The week of June 10th will be packed with things you can do in Ann Arbor – you can see movies at the Cinetopia International Film Festival, check out concerts and events at “Top of the Park,” or be serenaded at a Sonic Lunch by the 3d place finisher from The Voice, Joshua Davis.  If you are traveling with children, ask us about our new family package.

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and we always offer optional valet parking.

If you need directions, or have any questions you can always feel free to ask anyone on our staff. It would be hard to find better service at another accommodation in Ann Arbor, MI.

It doesn’t matter if you are looking to use our amazing conference facility in Ann Arbor or just to reserve a hotel room, you can call us any time – learn more at (734) 769-3010.

Less Than 100 Days to U of M’s Football Season – Who Will Make the Biggest Impact on The Wolverines

Nick Baumgartner, who covers the Michigan Football beat for MLive.com, believes the trio of recent transfers joining the Maize and Blue this season will make the biggest impact of all the newcomers coming to the team in 2015.  The transfers are QB Jake Rudock (from Iowa), CB Wayne Lyons (from Stanford), and P Blake O’Neill (from Weber State by way of Australia).  Each become part of new coach Jim Harbaugh’s first class and first team.

John Beilein also made it official, 6’’10 German  Moritz Wagner signed his official letter of intent to play for the University of Michigan Basketball Team starting next season.

Bell Tower – Fun For The Family

The Bell Tower Hotel is offering a new package for a parent and kid.  Get 2 tickets to Ann Arbor’s Hands on Museum, Ice Cream for 2 at Ben and Jerry’s and a special gift for your child.  Ask us about the package while making your reservations.

Feeling Like a Movie – Try The Cinetopia Film Festival

The Cinetopia International Film Festival will present 150 screenings of over 70 films at venues from Ann Arbor to Detroit between June 5th – 14th.  A free screening of the Spielberg classic Jaws (now 40 years old) will take place on June 11th at Maynard Street and Liberty. The screening will kick off the Ann Arbor portion of the festival and it will start at 9:45 p.m.

Going For a Walk – Why Not Head For “Top of The Park”

Top of the Park, part of the annual Ann Arbor Summer Series, launches on June 12th with a full day of concerts and events.  Top of the Park encompasses over 130 events between June 12th and July 5th. The full calendar of performances and events is available at the Summer Series website.

“Summer Sings 2015” Kicks Off at Stamps Auditorium

The 22nd Season of the UMS Choral Union Summer Sings Program kicks off June 15th at Stamps Auditorium with a reading of Mozart’s Requiem.  The series will include several events held around Ann Arbor between June 15th and August 3d.

Sonic Lunch at Liberty Plaza Presents Joshua Davis

Joshua Davis, a Michigan native (and who just finished third in the latest season of NBC’s series The Voice) will perform at Liberty Plaza at 12 Noon on June 11th as part of the Sonic Lunch series of concerts.

Sports Options For U of M Parents and Fans

Good luck to all of the teams competing this week for the University of Michigan on the road! Go Blue!  There are no games on campus this week.

Looking For a Few Laughs

Jeff Nease, known for his work in Las Vegas and from working on all the major cruises will bring his talents to the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase June 12th – 13th.

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

If you want the feel of a Classic Campus Hotel, the Bell Tower offers the best accommodations in Ann Arbor and the best proximity to downtown and the University of Michigan Campus. Please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time while you are staying with us!

The Bell Tower prides themselves on providing you with the best lodging in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

If you are looking for a hotel with great service or for a quality meeting facility in Ann Arbor, the Bell Tower Hotel is the perfect place for you – if you have any questions, or want to make a reservation, feel free to contact us at any time at (734) 769-3010.

The week of May 27th will be a great week to visit Ann Arbor – you can see Texas legend Joe Ely sing, watch the play Other Desert Cities, or dine at the brand new Ruth’s Chris Steak House.

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and we always offer optional valet parking.

If you need directions, or have any questions you can always feel free to ask anyone on our staff. It would be hard to find better service at another accommodation in Ann Arbor, MI.

No matter what your needs are – we can help you have the perfect week or weekend – call us at (734) 769-3010 to make a reservation.

Great News For Beilein + Basketball

Even if you were a bit disappointed by the .500 record for the Michigan Basketball Team last year, many prognosticators are picking next years team to start in the national top ten.  With possible NBA first-rounder Caris Levert and point guard Derrick Walton Jr. returning from injury and the continued development of a deep young roster they should be poised for greatness.

