Best for
Step inside the Guardian Building’s public lobby to see Detroit’s celebrated decorative tilework, adding an architectural detour to your Woodward Avenue walks.
Best for
Step inside the Guardian Building’s public lobby to see Detroit’s celebrated decorative tilework, adding an architectural detour to your Woodward Avenue walks.
What makes it special
Visit Rivera Court at the Detroit Institute of Arts to study the Detroit Industry murals, connecting the city’s manufacturing history with monumental painting.
Room to consider
Choose a Study King Terrace room for a private outdoor terrace above downtown Detroit, giving your Shinola stay space beyond the bedroom.
Insider tip
Walk the Dequindre Cut greenway to discover murals along a former railway corridor, pairing Detroit’s industrial landscape with its outdoor art scene.
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Shinola Hotel sits on Woodward Avenue in downtown Detroit, where the city's retail history, music culture, architecture, and new creative energy meet. The hotel brings together restored buildings and new construction in the historic shopping district, a short walk from Capitol Park, Campus Martius, theatres, sports arenas, restaurants, and the Detroit riverfront.
It is a design-led hotel with a strong sense of craft, shaped by Detroit materials, local character, and the Shinola brand's eye for detail. The mood is warm, urban, and personal, with public spaces that feel made for lingering rather than passing through.
The Den Room gives two guests a king bed and about 330–425 square feet of studio-style space. Several configurations fall within this category. Each has an open sleeping and sitting area, plus a small foyer that marks the entrance.
The design reflects the building's varied architecture, with custom fixtures and furniture. A purpose-made mattress is finished with Italian cotton sheets. Signature Shinola robes and Rayl's bath amenities bring the same attention to the bathroom routine.
Coffee and tea are easy to prepare with the room's coffee maker and kettle. The minibar is fully stocked. If you prefer a meal in your room, in-room dining is available; laundry and dry cleaning can also be arranged.
Use the Shinola Bluetooth speaker for music or choose from the HDTV's premium channels. The room supports Chromecast and Apple TV, with complimentary Wi-Fi for your devices. A secure safe provides storage for valuables.
The Den Room gives two guests a king bed and about 330–425 square feet of studio-style space. Several configurations fall within this category. Each has...
The Cass Room in this category has the standard Cass King layout, measuring about 430–580 square feet. A king bed sleeps up to two guests. Each room has its own configuration, with sleeping and living quarters adjoining one another.
A dedicated foyer leads into the room, and the bathroom has a bright, airy character. Some Cass King rooms feature stairs; mention access needs when choosing your room. The fittings and furniture are custom designed, while the amenities include items from local makers.
Custom mattresses and Italian cotton sheets provide the bed's finish. Shinola robes, Rayl's bath products and a stocked minibar are included. A coffee maker and kettle cover hot drinks, with in-room dining available for meals.
Music comes through the Shinola Bluetooth speaker, while an HDTV offers premium channels, Chromecast and Apple TV. Connect through complimentary Wi-Fi and store valuables in the safe. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are available for longer stays.
The Cass Room in this category has the standard Cass King layout, measuring about 430–580 square feet. A king bed sleeps up to two guests....
The Alcove Room faces Detroit's eastern skyline through atelier windows that rise 20 feet. Its king bed is placed to enjoy the view. With about 410 square feet, this is an intimate room for up to two guests.
A dedicated seating area lets you work or relax away from the bed. This room shares the Canfield Suite's atelier-window style on a more intimate scale. Its furniture and fixtures are custom designed, with amenities selected from local makers.
A custom-made mattress and Italian cotton sheets dress the bed, while Shinola robes and Rayl's bath products are supplied. The fully stocked minibar, coffee maker and kettle keep drinks within reach. In-room dining can be ordered as well.
The Shinola Bluetooth speaker lets you bring your music into the room. An HDTV supplies premium channels, Chromecast and Apple TV, alongside complimentary Wi-Fi. A safe, laundry and dry-cleaning services cover practical needs.
The Alcove Room faces Detroit's eastern skyline through atelier windows that rise 20 feet. Its king bed is placed to enjoy the view. With about...
A private outdoor terrace sets the Study Terrace Room apart from the other Study layouts. This one-of-a-kind room has a king bed and measures about 315 square feet. It accommodates two guests above the streets of downtown Detroit.
The bed has a custom-made mattress and Italian cotton sheets, with Shinola robes ready to wear. Rayl's bath products are provided as part of the room's signature amenities. Custom fixtures and furniture sit alongside amenities from local makers in the room.
