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The Kensington Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Terrace/patio
Front of property - evening/night
Property amenity
Indoor pool
Property amenity
The Kensington Hotel sits near Briarwood Mall, creating a perfect balance of relaxation and activity. Guests can swim in the indoor pool, find quiet moments in the garden or library, and stay connected with in-room WiFi while enjoying meals at rel.ish restaurant.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 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)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 300 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • University of Michigan - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Briarwood Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Michigan Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Crisler Arena - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • U of M Hospital - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ann Arbor Station - 12 min drive
  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Kensington Hotel

Hotel near University of Michigan
Near Briarwood Mall, The Kensington Hotel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, rel.ish, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and express check-out
  • Luggage storage, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 200 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 3 to 15 for adults and USD 3 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • rel.ish

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 3.00 to 15.00 for adults, and USD 3.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Kensington Court
Kensington Court Ann Arbor
Kensington Court Hotel
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Kensington Ann Arbor
The Kensington Court
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Kensington Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kensington Hotel?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on Oct 12, 2025 start from $118.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Kensington Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee 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.

How much is parking at The Kensington Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Kensington Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Kensington Hotel located?

Located in Bryant Pattengill West, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Briarwood Mall and University of Michigan. Varsity Tennis Center and Buhr Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

The Kensington Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 599 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1012 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here many times. It is always clean, staff are friendly and the location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay - staff was so friendly! Some areas need updating but the rooms were clean & the beds comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt very comfortable and found the staff to be very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hote!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal front desk staff. Friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Good place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to a mall, I-94.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean/convenient and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shawonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal desk staff! 💫
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fun stay at the Kensington! Staff was welcoming and friendly, the room was clean, it was super close to everything we needed. We loved the little patio area with firepit. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kreigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, nice pool and hot tub area; sauna was down. Some construction around the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our “go to” hotel when visiting Ann Arbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THe hotel was close to shopping and downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Srinivas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, classy, great location, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised by the value... reasonable price for a very clean friendly hotel, room and nice pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the lit courtyard
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and the employees were nice and polite. The rooms were very comfortable and we had no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to crash to help our Freshman settle at UMich
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was super nice. Room was clean and check in was quick
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in person was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's an older hotel that's been renovated. It was clean and quiet but shows its age in a few spots. I think it's a good sub $100 a night place but I wouldn't pay more than that.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all so friendly and easy to talk with, the pool is massive, beds are super comfy! Will definitely be staying here again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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