Coach Beilein must have been excited to hear the news that 6’6 5 Star New Jersey guard Tyus Battle would be joining the Wolverines in 2016.  Battle is the highest ranked recruit to choose Michigan since Beilein became the coach of the Wolverines in 2007. Get ready for even more excitement in the years to come at Crisler Arena.

Texas Legend Joe Ely at the Ark

Joe Ely traces his musical roots to seeing Jerry Lee Lewis perform on a flatbed trailer in Amarillo Texas.  Ely has been in The Flatlanders and sung backup vocals for The Clash, but what he has really become known for his his depictions of his home state in song.  He was recently awarded the Americana Music Award.  He will playing at The Ark on May 27th.

Judy Collins music career has spanned over 50 years of writing, recording, and performing music (She released her first album in 1961 on elektra records)  She still performs over 80 dates a year.  She will play at The Ark on May 30th.

Tony Winning Play in Kerrytown

Redbud Productions is presenting performances of the Tony Award Winning play ‘Other Desert Cities” May 27-30th at the Kerrytown Concert House.  The play is about a family coming to grips with a public memoir about the tragedies they faced.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Arrives in Ann Arbor

You can become one of the first people to eat at the new downtown Ann Arbor location of the famous Ruth’s Chris Steak House which opened on May 11th.  Ruth’s Chris, located at 314 S. Fourth Avenue, will be the third steakhouse in downtown Ann Arbor joining Knight’s and The Chop House.

Sports Options for U of M Parents and Fans

Good luck to all of the teams competing this week for the University of Michigan on the road! Go Blue!  There are no on campus games this week.

Looking for a few laughs

Johnny Beehner, who has been a guest on the Late Show with David Letterman and who trained at Chicago’s Second City, will be performing at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase May 29th and 30th.

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

If you want the classic feel of a Classic Campus Hotel, the Bell Tower offers the best accommodations in Ann Arbor and the best proximity to downtown and the University of Michigan Campus. Please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time while you are staying with us!

The Bell Tower prides themselves on providing you with the best lodging in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

If you are looking for an Ann Arbor hotel with great service , the Bell Tower Hotel is the perfect place for you – if you have any questions, or want to make a reservation, feel free to contact us at any time at (734) 769-3010.

During the week of May 13th, Ann Arbor will provide great dining and entertainment options – Rock and Roll Icons and Hall of Famers Jeff Beck and Roger McGuinn play, great burgers for you to sample around downtown, and campus performances of the musical Mary Poppins.

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and we always offer optional valet parking. If you need directions, or have any questions you can always feel free to ask anyone on our staff. It would be hard to find better service at another accommodation in Ann Arbor, MI.

No matter what your needs are – we can help you have the perfect weekend – call us to make a reservation at (734) 769-3010.

Harbaugh and Fall Football

One of the biggest changes in the area over the last year has been the return of former Michigan QB Jim Harbaugh as the 20th head coach of the University of Michigan Football Team.  Fall camp will start for him this August.

In case you are starting to make plans to attend games, the first home game will be against the Oregon State Beavers of the Pac-12 Conference at Michigan Stadium on Saturday September 12th (time TBA).

Several Wolverines were added to NFL Rosters after the NFL Draft – QB Devin Gardner is a Patriot, TE Devin Funchess is a Panther, Jake Ryan is a Packer, Frank Clark is a Seahawk, and K Matt Wile is a unsigned free agent Panther while OLB Brennan Beyer is an unsigned free agent Raven.

Rock and Roll Hall Of Famer – Jeff Beck

On May 14th, the Michigan Theater will welcome two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Eight time Grammy Award Winning Guitarist Jeff Beck to Ann Arbor.  Beck played in the classic band ‘The Yardbirds’ (the band also featured Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page) and was rated the 5th greatest guitarist of all time by Rolling Stone Magazine.

Roger McGuinn, also a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and legendary founding member of the Byrds will play the Michigan Theater on May 16th.  McGuinn is considered instrumental to infusing a folk style of guitar playing into rock and also being an innovator in psychedelic rock.

