Press

Given our historic nature and deep ties to Detroit, we find ourselves in the press quite a bit! Browse below for recent articles and media contact information.


Rachel Ray Magazine: From Food to Fashion, Detroit Proves It’s More Than Just Motown

“With accents like marble fireplaces and ornate chandeliers, the 10 rooms of this converted 1887 mansion—a throwback to Detroit’s (earlier) heyday—radiate glamour.”

Room5: Made in the Motor City: The 7 Coolest Hotels in Detroit Reshaping the City’s Future

“The 10-room estate was built in 1876, and, from a design aesthetic, The Inn at 97 Winder has honored old-world luxury with a quirky, boutique coolness. The colorful, Persian rugs, satin fabric, and chandeliers juxtaposed against kitsch antiques like gilded Hindu statues, wall-length Renaissance-style canvases, and classic, leather Winchesters feels almost like you’re in the 19th century home of some wealthy English traveler.”

Curbed Detroit: The most beautiful wedding venues in Detroit

“This historic mansion reopened recently and can be reserved partially or as a whole for weddings. For warmer weather, there’s a lovely garden area outside.”

StephanRTW: The Inn at 97 Winder: A Historic Boutique Hotel in Detroit

“All of your worries are left behind as your eyes pass over intricate and exquisite interior design, soft and warming color palettes, and period relevant furniture and artwork that plays into the overarching historic theme of the property.”

C&G Newspapers: To cure cabin fever, snag a cabin

“The Second Empire-style architecture of the historic home is anything but lace doilies and potpourri. Each room is decorated in a different style with classic and contemporary elements, including the massage rooms and the entryway, where concierge staff can coordinate any kind of experience a guest might want.”

DBusiness: The Inn at 97 Winder Grand Opening

“The Inn at 97 Winder in Detroit’s Brush neighborhood held a grand opening on June 27. Built in 1876 by philanthropist John Harvey, the renovated mansion offers 10 guest rooms with private baths, meeting and event space, sitting rooms, and high-speed internet access.”

Daily News Los Angeles: The Inn at 97 Winder Opens Its Doors in Detroit’s Brush Park Neighborhood

“In addition to offering rooms for overnight stays with a gourmet continental breakfast, the mansion can be reserved for private events such as weddings, corporate meetings, business retreats and family reunions. Featuring on-site catering, the Inn boasts an ultra-modern full-service kitchen.”

Wall Street Select: The Inn at 97 Winder Opens Its Doors in Detroit’s Brush Park Neighborhood

“Featuring eight marble fireplaces and a three-story staircase, this Second Empire Detroit mansion often reigned throughout history as the most expensive private home in Detroit. Still remaining today are the furnishing and works of art from an ambitious multi-decade restoration project which began in 1980. The Inn at 97 Winder’s latest chapter has only just begun and now stands apart as the ultimate boutique hospitality venue in Detroit.”

Milwaukee Wisconsin Journal Sentinel: The Inn at 97 Winder Opens Its Doors in Detroit’s Brush Park Neighborhood

“Guests of The Inn at 97 Winder will be treated to gourmet specialty food items including fresh-baked cookies, wine and cheese platters, to made-in-Detroit drinks and delicacies as well as 24-hour coffee and tea service, The Inn also has board games and periodicals on hand for guest to enjoy.”

MLive Michigan: Detroit mansion reopens as 10-room inn after $2.4 million sale

“The 10-room inn, now managed by Access Hotels & Resorts, offers guests 24-7 concierge service, on-site massage services, continental breakfast and a 24-hour coffee and tea service.”

The Detroit News: Brush Park mansion comes back to life, again, as inn

“A grand 19th-century mansion in Detroit’s Brush Park — that’s within walking distance of the new Little Caesars Arena — has been reborn as a 10-bedroom bed and breakfast.”

PRweb: The Inn at 97 Winder Opens Its Doors in Detroit’s Brush Park Neighborhood

“The Inn at 97 Winder proudly welcomes its first guests to enjoy a modern experience in a historic setting. This 11,000 square-foot renovated mansion features 10 uniquely designed rooms with antique furnishings, art curated from across the globe and luxurious private bathrooms. An elegant alternative to luxury Detroit hotels, The Inn at 97 Winder is dedicated to a four-star level of service, with its concierge desk ready to cater to guests’ every whim.”

The Detroit News: Welcome Mat: Meadow Brook blooms with tours

“Meadow Brook isn’t the only local historic mansion blooming this summer. The Inn at 97 Winder, a boutique hotel in what was once a 19th century mansion in Detroit’s Brush Park, is celebrating its grand opening on Tuesday after undergoing extensive renovations this year.”

Curbed Detroit: The Inn at 97 Winder reopens in Brush Park

“It’s almost hard to believe this was once a single-family home. A grand staircase winds up to three floors and ten bedrooms, each with their own bathroom.”

Daily Detroit: Check out the Newly Reopened Inn at 97 Winder

“I was able to take a tour of the inn, and to say it is beautiful is an understatement. Considering the former owners reportedly spent $1 million to renovate and furnish the inn I should expect nothing less. The home might have been built in 1876, but the previous owners played around with different design eras. I personally love that they were playful with some of the decor, because otherwise it might have felt too stuffy.”

DBusiness: The Inn at 97 Winder Opens in Detroit’s Brush Park Neighborhood

“We are thrilled to be part of Detroit’s resurgence by opening the doors to this beautiful piece of Detroit’s splendor,” says Mark LaHood, president of the global hospitality firm Access Hotels and Resorts. “We have set out to create a special experience for our guests who stay in this historic Detroit mansion, with top-notch service in an unbeatable location.”


Media Contact

Members of the media, we’d love to hear from you. We understand that the historic nature of The Inn at 97 Winder has appeal to many writers and we will do our best to accommodate you based on demand.

Please contact:

Crystal Larry

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