Experience Elegance at The Kensington Hotel

Are you looking for an event space?

Need assistance with planning, décor, and catering?

See your next event come to life at The Kensington Hotel!

With a capacity of over 10,000 square feet divided into ballrooms, event spaces and boardrooms, The Kensington Hotel has space for your next event. Add ambiance and appeal with our historically elegant building and fun, engaging staff. Equipped with a reputably highly experienced staff, we offer full-service catering, bar, audiovisual equipment, lighting, furniture, linens, and more. Our personalized service, customized amenities, and special touches will make your event even more memorable.

Learn about weddings at The Kensington!

Wedding Catering in Ann Arbor and More

The Kensington can provide business event catering, social event catering, and wedding catering in Ann Arbor. 

To book your event and catering at The Kensington Hotel, fill out our social event or wedding requests!

University of Michigan Move–In Promotion

Do you have a University of Michigan student who needs help moving in?

Fall semester move-in for University of Michigan students is August 23-27th. Make your student’s move in experience seamless by finding hotel suites near Ann Arbor. Helping your student move-in may take multiple days – don’t sleep on an uncomfortable futon in a cramped room! Stay at one of our luxurious suites instead!

Stay dates: August 23-August 26, 2023

Book at least 60 days in advance and save up to 20% off a 3-night stay for University of Michigan Move-In Weekend. Limited rooms available at this discounted rate. Rate is fully prepaid & nonrefundable at time of booking.

Booking window: March 15-June 26, 2023

Only valid for U-M Move-In Weekend.

Learn what’s going on at The Kensington this month!

Upscale Hotel Suites near Ann Arbor

Want to get away?

Searching for hotel suites near Ann Arbor?

Don’t choose any hotel! Sink into our plush bedding or bath, use luxurious Beekman 1802 bath products, and enjoy our flat panel televisions and complimentary wifi.

Book your stay today!

May 2023 Events

Looking for fun activities or fundraisers? 

Here are some events going on this month:

Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan Spring Soiree – 5/11 

The Women’s Center of Southeastern Michigan is celebrating their 23rd year of helping women with therapy and supportive services. Enjoy catering, drinks, music, and a silent auction from 6-9pm!

2023 ChadTough Defeat DIPG Gala – 5/13

We’re happy to be a sponsor of the 5th annual ChadTough Defeat DIPG Gala, which raises funds for Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) and Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG) research. These are aggressive tumors that are often found in children and are usually fatal. Last year’s gala raised over $1.4 million! This year’s event will be basketball themed and be at the Crisler Center.

Bike to Work Day – 5/19 

Get some exercise on your way into work! Ann Arbor has 69 trails covering 512 miles, 90.2 lane-miles of street bike lanes, 35.3 miles of shared-use paths, 8.7 lane-miles of marked shared lanes and 1000 bike parking spaces. Bike to work or at one of Ann Arbor’s many bike trails across at least 13 parks when you get home!

Wag & Walk and Run – 5/20  

Are you an animal lover? You’ll love Walk & Wag and Run! This fundraiser is a 5K run/1 mile walk for the Humane Society of Huron Valley. There will also be a festival with fun activities for kids and pets. The fundraiser runs from 8am - 1pm. Register today!

Learn about our University of Michigan move-in promotion!

Upscale Hotel Suites near Ann Arbor

Want to get away?

Searching for hotel suites near Ann Arbor?

Don’t choose any hotel! Sink into our plush bedding or bath, use luxurious Beekman 1802 bath products, and enjoy our flat panel televisions and complimentary wifi.

Book your stay today!

April 2023 Ann Arbor Events

Looking for fun events this month in Ann Arbor?

Searching for Ann Arbor hotels near the stadium?

Big House 5K 2023 – 4/16

Challenge yourself at the 10th Big House 5K! Run through the University of Michigan campus and end on the 50-yard line at the stadium. The race starts at 8 AM. Registration is full, but you can still join the waitlist! 

Learn how staying at The Kensington can help you get to the Big House!

Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra – Mahler Symphony No. 2 – 4/22

Don’t miss the last performance of the season! Mahler Symphony No. 2, titled “Resurrection,” will be an awe-inspiring 90-minute experience at 8 PM at Hill Auditorium. Get your tickets today!

The Brides Bridal Show – 4/30

Looking for the perfect flowers, catering, or cake for your upcoming wedding?

The Bride’s Bridal Show will be at The Kensington! Meet with around 25 Michigan wedding vendors to find the perfect elements for your big day. The show is free! Get your ticket today.

Ann Arbor Hotels Near the Stadium

Wherever you need to go in Ann Arbor, The Kensington is minutes away! We’re about a 7-minute drive from the stadium and 16-minute drive from the University of Michigan hospital. 

To experience the most of Ann Arbor, book your stay today! 

University of Michigan Spring Graduation 2023

Is your U of M student graduating this spring?

Searching for Ann Arbor hotels near the stadium?

Spring graduation for University of Michigan students is on April 29th, 2023 at the Big House. This is the time to celebrate your graduate’s accomplishments before they move onto the next phase of their life. It should be a happy, stress-free day!

Getting to the Big House could be a little stressful. Luckily, The University of Michigan offers a complimentary shuttle service, and The Kensington Hotel is one of the stops! The Kensington is 2.4 miles or a 7-minute drive away from the stadium. Guests may park for free and take the shuttle.

Continue the celebration after the ceremony ends. Book a room and stay out longer, enjoying the restaurants, shops, and fun activities in Ann Arbor!

Have family coming from out of town? Learn why they should stay at The Kensington!

Ann Arbor Hotels Near the Stadium

Have a student graduating in 2024?

The Kensington Hotel is taking graduation reservations. All reservations have a 2-night minimum and the 2-night deposit is due at time of booking. All reservations are pre-paid and non-refundable after the February 1st, 2024 cancellation deadline. 

Reserve your rooms now!

Big 10 Wrestling Championships

 Are you a wrestling fan?

The 109th Big Ten Wrestling Championships will be at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on March 4-5th!  

Stop by to watch some of the top collegiate wrestlers and support the University of Michigan. After the championships are over, you don’t have to go home! Book a stay at The Kensington and see all that Ann Arbor has to offer.

Learn more about Ann Arbor events!

Stay at a Stylish Ann Arbor Hotel

Ann Arbor is full of fun activities and events! It was recently ranked one of the best places to live in the entire United States.

To experience Ann Arbor to the fullest, you’ll need an Ann Arbor hotel like The Kensington!

 Our champagne check-in, deluxe furnishings, and plush bedding are sure to make you feel like a VIP!

Book your stay today!

Bridal Show at The Kensington Hotel!

Looking for the perfect flowers, catering, or cake for your upcoming wedding?

The Bride’s Bridal Show will be on March 5th from 1-4 pm at The Kensington! Meet with around 25 Michigan wedding vendors to find the perfect elements for your big day. The show is free! Get your ticket today.

The Kensington Hotel can also provide ceremony and reception spaces, customized catering, and event planning to make your wedding perfect!

Learn what other events are going on in Ann Arbor!

Stay at a Stylish Ann Arbor Hotel

Ann Arbor is full of fun activities and events! It was recently ranked one of the best places to live in the entire United States.

To experience Ann Arbor to the fullest, you’ll need an Ann Arbor hotel like The Kensington!

 Our champagne check-in, deluxe furnishings, and plush bedding are sure to make you feel like a VIP!

Book your stay today!