Corktown, MI

Detroit

Detroit old train station under renovation in December 2019. Iconic building in downtown Detroit, Michigan
Detroit old train station under renovation in December 2019. Iconic building in downtown Detroit, Michigan
The view from the patio of Green Dot Stables is of the backside of the currently abandoned and forever in some state of rehabilitation, Michigan Central Station.

The station opened in 1913 and remained operational until 1988. At the time of its construction, it was the tallest rail station in the world.

A personal connection to this building would be that my father shipped out from this station to Marine boot camp after being drafted in the Korean War.

A return trip for more photos and further exploration is definitely on the horizon.
I'd heard about Detroit and the buildings abandoned from the declining economy. None more majestic nor haunting though than this epic train station.
Abandoned relic

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Corktown Hotel Deals

The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton

The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton

4 out of 5
1401 Michigan Avenue Detroit MI
$115 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$133 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,841 reviews)
Everything was wonderful. My one complaint is that FOX news was on the television in the lobby. Terrible choice.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton
Trumbull and Porter Hotel

Trumbull and Porter Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1331 Trumbull St Detroit MI
$78 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$89 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Clean room, polite and helpful staff

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

Trumbull and Porter Hotel
Hollywood Casino at Greektown

Hollywood Casino at Greektown

4 out of 5
1200 Saint Antoine St Detroit MI
$155 nightly
The price is $180 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$180 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,997 reviews)
Staff was good was not very clean in the bathroom

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Hollywood Casino at Greektown
MotorCity Casino Hotel

MotorCity Casino Hotel

4.5 out of 5
2901 Grand River Ave Detroit MI
$167 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$194 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,513 reviews)
Clean room and helpful staff

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

MotorCity Casino Hotel
Atheneum Suite Hotel

Atheneum Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Brush Avenue Detroit MI
$165 nightly
The price is $191 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$191 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
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Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,092 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was ni

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Atheneum Suite Hotel
The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

4 out of 5
1509 Broadway St. Detroit MI
$134 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$151 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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Stay at this hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,800 reviews)
The room was very clean and comfortable! The products in the room had a sent my wife loved. Needless to say I am buying her some for her up coming birthday!! The location was fantastic for a total walkable experience to all event venues and restaurants!!!! We will defiantly be back for our next date ...

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Corktown

Detroit city skyline view from Belle Isle Park.

North Corktown

While North Corktown might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like MotorCity Casino and Michigan Central.

North Corktown
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Downtown Detroit

4/5(1,947 area reviews)

Central business district meets residential area, Downtown Detroit boasts historic architecture, skyscrapers, and parks. Explore attractions like Campus Martius Park, Fox Theatre, and Detroit Riverwalk, with convenient transport options nearby.

Downtown Detroit
One of magnificent old churches in Detroit

Brush Park

Brush Park might not have many top sights, but Little Caesars Arena and Orchestra Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Brush Park
Greektown Historic District

Greektown Historic District

Indulge in authentic Greek cuisine at various themed restaurants and visit the Hollywood Casino while exploring this district. Easily accessible via the Detroit People Mover station at Beaubien Street.

Greektown Historic District
Historic buildings in Downtown Detroit - Michigan, United States

Midtown

4.5/5(113 area reviews)

Historic districts and cultural attractions abound in this area, with highlights like the Detroit Institute of Arts and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. Independent retail outlets are on the rise, especially along the Cass Corridor.

Midtown
Very cool

Lafayette Park

While Lafayette Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hollywood Casino at Greektown and Ford Field.

Lafayette Park


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