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2700 Vermont St, Detroit, MI 48216-1230
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I wanted to attend a conference in Detroit for 4 days, but could not afford a hotel room. I knew I would be busy siteseeing, sitting in worship services and workshops. I knew that at the end of a long day, I just wanted a clean comfortable and quiet place to lay my head to receive restful sleep. The Hostel Detroit was that place! The staffers Zack and Evan were awesome, laid back very engaging and willing to give information concerning the city. I rented a private room with a double bed. It was sunny and had a cute little desk area where I could reflect upon my days adventures. The bathroom was very clean with evidence that staffers cleaned it daily. The linens were soft with plush fluffy towels devoid of stains or fraying threads. the blankets were colorful and adequate.. The kitchens were large with ranges and refrigerators. I mostly stayed in the area of my room but there are 2 or 3 kitchens, 3 bathrooms and a couple of living spaces for conversation or watching TV (they have dvds available also). The backyard is beautiful with a covered space with a joyful Caribbean atmosphere.
This hostel is fabulous and I cannot wait to come back to Detroit with neices and grandson to explore the city on a budget and have a great place to rest before heading out again. Kudos to the staff for making this space bright colorful and peaceful.
If you are reading this review , please note I am over 60, a world traveler with an open mind. This is a safe space that families, friend groups or singles can enjoy.. This hostel receives a rating of 10 out of 10 from me.
This hostel is fabulous and I cannot wait to come back to Detroit with neices and grandson to explore the city on a budget and have a great place to rest before heading out again. Kudos to the staff for making this space bright colorful and peaceful.
If you are reading this review , please note I am over 60, a world traveler with an open mind. This is a safe space that families, friend groups or singles can enjoy.. This hostel receives a rating of 10 out of 10 from me.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled solo
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I had a great stay at Hostel Detroit. I spent four days in July 2023. I appreciate that hostel staff are very responsive by both email and phone. Keyless access was honestly the best. It's great not to have to worry about carrying around a key. This converted house has two full size kitchens and plenty of fridge space. There are abundant bathrooms for both showers and toilets. Summer AC was perfect. The hostel is very close to bus stops, making it convenient to access the city via transit. Outdoor spaces were very pleasant, and staff are helpful with any inquiries. I would definitely stay here on my next visit.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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If matching linen, gleaming bathrooms and bland "have-a-nice-day" service floats your boat look elsewhere for your accommodation. If however you want meaningful travel experiences and the chance of meeting interesting people this is a great place to stay. Within a few hours of arrival I had been offered a ride to San Fran in a white Oldsmobile convertible. That doesn't happen in the Marriott.
The staff are passionate about Detroit and very helpful. An outdoor movie evening with popcorn and a prize draw was organised on Saturday night. There is even an Ambassador scheme whereby local volunteers will show you around town, including the nightlife scene.
The recently-opened (April 11) hostel is situated in Corktown. It looks like a desolate spot to one like myself arriving in Detroit for the first time. You soon realise than the whole of Detroit is full of vacant lots and empty buildings, a product of the economic and social woes of this once grand city, and in this sense the Corktown neighbourhood is pretty typical. The giant, empty, iconic Michigan Central Station, is nearby. You can rent a bike from the hostel for $10 per 24hrs, a good way to explore as there are very few hills in Detroit.
The customs guys at the airport and my cab driver shared the view that Detroit was a dangerous place which only a madman or a fool would visit voluntarily. This turned out to be so much hot air. The natives are friendly. Sure you'll get jacked if you wave an expensive camera around without any awareness of your surroundings but that goes everywhere.
Detroit seems to attract a curious, quirky, slightly adventurous breed of tourist. If that sounds like you, you may well enjoy a few nights at Hostel Detroit while you explore the city.
The staff are passionate about Detroit and very helpful. An outdoor movie evening with popcorn and a prize draw was organised on Saturday night. There is even an Ambassador scheme whereby local volunteers will show you around town, including the nightlife scene.
