Historic Hotels & Resorts in Downtown Detroit from NZ$259

Travellers love the significant historical sites they discover on holiday in Downtown Detroit. And while you’re here, you can check out the entertainment choices and great live music. You can also discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Based on our travel expertise, DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Detroit Masonic Temple is a short 19-minute walk away.

In Downtown Detroit, there are 69 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Downtown Detroit is notable for landmarks like Guardian Building, Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Second Baptist Church. Known for its live music and theatres, cultural venues include Detroit Opera House, Saint Andrews Hall and Fillmore Detroit. Other popular sights include Ford Field and MGM Grand Detroit Casino.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Downtown Detroit, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Downtown Detroit, you won’t be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.