Even More Music

On May 14th, the Kerrytown Concert House will offer a performance of works by Prokofiev, Stravinsky, and Tchaikovsky by Classical artists Aaron Berofsky, Christopher Harding, and Yeonjin Kim.

Hungry for Burgers

The winner of the 2014 Best Burger in Ann Arbor was ‘the Frita’ at Frita Batidos.  Chef Eve Aronofsky will be bringing her incredible culinary skills to a new restaurant in the Bell Tower Hotel during the Summer of 2015.

Another legendary Ann Arbor burger can be had at Krazy Jim’s Blimpy Burger – a staple of University of Michigan culture.  At Krazy Jim’s you are expected to order by the patty and be ready to order when you reach the register.

Practically Perfect Fun on Campus

The musical version of Disney’s classic film Mary Poppins will land at the Power Center for the Performing Arts May 15-17th.  The musical was nominated for 9 Olivier and 7 Tony Awards during its Broadway Run.  The Young People’s Theater will be telling the story of the Banks family and the magical arrival of their new nanny who is practically perfect in every way.

Sports Options For U of M Parents and Fans

Good luck to all of the teams competing this week for the University of Michigan here or on the road! Go Blue!  All of the following University of Michigan teams will be playing at home this week:

Michigan’s Baseball Team plays Oklahoma State University at 6 pm May 14th, at 6:00 pm May 15th, and at  12:00 pm on May 16th – all games will be at the Wilpon Complex.

Michigan’s Softball Team will play in the NCAA regionals from the 15 – 17th, the regionals could be at the, Wilpon Complex.

Looking For a Few Laughs

Matt McClowry a staple of comedy festivals around the country and performer on XM Sirius Radio and on Comcast Television will bring his comedy stylings to the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase on May 15-16th.

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

If you want the classic feel of a Campus Classic hotel but the amenities of a resort while in Ann Arbor – The Bell Tower offers the best access to Downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus – please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time while you are staying with us!

The Bell Tower prides themselves on providing you with the best lodging in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

If you are looking for an Ann Arbor hotel with great service , the Bell Tower Hotel is the perfect place for you – if you have any questions, or want to make a reservation, feel free to contact us at any time at (734) 769-3010.

During the week of April 29th, Ann Arbor will have plenty of fun activities to keep you busy – multiple Grammy Award winners, a planetarium show about the moon narrated by Tim Allen, and the relocation of a beloved falafel restaurant.

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and we always offer optional valet parking.

If you need directions, or have any questions you can always feel free to ask anyone on our staff.  You cannot get service like ours at an Ann Arbor Motel.

The most important part of your stay is the quality of your experience.

No matter what your needs are – we can help you have the perfect weekend – call us to make a reservation at (734) 769-3010 or use our contact form.

Mary Chapin Carpenter and Much More at the Ark

Mary Chapin Carpenter is returning to the Ark to help celebrate its 50th Anniversary with a show on April 29th. She was a regular performer at the Ark in the 80s. Carpenter is a five time Grammy Award winning songwriter who has sold over 13 million records and she is a member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Mark O’Connor will take the stage at the Ark on May 30th for a night of bluegrass, folk, and classical fiddle playing.

San Francisco’s Hot Buttered Rum, a band that highlights harmonies and classic songs, will perform on May 1st.

Eilen Jewell a young but powerful alt-country artist will take the stage in support of her new album Sundown over Ghost Town on May 2nd.

Marc Cohn, a Grammy winning artist and the original writer of the classic song ‘Walking in Memphis’ will close out the week on May 3d.

Robots, the Moon, and Buzz Lightyear

The University of Michigan Planetarium will present Back to the Moon, about Google’s Lunar XPRIZE which was created to return robots to the moon.  The show is narrated by Tim Allen who voices the Pure Michigan campaign. The show will begin at 2:30 pm May 2nd and 3d at the Ruthven Museum Building.

Free Comic Books

Downtown Ann Arbor is the home of Vault of Midnight known for having the Earth’s Finest Comic Books and Stuff since 1996.  Vault of Midnight will be celebrating Free Comic Book Day on May 2nd.

Jerusalem Garden – Falafel’s on the Move

Jerusalem Garden has been a fixture in Ann Arbor since 1987.  The falafel joint will be relocating – opening its new location at 314 E. Liberty St on April 29th. The longstanding 5th Avenue location will be closing after 27 years. The move will create more space for customers and catering.

