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A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a bar stocked with bottles. There are large windows and a view of the outside.

A restaurant interior with wooden paneling, leather booths, and hanging spherical lights.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fireplace, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a large window providing a view of the city.

1. ROOST Detroit

Downtown Detroit, 3.2 km from Wayne State University

Pamela

Rp3.837.384

Rp4.941.019 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a balcony with a city view.

A kitchen with a large window, a stainless steel sink, and wooden paneling.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of trees.

A corner seating area with a table and bench, large windows with a view of trees, and a fireplace.

2. El Moore Lodge

Midtown, 1.1 km from Wayne State University

Ashley

Rp3.017.636

Rp3.228.862 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling, a bar counter, and seating.

A modern interior with a long orange bench, white tables, and green chairs.

A modern reception desk with two computer monitors, a keyboard, and a mouse. There are books and decorative items on the shelves behind the desk.

A theater with rows of wooden seats, a stage with red curtains, and ornate architectural details.

3. AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle

Brush Park, 1.7 km from Wayne State University

Bradley

Rp3.336.624

Rp3.770.385 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A rooftop restaurant with a city view, modern design, and outdoor seating.

A modern interior with large windows, a view of a bridge, and a circular wall art piece.

A hotel entrance with a brick facade, double doors, and illuminated signage.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a TV, and a bar area.

4. The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton

Corktown, 3 km from Wayne State University

roxanna

Rp2.325.979

Rp2.698.136 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a prominent tower and a modern building with a green facade.

A dining area with a table set for four, a large arched window, and a cityscape view.

A spacious lobby with a polished floor, large arched windows, and modern lighting fixtures.

A spacious lounge area with a dark blue wall, large windows, a leather sofa, round tables, and chairs.

5. Element by Marriott Detroit at The Metropolitan

Downtown Detroit, 3.1 km from Wayne State University

Anthony

Rp4.543.488

Rp5.134.141 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A grand hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple floors, and ornate architectural details.

A grand architectural ceiling with intricate designs and a large skylight.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a grand staircase, and a large clock on the ceiling.

A living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a leather ottoman.

6. Hotel David Whitney, Autograph Collection

Downtown Detroit, 3 km from Wayne State University

Maria

Rp5.040.432

Rp5.695.688 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, a sofa, and a table with flowers.

A long dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and pendant lighting.

A warmly lit room with a round table, two chairs, a chandelier, and a floral arrangement.

A cozy lounge area with a red sofa, a blue armchair, and a small table with books. A large potted plant and a wall-mounted lamp are also visible.

7. The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

Downtown Detroit, 3.1 km from Wayne State University

Daniel

Rp3.074.841

Rp3.474.570 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a large floral arrangement, and a seating area with sofas and a coffee table.

A spacious banquet hall with multiple tables set for dining, large windows, and a modern chandelier.

A modern bathroom with granite countertops, wooden vanity, and a large mirror with a lighted frame.

A casino with slot machines and a vibrant, illuminated ceiling.

8. MotorCity Casino Hotel

North Corktown, 2.1 km from Wayne State University

Melissa

Rp3.002.074

Rp3.482.407 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A wooden staircase with a chandelier at the bottom.

A classic interior with ornate furniture, a grand chandelier, and a large floral painting.

A kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a marble countertop, and a sink. There are various bottles and glasses on the counter.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a spiral staircase, and a large painting on the wall.

9. The Inn at 97 Winder

Brush Park, 2.4 km from Wayne State University

Beth

Rp3.435.836

Rp3.676.345 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A stone building with a large wooden door and a pointed roof.

A grand staircase with ornate woodwork and a wooden chair at the bottom.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, patterned carpet, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A bay window with curtains, a cushioned bench, and a view of a house through the window.

10. The Inn on Ferry Street

0.6 km from Wayne State University

cassidy

Rp2.431.920

Rp3.076.913 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a counter with a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern bar area with a curved ceiling and purple lighting, bar stools, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a lion statue.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck.

11. MGM Grand Detroit

Downtown Detroit, 3 km from Wayne State University

Constance

Rp3.550.160

Rp4.614.852 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a pink chair, a white coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window with blinds, and a door leading to another room.

A multi-story brick building with a central entrance, large windows, and a parking area with cars.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and wooden flooring.

12. Your Cozy One Bedroom Detriot

0.9 km from Wayne State University

Rp3.105.900

Rp14.036.476 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Hyatt Place" and "Regis" above it.

A modern bar area with wooden ceiling beams, multiple seating options including bar stools and round tables, and a variety of beverages and snacks available.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a grey sofa, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

13. Hyatt Place Detroit Royal Oak

16.1 km from Wayne State University

Dee Ann

Rp2.697.696

Rp2.980.954 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern bar area with a variety of seating options, including bar stools and cushioned chairs, and a large bar counter with a well-stocked selection of bottles.

A hotel room with two beds, a city view, a desk, and a chair.

A modern lounge with leather chairs, a patterned rug, and a large window with a red building view.

A historic building with a prominent corner entrance, large windows, and a brick facade.

14. Detroit Foundation Hotel

Downtown Detroit, 3.8 km from Wayne State University

scott

Rp3.492.068

Rp4.071.521 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A restaurant with outdoor seating, a neon sign, and a covered patio area.

A modern living room with a staircase, blue sofas, a coffee table, and a large circular artwork on the wall.

A bar area with a bartender, a well-stocked bar counter, and bar stools.

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, a clock, and a view of the sky through a window.

