Skip to main content

Independence Stay

2.5 star property
Hotel in Houghton with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

Choose dates to view prices

Independence Stay offers a convenient retreat with practical amenities like laundry facilities and a gym. Guests value the in-room WiFi, 24-hour front desk assistance, and consistently note the excellent overall value of their experience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$270
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 2 of 2 rooms

View all photos for Comfort Room

Comfort Room

Comfort Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(144 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
913 Razorback Dr, Houghton, MI, 49931

What's nearby

  • Mine Shaft - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mont Ripley Ski Area - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Hancock, MI (CMX-Houghton County Memorial) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin’ / Baskin Robbins - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Independence Stay

Property highlights
Independence Stay provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things the overall value, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Independence Stay have comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and stovetops
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils, coffee/tea makers and heating

Similar properties

Lake
Ramada by Wyndham Hancock Waterfront
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,003 reviews
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Hancock Waterfront

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2022
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Independence Stay Hotel
Independence Stay Houghton
Independence Stay Hotel Houghton

Frequently asked questions

Is Independence Stay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Independence Stay?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Independence Stay on 17 Nov 2025 start from AU$270.20, including 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 Independence Stay?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Independence Stay?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Independence Stay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Independence Stay located?

Situated in Houghton, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Mine Shaft and Great Bear Chase Ski Marathon. Houghton–Hancock Bridge and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Independence Stay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 561 out of 719 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 719 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 719 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 719 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 719 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at the Houghton Independence Stay many times and it is always an enjoyable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of accommodations in the area for shopping and dining. Rooms were clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Wonderful hotel with new amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very pleasant and accommodating. The rooms are very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean & comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here numerous times. It is pet friendly, which is nice when we bring our furry friend. Being pet friendly and seeing other dogs at the hotel, it is still a quiet hotel. I never heard another dog. The rooms were clean and modern, the staff, friendly and helpful, and the price is right. We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms, spacious, new, clean, very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and we loved the larger room
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy staying here when we visit Michigan Tech.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious room and big bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was super.clean from the lobby to the room! Staff was polite and efficient. We go up to the UP every year for vacation and we will stay at the Independence from now on everytime. Super impressed with that hotel!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Clean and comfortable

Super clean, comfortable hotel. The staff was kind. Very easy to get to downtown Houghton and MTU. It was great to have a kitchenette.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. The rooms are spacious with lots of amenities. It is a newer building outside of the downtown area. It would be a great place to stay for a few days while visiting the area. Unfortunately, we were only there for 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
X
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

U.P. fun

Nice place - staff friendly. Clean rooms. Kitchen space perfect for a quick meal in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rayford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hospitality, property well maintained, property is clean. Excellent place to stay! You won't regret it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet hotel! The beds were hard they need to replace them. Need an elevator too
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious. Clean. Easy in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ronald

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

Nice place

Beautiful place. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town - quiet spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

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

Great stay!

Great one night stay, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room - quiet - close to town
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024