Celebrate International Jazz Day

International Jazz Day is April 30th – and there is no better place to celebrate than the Kerrytown Concert House.  Vincent York, who toured with the Duke Ellington Orchestra and started the Jazzistry educational program, will lead his band in a remembrance of his early career.  York has performed with artists as notable as Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald throughout his long career.

Sports Options for U of M Parents and Fans

Good luck to all of the teams competing this week for the University of Michigan here or on the road! Go Blue!  All of the following University of Michigan teams will be playing at home this week:

Michigan’s Baseball Team plays Iowa at 4 pm May 1st, at 4:30 pm May 2nd, and at  1:00 pm on May 3rd – all games will be at the Wilpon Complex.

Michigan’s Softball Team will play Penn State at 5:30 pm May 1st, at 2:00 pm on May 2nd, and at 1:00 pm on May 3d – all games will be at the Wilpon Complex.

Michigan’s Women’s Rowing Team will take on Louisville on May 2nd at 9:00 am at Belleville Lake.

Looking For a Few Laughs?

Billy Ray Bauer will show off the comedy talent that has kept him in the business of comedy for over 20 years at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase from April 30th through May 2nd.  Bauer has been a regular guest on the nationally syndicated Bob and Tom radio show.

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

If you want to be treated like you are at a resort while in a classic Ann Arbor hotel – The Bell Tower offers the best access to Downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus – please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time while you are staying with us!

The Bell Tower prides themselves on providing you with the best service and accommodations in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Whether you are looking for suites or just an Ann Arbor hotel with Conference Facilities, the Bell Tower Hotel is the perfect place for you – if you have any questions, or want to make a reservation, feel free to contact us at any time at (734) 769-3010.

Happy Earth Day! During the week of April 22nd, Ann Arbor will be bustling with Spring Fun – Jazz Concerts, Movie Theater Day, and Delicious New American Cuisine.

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and we always offer optional valet parking.

The most important part of your stay is the quality of your experience.

Whether you need to reserve a room for the night or one of our conference rooms for your whole team  – call us at (734) 769-3010 or fill out our contact form.

Jazz History Month

April is both Jazz History and Jazz Appreciation month, and the Jazz Journalist Association is giving one of its coveted National Jazz Hero Award to local investor and philanthropist Don Chisholm.  Mr. Chisholm helped keep Jazz clubs like the Bird of Paradise (now closed) open for years and provided transportation and lodging for many jazz legends when they came to play in Ann Arbor.

The award will be presented to Mr. Chisholm at a ceremony during the performance of “All About the Trio – the Music of George Shearing” by pianist Ellen Rowe at the Kerrytown Concert House.

The Concert House, a Kerrytown landmark, was built before 1860 is celebrating 30 years as a performance venue and museum space featuring Classical, Jazz, Cabaret, and Avant Garde music and art.

Many people know that Detroit is famous for the music of Motown – but not many know about Michigan’s place in the history of Jazz.

Looking for something delicious for dinner?

You can dine at some amazing New American style restaurants within blocks of your hotel room. The West End Grill offers American fare in a classic bistro location. Try the Miso Glazed Black Grouper or the Hibachi Style Delmonico Steak.

Logan offers New American cuisine with a modern edge.  They offer unique dishes like Wild Boar Bolognese and Moroccan Hen as well as vegetarian dishes like Glazed Cauliflower.

Movie Theater Day

April 23d is National Movie Theater Day.  You can visit two historic movie theaters only blocks from the Bell Tower. The State Theater will be showing True Story starring Jonah Hill and James Franco.

The Michigan Theater will have a performance by Canadian author and radio personality Stuart McLean who is the host of the popular show The Vinyl Cafe.  Visiting the Michigan Theater website will show you all of the other movies showing at both theaters over the weekend.

More Music

The Ark will offer a full week of great performances this week. Tonight, Alan Doyle, bestselling author and lead singer for the band Great Big Sea, performs in support of his second solo album ‘So Let’s Go.’

Madcat Midnight Blues Journey will take the stage on the 23d to deliver a traditional rock and blues show.  Check out the traditional American String Band music of Billy Strings and Don Julin on the 24th.

Chamber Folk outfit the Portland Cello Project promises to go where no cello has gone before April 25th.

