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Travel Patients

Most of Our Patients
Traveled Here.

If you're wondering whether you're well enough to make the trip — that's the question almost every travel patient asks before they come. We've spent years making sure the answer is yes. This page is everything you need to plan your visit.

48 States
17 Countries
No 6-month
waitlist.
Plan Your Visit

Where to Stay

We've Thought About
Where You'll Rest

From an apartment three minutes from the clinic to a charming bed and breakfast a two-minute walk away — we've worked to make sure rest is easy to find when you need it.

Exclusively for Patients

Clinic Apartments 2A & 2C

Two fully-furnished apartments reserved exclusively for our patients — not listed on Airbnb or VRBO, which means no platform fees. They sit above Agricole Farm Stop on Main Street, three minutes on foot from the clinic.

Both sleep up to 3. Full kitchen, washer/dryer, private bedroom (queen in 2A, king in 2C), standing shower. The living room couch folds into a second bed.

3-min walk to clinic Full kitchen Washer & dryer Sleeps up to 3 No platform fees

$149/night · $75 cleaning fee · 5-night minimum

Note: Both 2A and 2C have 12 steps to enter. Book early — these fill quickly.

Contact Us to Book
Clinic Apartment 2C — living area and kitchen
Clinic Apartment 2A — living area and kitchen

Chelsea House Victorian Inn

A beautiful bed and breakfast two minutes' walk from the clinic. Many of our patients have stayed here and loved it. Carla and Steve offer a patient discount when you mention "Dr. Keiser discount" at booking.

Patient discount available — mention "Dr. Keiser discount" at booking

Every room includes a full breakfast and evening snacks. The Carriage Suite has a full kitchen — ideal for longer stays.

0.2 miles from the clinic
118 E. Middle Street, Chelsea, MI
Book: (734) 475-2244 · Ask for Carla or Steve
chelseahouseinn.com
Chelsea House Victorian Inn

More Options in & Around Chelsea

Home Adjacent to Clinic

Right behind the clinic through the back parking lot. Contact Karessa directly for the best pricing.

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Airbnb — Chelsea

Browse Airbnb options in Chelsea, right in town near the clinic.

Browse on Airbnb →

Airbnb — Ann Arbor

Browse Airbnb options in Ann Arbor, 11 miles from the clinic.

Browse on Airbnb →

Holly Koch — Local Rentals

Three different in-town Chelsea rentals through local realtor Holly Koch. Call or text for availability.

734-395-6556 →

The Guest House Dexter

Historic inn in Dexter, 12 minutes from the clinic. Use code KEISER10 for a patient discount.

theguesthousedexter.com →

Nearby Hotels

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

12 mi · 15 min · Near I-94. Reliable option with free breakfast.

Hampton Inn & Suites Ann Arbor West

13 mi · 17 min · Ann Arbor West. Free hot breakfast, Wi-Fi.

Weber's Boutique Hotel

14 mi · 18 min · Boutique feel, indoor pool.

Jackson Area Hotels

20 mi · 25 min · Budget-friendly options in the Jackson area.

Chelsea Hotel Chains

There are two hotel chains in Chelsea we haven't listed here — patient feedback has been mixed. We recommend the options above for a more reliable stay.

Tip: If you'll need to rest between sessions, stay close — Chelsea options put you within easy walking or driving distance of the clinic. If you prefer to explore the Ann Arbor area in the evenings, there are hotel options 11–13 miles away. Ask our team and we'll help you find the right fit.

Getting Here

Getting to Chelsea, Michigan

Chelsea is a small town — easy to land close to, easy to navigate once you're here. The closest major airport is 45 minutes away. Transportation is well-covered.

DTWPrimary

Detroit Metro Airport — Recommended

40 miles from the clinic · approximately 45 minutes. Uber and Lyft pick up at DTW. Rental cars are available at the northeast end of the terminals via the courtesy shuttle from McNamara Terminal (Big Blue shuttle from North Terminal).

detroit metro airport →
ARB

Ann Arbor, MI

19 min · 22 miles

FNT

Flint, MI

58 min · 64 miles

LAN

Lansing, MI

62 min · 42 miles

TOL

Toledo, OH

75 min · 74 miles

Local Transportation

Rideshare

Uber and Lyft are available from DTW. Note: rideshare can be unreliable within Chelsea itself — a rental car or the options below are often more dependable.

Trusted Local Drivers

For airport runs and local transport, two reliable drivers our patients use:

Bill Shenkel · (734) 658-9370
Transportations by Yuli · (734) 546-2703

Free Community Shuttle

Chelsea runs a free community shuttle for local transportation. Schedules and routes at ridethewavebus.org

Traveling with a disability or requiring special assistance at the airport? TSA special procedures →

Chelsea, Michigan

A Town That Feels
Like Rest

Chelsea isn't a medical hub. It's a historic small town with a genuine community — the kind of place where the pace is slow enough to actually decompress between sessions. This video was made by one of Chelsea's own, Jeff Daniels.

Local Favorites — Walking Distance From the Clinic

Coffee & Lunch

Zou-Zou's Café

Great for lunch between sessions. Café atmosphere, reliable food.

Visit →

Lunch

Mike's Deli

Local deli, consistently good. A Chelsea staple.

Visit →

Farm-to-Table

Agricole Farm Stop

Local produce and goods — right below the patient apartments.

Visit →

Bakery

Chelsea Bakery

Fresh-baked goods, easy stop between appointments.

Visit →

BBQ

Smokehouse 52

Local BBQ spot with good atmosphere for an evening meal.

Visit →

Dinner

Common Grill

Chelsea's most well-known restaurant — a local institution.

Visit →

Rest & Reading

Chelsea District Library

Voted best small-town library in America (2008). 0.3 miles from the clinic — a quiet place to rest, read, or use the internet.

Shopping

Main Street

A walkable downtown with local shops, boutiques, and the historic Chelsea Depot.

Explore →

"During your treatment breaks, you have options: rest in our lounge area, get a coffee, or take a slow walk down Main Street. Most patients find the week unexpectedly restorative — both clinically and otherwise."

Pack & Prepare

Before You Arrive

A few things to have in order before Day 1. None of this is complicated — it just helps your first session run smoothly.

Paperwork

Complete your intake forms Return before your first day by email, fax, or mail.
Write a medical history timeline A bullet list is fine. Include prior diagnoses, treatments, and what's changed. Email to info@drkeiser.com.

What to Bring

Loose, comfortable clothing Many therapies require access to the skin. Shorts or pants with loose legs (knee access) are ideal. Bring a light sweater — the clinic is air conditioned.
No mascara on Day 1 It can interfere with certain diagnostic testing. We have makeup remover at the clinic if needed.
Snacks, water bottle, sunglasses, extra socks Anything that makes you comfortable during a full day.
Athletes: bring your gear If returning to sport is a goal, bring your equipment — but confirm with our team first.

Submitting Your Intake Paperwork

Intake forms need to be completed and returned before your first appointment. Any of these methods works:

Emailinfo@drkeiser.com
Fax(734) 219-4841
Mail400 N. Main Street, Suite A, Chelsea MI 48118

Ready When You Are

The First Step Is a Conversation

A no-cost consultation with our team — to understand where you are, what you've tried, and whether a visit here is the right fit. No pressure, no commitment.

Schedule a No-Cost Consultation

Phone

(734) 707-5105

Email

info@drkeiser.com

Address

400 N. Main Street, Suite A
Chelsea, MI 48118