Skip to main content

The Kensington Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with indoor pool, near University of Michigan

Choose dates to view prices

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.
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
The current price is CNY774
CNY859 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Classic 2 Double Beds NonSmoking)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(46 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 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
(36 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic King)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Similar properties

Indoor pool
Spark by Hilton Ann Arbor South
Bryant Pattengill East
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 140 reviews
The price is CNY535
CNY594 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Spark by Hilton Ann Arbor South
Compare similar properties
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • University of Michigan - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Briarwood Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Varsity Tennis Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Buhr Park - 3 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Michigan Stadium - 5 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 3 min drive
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) - 25 min drive
  • Ann Arbor Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

The Kensington Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of Michigan and Michigan Stadium. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at rel.ish, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a fitness center. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 200 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Up to 4 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Shared microwave
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Rel.ish - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 3.00 to 15.00 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

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.
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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Is there a pool at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Kensington Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center and a picnic area. The Kensington Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Kensington Hotel?

Yes, rel.ish offers local cuisine.

What's the area around The Kensington Hotel like?

The Kensington Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from University of Michigan and 5 minutes' walk from Briarwood Mall. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool area was very nice, well kept, and a great size for guests to enjoy. (60 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a highlight, with many guests praising its warmth and relaxing experience. (24 reviews)
  • The property's fitness facility was clean, well-maintained, and great. (10 reviews)
AI Sparkle Icon
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Bed
Champagne
Restaurant
Location
Bathroom
Toilet
Breakfast
Hot Tub

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and friendly staff
TaLisha, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was great and clean! Very friendly and welcoming!
Colleen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff! The best staff I have ever stayed at
Tom, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Even though we only stayed for one night, we had a great time and the amenities were amazing
Cieara, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, Great location
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff and breakfast
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff was amazing and very accommodating! Pool, hot tub, and sauna were a great addition! Loved seeing the hotel being pet-friendly. Super comfortable beds and clean rooms! 10/10 would recommend!
Kelaney, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

It is a very average place. The rooms were not very clean, not in great condition, few amenities. However, the desk staff did their best to make up for property deficiencies. The restaurant breakfast was outstanding.
Marva, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel and Room super clean. P
Amy, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

For the price, this hotel was good. Pictures and description were accurate, great location for shopping.
Faith, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Erin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I come to Ann Arbor often for business and I am always so happy to stay at the warm and welcoming Kensington hotel. The staff is very kind and helpful, and the rooms are well appointed and relaxing. Whenever I check in with William, I know I will get a big smile! Feels like I am in good hands whenever I am there. Also, the pool is lovely, the gym is great, and the onsite restaurant is terrific! Great coffee.
Kathryn, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cade was a great guy!
Derek, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amenities - loved the pool and got to play some board games with my daughter in the lobby! The room and beds were so comfortable.
Elena, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were excellent and courteous. The hotel and room was clean. Location and access was perfect
Sheila, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff!!
Ola, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was friendly and the food was great
Eric, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great
Jeffery, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Courteous staff. Restaurant had good breakfast foods and servers.
Eileen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was good.
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff
Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for a visit to AnnArbor. Friendly staff. Highly recommend.
Eric, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Great staff.
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Yes, best staff ever!
Brendan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Being greet with champagne is a nice touch! Our checkin was excellent. The connected restaurant had delicious breakfast and above average servers. Loved the pool!
Sally, 2-night trip