Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel

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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
8.4 (2283 reviews)
2 Washington Boulevard , Detroit , us
+1 313-548-6862

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Exceptional staff
Comfortable room
Tasty food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room size
Parking payment issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.54
The room was lightly dirty; the water bottle was half drunk but still there.
Service
9.01
The staff was exceptional; Lisa provided great local insights.
Location
9.05
Great location in the heart of downtown Detroit, walking distance to many attractions.
Room Quality
8
The room was a good size and comfortable, but some rooms were small.
Amenities
8.03
Basic amenities were provided, but some guests noted a lack of microwaves.
Value for Money
8.49
Great value for downtown, but parking payment system could be improved.
Food and Beverage
8.54
Food was tasty; however, the coffee offering was not as expected.
Overall Experience
8.51
Overall enjoyable stay with wishes to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:23

Property Description

Prime Location near Detroit Riverwalk and Detroit-Windsor Tunnel

Situated just a 5-minute walk from the vibrant Detroit Riverwalk and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, Fort Pontchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel, offers a prime location for both leisure and business travelers.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities

Each guest room at the hotel is thoughtfully equipped with free WiFi, a flat-screen cable TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and a complimentary daily newspaper, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Convenient On-Site Dining and Business Services

Guests can indulge in American cuisine at Urban Cellars for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, or unwind with a selection of cocktails at the lounge. Additionally, the hotel features a business center with fax and photocopying services for added convenience.

Ready to experience the best of Detroit? Book your stay at Fort Pontchartrain Detroit today for a memorable trip!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DTW

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2283 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.54
Service: 9.01
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.03
Value for Money: 8.49
Food and Beverage: 8.54
Overall Experience: 8.51
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Carla • couple • us
4
Nice location, but wouldn't stay again
Pros:

I booked this hotel after reading reviews and deciding it would be lovely to have a water view on this stay, so booked a room with a view. The location was a very short walk to the DAX to the airport, buses, People Mover and Qline. This hotel has historical significance as it was the site of a fort and built in late 1920's. The hotel was very clean and every employee was very cordial and professional. I loved the views from the 15th floor. Liked the bathroom mirror also and you can lock the door.

Cons:

It is an older hotel and wear and tear is very evident, bathroom included. Went to enjoy some time in the hot tub (that I was really looking forward to-and never get to do) and the hot tub did not work. At all. The beds are firm. There was one regular coffee pod in the room and it was terrible coffee, lobby did not have backups for additional pods but you could purchase some Starbuck coffee machine jazz n the lobby. Listen, I am not a coffee snob but providing coffee to your guests as part of the overall hotel American experience seems like a minimum to me. I found a cardboard box for adult beverages left in the room that housekeeping did not see. I think I way overpaid $500 for two nights.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Chanda • couple • us
1
The room wasn’t clean at all. Our bed matress cover was covered in urine stains
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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marcye • couple • us
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • us
10
Very nice, comfortable but the best was the staff
Pros:

Close to everything walking distance to baseball stadium

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • solo_traveller • us
9
Quiet and convenient location, excellent blinds, comfy beds, great value.
Pros:

Location of the hotel is perfect for my preferences, tucked at the end of a main roadway, with little traffic around the back and none at the front, which overlooks the river front and is lovely quiet.
There are proper sliding blinds that are fully controllable with a simple up-and-down button (see photos) that make the room very dark, much better and more effective than most curtains
Beds are just really great, comfy without being too soft and squishy.
TV is big enough and allows you to log in your fav streaming service as it wipes out the login info at checkout time.
Good powerful shower and hot water temperature well judged; defogging large mirror is a nice touch.
Breakfast was good, nothing special but a basic variety of the usual (eggs, bacon, sausages, pancakes, yogurts, toast, etc.) and good coffee.

Cons:

Some details of the room and bathroom could do with improving, like some cables sticking out of the floor/wall, which was unobtrusive, but still an eyesore (see photo).
Pancakes got instantly destroyed by the maple syrup, so some improvement needed there.
The front desk could do with more personnel.
No clear indications to lobby/front desk from the valet/drop off area, that is downstairs.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Nidia • family_with_children • mx
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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SSRibeiro • solo_traveller • pt
9
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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collier • couple • de
10
I would definitely book again
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

My tv didn’t work

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Fatima • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • solo_traveller • us
5
Good if you're staying a night and realize it's an old building
Pros:

I liked the location, it was close to the people mover which helped when it rained after the concert at Comerica Park. Also close to the river front. The staff were very friendly and that helped, Having a pool was nice. I loved the architecture of the rooms. Having the windows pop out was cool and if they decide to renovate the building I hope that design stays. The tv was nice size, the bed was so cozy I slept like a baby, especially with the noise from maybe the air conditioner?

Cons:

So many things didn't really work correctly or were broken. For example went to the pool and the hot tub section didn't work, then in the sauna the button was on oddly. Also a bunch of carvings on the sauna wood. Next in the room one appliance was missing. There was also part of the shower handle which the top cover apparently had fallen previously onto the lower half. Also when turning the shower on the tub faucet was not fully connected to the wall, probably a structural issue later. Also a few cracks by the windows. For breakfast there were no signs stating as you walk in that you had to pay for it. They just came with a check and it totally caught us off guard. Do NOT get breakfast here, it was $20 a plate and you could get better food elsewhere

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Currie • couple • us
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Maria • extended_group • us
9
Wonderful
Pros:

The beds were very comfortable and the rooms were very clean. The staff was very helpful and they kept their promise by assisting us with our tax exempt status. It was great altogether

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Wenceslas • solo_traveller • fr
7
Bel hôtel historique
Pros:

La vue

Cons:

Chambre petite

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Gábor • family_with_children • hu
7
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Matteo • family_with_children • it
8
Pros:

La camera seppure di non grandi dimensioni era molto luminosa , con arredi nuovi e ben pulita. La posizione per vedere la città era perfetta.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Izeta • couple • us
9
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • us
10
Great place to stay. I’ll be back next time we’re in Detroit
Pros:

Location, view

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Marlon • couple • us
9
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Dionisio • couple • us
9
Excellent view and great room.
Pros:

I booked a king room and it was great! Comfy bed, HUGE TV, and gorgeously decorated. The ambiance was perfect for a couple, and there was even a little daybed by the window. Also, an incredible view of the city and the Detroit River.

Cons:

I’m not a big fan of valet parking, so my only critique is that this is a requirement.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee