The Godfrey Detroit

Discover Your Detroit

Detroit, MI

Metro Detroit Area

Service area

Holds ceremonies and receptions

5.0

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Gorgeous venue, great team, both hotel and events!

Diane B.

5.0

Our venue exceeded every expectation we had. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us and our families feel like royalty. Every single person was warm, professional, and genuinely cared about making our day perfect. A special thank you to Mary Kate, our venue coordinator, who was absolutely wonderful. She worked seamlessly with our wedding planner to keep everything organized and on schedule, ensuring the entire day ran effortlessly. Knowing she was helping coordinate behind the scenes gave us complete peace of mind. The entire team went above and beyond in every aspect of their service, accommodating every request with kindness and attention to detail. We never had to worry about a thing because they anticipated our needs before we even had to ask. Their exceptional service played a huge role in making our wedding day so seamless and memorable. We couldn't recommend this venue more highly!

Mikenna B.

5.0

Say “I do” to the wedding of your dreams in the heart of Corktown with Detroit, MI's newest wedding venue, The Godfrey Detroit. This ultra-stylish destination hotel is tailor-made for your bespoke, urban wedding with plenty of signature touches. Nestled in one of the city's oldest and most exciting neighborhoods, your loved ones will find endless ways to keep the party going, from chic eateries and live music to the nearby riverfront parks and local activities. The Godfrey Detroit welcomes your next beautiful event, allowing you to bring your wildest wedding dreams to life. Imagine exchanging vows on the stunning rooftop terrace overlooking the city skyline, featuring a retractable glass ceiling and walls. Or celebrate your first dance in the breathtaking grand ballroom, celebrated for its showstopping chandeliers and striking gold accents. The Godfrey’s glamorous style will leave your guests (and your photographer!) swooning all night long. After a beautiful evening of dining and dancing, settle into one of Godfrey’s 227 state-of-the-art guest rooms, waking to coffee and breakfast in bed. Or enjoy a leisurely mimosa brunch with your besties in the hotel’s bespoke restaurant before heading out to explore this unforgettable city.

3+ years in business

Speaks English

3 team members

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Amenities

Ceremony Area

Covered Outdoors Space

Handicap Accessible

Indoor Event Space

Liability Insurance

On-Site Accommodations

Reception Area

Wireless Internet

Ceremony Types

Civil Union

Commitment Ceremony

Elopement

Interfaith Ceremony

Non-Religious Ceremony

Religious Ceremony

Second Wedding

Vow Renewal Ceremony

Settings

Ballroom

Hotel

Restaurant

Rooftop

Venue Service Offerings

Bar & Drinks

Bar Rental

Cakes & Desserts

Cupcakes

Other Desserts

Food & Catering

Rentals & Equipment

Service Staff

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5.0

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The Godfrey Hotel Detroit is a modern, elegant venue with stunning skyline views and versatile spaces (ballroom and rooftop). Reviewers praised the attentive, professional event team and coordinator for seamless planning and execution. Catering and desserts were highly complimented, and guests felt well cared for. Overall highly recommended.

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Courtney P

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2/04/2025

Our wedding at The Godfrey Hotel Detroit was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment we toured the venue to the last dance of the night, every detail was handled with care, p...

rofessionalism, and a genuine desire to make our day perfect. Mary Kate, the event coordinator, was an absolute dream to work with—responsive, thoughtful, and incredibly organized. She made the entire planning process seamless and ensured that everything ran flawlessly on our wedding day. The catering staff was equally outstanding, providing impeccable service and an incredible dining experience that our guests are still raving about. Special shoutout to the pastry chef, who brought our vision to life with our family recipes on everyone's plate. The space itself is breathtaking—modern, elegant, and with the perfect ambiance for a black-tie wedding. Every detail, from the stunning skyline views to the well-thought-out layout, made for an unforgettable evening. Our guests loved every second, and we truly felt taken care of from start to finish. If you’re looking for a wedding venue that combines beauty, top-tier service, and an exceptional team, The Godfrey Hotel Detroit is it. We couldn’t have imagined a better place to celebrate our love. They have our highest recommendation. Thank you to the entire team for making our day so special! — Courtney & Jack

Diane B

7/18/2026

Gorgeous venue, great team, both hotel and events!

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Mikenna B

7/13/2026

Our venue exceeded every expectation we had. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us and our families feel like royalty. Every single person was warm, professional, and genui...

nely cared about making our day perfect. A special thank you to Mary Kate, our venue coordinator, who was absolutely wonderful. She worked seamlessly with our wedding planner to keep everything organized and on schedule, ensuring the entire day ran effortlessly. Knowing she was helping coordinate behind the scenes gave us complete peace of mind. The entire team went above and beyond in every aspect of their service, accommodating every request with kindness and attention to detail. We never had to worry about a thing because they anticipated our needs before we even had to ask. Their exceptional service played a huge role in making our wedding day so seamless and memorable. We couldn't recommend this venue more highly!

Melissa R

10/28/2025

Mary Kate and the staff at the Godfrey are so kind and knowledgeable. It was truly a pleasure working with everyone and they helped make our wedding a dream! I couldn’t be more hap...

py with how everything turned out. People still to this day rave about the staff at our wedding

Katie K

10/16/2025

Our wedding at the Godfrey in Detroit was amazing. We had our ceremony and reception on the rooftop. It was a beautiful day so all of the doors were able to be open, overlooking th...

e downtown skyline. Working with their team (Mary Kate) was so easy, they customized the menus to fit our needs, and it was just so fantastic. We got so many compliments afterwards on the food, too, which was great to hear.

Diane S

8/13/2025

The hotel was absolutely beautiful. The staff went above and beyond to make sure the guests were taken care of.

Bianca S

9/17/2024

I had the pleasure of working with Mary Kate and the Godfrey team for a wedding and had such a great experience! Mary Kate was so patient and incredibly kind during the planning pr...

ocess, and helped make sure every detail was executed to perfection on the day of the wedding! The Godfrey's event spaces were immaculate! The wedding was held in the full ballroom, which is absolutely stunning. Their rehearsal dinner and after party were held on the rooftop and was such a cool experience. All around, The Godfrey is an amazing venue to hold any type of event! I cannot recommend it enough!

Christian H

8/28/2024

The Godfrey was incredible to work with and extremely detail oriented. They made our day effortless and a joy to be involved in. Mary Kate and her team went above and beyond to mak...

e sure we were accommodated with everything we needed. 10/10!

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1401 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI

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(313) 324-0225

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