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3.5 of 5
525 West Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226
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Tigers Game Night
Doubletree by Hilton Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby
Doubletree by Hilton Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby
Doubletree by Hilton Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby
Doubletree by Hilton Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby
Doubletree by Hilton Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby
Doubletree by Hilton Detroit Downtown - Fort Shelby
Ranked #8 of 36 hotels in Detroit
4.0 of 5 stars 156 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Valet parking(10)
  • Very nice(8)
  • People mover(6)
  • Hotel shuttle(5)
  • Joe Louis arena(5)
  • Room service(4)
  • Red Wings game(3)
  • Great location(3)
  • Chocolate chip cookies(3)
  • Coffee maker(3)
Traveller rating
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    52
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    9
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Pittsburgh, PA
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Quiet, clean, comfortable and very friendly service”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

I stayed for one night in January to attend an event at Cobo Hall (which is a short three-block walk from the hotel). The room was spacious, clean, and well-equipped. The bed was a bit too soft for me, but others may like it. The walls were solid -- I couldn't hear any noise from adjoining rooms or the hallway. The front desk staff was incredibly friendly, offering tips for my visit and ensuring that I had everything that I needed. I would definitely stay here again.

Room Tip: Ask for a corner suite - it will have a bit more space than an interior suite.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Always ask questions...”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

Stayed here overnight. Nice place, love the decor! Quiet at the end of the hallway. Breakfast buffet was delicious, however if you have a voucher for breakfast, make sure you read the fine print. I didn't read the voucher and was then charged for breakfast because I ate hot food and not the complimentary cold food. My servers did not tell me this until after I had finished eating!

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Love Downtown Detroit”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

Whenever I am in Detroit I love to stay downtown. I am in Detroit about 3 times a year and I always like to stay at the Doubletree Fort Shelby. It is a nice, comfortable hotel. I like the fact that it is an old hotel that has been completely redone by Doubletree. I always ask for one of the corner 1 bedroom suites. These suites have plenty of room an are very reasonable price wise. It is just a block away from the People Mover which can take you close to all the great spots downtown. Very good service, restaurant, coffee place in the morning and of course room service. I will be back.

Room Tip: As for a 1 bedroom. A lot of times they have really great upgrade deals. Worth it.
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  • Stayed September 2011, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“A good reliable hotel in Downtown Detroit!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

We have a guys road trip every year, and it always starts in Detroit for a Red Wings game before we head to another US city for more sports events. For the past 3-4 years we have been coming to the Doubletree Fort Shelby and every year they do not let us down.

Can't beat the location - close to Joe Louis Arena and Cobo Hall, close to downtown attractions, close to tram station to get to the Greektown Casino, and we discovered this year they even have a complimentary shuttle service!

Alwyas friendly, always helpful staff. Some of the best, friendliest service I've ever seen at a hotel. Safe not working... we'll be right up. Need extra towels, we'll be right up. Something not right in the room, we'll be right up!

Room Tip: Haven't found a bad room yet in this hotel. Views really don't matter... it is Downtown Det...
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  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Atlanta
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Nice and Comfortable Hotel for Downtown Area”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2011

This was the 2nd time I've stayed here and will be coming back when I'm back in Detroit. The rooms are spacious and clean. The staff is always very helpful. Would recommend it if have to stay 'downtown'. The complimentary breakfast only includes a 'continental' @ the hotel restaurant, the only down side I can think of...

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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  • Doubletree Hotel Fort Shelby
Address: 525 West Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226
Price range (per night):* INR7,493 - 12,191

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