15. Shinola Hotel

Downtown Detroit, 3.2 km from Wayne State University

Robert

Rp6.194.052

Rp7.563.665 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a television, and a mirror.

A parking lot with multiple cars, a building with blue doors, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a television.

16. Riviera motel

16.1 km from Wayne State University

Chico

Rp1.197.990

Rp1.281.938 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A spacious lobby with large potted plants, modern chandeliers, and a marble wall.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and abundant indoor plants.

A lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a sign for CAMBRIA Detroit Downtown Valet.

A modern hotel facade with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a clear view of the street.

17. Cambria Hotel Detroit Downtown

Downtown Detroit, 3.5 km from Wayne State University

Denise

Rp2.699.471

Rp3.144.884 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple dining tables, and a grand piano.

A large banquet hall with multiple tables set for a formal event, featuring floral centerpieces and candles.

A modern hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee station, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

The Athenaeum hotel entrance with a prominent sign, glass doors, and a modern architectural design.

18. Atheneum Suite Hotel

Greektown Historic District, 3.5 km from Wayne State University

Levente

Rp2.699.471

Rp3.131.457 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A formal dining room with wooden flooring, dark upholstered chairs, and a chandelier.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A large bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A room with ornate chandeliers, a fireplace with a coat of arms, and patterned wallpaper.

19. The Detroit Club

Downtown Detroit, 3.6 km from Wayne State University

Gino

Rp2.733.192

Rp3.602.176 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a coffee station, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a red and grey facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern indoor space with a market area, seating area, and a counter with beverages.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a view.

20. avid hotel Detroit Warren by IHG

15.7 km from Wayne State University

William

Rp1.650.564

Rp1.877.117 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Wayne State University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
ROOST Detroit	9.8 Exceptional 972 reviews	View
El Moore Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 89 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle	9.4 Exceptional 267 reviews	View
The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 2,137 reviews	View
Element by Marriott Detroit at The Metropolitan	9.2 Wonderful 552 reviews	View

Top Wayne State University Hotel Reviews

Detroit Foundation Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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Hollywood Casino at Greektown

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel within proximity to local attractions."

MotorCity Casino Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful relaxing as always"

Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown

8/10 Good

"Pretty decent hotel. The room was clean and the building is close to everything downtown. The gym is rather a bit limited though."

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful"

Hotel Houze Detroit Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Walking distance to the little ceaser stadium. New decor. Nice clean rooms. Digital keys. 2 Ac units in our room. Worked well. Staff very nice. Advised us where was safe to go. Enjoyed chatting with staff."

MGM Grand Detroit

10/10 Excellent

"From the free self parking, check in, and wonderful room. Everything about our stay was excellent. Our first time to Detroit and the MGM. We shall return!"

AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle

10/10 Excellent

"Location was great and employees were great"

Other attractions near Wayne State University

Detroit Institute of Arts

9.0/10 (821 reviews)

Admire artifacts from Ancient Greece and Rome, paintings by European masters and sculptures by American greats at this extensive museum.

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Walter P. Reuther Library

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Walter P. Reuther Library in Detroit.

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McGreggor Memorial Conference Center

After visiting McGreggor Memorial Conference Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Detroit. Discover the entertainment choices and casinos in this vibrant area.

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Detroit Historical Museum

9.6/10 (13 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Detroit Historical Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Detroit. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Detroit Public Library

7.4/10 (8 reviews)

After visiting Detroit Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Detroit. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

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Cathedral Church of St. Paul

Cathedral Church of St. Paul is just one of the places to see in Detroit, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit

You can study the exhibits at International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Detroit. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and casinos in this vibrant area.

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First Unitarian Universalist Church of Detroit

After visiting First Unitarian Universalist Church of Detroit, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Detroit. Discover the great live music and casinos in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wayne State University?

Wayne State University is located in a vibrant area of Detroit known for its popular art scene and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 75 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Wayne State University?

The Inn on Ferry Street is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Wayne State University. Other good options within 5 miles include MotorCity Casino Hotel and Hollywood Casino at Greektown.

How many hotels are there near Wayne State University?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Wayne State University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wayne State University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Wayne State University.

What can I see and do near Wayne State University?

You'll want to browse the collections at Detroit Historical Museum, Detroit Institute of Arts and Michigan Science Center. Cultural Center Historic District, Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum and Detroit Masonic Temple are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at The Majestic Theatre, Fisher Theatre and Fox Theatre.

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Our top choices for Wayne State University hotels

1. ROOST Detroit

2. El Moore Lodge

3. AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle

4. The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton

5. Element by Marriott Detroit at The Metropolitan

6. Hotel David Whitney, Autograph Collection

7. The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

8. MotorCity Casino Hotel

9. The Inn at 97 Winder

10. The Inn on Ferry Street

11. MGM Grand Detroit

12. Your Cozy One Bedroom Detriot

13. Hyatt Place Detroit Royal Oak

14. Detroit Foundation Hotel

15. Shinola Hotel

16. Riviera motel

17. Cambria Hotel Detroit Downtown

18. Atheneum Suite Hotel

19. The Detroit Club

20. avid hotel Detroit Warren by IHG

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Top Wayne State University Hotel Reviews

Detroit Foundation Hotel

Hollywood Casino at Greektown

MotorCity Casino Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Detroit Downtown

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit

Hotel Houze Detroit Downtown

MGM Grand Detroit

AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle

Other attractions near Wayne State University

Detroit Institute of Arts

Walter P. Reuther Library

McGreggor Memorial Conference Center

Detroit Historical Museum

Detroit Public Library

Cathedral Church of St. Paul

International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Detroit

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