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The Kensington Hotel

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

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Terrace/patio
Property amenity
Indoor pool
Property amenity
Front of property - evening/night
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$238
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

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View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic 2 Doubl)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top 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
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Classic 2 Double Beds NonSmoking)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Classic King NonSmoking)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 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, pillow-top 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
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible Classic King)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top 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
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 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
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed (Executive King)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
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, pillow-top beds, desk

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
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, pillow-top beds, desk

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • University of Michigan - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Briarwood Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Michigan Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Crisler Arena - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • U of M Hospital - 8 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Panda Express - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mothfire Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪P.F. Chang's China Bistro - ‬6 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), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
  • Wedding services, 10 meeting rooms and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 200 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

Languages

English, Korean, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6 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 centre
  • Conference centre

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
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are 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 18 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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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 7 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kensington Hotel on 7 Sept 2025 start from AU$238.26, including 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 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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?

Checkout 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 miles (3 km).

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The Kensington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shawonda

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

10/10 Excellent

Srinivas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
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

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

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Staff was great. Really enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

8/10 Good

Rey

Liked: Amenities
The staff are very welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Stay was friendly. Close to local sites.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff there are very friendly and definitely recommend for people looking for affordable trips.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Willie

Liked: Staff & service
A little dated but staff very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service and check-in experience! Hotel was beautiful, but slightly dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

ANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night along the way to our vacation. It’s easy to get there, but there’s nothing special about this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the hotel was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just a nice hotel in general. Very clean and the bed was comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Thank y’all for the stay good staff and nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely grounds but outdated rooms with very small bathrooms that lacked fans or ventilation. Staff is great, lobby is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was my favorite part. Rooms are nice. Staff is lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice the hotel was good the only thing wish breakfast was included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. The room was spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable. Stayed one night, just passing through. We had breakfast in the restaurant which seemed to be having trouble keeping up. Food was ok. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and welcoming. Pool area was nice, and well maintained. Location is very central to highway and shopping:
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant staff was amazing when they could not make any of the desert lactose free they showed us a place that does. Plus front staff was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025