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300 South Thayer , Ann Arbor, MI 48104, United States of America
#35 of 35 hotels in Ann Arbor
Guests' ChoiceReview Score
Based on 294 hotel reviews
8.3Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.9
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Comfort
9.0
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Location
9.6
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Facilities
8.4
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Staff
9.2
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Value for money
7.7
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Free Wifi
8.2
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Reviewed: May 31, 2024
Barbara
United States of America3 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was small, but neat and nicely appointed.
The location was great. A quick walk to many restaurants and was very convenient to campus.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 26, 2024
Edward
United States of America1 review8.0“Great location, overcomes lackluster staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast is terrible and lackluster indifferent staff… The American flag bracket has been broken for well over a month. I reported on the condition 30 days ago and nothing has been done about it.
The location was great
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: May 14, 2024
Janine
United Kingdom43 Reviews2 helpful votes8.0“Definitely would stay here again!”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Ice machine outside room 108 was noisy. Furnishings in reception and carpets looking tired
Great Location. Fab Breakfast and convenient tea and coffee facilities available throughout the day. Lovely freshly baked cookies on an afternoon
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: April 16, 2024
Sharon
United States of America2 Reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Two Double Beds
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Wish there were more facilities onsite.
Location, location, location...amd the staff are just lovely
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 14, 2024
Annalise
United States of America14 Reviews9.0“Convenient, comfy, clean hotel”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location, super helpful staff, breakfast, service.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Margarita
United States of America1 review8.0“Was great location and comfortable lodging to visit University of Michigan.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
I wish there would be a mini fridge in the room. Our view was a brick wall of next building - I would prefer a better view. Vallet parking only, but at reasonable price of $25.
Location is super convenient for visiting University of Michigan. Meticulously clean and neatly arranged room, great quality bedding. Pretty good breakfast, freshly baked cookies in the afternoon; fruit bowl with apples, coffee and water with lemons all day long.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Ilana
United States of America6 Reviews7.0Good- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Is a classic property . Nice staff . Breakfast is a huge plus . Rooms a bit dated
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Robert
United States of America1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The breakfast was very nice. Table arrangement worked well. Hotel staff were very helpful. Hotel was clean. Disappointed in the water pressure. It was an old building but maintained well. Cost was high but we were close to the medical facilities that we had to use. As a note, the valet staff were very efficient and again helpful. We would stay at Bell Tower Inn again
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 26, 2024
Prabhat
India9 Reviews8.0“Comfortable”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Very high cost
Location close to University
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Kevin
United States of America5 Reviews9.0Wonderful- • Business trip
- • Group
- • King Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No Fridge in room
Location in the campus. Breakfast and coffee Papers in lobby
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Sara
United States of America1 review9.0“What a wonderful stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The thermostat in the room didn't seem to work. We turned it all the way down and it was still very, very warm. But we were able to open the window so it was okay.
The staff was amazing. Very friendly and helpful. The entire place was very clean. The rooms were wonderful and the bed very comfortable. We were able to open our room window.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Jonathan
United States of America5 Reviews7.0“Great location but not a great value.”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was very small, air conditioning did not work in the room, and huge step-up to get into bathroom, which, too, was small and underlit. Breakfast was just so-so: Coffee was very weak, “hot” items were lukewarm warm at best, and just not a very satisfying offering.
Location, cleanliness, staff’s willingness to please.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 6, 2024
Elizabeth
United States of America1 review9.0“The staff went out of their way to make our stay safe for me. I really appreciated it.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
We tried to adjust the temp. of the room but it kept blowing cold air.
My husband went down for breakfast each morning. He brought food up to the room for me, since I had had surgery.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: March 5, 2024
Orlando
United States of America3 Reviews8.0“A bit pricey, but charming and a great location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The room was quite small.
Great location. Old world charm. Great breakfast. Nice staff.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Joanna
United States of America6 Reviews7.0“Worth it for the location, but average in terms of accommodations.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • One-Bedroom Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bed was not very comfortable. Bathroom/amenities could have been nicer- especially given the room rate. Breakfast was not very good.
Amazing location. Clean nice room. Wonderful, helpful student employees.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: January 23, 2024
Suzette
United States of America1 review9.0Wonderful- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
didn't have breakfast
Stayed in January 2024
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Reviewed: December 20, 2023
Caroline
United States of America50 Reviews3 helpful votes7.0“Cozy stay in unique (not a chain) hotel.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Two Double Beds
- • Stayed 4 nights
only parking option is valet parking ($25/day)
Nice being at the edge of campus and town. 'could walk everywhere. nice, spacious dining area for breakfast cozy lobby with soothing music
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 18, 2023
Debi
United States of America23 Reviews8.0“Was a great trip with family. 8 of us stayed in 4 rooms and it worked out fine. Great location.”- • Group
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast very disappointing. Staff also not so helpful with some needs we had in evening. Bed uncomfortable.
Location and decor were great. Some day staff seemed genuine and available.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 18, 2023
Debi
United States of America23 Reviews8.0“Hotel is historic and very nice but there are some things that need updating.”- • Group
- • Double Room with Two Double Beds
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Breakfast was disappointing. We were told they take pride in how great their breakfast is. Breakfast is 7-10am and we went at 8am. Things were all basically gone and the staff working said she thought everyone would be gone by 8 so she didn’t make more food. Also, choices were basic and like a Holiday Inn. Bed was lumpy and not at all firm. Room space is tight and Bathroom has a step up/down into it. Very Dangerous for 88yo who fell coming out of the bathroom at night.
Location was great
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 12, 2023
Kevin
United States of America1 review9.0“Perfect place to stay when you want walking access to central campus.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Room
- • Stayed 1 night
no view from our room
Breakfast was lovely, location excellent! Loved the combination of the modern update along with the classic style.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: December 5, 2023
Julia
United States of America9 Reviews8.0Very Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King Suite with Balcony
- • Stayed 1 night
Truck noise at 4:30 am. Trash collection took very long.
Stayed in December 2023
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Reviewed: November 13, 2023
Cirla
United States of America32 Reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Great”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room with Two Double Beds
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Over priced
Location is outstanding
Stayed in November 2023
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Reviewed: September 29, 2023
Joan
United States of America5 Reviews8.0“Nice stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great location, desk staff incredibly nice, everything very clean, bed & linens very comfortable
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: September 12, 2023
Vincent
Ireland32 Reviews8.0“Nice hotel, in a perfect location.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Queen Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The only parking available is valet parking at $25 per night. I understood when I booked that free parking was available. $25 per night is very expensive.
We didn't avail of the breakfast. The location could not have been better.
Stayed in September 2023
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