Situated inside a sustainably-renovated 1898 building, the El Moore Lodge & Residences provides overnight accommodations for travelers and offers annual lease apartments in the Midtown Detroit area.
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Our room was very nice and the staff exceptional and accommodating in every way. This is a great location for enjoying the city. The room was very clean, bright and relaxing. The common area was a nice space to relax and enjoy. We had an excellent stay and highly recommend it.
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Date of stay: June 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from The El Moore Lodge, Innkeeper at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Jul 15, 2024
Thank you so much! We really appreciate the feedback and hope to be able to host you again the next time your in our neighborhood! Fondly, El Moore Lodge
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We had a thoroughly enjoyable experience at a reasonable price. There is so much positive, I don't know where to start. The lodge is located in Midtown that is undergoing a renaissance with many restaurants and bars and a bowling alley near Wayne State University. We had the Moore Suite and our son and daughter in law had a cozy garden level bunk bed room. The suite was not huge but roomy with a kitchen. The full size bed was very comfortable. The bathroom was roomy with an excellent shower. Dispensers of soap, shampoo and lotion were supplied that were very nicely scented.
The bunk room was for younger, adventurous people. Kids would love it. Your private bathroom is separate from the bunk room. We got a tour of the rooftop cabins. Wow!! They are a modern addition placed on top of the building. They have wood slat walls and glass walls on two sides giving a panoramic view of the city.
The organic continental breakfast had no protein on one day and a quiche another day, but it was delicious. The cherry coffee cake and granola with dried cherries is out if this world. Even the whole wheat English muffins were great. Coffee, juice, and fresh fruit were all tasty.
The hostesses at the front desk were amazing. Harriet and Myeea were super friendly and helpful. We met a couple of residents too that were warm and welcoming. We had long and fun talks with the staff and guests.
The lobby is comfortable and stocked with interesting books about Detroit. Speaking of Detroit, Midtown and Downtown are undergoing a renaissance. A modern tram is a short walk from the El Moore. For $2 you can ride it straight downtown. Buses also run along the tram line lane. Once downtown there is an elevated people mover that gives you a ride over downtown for 75¢. Downtown is unrecognizable from 10 years ago. It is modern and lively with bars, restaurants and historic buildings.
We had a great time at the El Moore and in Detroit.
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Date of stay: December 2019Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Welcome D, Host at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Jan 8, 2020
Hello and thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed account of your stay -- we're so happy you enjoyed our neighborhood and your stay at the Lodge! We truly hope you think of us the next time you'll stay in Detroit--consider us your home away from home! The staff at the El Moore
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I stayed two nights at the El Moore, and found it thoroughly pleasing. As I was traveling alone, I chose their least expensive room, The Hawthorn, with a bunk bed. It was all I needed. The mattress was comfortable, each bed had reading lights and curtains, and the room had ample storage and an iron board/iron. Also a phone charger. The bathroom was great and dedicated for use of The Hawthorn, and located across the hallway, with a keypad for access. This was fine even at night. The hotel is environmentally conscious in all they do, though not obtrusively so. Management lives on site so was available even if not at the desk. The lobby was lovely, with fresh flowers and loose-leaf teas and coffee available 24/7, and continental breakfast (juice, fruits. Icelandic yoghurts, oatmeal, granola, and fresh coffee cake). The atmosphere of the lobby/lounge with antiques and an impressive array of Detroit-themed books invited staying a while and chatting. A set of binoculars was available for backyard birding at the round corner window table. Location-wise, the El Moore was convenient to a variety of restaurants (see my review of La Feria), and other amenities. I used public transport and there are bus stops 5 mins walk away for lines 16 and 23, which take you to downtown Rosa Parks Transit Center ($2/trip). Around the corner from the RPTC, a nonstop bus is now available to DTW for $6 (has WIFI, plugs and a restroom).
There is no question I would stay at El Moore again!
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip:Â Free secured parking
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Response from El Moore Detroit, Innkeeper at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Apr 17, 2024
Thank you so much for spending some time reviewing your stay with us and including all of these wonderful tips and details for future travelers! We couldn't be happier with your thorough and thoughtful review! Thanks and see you again soon!
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My husband and I had a wonderful stay at The El Moore while attending a nearby concert in Detroit. We stayed in the Kasem room which was small but perfect for what we needed. It even had a window seat overlooking the park next door. The staff was VERY accommodating when we were checking in & out and even let us keep our vehicle parked in the lot after we checked out so we could shop & walk the neighborhood. Breakfast consisted of homemade quiche, fruit, and granola bars. This is a beautiful building that has been renovated. We hope to find another excuse to stay here again!
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from El Moore Detroit, Marketing at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Apr 18, 2022
Thank you so much! We are so pleased to hear your kind words about your stay--thank you for sharing them. It is our pleasure to be home to so many concertgoers coming to the area. We'll pass your compliment to Donna our in-house Quiche maven. We hope you consider staying with us again! The staff at the El Moore Lodge
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The staff reached out before I arrived with great information to make arrival go smoothly. I stayed in the Moonbeam cabin, and it was worth the extra cost to upgrade. The cabin was spacious, clean, and lovely balcony with great views of Detroit skyline. It also had a small refrig, sink, and trash to recycle items.
The location was near a small market on the corner, and restaurants. My favorite was walking route to the Source Bookstore on Cass Avenue.
Finally all staff were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Truly awesome!
