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Stearns Hotel

2.5 star property
Stearns Hotel offers a home-away-from-home experience with a warming fireplace and practical amenities, perfect after exploring Lake Michigan.

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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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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 area

Map
212 E Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, 49431

What's nearby

  • Sandcastles Children's Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pere Marquette River - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

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
  • ‪Cluck Bucket - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pier To Pier Picnics - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Stearns Hotel

Hotel near Lake Michigan
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 lift, a vending machine and wedding services
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in reception and a water dispenser
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

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 1 mi (2 km) of Sandcastles Children's Museum and Lake Michigan. Ludington Waterfront Park and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Stearns Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 218 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice old school hotel. Dated rooms but clean and comfortable. Very conveniently located where we needed it. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice historic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

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

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sweet old hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

8/10 Good

MARK

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

Quick couples get away

Great location within walking distance of Ludington's downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel, with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KENISHA

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is a step back into Ludington history. Very clean, well appointed and close to downtown shopping, restaurants and beaches! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The nice lady working the desk went in and turned up the heat in our room b4 we arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

8/10 Good

Eric

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

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location is great - Close to downtown and the river. Bed was very comfortable. But the fixtures and furnishings in this hotel very much need updating
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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, 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

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice historic hotel in downtown Ludington - highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

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

8/10 Good

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The historical vibe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

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

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

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

Sandra

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