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Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style.

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Interior
Games room
Games room
Bathroom
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Detroit, MI
  • Place, Motown Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wayne State University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisher Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Smokey Robinson

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

1st Floor Bath

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Basement Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Loft Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style.

Stay in the heart of New Center Detroit, just steps away from the historic Motown Museum! Experience being a part of musical history surrounded by musical memorabilia in this meticulously restored 1911 home with many modern amenities for your comfort. This 5000+ sq foot duplex is being offered as an entire home to accommodate larger groups (up to 16) families, company retreats and corporate outings with a finished basement, a large second floor balcony and gated backyard outdoor space.

This fully restored 1911 home has retained much of its original wood workings and resurfaced wood floors. Uniquely decorated to share the passion of the owner's love of Motown music , each room is decorated with special photos, art and memorabilia. We want to encourage visitors to the city of Detroit to experience the fun and energy that Motown music brought to the world and each floor has a working 1963 Wurlitzer Juke box filled with various Detroit artists. We are focused on providing groups an amazing experience, one to share with future visitors and friends but no parties.

Guests will have all access to the entire house with the exception of the mechanical/furnace room in the basement.Other things to note: This property is professionally maintained and managed; it is also monitored by ADT Security. The security system includes external cameras, fire, glass breakage, sump pump, controlled heating and cooling systems and police and fire notification via a user friendly key fab and alarm panels located at each entrance. Keyless check in details given prior to check in. No parties. No Pets. No Smoking. No Video or photo recording permitted without written approval

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Guests not following check out rules will be charged a 25.00 p/h cleaning fee. - Ruined sheets fee 40.00. We will attempt to thoroughly clean prior
Guest must notify owner via VRBO of any issues with property and allow owner to correct them during their stay.
No video or photo recording permitted without written approval.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Detroit

Located in Detroit, this holiday home is in the city centre. Fox Theatre and Henry Ford Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Detroit Windsor Tunnel and Greenfield Village. Check out an event or a game at Little Caesars Arena, and consider making time for Detroit Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Detroit, MI

What's nearby

  • Motown Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wayne State University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fisher Theatre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Detroit Institute of Arts - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Detroit Station - 16 min walk
  • Grand Boulevard Station - 16 min walk
  • Detroit, MI (DET-Coleman A. Young Municipal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Papa's Pizza & BBQ - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Henry Ford Hospital Cafeteria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Northern Lights Lounge - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style.?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style. on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$1,671, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Motown BNB . Experience Detroit in style. located?

Located in the heart of Detroit, this holiday home is steps from Motown Museum and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from MGM Grand Detroit Casino. Henry Ford Hospital and Wayne State University are also within 10 minutes. Grand Boulevard Station is 16 minutes by foot and Baltimore Street Station is 24 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was everything we had hoped for, and more. The attention to detail was phenomenal, extremely clean, kitchen was well stocked, and the host communicated in a timely manner. The next time we are in Detroit, we will definitely return to this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to motown hitsvlle museum! Fantastic home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Super fun house with loads of space! We loved the pool table and the juke box! Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING

House was spotless and host was super accommodating. I wish all houses I rent and hosts were as spot on. I would stay there again in a heart beat.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome House

Perfect house for multiple people
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion

Spacious property, very accommodating and clean…. I would not hesitate to rent again! Thanks Dave!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo Xavier H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and spacious

I was pleasantly surprised by the size of the unit. We were here for a bachelor party and the house still felt pretty big.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Every detail was well thought

Communication, comfort, clean, and AMAZING experience. We loved this house and all the details put into making it a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended!!!

The house was Amazing! We were there for a long weekend with a large group of friends and it was perfect for the 14 of us! It was clean and there was plenty of room for us to spread out or be together! Location was great! only a 10 minute drive from downtown! David was an excellent host and super prompt with communication. Highly recommended staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to stay in Detroit

We loved this property so much! What a perfect place to make memories with a group. We loved the many unique Motown touches and fun nostalgic juke boxes. The dancefloor was an highlight! Everything is in very good condition with comfortable beds and very nice and newly renovated bathrooms and kitchens. While there, we toured the Motown Museum down the block and found it easy to get around anywhere we wanted with short Ubers. Henry Ford hospital is very close in case of emergency, easy walk to great pizza (Michigan and Trumbull Pizza) and restaurants. Highly recommend and would definitely come back! Thanks so much for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Book Club Trip