The weekend closes out with a performance on the 26th by Seth Glier a young musician who has shared the stage with everyone from Emmylou Harris to James Taylor.

Sports Options for U of M Parents and Fans

Good luck to all of the teams competing this week for the University of Michigan here or on the road! Go Blue!  All of the following teams will be playing at home this week:

Michigan’s 4th-ranked Softball Team will play Central Michigan at 6:00 pm at the Wilpon Complex on April 22nd.

Men’s Lacrosse will play Penn State at 6:00 pm at Michigan Stadium on April 25th.

Women’s Lacrosse will play Rutgers at 1:00 pm at Michigan Stadium on April 26th.

Looking for a few laughs

Detroit comedian Mike Bonner, a former Def Comedy Jam All-Star, will perform at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase from April 23d through the 25th.

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

No matter what your looking for in accommodations in Ann Arbor – The Bell Tower offers the best access to Downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus – please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time during your stay.

The Bell Tower prides themselves on providing you with the best service and accommodations in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Is it time for a romantic weekend? Try our Romantic Getaway Package to feel like you are visiting a resort right here in Ann Arbor – if you have any questions, feel free to contact us at any time at (734) 769-3010.

During the week of April 15th, don’t let the IRS distract from all of the great things to do in Ann Arbor: Oscar winning music artists, Record Store Day, and an Italian Film Festival

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and we always offer optional valet parking. If you need directions, or have any questions you can always feel free to ask anyone on our staff. The most important part of your stay is the quality of your experience.

We would love to answer any of your questions through our contact form or at (734) 769-3010.

Great Latin food, Always in Style

Lena has been recognized as one of the best new restaurants in the Detroit area – it offers an innovative menu of items like the Lobster Corn Dogs and classics like the Brazilian Vegetable Stew.

Frita Batidos offers high-end takes on cuban street foods in a comfortable setting.  Fritas are traditional Cuban burgers and Batidos are tropical milkshakes – try the beef with sunny side up egg frita for a real treat. The head chef Eve Aronoff will be heading up the new version of her restaurant Eve at the Bell Tower – due to open this summer!

Grammy and Oscar Winning Artist ‘Common’ Performs for Charity

Chicago hip-hop standout Common, most-recently an Oscar winner for his musical collaboration with John Legend in the movie Selma, will be performing at Hill Auditorium on the University of Michigan Campus on Friday April 17th. Tickets are available through the University Ticket Office.

All of the proceeds from the show will go to a summer camp for Detroit youth.

Trouble With a Capital ‘T’ + Some Glee-ful Music

Harold Hill will be bringing his River City band from Iowa to the University of Michigan’s Power Center for a Department of Musical Theater performance of the classic musical The Music Man from April 16th – 19th.

The University of Michigan’s Men’s Glee Club will be presenting their ‘155th Spring Hill Concert’ on April 18th at Hill Auditorium.  Tickets are still available.

Looking For Your Music on Vinyl or CD?

Record Store Day is on Saturday April 18th.  Record Store Day was created in 2007 to celebrate the threatened and unique culture of record stores in the United States.

There are some amazing record stores very close to the Bell Tower – highlighting all kinds of music – Wazoo Records has been serving the campus area since 1974 and offers vinyl, CD’s, Dvd’s, and even cassette tapes.  Encore Records is a campus area cultural landmark, recognized for its amazing collection of used CD’s and Vinyl.  Underground Sounds specializes in Vinyl and turntables, but also offers a good sized collection of CD’s to its downtown shoppers.

Even More Music for You to Enjoy

Rock band ‘Captain Ivory’ takes the stage at The Ark on April 16th, folk and indie artist Steve Poltz will perform on Friday the 17th. Master of the boogie-woogie style of blues ‘Mr. B’ will bring the house down on Saturday night.

The Michigan Pops Orchestra will perform a program called Goodnight Pops at the Michigan Theater on April 19th at 7 pm.

The Italian Film Festival

Detroit is one of 12 cities that host the Italian Film Festival – and Lorch Hall at the University of Michigan will be showing three films as part of the festival – ‘Leopardi’ will screen April 17th at 7:30 pm; ‘The Dinner’ will be shown April 18th at 5 pm; ‘Remember Me’ will screen April 18th at 7:30 pm.