The recently-opened (April 11) hostel is situated in Corktown. It looks like a desolate spot to one like myself arriving in Detroit for the first time. You soon realise than the whole of Detroit is full of vacant lots and empty buildings, a product of the economic and social woes of this once grand city, and in this sense the Corktown neighbourhood is pretty typical. The giant, empty, iconic Michigan Central Station, is nearby. You can rent a bike from the hostel for $10 per 24hrs, a good way to explore as there are very few hills in Detroit.
The customs guys at the airport and my cab driver shared the view that Detroit was a dangerous place which only a madman or a fool would visit voluntarily. This turned out to be so much hot air. The natives are friendly. Sure you'll get jacked if you wave an expensive camera around without any awareness of your surroundings but that goes everywhere.
Detroit seems to attract a curious, quirky, slightly adventurous breed of tourist. If that sounds like you, you may well enjoy a few nights at Hostel Detroit while you explore the city.
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Date of stay: September 2011Trip type: Traveled solo
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I've stayed in over 20 hostels in as many countries, and this is by far the worst experience I've ever had. I had to wait 20 minutes to get anyone to talk to me. The person was glued to their laptop while I was trying to be shown to my room. First, I was told my room was locked and they didn't have a key. I'm sorry, say wha? Then, after about another 10-15 minutes of waiting, I was told that wasn't my room. My room was somewhere else. Was I shown this somewhere else? No, I was flatly asked, while waiting to be taken to my room, "What are you doing right now?" Is this a joke I'm not in on? I'M WAITING TO BE SHOWN MY ROOM...YOU KNOW, THE ONE I PAID FOR??? This person then fumbled around a little longer, asked if I wanted a locker, and I told them I was not sure my stuff would fit. I was told to get my stuff to see if it would fit. Upon my return from fetching my stuff, the "staff member" "helping me" had vanished. I finally flagged down someone else (a guest, friend, no idea) and asked how I would go about finding exactly where I am staying for the evening. I finally got to my room about 45 minutes or so after arrival. I was not pleased.
I was given no blanket on a fairly chilly evening (my other roommates had blankets), and, of course, no one was around to ask for one. I had to use my clothes to keep me warm.
Bathroom is gross. Not even from a hospitality standpoint. It's just gross. If you went to your friend's house and used their bathroom and it looked like this, you'd be like, "Dude. Seriously, clean your bathroom. Now." Upon checkout, no one was around. It's unclear to me from their website if there is an actual staff that's ever there.
There were children everywhere!! I have no idea if they were staying there, there because someone who 'works' there had them. No idea, but there were hoards of children in this hostel.
Three good things about the hostel: The sleeping quarters themselves are fine. The neighborhood is safe (by Detroit standards). The fellow lodgers were super nice.
I was given no blanket on a fairly chilly evening (my other roommates had blankets), and, of course, no one was around to ask for one. I had to use my clothes to keep me warm.
Bathroom is gross. Not even from a hospitality standpoint. It's just gross. If you went to your friend's house and used their bathroom and it looked like this, you'd be like, "Dude. Seriously, clean your bathroom. Now." Upon checkout, no one was around. It's unclear to me from their website if there is an actual staff that's ever there.
There were children everywhere!! I have no idea if they were staying there, there because someone who 'works' there had them. No idea, but there were hoards of children in this hostel.
Three good things about the hostel: The sleeping quarters themselves are fine. The neighborhood is safe (by Detroit standards). The fellow lodgers were super nice.
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Date of stay: October 2012Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from Taylor K, Manager at Hostel Detroit
Responded Aug 18, 2013
I sincerely apologize for your bad experience! We are under new management and we've tried to streamline the check-in process to avoid these mistakes (we send room assignments ahead of time, write them on the front board, keep keys in the door to the room and have spares, all linens on the bed, extra blankets available, etc.). If you ever visit Detroit again please contact me at reservations@hosteldetroit.com and reference this post for a free night's stay. Best wishes, Taylor (Hdet Mgmt)
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I stayed at Hostel Detroit for an entire month and I am better for it! I am a medical student from Chicago and was in Detroit on an away rotation. I needed an affordable place to stay that would also introduce me to the city and Hostel Detroit definitely fit the bill.
