DETROIT -- Downtown Detroit’s hottest hotel offers uber-chic
guestrooms, casual elegance, vibrant nightlife, and state of the art
technology.
“Located in heart of bustling Detroit in the iconic David
Whitney Building, the Aloft Hotel Detroit is perfectly situated in the
heart of Detroit’s business, entertainment and sports districts and the
first stop on the Detroit People Mover which stops at all of Detroit's major
destinations,” said Susan Sereno, Director of Sales & Marketing.
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The historic lobby restored to its former glory at the Aloft at the David Whitney in Detroit. (Jim Fox photo)
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With its location next to Comerica Park, Ford Field and
Detroit’s historic Opera House, the new Aloft offers state-of-the-art
technology for all of your business travel and meeting needs from one to 200
people.
Aloft’s own W XYZ lounge features local entertainment,
signature cocktails and works from local artisans. Grab a late-night snack or
quick on-the-go break from our Refresh shop or Recharge in Aloft’s signature
savvy next-generation fitness center.
Aloft’s “Welcome” Associates are eager to ensure that your
guests stay with us is memorable.
(Opening news
release)
December 2014 – Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide,
Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced the launch of its Aloft brand in Detroit,
following the completion of an adaptive re-use project that has transformed the
historic David Whitney building.
Located at One Park Avenue, Aloft Detroitat The David
Whitney features 136 spacious, loft-like rooms, forward-thinking design and an
energetic, social atmosphere – all at an affordable price point. The hotel is
owned and developed by Whitey Partners, LLC, a joint venture between The
Roxbury Group and VOS Hospitality, the lifestyle/boutique division of Trans
Inns Management, Inc.
"We are thrilled to open Aloft in the iconic David
Whitney Building as part of Detroit's ongoing downtown renaissance and expect
that the hotel will appeal to next generation travelers and area professionals
with its distinctive design aesthetic and live music offerings," said
Brian McGuinness, Senior Vice President, Specialty Select Brands for Starwood.
"On track to open its 100th hotel next year, Aloft is enjoying phenomenal
success due to accelerating demand in markets worldwide."
Listed on the National Historic Register, the David Whitney
building was built in 1915 to anchor the northern end of the Grand Circus Park
shopping district. The adaptive re-use project restored the decorative exterior
elements that were removed in 1959, as well as the four-story lobby with glass
atrium, while thoroughly renovating all floors of the building.
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This cool clock on
the bedroom night side table is a feature of Aloft hotels. (Barbara Fox photo)
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Aloft Detroit at The David Whitney is walking distance to
Comerica Park, the Arts & Entertainment District and Detroit Opera House,
and convenient to Ford Field, Fox Theatre, Joe Louis Arena, several casinos,
and the headquarters of General Motors, Ford Motor Company and other Fortune
500 companies.
"This project marks another important step forward for
Detroit by restoring the grandeur of the David Whitney building, while
simultaneously introducing one of Starwood's most innovative brands to the
city's downtown," said Daniel Vosotas, CEO of Trans Inns. "The new
Aloft hotel presents an exciting option for travelers in pursuit of stylish,
high-caliber lodging."
Amenities at Aloft Detroit at The David Whitney include the
brand's signature W XYZ® bar with live music performances by emerging artists,
a 24-hour fitness center and 6,670 square feet of flexible meeting space. The
hotel's bright and airy guestrooms feature the ultra-comfortable signature
Aloft bed, Bliss® Bath amenities, a 42-inch LCD television and a plug &
play station for electronics.
The Aloft brand's innovative and exclusive initiatives set
it apart. Aloft Hotels, the tech-forward, innovation hub for millennial-minded
travelers, recently announced the appointment of A.L.O. as the hotel brand's
first Botlr™ (robotic butler) at its Cupertino property. This forward thinking
innovation makes Aloft the first major hotel brand to hire a robot for both
front and back of house duties. Additionally, every Aloft Hotel around the world
offers live, free access to local emerging artists as well as some of the
hottest bands with Live at Aloft Hotels programming at the W XYZ bars.
Aloft Detroit at The David Whitney
- One Park Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48226
- Phone: (313) 237-1700
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