Really fun place to stay. Gave us a nice taste of old Detroit. Owners have done a great job with the MoTown theme throughout the house, we used all of the juke boxes. Took a Uber to Tiger game and spent both evenings hanging at house. Used porches in morning and evenings. Location is very convenient for exploring Detroit. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lions tailgate weekend

We had a large group stay for weekend to tailgate at the lions game Sunday and enjoy Detriot and what is has to offer. This is an amazing place to stay!! So clean we just felt so comfortable lounging around and enjoying the house. The house is themed Motown as it’s a few doors down the the Motown museum. It done to perfection, not at all over done or
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Experience

We came with a large group to celebrate a graduation and used it as an excuse for a family reunion. We could not have chosen a better place. Our host was super helpful and responsive. The house was AMAZING! The neighborhood was great and we walked to the Motown Museum just a few houses away. Great restaurants and an awesome bakery just an easy drive away. We loved it! A perfect weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Motown wedding

We had an amazing time at the Motown house for my daughter’s wedding! The house has everything you need for a large group! Our favorite was the themed rooms and Jukeboxes! Thank you for making our home away from home so amazing!!! The host is very responsive and helpful! Everything was clean and comfortable! I would definitely recommend this house!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Michelle J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Home for a Group

We loved staying at the Motown BNB! There was so much space and so many fun things to do. We didn't have enough time to take advantage of everything the house offered. The large dining table was perfect for our family so that could all sit down for meals together and play games at the end of the day. The basement was perfect for family time playing pool and listening to music. The property was well appointed and had everything we needed. The host was super responsive and accommodating when we had questions (and when we left items behind ) The neighborhood is only ok, but they make that clear in the check in instructions and we felt very secure and comfortable in the house. Great location for easy access to everything Detroit! Loved our visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Fantastic BNB

I surprised my friends and family with the Motown BNB and a Stevie Wonder impersonator for my birthday weekend in the D. The lower level was the perfect backdrop for Stevie's performance and a dance party afterwards. 11 of us enjoyed all of the amenities and the spaciousness of the house. The host David responded right away to any questions or concerns. An exceptional stay overall. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip Thru Motown Magic

We stayed at The Motown Way House in Detroit over 4th of July weekend 2025 with our large family group, and it was absolutely perfect. There was plenty of space — lots of bedrooms, beds, and bathrooms — so everyone was comfortable the entire time. Having two kitchens and two dining areas made mealtime easy, even with a big crowd.But what really made this stay special was the vibe. The home is true to its name — full of fun, nostalgic Motown-era touches that everyone loved. We had so much fun with the jukeboxes, pinball machine, pool table, and especially the “record” dance floor where we even had a little sock hop! The house is full of character, charm, and so many cool details that made our weekend unforgettable.If you’re looking for a unique, spacious, and fun place to stay in Detroit, The Motown Way House does not disappoint!— Rita Calhoun and Family
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Detroit Wedding

Our group consisted of 12 family members and one close friend. Our son's wedding was held on East Grand which made this location perfect. David was easily accessible and very responsive although we really didn't have any issues to speak of.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation rental I’ve ever stayed at!

EVERYTHING about this place was exceptional. It is 1/2 block from Motown Museum. We felt like we were immersed in the history of Motown - from the artwork, the jukeboxes on every floor, and the little memorabilia touches in this property. You could FEEL this history of Motown! The amenities themselves - PLENTY of everything- anything we needed - already there! The sleeping spaces were all private and comfy. Property manager was super attentive- we really didn’t need anything but when I emailed a question - I had an immediate response. Attended a wedding on the riverfront downtown - VERY SHORT UBER ride which was much less expensive the parking in that area. You will not regret booking this spacious, meticulous space!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house for a wedding party

14 adults and 2 infants stayed at this great , tastefully-decorated house ,and we hosted 50 more (on a come & go basis) for brunch and everyone fit happily! It's a lovely, spacious place and provided a perfect spot to make warm memories on a wedding weekend. The 1st & 2nd floors are clones of each other, with spacious kitchens, LRs & DRs -- so we had bagels and coffee downstairs and Middle Eastern food & champagne upstairs for the Sunday brunch following Saturday's wedding. Could not have worked out better! David, the host, was practically instantaneous in his communications with us, answering our questions. We went to the Motown Museum Friday (reserve in advance!), a short walk. And if you have time, take the 3/4 mile walk down West Grand to the Fisher Building which is stunning! The weather cooperated and we had a wonderful time, leaving with fond memories of Detroit and our Motown home!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Motown's Finest