Sports Options For U of M Parents and Fans

Good luck to all of the teams competing this week for the University of Michigan here or on the road! Go Blue!  All of the following teams will be playing at home (at the Wilpon Complex) this week:

April 15th: Baseball plays Eastern Michigan at 4:00 pm

April 17th: Baseball plays Purdue at 4:00 pm, Softball plays Indiana at 6:00 pm

April 18th: Baseball plays Purdue at 2:00 pm, Softball plays Indiana at 2:00 pm

April 19th: Baseball plays Purdue at 1:00 pm, Softball plays Indiana at 1:00 pm

Looking For a Few Laughs

Jimmy Pardo, who has appeared on everything from Conan to Last Comic Standing, will perform at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase on April 17th and 18th.

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

No matter what your looking for in an Ann Arbor Hotel, Motel, or Resort – The Bell Tower offers the best access to Downtown Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus – please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time while you are staying with us!

The Bell Tower prides themselves on providing you with the best service and accommodations in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Please feel free to contact us at any time to book your next reservation or call (734) 769-3010.

Strange and wonderful things are afoot in Ann Arbor – Two purposely odd festivals and one of the young and rising stars of Country Music will be in town this week.

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and we always offer optional valet parking.

If you need directions, or have any questions you can always feel free to ask anyone on our staff.

The most important part of your stay – to us –  is the quality of your experience.

Standout Young Country Star Kacey Musgraves comes to the Michigan Theater

2014 Country Music Album of the Year award winner Kacey Musgraves brings her talents to Ann Arbor for a concert at the legendary Michigan Theater April 8th.

Musgraves has been nominated for four Academy of Country Music Awards and four Grammy awards in 2014.  She has also toured with artists from Katy Perry to Lady Antebellum.

Festival in the Moonlight

FoolMoon, starting at dusk April 10th and continuing until midnight, is a processional of illuminated sculptures carried by dancing teams and marched all over Ann Arbor.

The Festival celebrates community participation and has a unique atmosphere, free and delicious treats, and craft brewing.

The processional starts between Washington and Ashley Streets and proceeds towards downtown.

There are three official starting places for the festival – “Farmers’ Market at Kerrytown, the University of Michigan Museum of Art and Slauson Middle School at 1019 W. Washington St. Participants are encouraged to bring their luminaries and meet between 7:45 p.m. and 8 p.m. to start the walk.”

Free Public Art Accessible to Everyone

FestiFools starts on Sunday April 12th at 4 p.m.. and, “brings students and community volunteers together to create unique public art that is free and accessible to everyone.”

The art is created by University of Michigan students and people throughout the Ann Arbor community.  The art tends towards the theatrical – including huge and colorful papier-mache puppets.

If Fools Are Not For You – Maybe a Play or Some Jazz at U of M

The University of Michigan’s Department of Theatre and Drama is presenting the play Iphigenia at Aulis at the Arthur Miller Theater.  The play is running every day this week and tickets are available through the website.

April is National Jazz Appreciation Month – and the University of Michigan School of Music is offering a Jazz Showcase at the Rackham Graduate School on April 12th.

Even More Music

The Ark will host Robert Earl Keen April 9th – touring in support of his new bluegrass album “Happy Prisoner.” Luke Wade, a performer on the 7th season of ‘The Voice’,  will appear on their stage on the 10th.  Award winning songwriter Liz Longley will take the stage on Saturday the 11th.

Sports Options for U of M Parents and Fans

Good luck to all of the teams competing this week for the University of Michigan here or on the road! Go Blue!  All of the following teams will be playing at home this week:

Women’s Tennis plays Michigan State on April 10th.

Men’s Tennis plays Minnesota at Noon on April 11th.  Women’s Rowing has two matches on the 11th – one at 9 a.m. against Indiana and another at 3 p.m. against Iowa.  Women’s Tennis plays Memphis at 4 p.m. also on the 11th.

Men’s Tennis plays Wisconsin at Noon while Men’s Lacrosse plays Ohio State on the 12th.

If You Need A Few Laughs

Dave Landau will be appearing this weekend at the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase.  Mr. Landau has performed at HBO’s Las Vegas Comedy Festival and on Last Comic Standing.

Don’t Forget Our Excellent Conference Facilities

Looking for a meeting facility in Ann Arbor? The Bell Tower features two comfortable conference rooms – The Executive Boardroom (seating up to 8) and the Conference Room (seating up to 30 people).  Audio Visual equipment is available for rental. Wireless is complementary..