A coffee maker and kettle let you prepare a hot drink before stepping outside. The fully stocked minibar offers more refreshment options. In-room dining is available, so you can choose to have a meal brought to your room.
For quiet time indoors, use the Shinola Bluetooth speaker or the HDTV's premium channels. Chromecast and Apple TV are supported, and Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout your stay. The room also has a safe, with laundry and dry cleaning available.
A private outdoor terrace sets the Study Terrace Room apart from the other Study layouts. This one-of-a-kind room has a king bed and measures about...
Set in the historic Singer Building, the Cass Terrace Room has a split-level layout with stairs. It measures about 550 square feet and has a king bed for two guests. High ceilings and large windows give the interior its architectural character.
Living and sleeping quarters connect in an open arrangement, with a vanity and bathroom alongside. The terrace overlooks Woodward Avenue and is shared with two other guest rooms. Ask about privatization when booking if exclusive outdoor use is important to you.
The custom mattress is made up with Italian cotton sheets. Shinola robes and Rayl's bath products are provided, as are a coffee maker, kettle and stocked minibar. You also have access to in-room dining for meals.
A Shinola Bluetooth speaker accompanies the HDTV and its premium channels. Chromecast and Apple TV are supported, with Wi-Fi included at no charge. An in-room safe, laundry and dry-cleaning services complete the practical equipment and services.
Set in the historic Singer Building, the Cass Terrace Room has a split-level layout with stairs. It measures about 550 square feet and has a...
This Cass Room is the one-bedroom layout, with a king bed and about 570 square feet. The sleeping quarters are separate from a dedicated living area, making this a useful choice when privacy matters. It accommodates up to two guests.
Floor-to-ceiling windows look onto The Birdy Room's atrium and Detroit landmarks. The outlook includes the Metropolitan and Wurlitzer buildings, Comerica Park and the Detroit Athletic Club.
A custom mattress is dressed in Italian cotton sheets. Shinola robes and Rayl's bath products are supplied. Make coffee or tea with the in-room facilities, or choose a drink from the stocked minibar.
The Shinola Bluetooth speaker, premium-channel HDTV, Chromecast and Apple TV cover music and viewing. Wi-Fi is complimentary, and a safe is fitted. In-room dining, laundry and dry cleaning are available during your stay.
This Cass Room is the one-bedroom layout, with a king bed and about 570 square feet. The sleeping quarters are separate from a dedicated living...
The Study Room brings Shinola's signature details into a compact Detroit base. It measures about 275–325 square feet and sleeps two guests. Choose a queen or king bed when booking; both options use a custom-made mattress and Italian cotton sheets.
Shinola bathrobes and Rayl's bath products are provided for your daily routine. The room's fixtures and furniture are custom designed, while amenities from local makers form part of the hotel's approach to each guest space.
A stocked minibar keeps refreshments close by. You can make coffee in the room or use the kettle for tea. In-room dining is available, along with laundry and dry-cleaning services when you need them.
For entertainment, pair your music with the Shinola Bluetooth speaker or watch the HDTV's premium channels. Chromecast and Apple TV are supported. Complimentary Wi-Fi keeps devices connected, and a secure in-room safe stores valuables.
The Study Room brings Shinola's signature details into a compact Detroit base. It measures about 275–325 square feet and sleeps two guests. Choose a queen...
The Gallery Suite has a king bed and about 568–662 square feet. Large windows frame city views, while a comfortable seating area gives you another place to spend time. The suite accommodates up to two guests.
A large oak desk provides a proper place to work. The bathroom has a deep soaking tub, double sinks and a dedicated vanity. Rayl's bath products are stocked, with signature Shinola robes ready to use afterwards.
Italian cotton sheets cover the custom-made mattress. For refreshments, there is a fully stocked minibar, a coffee maker and a kettle. In-room dining gives you another option for a meal without leaving the suite.
Play music through the Shinola Bluetooth speaker or use the HDTV with premium channels. Chromecast, Apple TV and complimentary Wi-Fi are included among the room's technology. A safe, laundry and dry-cleaning services add practical support.
The Gallery Suite has a king bed and about 568–662 square feet. Large windows frame city views, while a comfortable seating area gives you another...
The Loft Suite offers about 697–739 square feet, with a king bed and room for two guests. Its loft-style layout gives you space to spread out. Individual configurations and views vary, so there is no single outlook across the category.
The dining and living areas join together, with the dining space also serving as a place to work. An open, airy bedroom completes the arrangement. The deep soaking tub provides a separate place to unwind in the bathroom.