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Welcome Desk, Innkeeper at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Jul 19, 2023
Thank you so much! We are so pleased that you were able to explore the our neighborhood with the El Moore as your home base! We hope you visit us again and want to thank you again sincerely for taking the time to write about your stay with us. The Staff at El Moore Lodge
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I'm always looking for solid accommodation options beyond the core of Detroit as most anything in town is so pricey. Found the El Moore and it was certainly walkable to downtown (roughly 20 - 30 mins.). You just have to be mindful of the walk at night especially if you are alone. Use common sense or cab it. The grounds are very secure; felt safe leaving the car in their lot (for free). Speaking of the grounds - well kept and just beautiful. Had my morning coffee in the gardens. Blissful. Stayed in the Holly with my son, a bunk room. Very comfortable for two, impeccably clean. Great shower. No TV however, but the room is designed primarily for sleeping which is just fine if your agenda is out and about. The staff, very friendly and helpful. Nice little continental breakfast available in the welcoming Parlor. I would stay here again; a great value.
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Date of stay: July 2024
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Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from El Moore Detroit, Innkeeper at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Jul 29, 2024
Thanks Eddie! So pleased you enjoyed your stay and thank you for taking the time to share a bit about your experience. We are spoiled with so much in the neighborhood to share with our guests. We hope to see you again soon!
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We stayed 2 nights in El Moore lodge in Sunrise cabin one of the roof top cabins. This place definitely has the wow factor. It is one of the most unique places we have stayed. Detroit was our first stop on. US road trip and this was an excellent start to our trip. We were warmly greeted on arrival by Harriet. We were directed to our cabin and when we went inside but the look and quality and the views were spectacular. The room was clean and comfortable and we had everything we needed. We had breakfast in the parlour each day and treated to a wide variety of breakfast food and drinks. We were able to walk to bars and restaurants in the evening and highly recommend Motorcity Brewing Works for beer pizza and good chat. If we visit Detroit again we will definitely stay in El Moore. It’s a fabulous space. I could say so much more but it was simply stunning.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip:Â Parking is free in the gated car park
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Response from Welcome Desk, Innkeeper at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Sep 29, 2023
Wow what can we say? Thanks so much! It was a joy to get to know you and be part of your American road-trip adventure! The folks at Motor City Brewing are special people and we are so pleased you had a chance to spend time in our neighborhood and explore. We really hope you do come back to Detroit now that you have a home base here! We'll keep the coffee, tea and conversation flowing until you return!
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I just loved my stay here for 5 nights. It was such a refreshing change after many souless hotels. The staff and local community are a fountain of knowledge on the local area and are more than willing to help. The Palour room was a great opportunity to enjoy conversations and coffee! I hope I can return.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Welcome D, Host at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Feb 13, 2020
Melissa, We hope your trip home was uneventful and we are so pleased and thankful that you chose to make the El Moore your home in Detroit and that you took the time out to write such kind words about your stay. The neighborhood misses you already! The staff at the El Moore Lodge
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The El Moore is absolute gem inside and out. The grounds are beautiful (nice touch with the bird feeder), gated parking and the rooms and lodge were spotless. The parlor offers a nice spot to mingle and grab breakfast. The staff were some of the nicest people ever, who were excited to share places to check out in Detroit. El Moore is located in Midtown, with options for coffee, breweries, dinner, and we even walked to a Detroit Tigers game. The lodge was a quick drive to the Eastern Market, Riverwalk, Belle Isle, and the iconic Buddy’s pizza. El Moore also had a public garden next door and a small grocery store with delicious food options. When, not if, we come back to Detroit, we would hands down stay at the El Moore again.
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from El Moore Detroit, Innkeeper at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Apr 17, 2024
Thank you! We are so pleased it seems you enjoyed exploring out little corner of Detroit! We truly hope you'll stay with us the next time your adventures bring you to the neighborhood! See you soon!
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Decided to try something different for a recent Detroit visit so I opted for El Moore Lodge. Booked "Holly" which was perfect for my friend and I. The property is gorgeous, all the staff with whom we interacted were wonderful & the location is great for restaurants, bars and a visit to the Detroit Institute of Arts. Hope to return soon & book one of the rooms on a higher floor....
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Date of stay: September 2021
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Response from Welcome Desk, Innkeeper at El Moore Lodge & Residences
Responded Sep 30, 2021
Thanks so much for the kind words! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay in the Bunkhouse and that you enjoyed the spending time in our neighborhood as well! We will be happy to host you again! Thanks so much! The Staff at the El Moore Lodge
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Hi there! We do have an elevator that accesses all floors of the building. Please note that our Rooftop Cabins do have 2-3" thresholds at their doors. Otherwise, our Parkview Rooms and Bunkrooms have no such threshold. One of the Parkview Rooms, the Benedict, is fully ADA compliant, with a curbless shower and ample room for a wheelchair. Please feel free to reach out to us with any further questions! - Maureen
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Thank you for reaching out!
Yes you can. The Detroit Medical Center is a 7 minute walk from the Lodge. It is 1.1 miles from our location and is safe to walk to and from day or night.
Please feel free to give us a call here at the Lodge if you have any further questions. It will be our pleasure!
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Hello Shelly,
Yes it would be. Little Caesar's Arena is a 1 mile walk from the El Moore Lodge along our main avenue, Woodward. The Streetcar, the Q-line is also a straight-shot from the Arena to Canfield station, the closest station to us here in Midtown.
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I would say that they enhanced our experience and was a reason that I chose to stay here vs. a chain hotel or other establishment in the city. It was nice to see the reclaimed materials used in the rooms, energy efficient features throughout the Lodge, and to learn about their water conservation efforts and on-going developments to improve and engage the community. It's really a great area with lots of history and just steps from Woodward.
There are more places to choose from in the Detroit area.
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$102 - $188 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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11
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