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The Inn on Ferry Street

3.5 star property
Savor each moment by enjoying continental breakfast in this charming setting. Then relax by a warm fire or stroll through beautiful gardens.

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Step into The Inn on Ferry Street, a historic boutique hotel near Wayne State University, where continental breakfast and a charming garden await. Enjoy the cozy fireplace in the lobby or unwind on the serene terrace while staying connected with WiFi; past guests rave about the delicious breakfast, helpful staff, and excellent property condition.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Executive King | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive King

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Smith Carriage House Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Smith Carriage House Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Queen | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Full | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Full

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe King | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe King

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Queen | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Suite

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Two Queen Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Two Queen Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Cultural Center, a neighborhood in Detroit, The Inn on Ferry Street is near a metro station. Detroit Historical Museum and Detroit Institute of Arts are cultural highlights, while Cultural Center Historic District is a notable landmark. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Little Caesars Arena or Comerica Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Detroit travel guide
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84 East Ferry Street, Detroit, MI, 84202

What's nearby

  • Detroit Institute of Arts
    Cultural Center Historic District
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • We needed some comfort food so we headed over to Maccabees in Midtown. I'd say we found it - Potato pancake sandwich filled with corned beef.
    Wayne State University
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Detroit Institute of Arts
    Detroit Institute of Arts
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • College for Creative Studies
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Michigan Science Center
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ferry Street Station
    2 min walk
  • Detroit Station
    13 min walk
  • Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Supercrisp
    10 min walk
  • The Potato Place
    10 min walk
  • Ima
    10 min walk
  • Shield's Restaurant Bar Pizzeria
    7 min walk
  • Towers Cafe
    11 min walk

About this property

The Inn on Ferry Street

Historic boutique hotel near Wayne State University
Located close to College for Creative Studies and Detroit Historical Museum, The Inn on Ferry Street provides a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Books, coffee/tea in the lobby, and games
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Heating, limited housekeeping, and phones

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 available

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 75 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 26.75 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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-authorize 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Inn on Ferry Street pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn on Ferry Street?

As of Feb 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn on Ferry Street on Feb 24, 2026 start from $120.21, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Inn on Ferry Street?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Inn on Ferry Street?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Inn on Ferry Street located?

Located in Cultural Center, this historic hotel is steps from Cultural Center Historic District, Wayne State University, and College for Creative Studies. Detroit Historical Museum and Detroit Institute of Arts are also within 5 minutes. Ferry Street Station is only a 2-minute walk and Warren Avenue Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

The Inn on Ferry Street Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spacious and very comfortable! Parking easy. Quiet comfortable beautiful Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is stunning. Very well kept and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIE

Room was spotless and bed was so comfortable. I slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Inn was so cute, breakfast pastries were delicious, Inn staff were so friendly. Such a hidden gem of Detroit! Would stay there again! ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Dec 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

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to Woodward Ave & the Qline transit. Safe & quiet neighborhood. Convenient parking in back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful old buildings. Was VERY cold. They did have a space heater in the room. It is going to be renovated this year and it needs it. Miss the previous ownership's awesome breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris

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

Rufo

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property and setup. Staff was great, room was lovely, and free breakfast is always a win!
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

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

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful buildings, well maintained and renovated. Good amenities and breakfast. Good location near the QLine and the institute of art. Friendly welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

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

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Attentive staff. Good fresh fruit and variety.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice variety at breakfast. Parking was easy and fee was reasonable. The bed and bedding was incredibly comfortable!! the temperature of the room was a bit hard to regulate, too cool for the first snow day of the season.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic buildings in a quiet neighborhood. Main lobby common room is a very inviting & comfortable space to relax. Staff was friendly & helpful with information. Delicious breakfast with a variety of offerings. Floors are creaky and walls thin since buildings are old, so can be a bit noisy when other guests are moving around. Great place to stay outside of busy downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room. Comfortable beds. Dingy carpet. No refrigerator. No ice bucket. No hangers in the closet (was resolved) and no wine key. If you bring wine be sure to have an opener. It's a charming old building but could use an update or two. Complimentary coffee and pastries are a nice touch. Overall experience 8/10
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

steve

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The room clean and in great condition but to get there required that we haul our luggage up a narrow stairway to the 3rd floor. The staff was not welcoming and did not seem very interested in our welfare. The Ferry Inn was more like an AirBNB than an Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall all a good experience: beautiful property in a centralized location. I dealt with a pushy, rude employee (I think she was a manager) who aggressively try to persuade me against booking on Hotels.com, even as Hotel.com quoted me a price that $50 a night lower. Otherwise, the staff I met at the property in-person were kind and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable, but the carpet and some of the furniture seemed a little worn and perhaps should be replaced. Not a big deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was very friendly but they no longer have the concierge van service to the nearby attractions. That's why we like to stay there. The rooms are quiet so that's a plus. I am allergic to lemongrass and that was the only scent they had for all the soap products. An unscented option would be great for special needs. The bathroom walls were filthy around the sink and there was no extra toilet paper. It was almoat gone when we arrived and the back up was in the closet out in the main room. Last thing i want to do is change toilet paper or not have any in the moment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My wife and I travelled to Detroit to see Matt Rife perform. We found the Inn during our online search for accommodation. It lived up to its' reviews as the building(s) are beautiful and full of rich architecture. The check in experience was very efficient but I believe it was aided by the email the Inn sent ahead of time to 'pre-check-in'. Accessing the room was simple and our entire stay, we never heard any noises from other tenants. There were three rooms on each floor of the house we stayed in so the privacy was an unexpected bonus. In terms of the bed, it was acceptable however my wife's side had a noticeable dip but that didnt affect our sleep. The chair in the room on the other hand was likely the most comfortable chair ive found at a hotel. It is conveniently located to Downtown Detroit and i was thoroughly impressed throughout the entire stay. Breakfast was as expected. It was continental and it offered plenty of variety. Service was great throughout and i strongly endorse staying!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Amber

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this in August for the late December. One of the amenities we look for is a free continental breakfast, which this place had and was highly rated. We received an email FOUR days before check in stating that they are no longer serving breakfast. Not giving us enough time to find somewhere else to stay without paying a fortune. Pros: -Every member of the staff we interacted with was really nice! -Room was a comfortable temperature and stayed that way during the duration of our stay. -Water cooler in entryway that can do hot or cold. Plus a Keurig. -Great water pressure as long as you're an early bird. Otherwise the water pressure and temperature fluctuates by quite a bit. -Great location! 10-15 minutes (at most) away from a majority of the places we visited. -Quiet street, little to no road noise with only rare sirens being heard. Cons: -The house we stayed in did not have a door directly from the parking lot. You had to walk with all your luggage up the side of the house and use a walkway to get to the front door. The walkaway to the house we stayed in wasn't a solid path and was very uneven. -Stains on the carpet everywhere. -The room we stayed in was on the 1st floor and directly to the right as soon as you stepped in to the entry way. The crack under the double doors to our room is huge. -Noise carries throughout the building. -The mattress was uneven and very soft. -Only one outlet could hold a standard phone charger.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient walking distance to the DIA. Desk folks were pleasant. Room has a nice and warm space heater. There were pastries/muffins (so-so) on Sunday morning. We headed down to Eastern Market to Farmer Franks for breakfast.
Windon on stairs to our room. Property is made up of four separate houses and the carriage house (arch photo)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026