Detroit, MichiganCorktown
The Godfrey Detroit, Curio Collection by Hilton
Industrial Corktown lodging
Corktown Detroit, Michigan
Opened
2023
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
HiltonIndustrial Corktown lodging
The hotel brings contemporary polish to Corktown's industrial corridor, operating as an active neighborhood gathering place for guests and locals.
What it’s good at
Listed
Albert Kahn industrial architecture inspires dark metal paneling and brickwork along Corktown.
Listed
Retractable glass walls enclose the seventh-floor rooftop lounge overlooking downtown Detroit.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The front doors open onto Michigan Avenue, with Corktown restaurants and Michigan Central Station a short walk away.
The rooms
Rooms are streamlined and practical, with large grid windows looking out over historic Corktown.
Lobby Bar
The ground-floor bar serves cocktails and wine over a marble counter, beneath arched wood shelves and glowing pendants.
Restaurant
Hamilton's
Detroit restaurateur Samy Eid developed the American tavern menu, served along tufted blue banquettes and a long marble bar.
At the table
I|O Rooftop Lounge serves craft cocktails and small plates on the top floor, looking straight across the Detroit skyline.
How it began
The site previously held administrative offices for the Detroit Lions before the seven-story hotel rose in 2023.
Detroit
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.