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The Atheneum vs Rivertown Inn & Suites Downtown Detroit
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, The Atheneum ranks slightly better than Rivertown Inn & Suites Downtown Detroit. The Atheneum has a TripExpert Score of 80 with praise from 5 sources such as Fodor's, DK Eyewitness and Michelin Guide.
The Atheneum
Travel + Leisure
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
DK Eyewitness
Fodor's
1000 Brush Ave., Greektown, Detroit, MI 48226
From $165 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Travel + Leisure
"The Atheneum certainly has location working for it: it’s right in the heart of Greektown’s vibrant restaurant and nightlife scene and convenient to theaters... and Ford Field football stadium."
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While spacious and well-appointed, rooms are being updated in 2008 with new furnishings, so ask for a renovated room.
Rough Guide
"At this upmarket hotel In Greektown, visitors can look out at the skyline from their rooms, or just use their luxurious In-room soaking tubs."
Michelin Guide
"A two-story lobby mural of Trojan War figures sets the scene for trendy Greektown's popular all suite property."
DK Eyewitness
"The Atheneum Suite Hotel is situated in the middle of Greektown and provides access to the Renaissance Center in downtown Detroit and to Greektown dining and nightlife."
Fodor's
"Business travelers and visiting celebrities favor this downtown property. The spacious, individually decorated suites have Greek overtones."
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Rivertown Inn & Suites Downtown Detroit
Fodor's
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
1316 E. Jefferson Ave., Detroit, MI 48207
From $63 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Fodor's
"Two blocks east of the Renaissance Center and within walking distance of downtown attractions is this pleasant, no-frills two-story hotel."
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Rough Guide
"Friendly, family-run place in lively Rivertown, with clean rooms and specials for Greyhound passengers."
Lonely Planet
"You'll get what you pay for at downtown's lowest-priced digs - good location and free parking, but pretty darn shabby, no-frills rooms."