The Dorm: I stayed in the dorm which has 5 bunk beds. It was clean and warm. Each bed has its own adjacent shelf and LED overhead light. The light is bright enough to light what you need it to but not so bright that it's annoying to others who might be sleeping. The worst part about this room is the (sometimes thunderous) snoring that guests are capable of. As with any group bunk situation: bring some earplugs and you will be fine.
There are lots of other types of rooms which have single beds or bunk beds in them. Each room is decorated to reflect a different part of Detroit and all of them are cozy. The view from most of the rooms looks North over a community garden area and, in a further lot, an Airstream trailer. In warmer weather the trailer opens for dinner every Thursday night and it uses food grown in local gardens. There will usually be a fire to gather around in the fire pit which is a beacon light that draws people from all over to come to dinner. There's always good conversation to be had here on spring/summer/fall Thursday nights.
Amenities: This place has a ton of touches that make it welcoming, for instance: Umbrellas and resuable bags by the front door if you need them; complementary coffee, tea and cold cereal; a bike rack that is in a gated, locked area; a library with books, movies, a flat screen, a DVD player and a VCR; free wifi!; bikes and bike locks for rental; lockers that you can use your own lock with; many more things!
The kitchens and bathrooms: 3 full kitchens and 4 full bathrooms so there's always one open. The kitchens are fantastic gathering areas and I had many a delicious group meal in these kitchens. The kitchens are all stocked with a full compliment of cookware, dishes and flatware and the hostel supplies oil and some basic spices. As with anywhere else, if you don't do your dishes the kitchens will become cluttered so do your dishes and wipe the counters when you're done cooking and eating! The bathrooms are clean, if there's not a bathmat in the bathroom there will be one in the hall closet so just ask for one and it will be provided.
Detroity-ness: 10 points for Detroitiness! This was my first trip to Detroit and I was definitely scared at first. I told the night manager my concerns and he took me on a walking tour of the immediate neighborhood, he gave me a few simple tips and these two things together made me feel less intimidated and more informed. The neighborhood the hostel is in is historic but it's also up and coming so there is a strong residential community combined with a fantastic night life. Michigan Ave has lots of cool restaurants and bars but don't neglect the neighborhood place - Nancy Whisky's. If it's your first time here you get a free shot of house whisky!
ALSO! If you are a guest at the Hostel on Saturday morning you will be offered a FREE tour of the city by car. I got the invite via email on my first Friday evening here. The tour was fantastic and we were able to chose from a list of attractions where we wanted to go. In talking to other guests who took the tour on different Saturdays every tour is different.
The staff are generally well informed on happenings in the city and I was never disappointed when I followed their advice about fun things to do. If you don't feel like asking then there's a white board in the downstairs common area that has daily updated information about fun things to do that evening in the city.
Like I said earlier, every room (even the bathrooms) is designed to reflect a different neighborhood in Detroit and even has printed information about the neighborhoods on the wall. It is informative and welcoming.
So, I stayed here one month while taking a class at Wayne State. I got great sleep, ate well, am comfortable in Detroit and did great in the Wayne rotation. My conclusion is that this is a great place to stay if you are in Detroit no matter your reason for coming here. This hostel houses tourists, people here on business, those going to conferences ect... I will definitely stay here again.
The Dorm: I stayed in the dorm which has 5 bunk beds. It was clean and warm. Each bed has its own adjacent shelf and LED overhead light. The light is bright enough to light what you need it to but not so bright that it's annoying to others who might be sleeping. The worst part about this room is the (sometimes thunderous) snoring that guests are capable of. As with any group bunk situation: bring some earplugs and you will be fine.
There are lots of other types of rooms which have single beds or bunk beds in them. Each room is decorated to reflect a different part of Detroit and all of them are cozy. The view from most of the rooms looks North over a community garden area and, in a further lot, an Airstream trailer. In warmer weather the trailer opens for dinner every Thursday night and it uses food grown in local gardens. There will usually be a fire to gather around in the fire pit which is a beacon light that draws people from all over to come to dinner. There's always good conversation to be had here on spring/summer/fall Thursday nights.
