[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus Apartment with kitchen, steps from University of Michigan ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101870000/101864600/101864556/134ef0f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101870000/101864600/101864556/9199c73e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101870000/101864600/101864556/ca70d844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101870000/101864600/101864556/a0e10eeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101870000/101864600/101864556/4123e3d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Ann Arbor, Retro Nest offers a vibrant retreat just steps from The Diag and Liberty street. Get cozy in your plush queen bed and watch a movie on the 50 inch TV, or whip up a meal in your full kitchen. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus You will love your experience at the Retro Nest! Just steps from The Diag, all that Liberty street and Nickels Arcade have to offer, and so much more! Enjoy the pop of design with this 70's inspired throwback! Jump into your plush queen bed and watch a movie on the 50 inch TV! Your full kitchen has everything you need to prepare a meal, but with any type of cuisine right outside your front door you may never want to cook! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74460000/74451900/74451820/cdc47b6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 609 E William #3 · Color and Whimsy Downtown - Sparkling Clean. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 233313 ## About the area Downtown, a neighborhood in Ann Arbor, is home to this apartment. University of Michigan Museum of Art and Kempf House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Exhibit Museum of Natural History at the University Of Michigan and Ann Arbor Hands On Museum. Yost Ice Arena and Nichols Arboretum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ann Arbor travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ann-Arbor.dx6059241) [View more Apartments in Ann Arbor](https://www.expedia.ca/Ann-Arbor-Apartments.d6059241-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.27800%2C-83.74153&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=U4dmKnxifvSmHnzPAoJGCY5X-6Q=) Ann Arbor, MI ### What's nearby - University of Michigan - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - University of Michigan Museum of Art - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - U of M Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.8 km - Michigan Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Briarwood Mall - 6 min drive - 4.9 km ### Getting around - Ann Arbor Station - 15 min walk - Ann Arbor, MI (ARB-Ann Arbor Municipal) - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪New York Pizza Depot - ‬1 min walk - ‪Ondo Roasting Co. - ‬2 min walk - ‪HopCat - ‬2 min walk - ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min walk - ‪Ashley's - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus? > As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus on Oct 12, 2025 start from CA $121.71, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Ann-Arbor-Hotels-The-Retro-Nest-Heart-Of-Campus.h101864556.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus located? > Located in Downtown, this apartment building is steps from Kelsey Museum of Archaeology at the University of Michigan and University of Michigan. U of M Hospital and Michigan Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Ann Arbor Station is 15 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Retro Nest - Heart of Campus Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley S. Feb 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved this place!! I couldn’t have been happier with this place. The location was great! It was clean, cozy and comfortable! I will definitely stay here again! ##### Ashley S. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma C. May 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient and Cute It was a perfect home base as I mostly was going around Ann Arbor and helping my brother move out it was easily walkable and a nice place to relax. ##### Emma C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa W. Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful studio, perfectly located The Retro Neat is perfectly named: the decor is a lovely throwback and the ambiance is comforting. The location is absolute perfection, right near Nickels Arcade, snuggled discreetly off the street. The lack of designated parking is offset by the parking structure literally around the corner. I’m already planning my next stay! ##### Lisa W. 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