5 Extended stay hotels near Detroit, MI

Despite the loss of auto industry jobs and a city-wide claim of bankruptcy in the late twentieth century, Detroit’s economy has rebounded, with many companies moving into the downtown core. The automotive industry continues to dominate the Detroit economy, with Ford, Chrysler, and General Motors all headquartered in the Motor City. Manufacturing, health care, financial service, and technology round out the major industries in the city, while a booming tourism trade sees 19 million visitors a year.

Music plays a large role in Detroit’s history, and the city is known for its live music venues and festivals, including the Detroit International Jazz Festival. The city lies on the waterway connecting Lake St. Clair with Lake Erie, making boating and fishing popular outdoor recreational activities. For museum lovers, the Detroit Historical Museum and Motown Museum offer glimpses into Detroit’s fascinating past, while the Detroit Zoo boasts over 230 different species of animals and birds.

Detroit sports fans have plenty to cheer about. The city is home to four championship teams--the Detroit Tigers, the Red Wings, the Detroit Pistons, and the Detroit Lions. The Red Wings are past winners of eleven Stanley Cups, more than any other team in the NHL. Detroit is also well-represented in college sports, with both the University of Detroit Mercy and Wayne State University competing in the NCAA Division I.

Detroit’s climate is heavily influenced by the Great Lakes, with typically cold winters and warm, humid summers. Winters see an average of 42 inches of snow a year, and approximately 44 days where the temperature is at or below 0℉. Summer sees frequent thunderstorms, with July temperatures averaging 74℉.