Amenities: This place has a ton of touches that make it welcoming, for instance: Umbrellas and resuable bags by the front door if you need them; complementary coffee, tea and cold cereal; a bike rack that is in a gated, locked area; a library with books, movies, a flat screen, a DVD player and a VCR; free wifi!; bikes and bike locks for rental; lockers that you can use your own lock with; many more things!
The kitchens and bathrooms: 3 full kitchens and 4 full bathrooms so there's always one open. The kitchens are fantastic gathering areas and I had many a delicious group meal in these kitchens. The kitchens are all stocked with a full compliment of cookware, dishes and flatware and the hostel supplies oil and some basic spices. As with anywhere else, if you don't do your dishes the kitchens will become cluttered so do your dishes and wipe the counters when you're done cooking and eating! The bathrooms are clean, if there's not a bathmat in the bathroom there will be one in the hall closet so just ask for one and it will be provided.
Detroity-ness: 10 points for Detroitiness! This was my first trip to Detroit and I was definitely scared at first. I told the night manager my concerns and he took me on a walking tour of the immediate neighborhood, he gave me a few simple tips and these two things together made me feel less intimidated and more informed. The neighborhood the hostel is in is historic but it's also up and coming so there is a strong residential community combined with a fantastic night life. Michigan Ave has lots of cool restaurants and bars but don't neglect the neighborhood place - Nancy Whisky's. If it's your first time here you get a free shot of house whisky!
ALSO! If you are a guest at the Hostel on Saturday morning you will be offered a FREE tour of the city by car. I got the invite via email on my first Friday evening here. The tour was fantastic and we were able to chose from a list of attractions where we wanted to go. In talking to other guests who took the tour on different Saturdays every tour is different.
The staff are generally well informed on happenings in the city and I was never disappointed when I followed their advice about fun things to do. If you don't feel like asking then there's a white board in the downstairs common area that has daily updated information about fun things to do that evening in the city.
Like I said earlier, every room (even the bathrooms) is designed to reflect a different neighborhood in Detroit and even has printed information about the neighborhoods on the wall. It is informative and welcoming.
So, I stayed here one month while taking a class at Wayne State. I got great sleep, ate well, am comfortable in Detroit and did great in the Wayne rotation. My conclusion is that this is a great place to stay if you are in Detroit no matter your reason for coming here. This hostel houses tourists, people here on business, those going to conferences ect... I will definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: October 2013Trip type: Traveled on business
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European travellers in the USA often observe a few quirks of the travel habits of Americans. On long distance Amtrak trains, for instance, all the seats face in the direction of travel, apparently because Americans hate traveling backwards. And if you're looking for low cost accommodation, you'll find European style backpacker hostels almost non-existent, apparently because Americans don't like sharing dorm rooms with strangers.
Hostel Detroit could change that. It's a brand new budget hostel in North Corktown, about twenty minutes walk or five minutes cab ride from downtown Detroit. Originally a residential property, it's one of the few remaining properties in this once densely populated neighbourhood. Now, all but ten per cent of the houses in North Corktown remain: the rest have been demolished, collapsed or burnt to the ground. What is left is an astonishing urban prairie of grassy meadows. The desolate shell of the abandoned Michigan Central Railroad station is just a few blocks away.
While the setting might appear desolate, Corktown is in fact one of Detroit's strongest resurgent communities. House prices are strong, people are moving in and new businesses are emerging. The stretch of Michigan Avenue between 12th and 14th Streets (just a five minute walk away) is now home to two of Detroit's hottest new restaurants (Slow's BBQ and the Mercury Bar) and a gourmet coffee shop (Astro). DDOT bus number 18 (Fenkell) passes near-by the hostel three times an hour and on several days during my stay, I walked from the hostel to downtown in less than thirty minutes. Bikes are also available for hire.
The hostel offers a variety of mixed dorms of varying degrees of privacy. The largest dorms sleep about a dozen, while the smallest sleeps just two. There is also a double room that can be booked for less than $50/night.
