Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Valet parking is also offered.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out availability and costs are not specified.

Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Downtown Detroit, near the Fox Theatre and Greenfield Village, with easy access to Comerica Park and Adventure Bay Family Water Park. It is also near a metro station.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies regarding free stays are not mentioned.

Hotel David Whitney, Autograph Collection

What guests think

At Hotel David Whitney, Autograph Collection, travelers praise the beautifully restored historic building, elegant lobby, and central, walkable location near Detroit’s stadiums and attractions, while consistently noting welcoming staff and spacious rooms with modern bathrooms and appealing views.

Some guests report service inconsistencies, including delayed or unanswered room service, difficulty reaching the front desk, and occasional valet problems or billing confusion. Noise or maintenance issues came up at times, such as fire alarms, an elevator out, lukewarm showers, and a few rooms described as dark or with minor defects. Dining feedback is mixed: several enjoyed the lobby bar and on-site restaurant, but others found breakfast limited or slow and room service pricey. Expect a striking historic stay with memorable spaces and occasional operational hiccups.

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Facilities

Historic building with a lively lobby bar and valet parking; some reported an elevator out and daytime construction noise.

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Daniel

26 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is simply stunning. They have done a fantastic job of remodeling. It is truly a classic. The room was a suite and was perfect. Classic appointments, comfortable and welcoming. The staff was also incredible. The bartender in the lobby bar, Evette, was very friendly and welcoming. Top notch employee. Desmond at the front desk was very helpful with great dining recommendations within walking distance. This was one of the best experiences I can remember in all my business travel. The one negative that prevented a 5 star review is that they are finishing the remodeling so there was a bit of noise in the daytime hours as they finish the work.

10

james

11 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Traffic was terrible. No parking spot outside hotel to drop off for valet to takeover vehicle.

6

Shannon

16 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived around 4pm. While waiting in line for the valet, I jumped out to check in where I was told valet parking was available and just wait in the line. After 30-minutes, they closed valet parking and told us we had to find parking elsewhere. My husband drove around and paid for overnight parking and then walked back, where they had the valet open! Then they charged us for valet parking!! The room was fine but not worth the price. The toilet seat was broken and not secured. Location is great for Ford Field and Comerica Park, but I wouldn’t pay that price for it again!

10

Kevin

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was super nice, The room was very spacious and even nicer than expected. The bar was great as well.

10

Houston

9 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, I loved the hotel. Quite nice. Only comment is that only one of the mere two elevators was working. One seemed to be stuck on floor 10.

8

Kevin

23 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The building was old and stately and well renovated. The staff members were friendly and attentive and helpful. Dining was limited. They only have valet parking. The cost exceeded the value for us.

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Christopher

10 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel, and the history is fantastic. Great location, amazing rooms, and very comfortable. Our only issue was that it is now Marriott and uses its terrible television service. After a long day, we wanted to crash and watch tv. Marriotts bonvoy TVs are terrible. It didn’t work, and there were no phones in the room to call the desk. For 400+ per night, the TVs should work!!

10

Deanna

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great atmosphere at all times in the lobby area. Top notch staff. Wonderful experience.

10

Maria

6 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay. Staff were excellent starting with Valet, Greeter, and Registration. Excellent piano performer in the cozy library lounge.

8

Stephen

26 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They are still completing some construction and breakfast currently isn’t available on property. Otherwise, a very nice hotel with good service. Well located in central downtown Detroit within easy walking distance to most stadiums and attractions.

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Cleanliness

Generally very clean rooms and well-maintained spaces, with several guests praising spotless accommodations. A few noted lapses like an unclean room, missed dishes, or a hallway odor.

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Kristen

2 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The David Whitney building has been beautifully restored making it easy to imagine it’s former glory. The staff at Aloft was friendly. The rooms and property were clean. This was our second stay here and I wouldn’t be opposed to staying at Aloft again in the future.

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Debra

16 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was great. Only complaint is the actual mug coffee cups were missed for washing both “appeared” to have dried coffee in the bottom.

10

Sue

24 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was a beautiful hotel in a great location. Our room was spacious and spotless. We would stay again.

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Michael

20 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenience to lot's of different things. Dislikes, room was not clean.

10

Joseph

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A . Staff was fantastic, room was super clean, view was perfect. There is no better place to stay in Detroit.