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

We are lucky to be the Ann Arbor Hotel with the best access to so many wonderful things – please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time while you are staying with us! Contact us here.

The Bell Tower prides themselves on providing you with the best service and accommodations in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

What a great week to be in Ann Arbor – holidays, events, a play, music, and – of course the University of Michigan’s annual Spring Football Game!

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and we always offer optional valet parking.

If you need directions, or have any questions you can always feel free to ask anyone on our staff.

The most important part of your stay – to us –  is the quality of your experience.

Have a Joyous Passover

Passover starts Friday April 3 and continues until April 11.  Passover celebrates the emancipation of the Israelites from the Egyptians.

If you are looking for a place to attend services or find fellowship the Hillel House of Ann Arbor provides a nice calendar of events.  If you are looking for Passover foods, the world famous Zingerman’s Deli is offering a passover menu.

Have a Happy Easter

Everyone at the Bell Tower Hotel wishes you and your family a Happy Easter Sunday on April 5th.  Wherever you are celebrating, please have a wonderful holiday!

If you are looking for a place to worship while visiting Ann Arbor – here is a helpful list of churches in the area.  Seva, a local vegetarian restaurant, is offering an Easter Brunch starting at 10 am.

U of M Football’s Spring Game One of Many Sports Options

Saturday will be the first time for everybody to see the Michigan Wolverine Football Team play under new coach Jim Harbaugh in the annual Spring Game.  Harbaugh recently announced that for the first time in years the game will be a full football game.

Beyond the Spring Football Game, it is a busy weekend for University of Michigan sports teams: The baseball team plays Central Michigan April 1st at 4 pm; Women’s Lacrosse plays Northwestern April 2nd at 7 pm; Men’s Tennis plays Northwestern April 4th at noon and Illinois April 5th at noon; Men’s Lacrosse plays Rutgers on April 5 at noon; Women’s Lacrosse plays Duquesne April 5th at 3:00 pm.

Go Blue!

Feed Your Soul With Poetry

April is National Poetry month.  Ann Arbor has a long history of poetry highlighted by four-time Pulitzer Award winning poet Robert Frost’s Fellowship at U of M in the 1920’s and more recently Alice Fulton’s Fellowship at U of M from the early 80’s through 2002.

You can find great poetry at great area bookstores like Literati or rare and used bookstores like Motte and Bailey.

Don’t Forget the Great Food

After a day feeding your soul looking for books and poetry you might want food.

Craving italian? Mani Osteria offers a wide variety of wood-fired italian dishes. Looking for a great farm-to-table experience? Try The Grange Kitchen and Bar.

Stay tuned if you are planning a summer visit and we will announce the date for the reopening of noted Ann Arbor Chef Eve Aronoff’s – Eve The Restaurant – right here at the Bell Tower hotel – yet another reason we offer the best accommodations in Ann Arbor.

What About Performances

The Rude Mechanicals will present a performance of Anton Chekhov’s play ‘The Cherry Orchard’ at the Linda Mendelssohn Theater on the U of M campus April 3rd and 4th.

Roots musician Seth Walker will be performing at the Ark on Friday while Louisiana Cajun musicians Feufollet will play Saturday night.

Need a Few Laughs

The Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase is spotlighting Bill Hildebrand over the weekend, a comedian that the Detroit Free Press called one of the funniest people in Detroit.

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

We are lucky to be the Ann Arbor Hotel with the best access to so many wonderful things – please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time while you are staying with us!

Even if you are too busy to explore, the Bell Tower will provide you with the best service and superb modern Ann Arbor Lodging.

We are lucky that our hotel provides easy access to so many wonderful things – especially as Spring starts to take hold across Ann Arbor.

This is a really exciting time to be in Ann Arbor – there is so much to do!

No matter what activities you choose, the Bell Tower Hotel is within walking distance – and if you choose to drive – we always offer optional valet parking. If you need directions, or have any questions you can always feel free to ask anyone on our staff.

The most important thing to us is the quality of your experience.

Are You Hungry

Looking for amazing food – walk just a few blocks to downtown Ann Arbor – try the Japanese Style Sablefish at Pacific Rim or enjoy a perfectly prepared Porterhouse at the Chop House.

