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The Kensington Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center
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Terrace/patio
Property amenity
Front of property - evening/night
Indoor pool
Property amenity

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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3500 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108
  • University of Michigan
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Briarwood Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Michigan Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
    ‪29 min drive‬
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Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic 2 Doubl)

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King NonSmoking)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King NonSmoking)

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Elite - King with Sleeper Balcony Acc)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

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

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Access Roll in Shower King)

Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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

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

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

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

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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (Deluxe - 2 Double Beds Balcony Access)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ann Arbor

Located in Bryant Pattengill West, The Kensington Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Briarwood Mall and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like University of Michigan. 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 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Michigan Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Crisler Arena - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • U of M Hospital - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mothfire Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

Suburban hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center
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.

Languages

English, Korean, Spanish

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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

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
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.

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

Kensington Court
Kensington Court Ann Arbor
Kensington Court Hotel
Kensington Court Hotel Ann Arbor
Kensington Hotel Ann Arbor
Kensington Ann Arbor
The Kensington Court
The Kensington Hotel Hotel
The Kensington Hotel Ann Arbor
The Kensington Hotel Hotel Ann Arbor

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 Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on Jul 20, 2025 start from $155.12, excluding 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 parking available on site at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible 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.

Is The Kensington Hotel good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Kensington Hotel?

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?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family 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. 618 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1022 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jianzhong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent - convenient, clean, comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy sleep with a nice, large pool.

Desk staff was welcoming and friendly. Clean, pleasant room with very comfy bed. Small bathroom w small counter access. Welcome Champagne offered, but no lobby coffee, no continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fan

The overall stay was very good. The only drawback was not having the option to control the room temperature or fan. I had to have a fan delivered for air circulation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Bryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Despite the pictures showing a high class hotel, this is an older hotel with very thin walls catering to kids sports teams. During my stay these muses were up past 1 am and the hotel would not do anything to quiet them despite our objection.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna, Traverse City

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with great service!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean, very friendly staff, and close to UM campus. Room a little dated, but still nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This once beautiful property has become old and dirty. Every area is in dire need of repair - cracks and leaks, warn carpet and furnishing, the huge pool area looking warn out and tired! Housekeeping is seriously lacking - bathroom floor had not been cleaned in a while, there was no toilet paper and the dispensers were all empty. And in the morning they offered what tasted like day old luke warm drip coffee for $3 a cup. I would pass on this place until it gets some much needed love and attention.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice pool! Hall ways are nice and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Wojciech

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariel M

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Danville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
love the kensington. very convenient area super close to freeway (80). also 10-15 min from umich. prefer to stay in this area as driving is less stressful than umich area. good value for the money at $120 per night. staff is super nice and lobby is pretty. rooms are nice and beds are comfy. will def stay there again. have stayed there 3 times already. for game day... you can park off main street and walk if you dont mind a 30 min walk. there is an apt complex there that we park at. go down eisenhower to state st then turn right and apt complex will be 1-3 blocks on left.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

April M.

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. Loved the atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

james

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

H@$hBash weekend

Everyone was great. Hotel was very nice and clean. Only problem was we got stuck in the elevator. I had too call the hotel but they was super quick to get us out...other than that I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
)Lovely independent hotel with a nice restaurant and meetins space
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabi

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating, nice staff, clean facility..overall a very nice stay! Loved the welcome toast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel location! This is an older building, with only one working elevator to service 30 floors, and the air conditioning didn’t work in the room. However, you simply cannot beat the location and the staff are some the friendliest and most accommodating people I have ever met! I would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ali

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First we get there and we don’t get a wheelchair accessible room even though that’s what we ordered.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel stay and meetings onsite

Nice hotel, clean and quiet. We had our team meetings onsite and the staff did an excellent job with the meeting room and the meals. The hotel room was quiet nice, but a little dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

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