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

8.4 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

8.0 out of 10
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Queen

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Smith Carriage House Suite

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Queen

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Full

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe King

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Deluxe Queen

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  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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  • 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
Map
84 East Ferry Street, Detroit, MI, 84202

What's nearby

  • 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 km
  • Detroit Institute of Arts
    Detroit Institute of Arts
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • College for Creative Studies
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Michigan Science Center
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

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
  • Luggage storage, books, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • 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: 4:00 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 is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 4:00 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Inn on Ferry Street Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 110 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Cool old home. Fun to stay in such a beautiful old home. Onsite parking was very helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting CCS and also right next to a Q line stop so very easy to get downtown. Very safe area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The buildings are beautiful, if in need of some maintenance, which is planned. The location is great - right by DIA and Wayne State and on the free streetcar line. The neighborhood and property felt very safe. Parking was on site for a reasonable fee. The staff were friendly and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location convenient to local restaurants and coffee shops. Close to downtown. Quiet area and bed was comfortable. Unique, Victorian charm. Easy and safe parking. Will definitely be back. Convenient affordability.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Quiet and peaceful. Accommodating for sure. Small problem with the heater in our room. Otherwise solid. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARIE

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, quiet, very basic amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
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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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
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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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

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

6/10 Okay

Auli

Liked: Cleanliness
I picked the Inn because I love staying in properties like this. The room was nice but starting to show poorer shape. - the shades did not work well and make the room very dark (no sheers), bathroom was lacking hooks and adequate surfaces. The property promised breakfast but it was not available other than Sunday, the water jug wasn't changed for a day and there was no room cleaning at all for 3 days. I lost my electronic key and the front desk found one. All in all, a nice property which needs renovation and the staff more training. The buildings and location (and free parking) are great but you still have to deliver hospitality. I would not recommend for busines visitor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

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