza

3500 ft

500 Griswold St #1600

The Guardian Building

2600 ft

Monroe Street

Greektown

4000 ft

Tower

GM Renaissance Center

4500 ft

Stadiums

Joe Louis Arena

2400 ft

600 Renaissance Ctr

Detroit RiverFront

1.0 mi

Stadiums

Ford Field

4900 ft

Events

TCF Center

3500 ft

Store

The Fillmore Detroit

3900 ft

Events

Saint Andrews Hall

3800 ft

Detroit

Detroit Downtown

2500 ft

Broadway Theatre

Gem Theater

4300 ft

Museums

Museum of African-American History

2.1 mi

Stadiums

Little Caesars Arena

1.1 mi

100 E Jefferson Ave

Detroit-Windsor Tunnel

4200 ft

Events

Music Hall Center

4200 ft

5 Woodward Ave

Joe Louis Monument

4400 ft

500 Temple St

Masonic Temple Theater

1.0 mi

2 Woodward Ave

The Spirit of Detroit

4400 ft

Casinos

Caesars Windsor

116.5 mi

Riverside Drive West

Windsor Riverfront

116.6 mi

401 Pitt St W

Adventure Bay Family Water Park

116.9 mi

Nearby

Michigan Ave.

Michigan Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument

1900 ft

Cobo Convention Center

1800 ft

Restaurants

Cobo Joe's

1100 ft

422 W Congress St

Big City Bar and Grill

1300 ft

1020 Washington Blvd

The Apparatus Room

1900 ft

250 W Larned St Detroit Foundation Hotel

24 Grille

1500 ft

204 Michigan Ave

Fort Street Gallery Bar

1600 ft

160 W Fort St

24Grille

1700 ft

1114 Washington Blvd at the Westin Book Cadillac Detroit

Brome Modern Eatery

1800 ft

607 Shelby St Suite 100

Dime Store

1800 ft

719 Griswold St Suite 180

Maru Sushi & Grill

1700 ft

160 W Fort St

Motor Bar

1700 ft

1114 Washington Blvd Westin Book Cadillac Hotel

Boulevard Room

1700 ft

1114 Washington Blvd Westin Book Cadillac Hotel

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

84%

loved it & would return

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

7.7

Service

9.0

Dining

7.3

Earl

United States of America, April 2024

8.8/10

I had a great stay at the hotel! The rooms were modern, spacious, and clean, with all the right details like proper glasses and lots of towels. However, parking was not included with the reservation, which was a bit inconvenient. The service was beyond pleasant and helpful, making my stay even better.

Rooms

9.0

I was impressed with the modern, spacious, and clean rooms. They had all the right details like proper glasses and lots of towels.

Service

10.0

The service was top-notch, incredibly friendly, and super helpful. They made my stay very comfortable and enjoyable.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located in Downtown Detroit, within short walking distance of all the action but in the quiet Fort/Cass area. It was a pleasant stay overall, although the surrounding buildings were not very attractive on a Friday afternoon.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was a bit on the pricey side, but the quality was excellent. The home-made pastry was a delightful treat.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were well-maintained, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Hal

United States of America, January 2024

7.4/10

The hotel was a pleasant surprise with spacious and comfortable rooms, ideal for accommodating a family of five. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff willing to make our stay comfortable. The location was convenient for exploring Detroit, although not in the immediate downtown area. The dining options were satisfactory, but there were some discrepancies in the pricing. Overall, a good value for money stay.

Rooms

9.0

My room, even though not the one I booked, was very spacious and comfortable. It easily accommodated all five of us with its separate living area, large bedroom, and essential amenities like a TV, closet, and ironing facilities.

Service

8.0

The service was excellent, and the staff went out of their way to ensure our comfort, even moving us to a quieter room upon request. However, there was an incident where a staff member seemed frustrated with a booking issue.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location, just five blocks from Detroit's main attractions, was convenient for exploring the city. Although not right by the waterfront, it was within walking distance to most places, and the shuttle service was a plus.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was decent overall, but there were some pricing discrepancies that could be misleading. The food quality was reasonable, but there were limitations in the offered 'buffet' options.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers essential facilities like dry cleaning and valet parking. It could improve on the dining experience and provide clearer pricing information.

Richard

United States of America, November 2023

7.8/10

Staying at this hotel was a nice experience overall. The rooms were decent but could do with some renovations. The service was excellent, with courteous staff providing dining suggestions and directions. The location was convenient for exploring downtown Detroit, although it was a bit far from the waterfront areas. The dining was good, especially the great service provided by the attentive waitress. The facilities were adequate but could use some updating.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were nice, with a sitting area and a separate bathroom. They could do with some renovations.

Service

9.0

The service was amazing, with staff being courteous and providing helpful recommendations.

Location

8.0

The location was great for getting around downtown Detroit, close to many attractions and People Mover station.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good overall, with excellent service despite some limitations in the menu offerings.