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A brick building with a large wooden door, arched windows, and a balcony.

A brick building with a glass door, a metal chair with a cushion, and a decorative lantern.

A living room with a sofa, a side table with a plant, and a bookshelf with various items.

A staircase with a wooden handrail and black balusters, a door with a decorative panel, and a display stand with informational material.

1. The Cochrane House Luxury Historic Inn

Brush Park, 2.5 km from Wayne State University

Jacob

₩408,281

₩439,848 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

A multi-story building with a brick facade, large windows, and a solar panel on the roof.

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

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

₩310,173

₩328,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

An interior with arched ceilings, marble columns, and a balcony with balustrades.

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

3. ROOST Detroit

Downtown Detroit, 3.2 km from Wayne State University

David

₩323,022

₩407,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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 modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

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

4. AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle

Brush Park, 1.7 km from Wayne State University

Zerina

₩299,005

₩334,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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.

5. The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton

Corktown, 3 km from Wayne State University

Brianna

₩184,900

₩212,634 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

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

6. Element by Marriott Detroit at The Metropolitan

Downtown Detroit, 3.1 km from Wayne State University

Melinda

₩338,900

₩379,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

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

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

7. Hotel David Whitney, Autograph Collection

Downtown Detroit, 3 km from Wayne State University

Jason

₩442,971

₩496,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A tall building with a classical architectural style, featuring a prominent entrance and a flag at the top.

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

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.

8. The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

Downtown Detroit, 3.1 km from Wayne State University

HEATHER

₩154,106

₩172,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a plant, and a nightstand with a lamp.

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

A spa area with a pool, a bench, and shelves with towels.

9. MotorCity Casino Hotel

North Corktown, 2.1 km from Wayne State University

Jack

₩237,029

₩272,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

A stone building with ivy-covered walls and a wooden fence with pointed tops.

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

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

10. The Inn on Ferry Street

Cultural Center, 0.6 km from Wayne State University

Shane

₩184,086

₩230,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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.

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

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

11. MGM Grand Detroit

Downtown Detroit, 3 km from Wayne State University

Brendon

₩265,516

₩342,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 modern living room with a gray sofa, yellow chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a large abstract painting.

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

12. Hyatt Place Detroit Royal Oak

16.1 km from Wayne State University

Susan

₩225,488

₩249,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

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

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining area with yellow chairs, and a large window offering a city view.

13. Cambria Hotel Detroit Downtown

Downtown Detroit, 3.5 km from Wayne State University

Raysheen

₩214,948

₩248,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 bar area with a brick wall, hanging light fixtures, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

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

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

14. Detroit Foundation Hotel

Downtown Detroit, 3.8 km from Wayne State University

Kimberly

₩331,441

₩383,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

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

A hotel entrance with a classic car parked in front.

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

Richard

₩478,996

₩578,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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.

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

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

16. Atheneum Suite Hotel

Greektown Historic District, 3.5 km from Wayne State University

Mark

₩270,185

₩310,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

A breakfast station with a coffee machine, a beverage dispenser, and a toaster.

A snack display in a store with various chips and snacks.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

17. avid hotel Detroit Warren by IHG

15.7 km from Wayne State University

Dakota

₩121,417

₩138,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a shaded area.

A reception area with a red and blue color scheme, a large 'H' sign, a reception desk, a potted plant, a trash can, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a shower area, and a bathroom.

A row of orange bicycles parked against a metal rack.

18. Hotel Royal Oak

15.6 km from Wayne State University

Brittany

₩173,915

₩189,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious lobby with a chandelier, white sofas, and a colorful art display.

A banquet hall with a central cake display, chandeliers, and round tables.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a patterned carpet.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, large arched windows, and a tiled floor.

19. The Henry Hotel, Autograph Collection

12.7 km from Wayne State University

kevin

₩276,457

₩315,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A snack display area with various packaged snacks and a chalkboard sign welcoming visitors.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large wall mural.

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a covered entrance, brick facade, and a well-lit sign.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Detroit/Warren

19.4 km from Wayne State University

Tammy

₩137,228

₩151,637 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Wayne State University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Cochrane House Luxury Historic Inn	10.0 Exceptional 79 reviews	View
El Moore Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 94 reviews	View
ROOST Detroit	9.8 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle	9.4 Exceptional 305 reviews	View
The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton	9.2 Wonderful 2,083 reviews	View

Top Wayne State University Hotel Reviews

The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing staff and right in the heart of everything."

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoy our stay every time we stay at the Ponch. Staff is always super friendly and we never have any issues."

The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"The property was very clean and well maintained. The employees were very nice and personable. I travel to Detroit often for business and I would definitely stay here again."

Modern Retreat Near Henry Ford

10/10 Excellent

"We were on the fourth floor and the elevator didn’t work one day of the 4 days we were there . The elevator is 100 yo + but the whole area was clean and I enjoyed my stay . Communication was great"

AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, fun roof top bar, beautiful clean rooms! 10 outa 10!! Edra at check-in was the best!!!"

El Moore Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is outstanding. It has so much character, is beautifully designed and maintained, and the staff are delightful. Everything is quality but not over the top. I will be going back if they'll have me."

Other attractions near Wayne State University

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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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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 fascinating museums 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 story of its own, during your travels to Detroit. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater 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 acclaimed art scene and great live music 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 trip to Detroit. Discover the great live music 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 entertainment choices 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, check out the 78 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

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

The Inn on Ferry Street is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 will I find near Wayne State University?

Expedia has 78 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Wayne State University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wayne State University?

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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. Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum, Detroit Masonic Temple, and Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can catch a show at The Majestic Theatre, Fisher Theatre, and Orchestra Hall.

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Our top choices for Wayne State University hotels

1. The Cochrane House Luxury Historic Inn

2. El Moore Lodge

3. ROOST Detroit

4. AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle

5. The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton

6. Element by Marriott Detroit at The Metropolitan

7. Hotel David Whitney, Autograph Collection

8. The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

9. MotorCity Casino Hotel

10. The Inn on Ferry Street

11. MGM Grand Detroit

12. Hyatt Place Detroit Royal Oak

13. Cambria Hotel Detroit Downtown

14. Detroit Foundation Hotel

15. Shinola Hotel

16. Atheneum Suite Hotel

17. avid hotel Detroit Warren by IHG

18. Hotel Royal Oak

19. The Henry Hotel, Autograph Collection

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Detroit/Warren

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Top Wayne State University Hotel Reviews

The Siren Hotel, an Ash Hotel

Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection By Hilton

Modern Retreat Near Henry Ford

AC Hotel by Marriott Detroit at the Bonstelle

El Moore Lodge

Other attractions near Wayne State University

Detroit Public Library

Detroit Institute of Arts

Walter P. Reuther Library

McGreggor Memorial Conference Center

Detroit Historical Museum

Cathedral Church of St. Paul

International Institute of Metropolitan Detroit

First Unitarian Universalist Church of Detroit

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