A custom mattress, Italian cotton sheets and Shinola robes are part of the room's signature finish. Rayl's bath products are supplied. Coffee and tea facilities sit alongside a stocked minibar for drinks in the suite.
A Shinola Bluetooth speaker handles music, while the premium-channel HDTV supports Chromecast and Apple TV. Internet access is complimentary over Wi-Fi, and an in-room safe is provided. You can also request in-room dining, laundry and dry cleaning.
The Loft Suite offers about 697–739 square feet, with a king bed and room for two guests. Its loft-style layout gives you space to spread...
French doors connect the Den Terrace Room to a shared terrace overlooking Woodward Avenue. The room measures about 375 square feet, with a king bed for two guests. Its studio-style interior joins the living and sleeping areas in one open layout.
The terrace is shared with two other guest rooms. You may inquire about privatization with the reservations team when booking, but exclusive use is not included by default.
Inside, a custom mattress and Italian cotton sheets furnish the bed. Shinola bathrobes and Rayl's bath products are supplied. There is a coffee maker, a kettle and a stocked minibar, with in-room dining available too.
A Shinola Bluetooth speaker, premium-channel HDTV, Chromecast and Apple TV provide entertainment. Wi-Fi is complimentary, and valuables can be kept in the safe. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are also offered during your stay.
French doors connect the Den Terrace Room to a shared terrace overlooking Woodward Avenue. The room measures about 375 square feet, with a king bed...
The Canfield Suite frames Detroit's eastern skyline with atelier windows and 20-foot ceilings. It measures about 800 square feet and has a king bed for two guests. City views can be enjoyed from bed as well as from the living spaces.
A dedicated dining area joins a spacious living area and bespoke wet bar. The gas fireplace adds warmth, while a Shinola turntable and access to the vinyl library supply music. An ample oak desk provides a separate place to work.
The bathroom has a deep soaking tub and Rayl's bath products. Shinola robes are supplied, and Italian cotton sheets cover the custom mattress. A stocked minibar, coffee maker and kettle give you options for refreshments in the suite.
Bluetooth speakers and premium-channel HDTV add further entertainment, with Chromecast and Apple TV supported. Complimentary Wi-Fi and a safe are included. In-room dining, laundry and dry-cleaning services can be used during your stay.
The Canfield Suite frames Detroit's eastern skyline with atelier windows and 20-foot ceilings. It measures about 800 square feet and has a king bed for...
The Hideout Penthouse has a private terrace and is about 860 square feet. Its king bed sleeps two guests. From the outdoor seating, you can see the eastern skyline, Comerica Park and the Detroit Athletic Club.
The living space has a fireplace and a Shinola turntable. There are distinct dining and entertaining areas. Pocket doors give the bedroom privacy. It adjoins a vanity and bathroom. A guest half bath serves the living areas.
This penthouse is ADA compliant and has mobility-accessible features. The custom mattress comes with Italian cotton sheets. Shinola robes and Rayl's bath products are provided. A stocked minibar, coffee maker and kettle supply drinks.
Use the Bluetooth speaker for music or watch premium channels on the HDTV. It supports Chromecast and Apple TV. Wi-Fi comes at no charge, and a safe is included. You can order in-room dining. Laundry and dry cleaning are also available.
The Hideout Penthouse has a private terrace and is about 860 square feet. Its king bed sleeps two guests. From the outdoor seating, you can...
The Attic Suite occupies the seventh floor of the historic T.B. Rayl Building. It has a king bed and about 860–905 square feet, with city views from this upper-floor setting. Up to two guests can stay in the suite.
Separate living and sleeping quarters divide the space into distinct parts. The spacious sitting area has a television and a Shinola turntable. A full bathroom serves the bedroom, while a guest half bathroom adds convenience for visitors.
The custom-made mattress comes with Italian cotton sheets. Shinola bathrobes and Rayl's bath products are supplied, along with a stocked minibar. A coffee maker and kettle let you prepare hot drinks without ordering them in.
Complimentary wireless internet, premium TV channels, Chromecast and Apple TV cover everyday connection and viewing. A Shinola Bluetooth speaker adds another music option. The suite also includes a safe, with in-room dining, laundry and dry-cleaning services available.
The Attic Suite occupies the seventh floor of the historic T.B. Rayl Building. It has a king bed and about 860–905 square feet, with city...
Named for Shinola's first timepiece, the Runwell Penthouse has a king bed and about 980 square feet. French doors open to a shared terrace above Woodward Avenue. Views follow the city centre towards the riverfront and the historic corridor towards Midtown.
