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The Kensington Hotel

3.5 star property
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Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Reception
Fitness facility
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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3500 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
  • Place, University of Michigan
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Briarwood Mall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Buhr Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
    ‪23 min drive‬
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Classic 2 Double Beds NonSmoking)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(47 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King NonSmoking)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Elite - King with Sleeper Balcony Acc)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Access Roll in Shower King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Elite King with Sleeper Sof)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Elite King with Sleeper Sof)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (Deluxe - 2 Double Beds Balcony Access)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic 2 Doubl)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Ann Arbor

Located in Bryant Pattengill West within a short walk of University of Michigan, The Kensington Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Michigan Stadium. This 200-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • University of Michigan - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Briarwood Mall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Varsity Tennis Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Buhr Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Michigan Stadium - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 12 min drive
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mothfire Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

At The Kensington Hotel, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and free weekday newspapers. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 for adults and USD 3 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • rel.ish

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 3.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-2:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Kensington Court Hotel

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The Kensington Court

The Kensington Hotel Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Kensington Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Bryant Pattengill West within a short 5-minute walk of Briarwood Mall. You'll also find Michigan Stadium and Yost Ice Arena within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kensington Hotel?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on Jun 3, 2026 start from $146, including 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.

Is there parking available at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, The Kensington Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Kensington Hotel?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including champagne service as well as a restaurant and an indoor pool.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Kensington Hotel serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at rel.ish.

Will The Kensington Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Kensington Hotel for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Does The Kensington Hotel have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The Kensington Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Kensington Hotel is Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which is located 23.1 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Kensington Hotel offer a balcony.

Does The Kensington Hotel have a wedding venue?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Kensington Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 689 out of 1142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1142 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cieara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though we only stayed for one night, we had a great time and the amenities were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old world charm and friendly, kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well kept, and the staff was courteous and kind
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Afua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rooms are clean and spacious, need is very comfortable, and the staff is absolutely delightful. I've stayed at this hotel twice, and will certainly stay there on any future trips to Ann Arbor
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Hotel and Room super clean. P
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel about 7 min from UM
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect! Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
For the price, this hotel was good. Pictures and description were accurate, great location for shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet room. Comfortable bed. The staff was excellent, everyone was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night and it was great! The pool was heated, the hot tub was amazing, rooms were clean, the restaurant was good and the staff was super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So beautiful and well maintained! Staff was very sweet and always greeted us with smiles. Will absolutely be staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Maria

Disliked: Amenities
People were very friendly, but nobody cleaned our room for 3 days despite me requesting it. Jacuzzi is broken. There is no free coffee in the lobby and no water to drink in the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities - loved the pool and got to play some board games with my daughter in the lobby! The room and beds were so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent and courteous. The hotel and room was clean. Location and access was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Restaurant wonderful. Very nice and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone was friendly and the food was great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front staff is always so professional and personable. William has been exceptionally great as I have stayed a few time over the past month and each time he has been manning the front desk perfectly and he always graciously accommodates my requests for room location or other nuances of my visit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Faucet overflowed while it was off and soaked my belongings.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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