All reservations must be made online and in advance, and check-in is from 13:00 to 21:00 only. If you arrive outside of this time (as I did) you may encounter difficulties, although the hostel's employees are very friendly and very amenable to helping you with your particular travel needs. One weak point in the booking process is the provision of your personalised door code, which is usually emailed to you a few days before arrival. You should remember to check your email before arrival in order to be able to access the hostel.
Inside, the hostel's most charming feature is the blackboard that welcomes that night's guests by name. A fully equipped kitchen, homely living room, small library, washer, drying, computer, printer and free wifi are available for all. If hostel employees are not around, there's a phone you can pick up to give them a call.
The rooms use a mix of reclaimed and second hand furniture and bedding. Everything was spotlessly clean.
Throughout the stay I chatted with a couple of the hostel's employees. Every one of them was passionate about Detroit, friendly, informed and willing to help make suggestions for your stay. Detroit is clearly not an easy city to explore as a tourist, but it's much easier than the mainstream media or the guidebooks make it out to be. You will also find that your fellow guests are no doubt eager to share traveling tales or suggestions for the city - the hostel attracts a lot of inquisitive people who are eager to discover the real Detroit.
I can't wait to come back, and can't recommend Hostel Detroit highly enough. A rare five stars across the board from me!
Hostel Detroit could change that. It's a brand new budget hostel in North Corktown, about twenty minutes walk or five minutes cab ride from downtown Detroit. Originally a residential property, it's one of the few remaining properties in this once densely populated neighbourhood. Now, all but ten per cent of the houses in North Corktown remain: the rest have been demolished, collapsed or burnt to the ground. What is left is an astonishing urban prairie of grassy meadows. The desolate shell of the abandoned Michigan Central Railroad station is just a few blocks away.
While the setting might appear desolate, Corktown is in fact one of Detroit's strongest resurgent communities. House prices are strong, people are moving in and new businesses are emerging. The stretch of Michigan Avenue between 12th and 14th Streets (just a five minute walk away) is now home to two of Detroit's hottest new restaurants (Slow's BBQ and the Mercury Bar) and a gourmet coffee shop (Astro). DDOT bus number 18 (Fenkell) passes near-by the hostel three times an hour and on several days during my stay, I walked from the hostel to downtown in less than thirty minutes. Bikes are also available for hire.
The hostel offers a variety of mixed dorms of varying degrees of privacy. The largest dorms sleep about a dozen, while the smallest sleeps just two. There is also a double room that can be booked for less than $50/night.
All reservations must be made online and in advance, and check-in is from 13:00 to 21:00 only. If you arrive outside of this time (as I did) you may encounter difficulties, although the hostel's employees are very friendly and very amenable to helping you with your particular travel needs. One weak point in the booking process is the provision of your personalised door code, which is usually emailed to you a few days before arrival. You should remember to check your email before arrival in order to be able to access the hostel.
Inside, the hostel's most charming feature is the blackboard that welcomes that night's guests by name. A fully equipped kitchen, homely living room, small library, washer, drying, computer, printer and free wifi are available for all. If hostel employees are not around, there's a phone you can pick up to give them a call.
The rooms use a mix of reclaimed and second hand furniture and bedding. Everything was spotlessly clean.
Throughout the stay I chatted with a couple of the hostel's employees. Every one of them was passionate about Detroit, friendly, informed and willing to help make suggestions for your stay. Detroit is clearly not an easy city to explore as a tourist, but it's much easier than the mainstream media or the guidebooks make it out to be. You will also find that your fellow guests are no doubt eager to share traveling tales or suggestions for the city - the hostel attracts a lot of inquisitive people who are eager to discover the real Detroit.
I can't wait to come back, and can't recommend Hostel Detroit highly enough. A rare five stars across the board from me!
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Date of stay: April 2012Trip type: Traveled solo
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As hostels go this place was alright. Quiet rooms, reasonable showers, friendly staff. It's a little rundown but they seem to be making improvements gradually. Worst part is the neighborhood which is alternately like a ghost town and a ghetto. Very isolated unless you have a car or a bike. Will probably be much better in 5 years after the Michigan Central Depot building gets up and running.
