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Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk, Ann Arbor hotels with prices for the next twelve weekends, upcoming holidays and a monthly midweek stay, for 2 adults in 1 room, by star rating. Open a hotel for other dates and lengths.

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November 2026

Hotel / area Nov 6–8, 2026 · 2 nights Nov 13–15, 2026 · 2 nights Nov 20–22, 2026 · 2 nights Nov 24–29, 2026 · 5 nights · Thanksgiving Nov 27–29, 2026 · 2 nights
3★ from $639 $363 $1,344 $484 $192
1–2★ from $786 $317 $820 $461 $199
3★ Hyatt Place Ann Arbor · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $1,165 $363 $1,344 $615 $254
3★ EVEN Hotel Ann Arbor S - University Area by IHG · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $681 — — $484 $192
3★ The Kensington Hotel · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $639 $365 — $487 $220
1–2★ Hampton Inn Ann Arbor-South · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $786 $317 $820 $461 $199

December 2026

Hotel / area Dec 1–3, 2026 · 2 nights · Midweek Dec 4–6, 2026 · 2 nights Dec 11–13, 2026 · 2 nights Dec 18–20, 2026 · 2 nights Dec 22–27, 2026 · 5 nights · Christmas Dec 25–27, 2026 · 2 nights Dec 30, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027 · 3 nights · New Year’s
3★ from $178 $275 $275 $221 $384 $154 $231
1–2★ from $160 $447 $202 $209 $434 $192 $266
3★ Hyatt Place Ann Arbor · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $233 $403 $275 $221 $542 $218 $403
3★ EVEN Hotel Ann Arbor S - University Area by IHG · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $178 $444 $287 $239 $384 $154 $231
3★ The Kensington Hotel · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $194 $275 $299 $294 $660 $291 $559
1–2★ Hampton Inn Ann Arbor-South · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $160 $447 $202 $209 $434 $192 $266

January 2027

Hotel / area Jan 1–3, 2027 · 2 nights Jan 5–7, 2027 · 2 nights · Midweek Jan 8–10, 2027 · 2 nights Jan 15–17, 2027 · 2 nights Jan 15–18, 2027 · 3 nights · MLK weekend Jan 22–24, 2027 · 2 nights
3★ from $153 $171 $224 $266 $387 $227
1–2★ from $212 $194 $181 $227 $332 $188
3★ Hyatt Place Ann Arbor · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $224 $222 $225 $397.50 $516.50 $251
3★ EVEN Hotel Ann Arbor S - University Area by IHG · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $153 $171 $224 $369 $487 $227
3★ The Kensington Hotel · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $384 $236 $264 $266 $387 $261
1–2★ Hampton Inn Ann Arbor-South · Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk $212 $194 $181 $227 $332 $188

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Axel's take on Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk: #2 of 5 in Ann Arbor, 5.8/10

A practical choice for families driving in, not a downtown substitute. The strongest hotel selection and value put Briarwood second, but broad roads, fewer nearby attractions and less character keep it behind downtown.

Briarwood Mall and Boardwalk Drive offer a practical I-94 base rather than a college-town neighborhood. South State Street and Eisenhower Parkway bring shops, everyday dining and straightforward highway access. The mall's refreshed retail lineup makes errands easy, and families arriving by car have a clear reason to consider this side of town.

The catch is the walking environment: destinations sit across broad roads and parking lots, not along continuous shopping streets. Route 6 connects with campus and downtown, but you will plan outings around buses or driving. Don't mistake being on the stadium side of town for staying beside it. Skip this for bar-hopping or a fully walkable first visit.

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Moving from cheaper Spark to mid-priced Hyatt Place buys roomier sitting areas, useful family sleeping options and a fuller breakfast, but adds parking charges. Pricier Hampton South includes hot breakfast and parking, yet its aging rooms offer no clear comfort upgrade. Spend less if you mainly need a bed between outings. Typical rates with Axel here run from $114 a night at Spark by Hilton Ann Arbor South to $239 at Hampton Inn Ann Arbor-South (last 30 days). Typical rates are USD medians, not live quotes. Hotel fees may be extra.