The terrace is shared with two other guest rooms; inquire about privatization during booking. Inside, open living and dining areas lead from a spacious foyer. There is an oak desk, a Shinola turntable and a guest half bathroom near the entrance.
Pocket doors close off the bedroom. Its bathroom has a deep soaking tub, double sinks, a large shower and a separate water closet. Shinola robes, Rayl's products and Italian cotton bed linen are supplied for two guests.
A stocked minibar and coffee and tea facilities cover drinks. Bluetooth speakers, premium-channel TV, Chromecast and Apple TV provide entertainment, with complimentary Wi-Fi for other devices. A safe, in-room dining and laundry services are available.
Named for Shinola's first timepiece, the Runwell Penthouse has a king bed and about 980 square feet. French doors open to a shared terrace above...
A wraparound terrace links every room of the Argonite Penthouse through French doors. Outdoor seating, skyline views and a fireplace make it a place to gather. The penthouse measures about 1,000 square feet and has a king bed for two guests.
The living space holds a second fireplace, a Shinola turntable and Bluetooth speakers. A dining area joins a large wet bar with a peninsula and barstools. Guests have a half bathroom, separate from the bedroom's main bathroom.
Pocket doors partition the living and sleeping quarters. The bathroom includes a deep soaking tub, double sinks and a dedicated vanity. A custom mattress, Italian cotton sheets, Shinola robes and Rayl's products complete the bedroom and bath appointments.
A coffee maker, kettle and stocked minibar provide drinks. The HDTV has premium channels, Chromecast and Apple TV, with complimentary Wi-Fi and a safe also fitted. In-room dining, laundry and dry-cleaning services are available.
A wraparound terrace links every room of the Argonite Penthouse through French doors. Outdoor seating, skyline views and a fireplace make it a place to...
The Bedrock Penthouse opens through French doors onto a fifth-floor terrace above Woodward Avenue. Outdoor seating gives you space to enjoy the city views. This 1,000-square-foot penthouse accommodates two guests in a king bed.
The open dining area also works as a workspace, and a fireplace anchors the living area. Floor-to-ceiling pocket doors can close off the adjoining bedroom. A Shinola turntable, Bluetooth speakers and access to the vinyl library add music to the setting.
The bathroom has a deep soaking tub, double sinks, a large shower and a separate water closet. Italian cotton sheets dress the custom mattress. Shinola bathrobes and Rayl's bath products are provided, along with a coffee maker and kettle.
The minibar is stocked for refreshments. Premium TV channels, Chromecast and Apple TV are available, as are complimentary Wi-Fi and a safe. You can use in-room dining, laundry and dry-cleaning services during your stay.
The Bedrock Penthouse opens through French doors onto a fifth-floor terrace above Woodward Avenue. Outdoor seating gives you space to enjoy the city views. This...
The location places guests in the middle of downtown Detroit. Woodward Avenue is one of the city's main spines, linking the riverfront, commercial core, sports district, and cultural landmarks farther north. From the hotel, guests can walk to shops, bars, restaurants, offices, and event venues without needing to plan every move around a car.
Campus Martius is close for seasonal events, outdoor seating, and winter skating. The Fox Theatre, Comerica Park, Ford Field, and Little Caesars Arena are also within easy reach. For travelers who want to understand modern Detroit, the address works well. It puts the stay near both historic architecture and the city's present-day dining, design, and entertainment scene.
The hotel has 129 rooms and suites, each shaped by a residential sense of comfort rather than a standard chain layout. Expect warm woods, leather, layered textiles, custom furniture, and thoughtful lighting. Rooms feel tailored and tactile, with details that reward slow attention. The design is polished, but it still feels relaxed enough for a weekend stay or a longer business trip.
Some rooms are compact and efficient, while larger suites and penthouse-style spaces add living areas and more dramatic city views. The variety fits the hotel's building mix. Instead of one repeated floor plan, the property has a more individual rhythm, with corners, proportions, and details that reflect its restored setting. This gives the stay a boutique feel in the center of downtown.
The Living Room is one of the hotel's signature spaces. It feels like a refined city lounge, with comfortable seating, art, books, warm lighting, and a steady social hum. Guests use it for morning coffee, informal meetings, quiet reading, or drinks before dinner. It sets the tone for the whole hotel: crafted, inviting, and deeply tied to the idea of hospitality as a shared space.
The public areas are not just corridors between room and restaurant. They are part of the experience. Detroit's creative character comes through in the materials, artwork, and mood. The hotel suits guests who care about design but do not want a cold gallery feeling. Everything is edited, but the spaces still feel lived in.
