Local attractions
Detroit Zoo, The Somerset Collection, Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Henry Ford Museum & Institute, Greenfield Village, Max M. Fisher Auditorium, The Palace of Auburn Hills, Comerica Park, Ford Field, Pontiac Silverdome
Property description
Visitors to the Motor City delight in the ambience and charm of Birmingham's affluent suburban community; eclectic boutiques, the finest restaurants, spas and art galleries galore. Nestled among the tree-lined streets lies metropolitan Detroit's finest Hotel. With over one hundred and fifty sleeping rooms and suite's, The Townsend provides a wealth of elegant choices for an overnight traveler; Luxury Suites with leaded-glass french doors, marble bath with deep soaking tubs, Presidential Suites with four-poster beds, overlaid down comforters and rich cherrywood furnishings, to the rooftop Penthouse Suites with fireplace, kitchen, oversized bath and large, spacious sitting areas. But it is the refined elegance of The Townsend Hotel lobby, with fresh cut flowers, marble fireplace and an unsurpassed level of service that relaxes and soothes. Waterford chandeliers, cherrywood paneling, opulent sofas and armchairs make the scene complete. After The Townsend Hotel's 2000 multimillion dollar expansion, creating over 9,000 square feet of meeting and catering space avaialable, additional Ballroom space suitable for events to 500 people, elegant marble conference boardrooms and a popular nightspot – The Corner - were added to an already impressive array of meeting and restaurant facilities. The Rugby Grille has long been known as the restaurant to be-and-be-seen for the entertainment, business, and political papparazi. Award winning and Zaget's rated; you won't be dissapointed by the delectable cuisine, or the meticulous service. Also impressive is the perrenial status as one of Conde' Nast's Top 75 Hotels in North America, in addition to Travel + Leisure's business travelers naming The Townsend Hotel as one of the "World's Best Business Hotels".
Details / Other expenses
Check-in: | 4:00 PM EST |
Check-out: | 12:00 Noon |
Year of last renovation: | 2008 |
Floors: | 6 |
Rooms: | 150 |
Corridors: | All rooms have exterior hallways |
Non-smoking rooms: | 150 |
Rooms with disabled access: | |
Suites: | 48 |
Room windows: | Windows do open |
Cleaning frequency: | Daily |
Meeting rooms: | 7 View spaces |
Meeting space: | 9407 sq. feet |
Event space: | Holds 350 people |
Dist. to food/bars: | On-site |
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: | 0.3 Miles |
Dist. to the nearest gym: | On-site |
Lounge/Bar hours: | 5PM-11PM W/Th, 5PM-2AM F/Sa |
Policies / Expenses Cancellation: 12:00 Noon EST Day of Arrival |
Nightly parking: | $24 |
Typical group deposit: | 50% |
Total taxes: | 9.50% |
Total misc. fees: | £0.00 GBP (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
State Tax: | 6.00% |
Occupancy Tax: | 3.50% |
GST: General Sales Tax: | 6.00 GST % |
Food and Beverage Tax: | 6.00% |
Audio Visual Tax: | 6.00% |
Parking Fee: | 24.00 Per Night |
Porterage Fee: | 4.00 Per Person (one-way) |
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 9.95 Per Day (15.95 for upgraded HSIA) |
Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 9.95 Per Day (15.95 for upgraded HSIA) |
Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 22.00% |
Audio Visual Service Charge: | 22.00% |
Banquet Bartender Fees: | 150.00 Per Item |
Chef Attendant Fees: | 100.00 Per Item |
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 19.00 Per Person |
Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 20.00 Per Person |
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 36.00 Per Person |
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 27.00 Per Person |
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 32.00 Per Person |
Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: | 18.00 Per Person |
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 48.00 Per Person |
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: | 55.00 Per Person |
Morning Break Cost: | 6.00 Per Person |
Afternoon Break Cost: | 6.00 Per Person |
Banquet Urn of Coffee: | 43.00 Per Item |
Banquet Soft Drinks: | 4.00 Per Item |
Banquet Bottled Water: | 4.00 Per Item |
Banquet Hosted Bar: | 21.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 45.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Amenities / Features
Airport & shuttle information
Approximatly a half-hour northeast drive ($60 cab fare) from Michigan's largest airport - Detroit Metro (DTW).45 minutes to an hour from Flint Bishop International Airport.Minutes away from Troy municipal airport; and about a half hour drive from both Pontiac Airport and Detroit City Airport.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Sorry but
no airport shuttle is available.
Pet friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.
Suggested AI generated itinerary
Day 1
- Breakfast: Townsend Bakery - Located inside The Townsend Hotel, offering freshly baked pastries and gourmet coffee, a convenient and delicious start to your day - 0 miles
- Lunch: Streetside Seafood - Enjoy fresh, expertly prepared seafood in a cozy setting, a local favourite for lunch located in the heart of downtown Birmingham - 0.2 miles
- Dinner: Phoenicia Restaurant Birmingham - Experience high-end Middle Eastern cuisine at this elegant restaurant, known for its authentic dishes and extensive wine list, just a short walk from the hotel - 0.3 miles
- Activity: Cranbrook Art Museum - Explore this renowned art museum featuring contemporary art exhibitions and beautiful gardens, a cultural experience just a 10-minute drive away - 5.4 miles