The Inn on Ferry Street

3.5 star property

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Business centre
Exterior
Building design
Lounge
Staircase

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk

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84 East Ferry Street, Detroit, MI, 84202
  • Place, Wayne State University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, College for Creative Studies
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Detroit Institute of Arts
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Smith Carriage House Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Grand Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Grand Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Inn on Ferry Street

This smoke-free hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, a fireplace at reception and a banquet hall are on-site. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Inn on Ferry Street offers 33 accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the sightseeing around The Inn on Ferry Street. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Wayne State University. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus meeting rooms.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include meeting rooms, a terrace and a fireplace at reception
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Steps from Cultural Center Historic District and Wayne State University
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of The Inn on Ferry Street, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. The historic The Inn on Ferry Street also features concierge services and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Detroit hotel is smoke free.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1886
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 75 lb per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 26.75 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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The Inn on Ferry Street Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 91 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is just such a lovely property of four historic homes in classic Midtown Detroit. Very convenient for easy access to downtown. Literally a stone's throw from Wayne State campus. We stay if wife needs care at Henry Ford Hospital, or the Amtrak Train Station. Both literally 5 minutes away. Also, here's a hidden tip: On Monday nights, 5:00-8:00pm there is a "free" Community Dinner offered at the BasBlue house next door (on the corner). It's just something they do to support the neighborhood. And the food is prepared by a guest Chef. So it is top drawer. Finally, my only "minor" criticism is that the continental breakfast offered by the Inn on Ferry Street was kinda cheap. Maybe it's better during tourist season? I heard ownership just changed over, maybe they are still pulling together. Note to Inn on Ferry - you guys should partner with your neighbors at BasBlue, since they serve a wonderful hot breakfast. Just a thought??? We do LOVE The Inn on Ferry Street!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No adjustable heat in the rooms and it was set at 62 degrees in November. I was in the room for a half hour booking another hotel and they charged me for the entire night. Very unprofessional and misleading.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris Lund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An unique opportunity to experience a 19th century Queens Anne home located in the heart of Midtown Detroit. Cultural amenities are within reach.And the ambience of the inn is warmth and engaging.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with partner
It was cold cept when banged my girl.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a one-night stay, the Inn was ideal. Close to my event, quiet, clean, and homey. I hope to come back and stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather, Vassar

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
They overbooked the Inn and they did not honor my reservation. We were hours from home without accommodations. The lady at the desk didn’t apologize and was very rude.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gal

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rufo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are hospitable. Downtown Detroit is very accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

We have stayed at this lovely and unique hotel setting on several occasions during the past 25 years. The former private homes that were redeveloped as a hotel are spectacular in architectural design with solid oak molding, stained glass windows and gorgeous public spaces. Our only complaint was the significant delay getting hot water to our third floor room. Everything else was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Maya, the front desk person, was absolutely fabuous. It is a cute and charming B & B in a great inner city location!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didn't realize the building does not have a elevator ,,,,,I have a heart problem and my room was of course on the third floor.....I was soo upset.....and also the room was not even in the first bldg I had signed in at....WOW...I had just landed from SC and had a long flight and this was the last straw....
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Antigona

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Fresh but very limited choice, no white bread nor whole wheat bread. Coffee sometimes Luke warm, not hot enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Borden

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very wonderful experience all around
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and helpful - room was clean and amenities were nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I loved the location of this room. It was close to so many museums of all kinds. It was charming and I’m so glad someone has saved this older home for many people to enjoy. Wonderful place and great breakfast, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Manav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was excellent, and everyone was very friendly. The only trouble was that the room was slightly cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashmee

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent, historic stay with superb amenities and a lovely staff. I cannot recommend it more. I feel really lucky to have stayed in such an amazing inn, and to learn about and be able to appreciate this unique place. See for yourselves and enjoy your stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The king room in which I had booked was unacceptable ,cold ,with broken blinds, carpet terribly fatigued. We downgraded to a Queen room, which was okay.. We had a stay at this site 8 years ago and found it quaint and charming. Now it's just rundown. They did offer us a refund for the downgrade. But said it would have to come from you. Since I used you as the third party. So if you contact them, they will OK the downgrade and pay you. You and in turn you can credit us. Thank you Mike
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rofeal

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025