Dealing with the lock for the fence was probably the most annoying part, so if they are looking to upgrade anything I would suggest they get a retractable sliding fence with a key code like they have at storage facilities. A lot easier than dealing with the combination lock and swinging gates when you are trying to get back at midnight in the rain.
I'm getting too old for hostels anyway. The young people here were pretty annoying to watch in the common areas as they tried to flirt and impress each other while pretending to be themselves.
Dealing with the lock for the fence was probably the most annoying part, so if they are looking to upgrade anything I would suggest they get a retractable sliding fence with a key code like they have at storage facilities. A lot easier than dealing with the combination lock and swinging gates when you are trying to get back at midnight in the rain.
I'm getting too old for hostels anyway. The young people here were pretty annoying to watch in the common areas as they tried to flirt and impress each other while pretending to be themselves.
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Room Tip:Â Don't stay on the weekends unless you want to wait for the bathroom for a long time.
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OK first of all don't be afraid to visit Detroit. Its a cool city with lots to offer. Hostel Detroit Is fantastic. Great location, great staff, comfy beds and a great place to meet fellow travelers. What more could you ask for?
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Date of stay: October 2013Trip type: Traveled solo
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Seems such a nice place, people will inform you and give you tips, you can rent a bike!!! AWESOME!!! So there I was at first the taxi driver didn't want to drop me off supposidly dangerous well it is not. So i walked to the door. Code sent by mail to open the door did NOT work. Started to rain (not their fault of course). They gave a cell phone number to call. NO ANSWER, rang 10 times, was being pushed away. NICE!!!! In the middle of nowhere in Detroit raining, in the slumps of Detroit with my luggage. Luckily a other guest came and opened the door for me. I called again sent an email. NOTHING nobody there. Had no idea what room I had so just went into one. Nobody there to give me this amazing insight in Detroit which was promissed. Nobody there to rent a bike from. I only stayed one day. But I responded later on their facebook page, then I got the response that they didn't take kindly to people who just stay there!!!!
Moral of the story, they don't do what they promise since NOBODY was there!!!! Was an adventure... wish i hadn't pay for it!!!
Moral of the story, they don't do what they promise since NOBODY was there!!!! Was an adventure... wish i hadn't pay for it!!!
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Date of stay: July 2012Trip type: Traveled solo
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Room Tip:Â Dont go long way from city center and promise things they dont keep
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Response from Taylor K, Manager at Hostel Detroit
Responded Aug 18, 2013
I am sorry that you had a bad experience at our hostel! We are under new management and we've tried our best to make improvements to avoid problems like these. To any potential visitors reading this post: If the door code does not work, first make sure to hit the # after the numbers. If this still does not work, double check the valid hours for your code. Unless you've noted an earlier arrival time, the code will be set to our earliest check in time (1 PM) and end at approximately 7 PM the day you check-out. If it is after 9 PM and you have not indicated a late check-in and nobody picks up the phone, you can knock on the window to the left of the door, which is the live-in night manager's bedroom window. As for bikes, rentals are done everyday from 12-2 PM. If you'd like to arrange a rental at another time, please contact bikes@hosteldetroit.com and Joe or Ken will make sure to be here for you. If you would like an ambassador tour, please contact us ahead of time so that we can schedule something with one of our volunteers. Also note that Kevin, our lead ambassador, gives tours every Saturday morning. For other information on the city and tour opportunities, please visit the "Links" page on our website. I apologize again for all the trouble you encountered. If you visit Detroit again, please contact me at reservations@hosteldetroit.com and reference this post for a free night's stay. Best wishes, Taylor (Hdet Mgmt)
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I travelled from Chicago, IL and arrived in the early hours. I travelled straight to the hostel aware that check-in was at 1pm, with the possibility of leaving my bag. The Hostel was locked so had to wait until the first guests opened the door to let me in.
When a member of staff arrived i realised that it was entirely run by volunteers! Absolutely brilliant. So i had no problem with waiting for check-in. They had in fact emailed me a pin number to enter with. But some backpackers do not regularly use the internet so maybe that process needs looking at.
I will go through some of the amenities:
-Washing-machines - Very good machines.