Feeling a craving for Bi Bim Bop or Spicy Beef? There are several cozy Korean restaurants within minutes adjacent to the U of M campus like Kang’s.

Looking for a Movie Deeper than Divergent

March 24- 29 is when the 53d Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival starts up – you can enjoy one of the nights of competition or just stop by the legendary Michigan Theater (one of the only theaters that features both an organist and real buttered popcorn) to catch a film.

What about the Opera

We are blessed to be so close to the U of M Campus and all the amazing on-campus events – we could almost be called a University of Michigan Hotel.

The University of Michigan’s School of Music, Theatre, and Dance is putting on a production of the Opera “Julius Caesar in Egypt” March 26-29th at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theater – again just a few minutes from the hotel. Tickets are available through the University.

Feeling like Music, but maybe not the Opera

One of the time-honored traditions around Ann Arbor is to see one of the great musical acts at The Ark (another local institution). This weekend the Ark is featuring comic musician Heywood Banks on Friday night and local Blues artist Laith Al-Saadi on Saturday night..

Are You a University of Michigan Sports Fan or Parent

If you are in town to see the University of Michigan Baseball Team play Maryland, the Softball Team play Iowa, or the Women’s Tennis Team play Northwestern or Illinois – Welcome!

Need a Good Laugh?

Also close is the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase. This weekend they are featuring Mark Sweeney – a comedian who has appeared on Comedy Central and HBO.

The Bell Tower Hotel Staff is Here For You

We are lucky to be the Ann Arbor Hotel with the best access to so many wonderful things – please let us help you with planning, logistics, or whatever you need to have the best possible time while you are staying with us!

Even if you are too busy to explore Ann Arbor, the Bell Tower Hotel will still provide you with the best service possible and superb modern accommodations.

Thank You Veterans! March 25th is National Medal of Honor Day? The Bell Tower Hotel remembers Michigan’s 108 Medal of Honor Recipients – and all of our Service Members nationwide!

The Campus Inn is proud to represent Michigan and to host every one of our guests in early October.

The hotel’s goal is to provide a positive memorable experience for you and your party.

If you need directions, or have any questions you can ask our concierge or anyone else on our staff. We also offer some of the best meeting facilities in Ann Arbor and have a fully trained banquet team anxious to impress.

If you are considering Ann Arbor Hotels, we strive to provide the perfect accommodations in downtown, call us at any time at (800) 666-8693, (734) 769-2200 or you can make a reservation on our website.

Thanks To You, Our Distinguished Guests

Many years ago legendary Michigan Football Coach Bo Schembechler would tell his teams that “Those Who Stay Will Be Champions” and the Campus Inn feels the same way about every one of our guests.

We love it when national and local celebrities stay at our hotel (like the late great President Ford or Bo himself), but our goal is for everyone who visits the Campus Inn to feel like a distinguished guest. We particularly appreciate hearing that we have done a good job satisfying everyone who stays with us.

Thanks to Damon and Kate, for instance, who chose the Campus Inn as the location for their wedding and said about their experience that, “The Campus Inn organized the perfect wedding for us. The room was beautiful, the food delicious and the sales staff’s planning expertise was invaluable.”

We really mean it when we say that our goal is to provide an experience that is ‘always right for you.’

See what people are saying about their experience staying at the Campus Inn.

Remember Your Visit To “Pure Michigan”

The Campus Inn is proud to represent and reside in our beautiful state, Michigan.

When you choose our Pure Michigan Package, you return home with quite a haul…Michigan Berries from Cherry Republic, A University of Michigan Hat, A ZZang Bar from Zingerman’s, A Go Blue candy bar from Sanders in Clinton Township, Better Made Potato Chips from Detroit, and some Ice Mountain water from Evart.

To take some “Pure Michigan’ home with you, make sure on your next visit, you book choosing our Pure Michigan Package.

The Campus Inn Staff Is Here For You

Our goal is to serve you and to make your Ann Arbor hotel stay magical. Many of our employees have been providing amazing service at the Campus Inn for over 20 years, and we all look forward to your stay with us.

When you are looking for hotel rooms in Ann Arbor MI, or want to stay close to the University of Michigan, we welcome your stay at the Campus Inn, call us at any time – learn more by calling (800) 666-8693, (734) 769-2200  or you can make a reservation on our website.