SAVE THE DATE! Join us in Detroit for the
2024 Collaborative Journalism Summit.

COLLABORATION

HOTEL RECOMMENDATIONS

Wayne State University recommends the following hotels located in downtown Detroit. All are within a 10-15 minute drive to campus:

Hotel Indigo Downtown Detroit is located in the heart of downtown Detroit at 1020 Washington Boulevard. Conference rates are sold out!

Rooms may be booked in the following ways:

The Atheneum Suites is located in the heart of downtown Detroit at 1000 Brush Street.

  • Conference rates begin at $159 per night excluding taxes and fees and are subject to availability. Reservations must be booked directly with the hotel by calling 313-962-2323. Let the reservations desk know that you are attending a conference at Wayne State University.
  • The Atheneum Suites offers a complimentary hotel shuttle for hotel guests within a 5-mile radius, based on availability
  • Shuttle Service is on a first-come, first-served basis to all hotel guests.
  • Service is at the front entrance, and drivers are located in the front of our lobby. Guests are welcome to make arrangements with our bellmen upon arrival.
  • Hours of Operation: 8:00 am – 11:00 pm.

The Godfrey Detroit by Hilton is located in the historic neighborhood of Corktown at 1401 Michigan Avenue.

  • The neighborhood is a lively area filled with restaurants, boutique shops, bars, and breweries. About a mile from the waterfront and the heart of downtown Detroit. Rates begin at $229 per night excluding taxes and fees.

You may also find competitive rates at Hollywood Casino at Greektown, MGM Grand Detroit, and Motor City Casino Hotel.

TRAVEL RECOMMENDATIONS

Local travel information:

  • Most of the conference will take place at the McGregor Memorial Conference Center.
  • Garage parking will be available in parking structure #1 located at the intersection of Cass Avenue and W Palmer Avenue.
  • Uber and rideshare dropoff at Cass Avenue and Gilmour Mall.
  • Follow event signage to McGregor Memorial Conference Center.

Q Line service from downtown hotels:

  • Northbound to Ferry Street stop. Cross Woodward Street to enter campus.
  • Turn right on Cass Avenue then left at Gilmour Mall.
  • Follow event signage to McGregor Memorial Conference Center.