San Morello is the hotel's Italian restaurant, set at street level with a lively dining room and a strong downtown presence. The menu leans toward southern Italian cooking, wood-fired dishes, handmade pasta, seafood, and simple flavors handled with care. It works for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a polished meal before a show or game.
The restaurant also keeps the hotel connected to the street. Large windows, city movement, and a warm interior make it feel part of downtown rather than hidden away. Guests can dine here without leaving the building, then step into Woodward Avenue for the rest of the night. That easy flow is one of the strengths of the hotel.
Evening Bar gives the hotel a more intimate mood. It is a low-lit cocktail space with a polished but comfortable feel, suited to a quiet drink, a date night, or a final stop after dinner. The room adds another layer to the hotel's personality, balancing the brighter social energy of the Living Room and San Morello.
Behind the hotel, Parker Alley adds a different Detroit texture. This small lane has shops and casual food spots linked to the Shinola block, including The Brakeman and Penny Red's. It gives the property a neighborhood feel, even in the middle of downtown. Guests can move from fine dining to cocktails to a relaxed alley setting without losing the hotel's design thread.
The Birdy Room is one of the hotel's best-known event spaces. With a glass roof, greenery, and a light-filled setting, it brings a garden-like mood into the city. It is used for weddings, private dinners, celebrations, and gatherings that need a more memorable atmosphere than a standard ballroom.
This event side of the hotel is important to its identity. Shinola Hotel is not only a place for overnight guests. It also works as a downtown gathering point, a place where Detroit residents and visitors meet for meals, events, and special occasions. The design gives these moments a clear sense of place.
Staying here makes it easy to explore Detroit in layers. Guests can begin with downtown architecture, move toward the riverfront, visit the Guardian Building, or ride to the Detroit Institute of Arts and Midtown museums. Music history, automotive heritage, sports, food, and design all sit within a manageable city plan.
The hotel is especially useful for travelers who want a walkable downtown base. Many of Detroit's best restaurants and bars are nearby, and ride services make longer moves simple. A stay can be built around work, a concert, a game, an art weekend, or a broader city visit. The hotel gives that plan a refined home base.
Shinola Hotel works because its craft story feels connected to Detroit rather than added as decoration. Materials, furniture, lighting, and service all point toward a careful, built-to-last attitude. The result is not flashy. It is tactile and confident, with enough warmth to keep the design from feeling precious.
The hotel's best details are often small. A chair with the right weight, a lamp that makes a room feel softer, a hallway with texture, or a lobby corner that invites a longer pause. These choices shape the stay in a quiet way. They also make the hotel feel distinct from other downtown properties.
Shinola Hotel is best for travelers who want Detroit through design, food, and walkable city life. It brings together 129 crafted rooms, Woodward Avenue access, San Morello, Evening Bar, Parker Alley, The Birdy Room, and public spaces that feel both stylish and welcoming. The hotel is deeply urban, yet it has the comfort of a well-made home. For a Detroit stay with character, craft, and a strong downtown address, it gives the city a memorable frame.
San Morello brings wood-fired Southern Italian cooking to the ground floor, where housemade pasta and pizza give you a reason to stay for dinner.
Evening Bar sits beyond the lobby, with classic-technique cocktails and bar bites in an intimate setting that makes a nightcap feel separate from arrival.
Live jazz in Shinola’s Living Room brings Detroit’s music culture into the hotel, giving guests an intimate setting to listen together.
1400 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226, United States
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Yes. Shinola Hotel is a strong Detroit choice for travelers who want design, dining, walkability, and a boutique downtown stay. The hotel feels local and polished, with crafted interiors, lively restaurants, and a location in the historic Woodward shopping district.
Shinola Hotel is at 1400 Woodward Avenue in downtown Detroit. The location places guests near Parker's Alley, Campus Martius, The Belt, Guardian Building, Comerica Park, Ford Field, and Little Caesars Arena.
Shinola Hotel has 129 boutique rooms, including guest rooms, suites, penthouses, and distinctive layouts. The smaller scale helps the hotel feel personal, while the variety of room designs gives guests more character than a standard city hotel.
Rooms are stylish and residential, with mid-century modern decor, custom furnishings, local maker details, and a warm Detroit feel. Travelers choose the hotel when they want thoughtful design, comfortable space, and a stay that reflects the city around them.
Yes. First-time visitors get a central base for downtown restaurants, sports venues, shops, architecture, and cultural stops. The hotel is especially useful for travelers who want to explore on foot and return to a lively, design-led setting.
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