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MotorCity Casino Hotel

2901 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI

4.4/5Excellent! (5,230 reviews)

"This hotel was clean and the management was professional. The rooms are really spacious. There was plenty of amenities within the hotel but nothing really to do around it."…"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2020

DoubleTree by Hilton Bloomfield Hills Detroit

39475 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI

4.5/5Wonderful! (182 reviews)

"I loved the experience the hotel was beautiful and in a great location I will be visiting again soon"…"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2020

Hampton Inn & Suites Allen Park

16400 Southfield Rd, Allen Park, MI

4.2/5Very Good! (151 reviews)

"Loved my stay room was very clean and beautiful...will definitely stay again"…"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2020

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Detroit Motels for the Frugal Traveler

There are 18 economical motels in Detroit among more than 470 lodging choices. When you pick one of these budget accommodations, you might not have many of the amenities found in a traditional hotel but you'll save more money to use for your vacation.

By saving on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Detroit. Not-to-be-missed sights include Cobo Center, GM Renaissance Center, and Greektown Casino.

Fun fact: The word "motel" was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel. Often just a story or two, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot.

Listed below are some of Expedia customers' recommended Detroit motels to choose from:

Rivertown Inn & Suites Downtown Detroit

Stay within a 5-minute drive of GM Renaissance Center and Greektown Casino.
Enjoy the in-room free WiFi, and freebies including breakfast, parking, and an area shuttle.

Hotel Royal Oak

A restaurant along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.
It's located within a quick 5-minute drive of Detroit Zoo.

Motel 6 Detroit Northeast - Madison Heights

Enjoy access to the free parking and laundry facilities, as well as room amenities like WiFi.
Stay within a 10-minute drive of Detroit Zoo and Somerset Collection.

Allen Park Motor Lodge

It's located within a 10-minute drive of Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village.
Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay.

Super 8 by Wyndham Canton/Livonia Area

Stay within a 20-minute drive of Henry Ford Museum and Eastern Michigan University.
Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Things to Do in Detroit

Those who've visited Detroit love the entertainment and live music. Enjoy all there is to see and do in this vibrant, historical area while you're sightseeing.

Here are some popular places:

Cobo Center
GM Renaissance Center
Greektown Casino

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

Belle Isle
Detroit Riverwalk
Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory

You'll find these family-friendly attractions:

Detroit Zoo
Greenfield Village
SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium

Detroit is also notable for its:

Architecture
Casino gaming
Skyscrapers
Sports

Best Time to Visit Detroit

Determine the optimal time to visit Detroit by looking over these seasonal weather details:

The hottest months are typically July and June, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 51° F and nighttime temperatures average 20° F
April-June: 82° F is the daytime average and 34° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 83° F and nighttime averages are around 50° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 66° F during the day and 22° F at night
Average rainfall is 31.34 inches in a year

How to Get to Detroit and Around the Area

Detroit Transportation
Name	Type	Distance
Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal)	Airport	5.8 mi (9.3 km)
Windsor, ON (YQG)	Airport	6 mi (9.6 km)
Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)	Airport	17.2 mi (27.7 km)
Cadillac Center Station	Metro Station	0.2 mi (0.2 km)
Financial District Station	Metro Station	0.2 mi (0.3 km)
Millender Center Station	Metro Station	0.3 mi (0.4 km)
Detroit Station	Train Station	2.9 mi (4.6 km)
Dearborn Station	Train Station	9.8 mi (15.7 km)
Royal Oak Station	Train Station	12 mi (19.4 km)

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Detroit?

Because you’ll save on your room, you can make the most of what Detroit has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Cobo Center, GM Renaissance Center, and Greektown Casino.

What is a motel?

When you stay at a motel, you’re likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Detroit?

Motel 6 Madison Heights, MI - Detroit Northeast: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Somerset Collection and Detroit Zoo. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Rivertown Inn & Suites Downtown Detroit: Room amenities like free WiFi are included, along with freebies like breakfast, parking, and an area shuttle. You’ll be located within a 5-minute drive of GM Renaissance Center and Greektown Casino. Allen Park Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 20-minute drive of Henry Ford Museum and MGM Grand Detroit Casino. Rodeway Inn: It’s located within a short 10-minute drive of Detroit Zoo. A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Hotel Royal Oak: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Royal Oak Music Theatre and Detroit Zoo. Enjoy access to the coffee in the lobby, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

What can I do in Detroit?

Check out the entertainment choices and great live music in this historical area while you’re sightseeing. Some popular places to visit include Cobo Center, GM Renaissance Center, and Greektown Casino. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Campus Martius Park, Detroit Riverwalk, and Belle Isle. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Greenfield Village, Detroit Zoo, and SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium. Some historical places you might want to see include Masonic Temple, Guardian Building, and Old St. Mary’s Church.

What's the weather like in Detroit?

The hottest months are usually July and June with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. Average annual rainfall for Detroit is 31 inches.

How can I get around Detroit?

Fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which is located 17.2 mi (27.7 km) away. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal), which is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) away. You can take advantage of metro transit at Campus Martius Station, Congress Street Station, and Cadillac Center Station.