10

Ann

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel! Very clean! Friendly service! Convenient/walkable location to Comerica Park and Ford Field.

8

Chris

16 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A beautiful, historic hotel in the center of downtown. Everything was good but could have been amazing if not for a couple of things. 1) in the hallway on our floor there seemed to be a slight odor of sewage. It wasn’t horrible but it was noticeable. 2) there was a false fire alarm that went off several times during our 1 night’s stay. We had to wake up and get dressed and were instructed to evacuate (this part was not a problem), then after several minutes heard over an intercom that it was not a problem and that we could return to our rooms. This routine happened several times during the night so needless to say it was not a great night sleep. Not trying to be overly critical because things happen and I wouldn’t want anyone to avoid this hotel because of our bad luck. Like I said the place is beautiful, the staff is great and the restaurant is very good.

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Trish

30 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We felt very safe walking to nearby stores. It’s a great hotel very clean

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Bryan

18 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the view and the cleanliness

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James Clifford

19 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel was beautiful. The room was very clean, and I greatly appreciated the handheld shower and the full mattress enclosures on the mattresses to prevent parasite infestation. It really provided great piece of mind.

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and stylish, with impressive views mentioned by many. A few guests reported lobby noise or darker rooms.

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Patti

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful! The view was spectacular. Great location. So walkable.

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Dannielle

5 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Exceptionally beautiful property, very well maintained in the heart of Detroit. No attention to detail was spared on the design, etc. Rooms are large as well as the bathroom. Amazing staff and valet! I highly recommend.

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Camille

10 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall, easily the best hotel in Detroit. The hotel was in stellar shape, beautiful rooms, and spacious shower/bathroom. I spent a night there during a frustrating layover in Detroit and certainly had a fun evening. The staff (front desk + doorman/valet) aren’t the most attentive and for the price tag, I expected more protective help with luggage etc. No direct issues with them addressing issues & very hospitable.

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Julie

2 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very dark even with all lights on, curtains open. We were easily viewed from other rooms above. Ice maker on the level we stayed did not work. Attempted to order room service, waited an hour before calling front desk. Then was told they would put a rush on my order.. 40 minutes later, still no food. $35.50 for a chicken sandwich with automated tip and room service charge. Also bathroom light flickered, never fully turned on.

10

Pam

3 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Junior Suite was large and so beautiful. The restaurant next door was good

10

Melanie

24 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel with large rooms and modern bathrooms. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Very walkable area right from the hotel there is plenty to do

10

edwin

26 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Was nice to have an apartment size room. Great views of the area?

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bill

1 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,322 nights

Staff took forever to bring us sheets. Door lock was broken. Lobby noise kept us up all night and we were on the 4th floor.

10

Bree

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A beautiful hotel, especially love the lobby and unique decor of rooms.

10

Jazmine

17 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great views from the room. In the center of town. We walked everywhere from there! DIA, shopping, dinner. Staff was super nice and lobby and lobby bar is gorgeous.

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Service

Staff frequently praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful across valet, front desk, and bar. However, recurring complaints cite difficulty reaching the front desk, slow or missing room service, occasional rudeness, valet hiccups, and some billing disputes.

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Frank

19 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was nice but the staff is not very nice and actually hung up on me when I was trying to explain they charged me two times on my credit card and had already taken the money out of the bank,hopefully it will show up in a few days, anyway I was very frustrated with the hole experience 🙄

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Jennifer

12 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I ordered room service on Mother’s Day and they never delivered it and the front desk staff where so rude you don’t stay @ a 5 star hotel for this it’s un acceptable we will never stay again we are traveling from Florida and next time we visit we will not chose the Whitney

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Timothy

9 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

At this price, the hotel needs more staff. I had trouble connecting with the front desk for room service (15 minute hold, hung up on...). Valet is seemingly run by amateur staff. If you need to get to a job in the morning you're rolling the dice. Both days I had to hunt for a staff member to help get my car.

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Mary

2 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had delightful stay staff was all very courteous and helpful. The doorman Frank is a treasure.

10

Stephanie

1 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by David T. He personally took us to the front desk where Desmond got us checked in and to our room with super efficiency. Our room is gorgeous! Like stepping into a designer showroom. Bed is so comfortable, room was super quiet. I have stayed in many high end properties and this was one of the best! I would highly recommend it!!

