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Independence Stay

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Michigan Technological University

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Exterior
Reception
Comfort Room | Private kitchen
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Comfort Room | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$386
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Room options

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(138 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
913 Razorback Dr, Houghton, MI, 49931

What's nearby

  • Houghton–Hancock Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Michigan Technological University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • The trail to Copper Harbor - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Prospector's Paradise - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Keweenaw Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Cantina Mexican Restaurant of Hancock - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Independence Stay

Hotel near Michigan Technological University
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

Languages

American (Sign language)

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: anytime
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 13 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Independence Stay on 14 Aug 2025 start from AU$385.96, 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: anytime.

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).

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Independence Stay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 662 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 662 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 662 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 662 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 662 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very clean and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, quiet, lots of food options in the area.
Stayed 1 night 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

Monte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place, easy in and out, nice staff
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

Kristin

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

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very roomy, and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet hotel that’s very nice, great condition, and extremely clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in Houghton was fantastic. The hotel was super clean and had very friendly staff. We will definitely be back to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd year we have stayed at this property. Easy access to everything you need. Staff is great and room is alway nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleanest, quietest hotel I’ve ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

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

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

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

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and quiet. Bed was comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a MUST. Super Clean, quiet and professional, Spacious, nice reception when we got here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Process and property met the information expectations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, quiet and the bed was comfortable. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable. Continental breakfast was pretty limited. Spacious room, with most of what you might find in an efficiency apartment.
Stayed 2 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

Lanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big spacious hotel room. Veey happy with it. Like a mini apartment. Very Clean and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025