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Stearns Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Lake Michigan

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Experience a sophisticated atmosphere with elegant decor, a wooden bench, and ornate chandeliers.
Cozy seating area with a fireplace, chandelier, and comfortable leather chairs.
Experience a traditional welcome in our elegant lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating area, and a stunning chandelier.
Two single beds with wooden headboards and nightstands, complemented by a small bench and a round table.
Relax in a traditional room with a plush sofa, armchair, and coffee table, surrounded by framed artwork and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, a bench, and a bedside table.

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two single beds with wooden headboards and nightstands, complemented by a small bench and a round table.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in comfort with a large bed, a convenient table and chair, and a mounted TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

Classic hotel room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and fireplace.

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
212 E Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, 49431

What's nearby

  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pere Marquette River - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪House Of Flavors - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stix Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Stearns Hotel

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Close to S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry, Stearns Hotel provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A water dispenser, a lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Wedding services, a vending machine and a TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Stearns Hotel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and heating

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 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?

Checkout 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

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 182 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mishelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Nicole

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

JODIE

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

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Friendly staff. Good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

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

6/10 Okay

Judy

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location. Nice staff. Older and tired. Very small rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is old and is outdated and somewhat run-down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Tim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very run down property. Area was a little sketchy. But close to the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
coffee was like water
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

candayce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the style and vintage embience, but coffee in room was disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

4/10 Poor

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I like the location. The exterior of the building needs repairs. The room needs to be updated. Shower / tub is in very poor condition.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVE the fact was OLD CHARM, but yet modern in a way, that was Touch Old School!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, the room was clean, breakfast was nice. I sure do hate that the necklace I left in the room was not turned in by the person who was in charge of cleaning the room after we left. Hope they're happy with the necklace my daughter bought for me that is now stolen property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff but very old and tired hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

Great

Very good, id say cleanest hotel we have been to in awhile.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Great downtown location in Ludington!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that old hotel 🏨 great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

robert

the location for the parade is great. .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Miodrag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed just one night. Hotel is clean but outdated
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024