Stearns Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Lake Michigan

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October 2025

25

November 2025

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Travelers find comfort at Stearns Hotel near Lake Michigan. The lobby fireplace creates a welcoming atmosphere. The hotel offers practical amenities like laundry facilities and reliable WiFi. Front desk staff is available 24/7 to assist with any needs.

Very good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Laundry
Air conditioning
Parking included
Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Tomorrow

Oct 26 - Oct 27

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

LCD TV

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

212 E Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, 49431

What's nearby

Ludington Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Stearns Park Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Pere Marquette River - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
West Michigan Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪House of Flavors - ‬7 min walk
‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬7 min walk
‪Ludington Bay Brewing Co. - ‬8 min walk
‪Pier To Pier Picnics - ‬5 min walk
‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Stearns Hotel

Hotel near Lake Michigan

Close to S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry, Stearns Hotel provides amenities like laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

Free self parking
A TV in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services
A water dispenser, an elevator, and a vending machine

Room features

All guestrooms at Stearns Hotel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.

Extra amenities include:

Bathrooms with tubs or showers
Mini fridges, microwaves, and heating

Similar properties

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$72 nightly

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Vending machine
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Wedding services

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

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Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

Microwave
Mini-fridge

More

Air conditioning
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Property is also known as

Stearns Hotel Hotel

Stearns Hotel Ludington

Stearns Hotel Hotel Ludington

Frequently asked questions

Is Stearns Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stearns Hotel?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stearns Hotel on Nov 16, 2025 start from $87.49, 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Stearns Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Stearns Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Stearns Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stearns Hotel located?

Situated in Ludington, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Sandcastles Children's Museum and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry. Lake Michigan is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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Stearns Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Jane

Sep 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

It is a nice historic hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Oct 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

iThe room was very comfortable, clean and quiet. The bed was comfortable and the pillows great.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Oct 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The young lady that checked us in was so kind and extremely happy. She shared how much she loves this older hotel and it really rubbed off on us. We will definitely stay again!!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Oct 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Sweet old hotel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Sep 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful old hotel, with friendly staff.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENISHA

Sep 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I must say I was pretty impressed by this hotel the room was gorgeous me and my husband enjoyed it very much. Easy access to shopping good and of course the gorgeous lake. I would definitely stay here again

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Jul 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Great hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Sep 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Old building that has been maintained and looks great. Highlights original design from early 1900’s.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

mishelle

Jul 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location to downtown

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

May 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Will stay again!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JODIE

Jul 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This hotel is affordable, and convenient. The staff is always kind and friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Jul 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The room was nice and big, beds were comfortable, room was very clean. We were there on a Monday night in July and didn't even see anyone else in the hotel!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Aug 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved this old hotel. Close to dining and shopping. Staff was nice. Large rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Jul 6, 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

It had a unique vibe, for an older place and the staff was polite

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Jul 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice historic hotel in Ludington. Short distance from the ferry. Room was cute and clean.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Aug 29, 2025

It’s authentic to the era it was built in. Very quaint. Has a musty smell when you walk in the door.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Jul 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice room. Friendly staff. Good price.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Aug 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great older property in excellent condition. The only issue we had was the AC unit fan ran all night long and was loud!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Warren

Aug 21, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I would sleep in my car before staying there again.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lawrence

Jul 19, 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Hotel is very dated. Even the coffee service was dated. Nice receptionist. Good location.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Judy

Jul 31, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

It’s an older property but fairly clean. Should offer more in the way of breakfast

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert M

Jul 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

Great location. Nice staff. Older and tired. Very small rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Aug 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Unique in style of a 1940s hotel.... Pretty clean.... elevator needs to be updated maybe carpet and dining space

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Feb 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Loved being able to stay within walking distance of downtown shops and restaurants.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Jul 15, 2025

A little overpriced for what is offered.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Stearns Hotel

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Viking Arms Inn

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Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transportation

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You need to know

Property is also known as

Frequently asked questions

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Stearns Hotel Reviews

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Jane

Jane

8/10 Good

Bruce

Bruce

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Robert

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Alison

10/10 Excellent

Jason