Corktown, one of the city's oldest neighbourhoods, is perhaps the most compact example of Detroit's artistic rebirth.

BBC: The rebirth of Detroit amid modern-day ruins

Situated in North Corktown, the city's first hostel in about 15 years will offer cheap beds to visitors who dare to discover that there's more to Detroit than high rates of crime and unemployment.

BBC: The rebirth of Detroit amid modern-day ruins

Opening within the next few months on the same colourful 19th century strip of Corktown, Astro Coffee will offer up a rare cup of gourmet brew and the Sugar House Bar, named in reference to the infamous Detroit prohibition-era Purple Gang (formerly known as the Sugar House Gang), will serve up a myriad of classic cocktails.

BBC: The rebirth of Detroit amid modern-day ruins