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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

Room options

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Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Ludington is home to Stearns Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Ludington State Park, while Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Historic White Pine Village are cultural highlights. Ludington Area Center for the Arts and Sandcastles Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Ludington travel guide
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212 E Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, 49431

What's nearby

  • Historic Big Sable point light house near Ludington, Michigan
    Ludington Waterfront Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Park Beach
    Stearns Park Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ludington Area Center for the Arts
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sandcastles Children's Museum
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Corner Cafe
    3 min drive
  • Jamesport Brewing Company
    7 min walk
  • House of Flavors
    7 min walk
  • Dairy Queen
    3 min drive
  • Mancino's Pizza & Grinders
    3 min drive

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 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

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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

  • Gym
  • 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
  • Phone

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

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

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 14 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stearns Hotel on 16 June 2026 start from AU$198, 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 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 Ludington Area Center for the Arts and Lake Michigan. Sandcastles Children's Museum and Ludington Waterfront Park are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Stearns Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 226 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were nice, and the staff enjoyed telling us about the history of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was here for a funeral and staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mishelle

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hildy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. We really liked that the hotel was walkable to downtown Ludington
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

4/10 Poor

robert

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice hotel

Nice historic hotel, convenient location. Room decor and furnishing were dated but clean. The staff was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved all the original woodwork , great place, great staff, very nice st
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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