The Kensington Hotel

Suburban hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour business center

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

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.

VIP Access

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
24/7 front desk
Pool
Gym
Pet friendly

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Room options

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Tonight

Sep 11 - Sep 12

Tomorrow

Sep 12 - Sep 13

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic 2 Doubl)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

300 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Classic 2 Double Beds NonSmoking)

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

300 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King NonSmoking)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

300 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Elite - King with Sleeper Balcony Acc)

Good

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

300 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic King)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

300 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Access Roll in Shower King)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

300 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive Elite King with Sleeper Sof)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony (Deluxe - 2 Double Beds Balcony Access)

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Pillowtop bed

Separate bedroom

300 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, The Kensington Hotel is in Bryant Pattengill West, a neighborhood in Ann Arbor with great shopping. Cobblestone Farm and Law Quadrangle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Varsity Tennis Center and Revel and Roll. Buhr Park and Yost Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking/biking trails, and mountain biking.

Visit our Ann Arbor travel guide

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
‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬6 min walk
‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬8 min walk
‪Mark's Midtown Coney Island - ‬1 min drive
‪Red Robin - ‬5 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
A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
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

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

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

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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The Kensington Court

The Kensington Hotel Hotel

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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 Sep 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on Sep 14, 2025 start from $117.0, 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).