Detroit Foundation Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Detroit, Michigan. The hotel is located in the former Detroit Fire Headquarters Building and is home to The Apparatus Room. A great mix of historic and modern, the hotel event space & the restaurant are unique options for wedding. This intimate venue boasts soaring ceilings, incredible food and beverage by the acclaimed Chef Rece Hogerheide, art-adorned hallways, and sweeping views of Detroit’s skyline from its versatile event space. The Hotel's Food & Beverage program bridges the old and the new, offering iconic New American cuisine rooted in Midwestern ingredients, as well as thoughtful cocktails crafted by accomplished mixologists.

Event Space Options
The Apparatus Room can host up to 175 guests seated for a seated reception or up to 275 guests for a cocktail-style reception with dancing space. Apparatus Room buy-outs also include use of the private dining room, Le Grand Salon, in addition to the event space on the 1st floor, The Borgman Room, and patio.

In the gorgeous 5th floor event space, The Observatory, couples can accommodate 80 guests for a seated dinner and dancing, or up to 120 guests for a ceremony or a cocktail-style reception. The space features 12-foot ceilings, views of the city’s cloud-scraping buildings, a breezy balcony, and a unique light installation by local artist, Patrick Ethen. Their breathtaking, outdoor terrace can be utilized for your cocktail hour, or as a location for photos.

The Borgman Room is the new and upcoming event space (a little over 2,000 sq ft) on the first floor of DFH and will be completed by April 18th, 2025. The Borgman Room will be the perfect event space for dinners, receptions, ceremonies, and brunches. Muted jewel-tones and romantic color scheme with A/V capabilities and beautiful natural light flowing in.

Intimate Weddings & Cocktail Hour
In addition to hosting your wedding reception, Detroit Foundation Hotel is also happy to host your rehearsal dinner. We offer their sophisticated, Le Grand Salon as an option. This one-of-a-kind space can accommodate up to 30 guests seated (up to 60 strolling) and was the former game room for the firefighters.

Unique Offerings & Included Items
This full-service hotel features a historic Commissioner's Suite. Originally used as the Detroit Fire Department Chief’s residence, it now serves as overnight accommodations, or as a room for you to relax in before your reception starts. This luxurious suite boasts a king bed, a pool table, a small meeting table, and a separate living room with a game area and sleeping area.

Wedding package includes chairs and tables, along with china, flatware, linens, servers, setup and cleanup is also included, allowing you to enjoy your big day.