Henderson Castle

Henderson Castle is a historic hotel in Kalamazoo with 25 guest rooms built from Lake Superior sandstone featuring a brick exterior and interior woodwork of mahogany, maple, oak, birch, and sycamore. The building contains seven bathrooms, an elevator, a third-floor ballroom, and a rooftop hot tub.

The castle was commissioned in 1895 by Frank Henderson, president of Henderson-Ames Company, and designed by architect C.A. Gombert in Queen Anne style. It cost 72,000 dollars at the time and reflected the wealth and social prominence of its builder in the region.

The castle operates as a dining destination where French cuisine is prepared and served to guests. Visitors experience the space as a place of refined eating and social gathering within its historic rooms.

The building is easy to navigate thanks to an elevator connecting the various floors, including the ballroom and rooftop areas. Visitors should note that many interior spaces are part of the active hotel and restaurant operations, so access may be limited to certain areas at different times.

The property features a dedicated wine cave where guests can participate in tastings and a spa offering Swedish massages. These amenities blend European wellness and culinary traditions with the historic American setting.

Location: Kalamazoo

Inception: 1895

Official opening: 1895

Part of: Henderson Park-West Main Hill Historic District

Website: http://hendersoncastle.com

GPS coordinates: 42.29290,-85.60500

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49