-TV - they also have a VHS player which is pretty retro. They have an awesome range of films to watch, and a lot of good books.
-There was no computers there to use, but i know that they were very close to sorting this out.
-They did have WiFi which seemed absolutely fine.
-They have a table football table.
-The kitchen is extremely good with most appliances.
-The beds (bunk-beds) are very comforatble, and for a Hostel this comes as a great bonus.
-The bathrooms are fine but in full attendance i would imagine that they would get extremely busy in mornings etc.
As this is a new upcoming Hostel run by volunteers, i think this Hostel is superb!
I stayed for one night and there were a few groups staying here with rented cars parked on the street right outside the Hostel. overnight their cars were broken into and quite valuable belongings were taken. I am reluctant to write this but people need to be aware of such issues. On their website it states parking in a gated area -- highly recommended! The area is pretty empty, but it what you can expect from Detroit. The transport links are also poor but you can hire bikes which counteracts the issue. the volunteers here do a great job and i have no hesitation recommending this Hostel to future budget tarvellers.
I cannot remember specific names but the two volunteers who i met were very firendly good people. In fact, they were so nice that one of them (i think Michael) gave me a lift to Toledo, OH. This saved me a substantial amount on my way to Pittsburgh. I cannot thank him enough for this.
All in all this Hostel is developing into a very nice place to stay with all the necessary amenities required for a short stay. The staff are the friendliest people on the planet and if they cannot help you, nobody can! Don't be put off when visiting Detroit, it is a great city!
When a member of staff arrived i realised that it was entirely run by volunteers! Absolutely brilliant. So i had no problem with waiting for check-in. They had in fact emailed me a pin number to enter with. But some backpackers do not regularly use the internet so maybe that process needs looking at.
I will go through some of the amenities:
-Washing-machines - Very good machines.
-TV - they also have a VHS player which is pretty retro. They have an awesome range of films to watch, and a lot of good books.
-There was no computers there to use, but i know that they were very close to sorting this out.
-They did have WiFi which seemed absolutely fine.
-They have a table football table.
-The kitchen is extremely good with most appliances.
-The beds (bunk-beds) are very comforatble, and for a Hostel this comes as a great bonus.
-The bathrooms are fine but in full attendance i would imagine that they would get extremely busy in mornings etc.
As this is a new upcoming Hostel run by volunteers, i think this Hostel is superb!
I stayed for one night and there were a few groups staying here with rented cars parked on the street right outside the Hostel. overnight their cars were broken into and quite valuable belongings were taken. I am reluctant to write this but people need to be aware of such issues. On their website it states parking in a gated area -- highly recommended! The area is pretty empty, but it what you can expect from Detroit. The transport links are also poor but you can hire bikes which counteracts the issue. the volunteers here do a great job and i have no hesitation recommending this Hostel to future budget tarvellers.
I cannot remember specific names but the two volunteers who i met were very firendly good people. In fact, they were so nice that one of them (i think Michael) gave me a lift to Toledo, OH. This saved me a substantial amount on my way to Pittsburgh. I cannot thank him enough for this.
All in all this Hostel is developing into a very nice place to stay with all the necessary amenities required for a short stay. The staff are the friendliest people on the planet and if they cannot help you, nobody can! Don't be put off when visiting Detroit, it is a great city!
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Date of stay: April 2011Trip type: Traveled solo
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PRICE RANGE
$69 - $106 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United StatesMichiganDetroit
NUMBER OF ROOMS
23
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hostel Detroit
Which popular attractions are close to Hostel Detroit?
Nearby attractions include Mercury Burger Bar (0.3 miles), Motor City Wine (0.3 miles), and The Sugar House (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hostel Detroit?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, self serve laundry, and baggage storage.
What are some restaurants close to Hostel Detroit?
Conveniently located restaurants include Slows Bar BQ, Mercury Burger and Bar, and The Sugar House.
Is Hostel Detroit located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.6 miles away from the center of Detroit.
Are there any historical sites close to Hostel Detroit?
Many travelers enjoy visiting The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant (2.4 miles), Motown Museum (2.1 miles), and Willistead Manor (3.5 miles).