Detroit Foundation HotelEST. 2017
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The Detroit Foundation Hotel was forged from the city’s former Fire Department Headquarters.
Inside our rooms, earthy tones, bright whites, exposed brick and clean lines all dance in lockstep, allowing the elegant interiors to emit a sense of calm.
The Lowdown
Venue use
Space with stayBest for these Occasions
anniversary
Bachelor / Bachelorette party
bridal shower
corporate event
dinner party
elopementengagement party
Product Launch
rehearsal dinner / Welcome Reception
Reunion
social eventvow renewal
wedding ceremony
wedding receptionVenue type
Hotel / Resort / SpaRestaurant / Private DiningBoutique Hotel
Views
cityscape
Style
CasualIndustrialModernRetroUrban
Venue Settings
Bridging the past and the present, the Detroit Foundation Hotel was forged from the city’s former Fire Department Headquarters, and today presents guests with a remarkable mix of iconic design and modern luxury. Inside our rooms, earthy tones, bright whites, exposed brick and clean lines all dance in lockstep, allowing the elegant interiors to emit a sense of calm. Meanwhile, plush furnishings and thoughtful amenities ensure a rejuvenating stay in the heart of Downtown Detroit.
Capacity
120Seated200Buffet250Standing
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
- Venue price range
- Does this include catering fees?
- Yes
- Estimated price per head
- $75 – $250
- Additional charges
- 6% tax, 22% service fee
Minimum prices range depending on time of year, day of week, etc.
- Insurance
Additional insurance is not required to host an event here
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Amenities
Event Logistics
Essential logistics and amenities for a seamless, memorable event.
- Celebrations hosted here since
- 2017
- Curfew
- 12 AM
- Venue spaces
- Indoor venue space only
- Catering
- Client must use the catering provided by the venue
- Alcohol
- Provided by Venue for fee – you must use the venue for all alcohol services
- Music
- Indoors Only
- Smoking
- Non-smoking venue
- Accommodations
- 100 guest rooms including 2 premier suites, 5 junior suites, and 20 queen/queen rooms.
- Pet-Friendly Events
Yes
- Handicap Accessible
- Yes
Onsite amenities
Street ParkingValet ParkingWifiAmple Parking OnsiteDining ChairsDining TablesVenue Features
The scene
Step in through our massive archway doors and admire the details inside this historic building, still standing proud after all these years. Overhead, the soaring ceilings stretch on and on, while hundreds of light bulbs hang like setting suns over the downstairs bar. From the cool, uncluttered lobby, head down art-adorned hallways to your inviting room, and rest assured you’re enjoying an authentic Detroit experience. Welcome to the Detroit Foundation Hotel.
Standout venue features
Surrounded by the cloud-scraping buildings of Downtown, our fifth floor event space offers head-turning views and a breezy balcony, as well as a hypnotic light installation by local artist Patrick Ethen. This space also features sweeping skyline views of the city, an outdoor terrace that can hold up to 15 people, auto-visual capabilities, and complimentary wi-fi.
Getting there
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport
5.9 mi
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