The Kensington Hotel

3.5 star property
Indulge your taste buds at our on-site eatery or get active with a 24-hour gym session – all just steps away from shopping bliss.

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Terrace/patio
Indoor pool
Interior
Front of property - evening/night
Property amenity
Near Briarwood Mall, The Kensington Hotel offers a unique blend of relaxation and activity. Take advantage of the indoor pool, unwind in the garden or library, and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Dining options abound at rel.ish restaurant.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

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Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King NonSmoking)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
3500 South State Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108

What's nearby

  • Briarwood Mall - 5 min walk
  • Michigan Stadium - 4 min drive
  • Crisler Arena - 5 min drive
  • University of Michigan - 7 min drive
  • U of M Hospital - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 12 min drive
  • Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) - 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

Hotel near Briarwood Mall
At The Kensington Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a library. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, rel.ish, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
  • A 24-hour front desk, wedding services and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 200 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English, Korean, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6 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 centre
  • Conference centre

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
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 18 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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

Does The Kensington Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on 17 Feb 2025 start from AU$202.88, 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 The Kensington Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Kensington Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Kensington Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Kensington Hotel located?

Located in Bryant Pattengill West, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Briarwood Mall, Buhr Park and Cobblestone Farm. Yost Ice Arena and Crisler Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1009 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, staff very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool area and the hotel was so nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely overnight stay. Right on the interstate. All the staff were very well trained and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

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

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access. Very nice staff. The rooms and pool area are a little dated
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. The rooms were clean as well as the hotel. Nice fitness and pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location, friendly staff, food steps away, and loved the champagne drink at check in!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohith

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel great staff. I have been more than once and its always been good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Bristol

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom tiny.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Elia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, West Chester

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet. Excellent staff assistance.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beanz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay here, they’re super nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balcony option on some 2nd level rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jesse

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff, unfortunately the bathroom was a bit dirty and towel rack was broken.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jourdan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best pool area ever. Old school hotel, but I loved it. I would stay again, and in fact hope that I can again someday.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alejandro

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024