10

Ryan

20 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Christmas tree was beautiful, and behind that was a warm welcoming, helpful staff. Two thumbs up to all!!

10

Lisa

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff member who checked me in was very gracious and helpful.

10

Deanna

24 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great atmosphere at all times in the lobby area. Top notch staff. Wonderful experience.

10

Todd

24 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing experience, I will never stay anywhere else in Detroit. Desmond is phenomenal and made the experience beyond exceptional

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Brianna

8 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Customer service was terrible , unable to reach the front desk and one of the employees simply stated that’s because they keep the phone off the hook. It was unsafe practice had we needed help . I would never stay here again and I hope others do not as well literally the valet staff were the only nice staff members.

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Location

Central downtown location praised for easy walks to Comerica Park, Ford Field, the PeopleMover, and many restaurants. Several guests also felt comfortable walking in the area.

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Joann

18 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location for the stadium district. Walking distance to a lot of great restaurants , bars, and shops.

10

Tom

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Greqt location right on the PeopleMover, walk to ecerything downtown, and excellent staff. Try the hot chicken sandwich in Pressleys Kitchen. Very cool place

10

Patti

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful! The view was spectacular. Great location. So walkable.

10

Anne

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a gorgeous hotel in a perfect location. People in Detroit, not just in the hotel, are amazingly nice. Great destinations.

8

Ayleen

10 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful hotel in the heart of downtown Detroit, great for leisure/business travel. Cozy lobby with live piano music. Recommended!

10

MARK

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great Hotel, central location for everything in Detroit.

10

Ann

15 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel! Very clean! Friendly service! Convenient/walkable location to Comerica Park and Ford Field.

10

Olivia

19 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location for walking to Detroit events like Comerica and ford field. Convenient dining and shopping. Beautiful hotel!

10

Christopher

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Get spot to stay when seeing a Tigers game, only 5 min walk. Classy hotel with everything you’ll need.

10

Jazmine

17 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great views from the room. In the center of town. We walked everywhere from there! DIA, shopping, dinner. Staff was super nice and lobby and lobby bar is gorgeous.

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Dining

Bar and on-site restaurant receive praise, with cocktails and some dishes highlighted; lobby ambiance with live music noted. Others found breakfast limited or slow and room service inconsistent or overpriced.

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Benjamin

25 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful building, I love the courtyard lobby. Desmon at the front desk was excellent, hooked us up with a nice upgraded room and some free breakfast vouchers. Kim with management was very friendly and eager to be helpful. Kevin at the bar was great and makes some killer cocktails. This was an unexpected overnight stay due to flight issues. I’d stay here again.

10

Tom

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Greqt location right on the PeopleMover, walk to ecerything downtown, and excellent staff. Try the hot chicken sandwich in Pressleys Kitchen. Very cool place

8

Deborah

15 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,340 nights

Great location at Grand Circus Park and great rehab of a historic building. However, service is minimal: housekeeping is only every 2 days, no restaurant so breakfast is from vending machines in a room off the lobby.

8

Janice

17 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was great. The restaurant could use some work. Room service was late, and our food wasn’t worth the cost.

10

Kevin

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel was super nice, The room was very spacious and even nicer than expected. The bar was great as well.

10

DONNA

29 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a vintage building that was remodeled into an absolutely stunning hotel! High-quality finishes everywhere! And a brand new restaurant named Presley‘s on the main floor that opened up… Excellent salads!

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Todd

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is breathtaking. The Mattress was old and did not allow us to get a good night sleep. We were seated in the restaurant after our sleepless night at a dirty table table. Empty water glasses were spotted No one came to get our order despite the restaurant being empty. The Dime Store was our new breakfast destination. That was GREAT!!

10

gianna

3 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stunning hotel, with great dining and drink options on the premises. Would recommend to anyone visiting Detroit.

10

Maria

6 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful stay. Staff were excellent starting with Valet, Greeter, and Registration. Excellent piano performer in the cozy library lounge.

6

Richard

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The hotel is nice but I was disappointed that the staff had absolutely no tourist information available even though they had previously sent a welcome email saying that if I needed anything just let them know. Also, I prefer a hotel with a nice breakfast buffet.

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Hotel David Whitney, Autograph Collection

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Hearing Access, Roll-In Shower)

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