The property is themed and decorated with great detail in every way. This was our 1st trip to Detroit so we didn't know what to expect. Upon arrival we were amazed at the size of the house as well as the attention to detail. The house is well suited for 2 or even 3 couples, and children if you choose. The different entries make for a private space for all. It was just the 2 of us but that just meant more rooms to enjoy and explore. I also liked the secure feeling you have in the house while at the same time enjoying the true culture of Detroit. We spent a lot of time on the 2nd level balcony just watching the activity of the area. If people watching is your thing then get ready for We will definitely be back, but with many friends next time. Thank you both Dave and Angie for creating such a wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall excellent experience at the MotownBNB. Arrived in mid-summer to find the spot well kept, very comfortable and cool with the AC, and calm and quiet with the Motown music playing on the TV downstairs.Had all the equipment and utensils available to facilitate a great trip. Had 14 guys get together from around the country and we all slept comfortably. Two drove in and had air mattresses and let everybody else have full beds along with the pull-out couch. Downstairs is a fun and cool environment, although the ceilings are a bit short. Thankfully the owners have the ceiling corners covered in foam so any guys that bonked their head only hit the foam. Area is okay, 4/5. Witnessed some dramatic individuals across the street at the liquor store, but all of us never felt unsafe at any point in our trip. Close proximity to excellent pizza and quick uber rides into the city for some fun times.Very appreciative of the enclosed parking behind the house and we were able to fit four cars, including a big Ford Expedition.Great communications with Dave, who reached out the night before to give all the information needed. He remained in good communications throughout the trip, and even let us know the cleaners were going to be late on our checkout day so we had a nice relaxing morning getting the place cleaned up before we headed out.Overall, highly recommend if you have a big party coming to town to stay at the Motown BNB.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Description doesn't do property justice

This will be indepth - tl;dr: The vrbo is amazing, highly recommended especially for large groups, the area is safe, and the owners communicated in a timely manner and with great information. 1. The number of beds: There are 4 private rooms off of the first and second floor with a queen bed each. There are 2 more rooms with bunkbeds that are a queen+full. On the third floor is a private room with a queen bed and a loft in a large common room with a twin bed. There are many couches that can hold less picky people as well. 2. The neighborhood is safe, there is a hospital with private security as well as a police department just blocks away. There are rundown houses, but the area is being renovated. The secured parking can hold 4-5 cars, we had no problems with people parking on the street. Lyft and Uber operated in area. 3. The house is amazing. It was well cleaned, there are gas stoves on two levels, showers had good pressure and heat, the little touches like the jukeboxes, record players, and 8 track players truly made the Motown theming great instead of tacky / cheaply themed. 4. We talked a lot with owner due to being from out of town and coordinating a private wedding event here. The communication was prompt, we were made aware of any issues with the property ahead of time, and finally, this property was free from some of the frustrating micromanagement that is all too common in short term rentals these days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Motown BNB

This property is absolutely stunning. The Motown vibe and vintage feel was just right for our getaway. Communication with property owner was fabulous as well. We will definitely be booking again for next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous place to stay

This was the perfect place to stay for my group of college friends that grew up with Motown. The house is fabulous and a very short walk to the Motown Museum and short drives to all the other places in downtown Detroit that we wanted to visit. It had everything we needed - lots of space for the group, well-appointed kitchens for us to cook in and juke boxes on every level to inspire our sing-along sessions! We have gotten together for 38 years at many locations and we all agreed that this was the best house we have ever rented. Thanks so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Angela Willson

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Native Detroiter. 3rd generation born and raised in the city. I love Detroit, through and through. It has the grit and determination of the heart of Americas manufacturing industry and also the charm and character of many European cities. I left Detroit for a decade to serve in the military until I returned home and have been here ever since. I love showing people the hidden places all over the city to make their experience and travel to my home town one of the best experiences ever. Motown is my favorite music and this house is just steps away from where Detroit's music changed the world. So amazing.

What makes this property unique

You are just steps away from history. This home is now part of a historic district that will be forever part of the culture of Detroit.

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