The best hotels in Briarwood Mall & Boardwalk, ranked by Axel's take

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  1. Hyatt Place Ann Arbor 8.8/10, modern, select-service 3-star near I-94 and Briarwood Mall. A strong, comfortable base for Ann Arbor visits, especially if you’re driving. Why it's here: roomy family sleeping options and sitting areas, backed by strong cleanliness and included breakfast. Accept: daily parking charges and transportation needed for campus. $117 a night with Axel against $155 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $38 a night less (24%). Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details
  2. EVEN Hotel Ann Arbor S - University Area by IHG 8.3/10, wellness-focused 3-star beside Briarwood Mall and I-94. A comfortable, friendly base for drivers, with highway noise and an unreliable hot tub. Why it's here: the fitness-focused choice, with in-room workout equipment, a substantial gym and free parking. Accept: highway-facing noise, unreliable hot tub and usually extra-cost breakfast. $113 a night with Axel against $145 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $32 a night less (22%). Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details
  3. The Kensington Hotel 8.3/10, independent, full-service 3-star near Briarwood Mall and I-94. Warm service and useful extras outweigh an aging building, especially if you’re driving. Why it's here: warm service, free parking and a pool, whirlpool and sauna for drivers. Accept: dated bathrooms and corridors; breakfast usually costs extra. $125 a night with Axel against $172 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $47 a night less (27%). Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details
  4. Spark by Hilton Ann Arbor South 8.1/10, refreshed, no-frills 3-star near I-94 and Briarwood Mall. A strong budget base for drivers, with clean rooms but modest breakfast and uneven soundproofing. Why it's here: a cheaper driving base with refreshed rooms, free parking and an indoor pool. Accept: basic breakfast, uneven soundproofing and occasional noisy air-conditioning. $78 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details
  5. Courtyard By Marriott Ann Arbor 8.0/10, practical 3-star chain hotel south of downtown Ann Arbor. A solid driving base, with friendly staff and some uneven upkeep. Why it's here: spacious rooms and friendly staff for a short business stay by car. Accept: uneven upkeep, extra-cost breakfast and unclear parking charges. $141 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details
  6. Hampton Inn Ann Arbor-South 7.8/10, no-frills, limited-service chain hotel off I-94. A practical Ann Arbor base with friendly staff, but aging facilities need attention. Why it's here: a straightforward highway stop with welcoming staff, hot breakfast and parking included. Accept: aging rooms and bathrooms, plus uncertain pool condition. $155 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details

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Seen by Axel within the last 7 days, most recently Nov 3, 2026. Each rate is per night: the stay's total as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same stay, also per night. Previously seen price. Check current rates for your dates.

Hotel Stay Axel rate Public rate Saving Check current rates
The Kensington Hotel · 3-star Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults $125 a night · refundable $172 a night on Expedia $47 a night less (27%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Hyatt Place Ann Arbor · 3-star, Hyatt Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults $117 a night · refundable $155 a night on Expedia $38 a night less (24%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
EVEN Hotel Ann Arbor S - University Area by IHG · 3-star, Holiday Inn Express Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults $113 a night · non-refundable $145 a night on Expedia $32 a night less (22%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Staybridge Suites Ann Arbor- Univ of Michigan by IHG · 3-star, Staybridge Suites Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults $162 a night · refundable $199 a night on Expedia $37 a night less (19%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Sonesta Simply Suites Detroit Ann Arbor · 3-star, Candlewood Suites Dec 15 to Dec 17, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults $89 a night · non-refundable $105 a night on Expedia $16 a night less (15%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Hilton Garden Inn Ann Arbor · 3-star, Hilton Garden Inn Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults $98 a night · non-refundable $110 a night on Expedia $12 a night less (11%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Holiday Inn & Suites Ann Arbor Univ Michigan Area by IHG · 3-star, Holiday Inn Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults $159 a night · non-refundable $176 a night on Expedia $17 a night less (10%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Sheraton Ann Arbor Hotel · 3-star, Sheraton Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults $139 a night · non-refundable $141 a night on Expedia $2 a night less (1%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Fairfield Inn By Marriott Ann Arbor · 3-star, Fairfield Inn Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults $114 a night · non-refundable $115 a night on Expedia $1 a night less (1%) Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Extended Stay America Select Suites Detroit Ann Arbor Univ S · 2-star Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult $85 a night · refundable not seen Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Red Roof Inn Ann Arbor - U of Michigan South · 2-star, Red Roof inns, Inc. Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult $87 a night · non-refundable not seen Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Spark by Hilton Ann Arbor South · 3-star, Hilton Hotels Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult $112 a night · non-refundable not seen Customer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms

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