Stearns Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Lake Michigan

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Ballroom
Lobby
Fireplace
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby lounge
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

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

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

  • 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 - 3 min drive - 3.7 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
  • ‪Pier To Pier Picnics - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬2 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 TV in reception, a 24-hour front desk and wedding services
  • A water dispenser, a lift and a vending machine
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

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

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

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. 108 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 210 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

mishelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to downtown
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

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

Henry

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

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

4/10 Poor

robert

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

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

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

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

Achiles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is old and perhaps outdated but nicely maintained. Really enjoyed the inside features of the common areas of the hotel. We really enjoyed our stay. Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A older property but maintained well and the room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old but okay, convenient location, clean rooms with full bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old Vic is pretty cool. Friendly staff. Comfy bed. All in all good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Such a cool place to stay.

Very nice hotel, found out it was built in 1903. It was updated as needed, but still kept the charm of an old hotel. Room was clean, bed was comfortable and the staff was great. Can't wait to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fredrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the old-style decor and old-school vibe. Also, very convenient to downtown establishments. We had a great time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry J

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

A Classic hotel

We were thrilled with the Stearns Hotel. This hotel is a classic and from the moment I walked in I knew we made a great choice. The interior is spectacular, classic historical. Our room was simple but very comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laquita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property. Close to everything. Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

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

Ludington Gem

Excellent choice. Large,clean room. Helpful staff. Old…but well maintained. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, older hotel. The young man at the desk was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool building, love the that it felt like you went back in time with the feel and look of the building.

8/10 Good

Vikki

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

July 2024

Cute hotel nothing fancy just a good place to stay for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building and rooms are historic and beautiful. It will not be your taste if you like modern! The place is well taken care of and staff was very helpful. It is right on the edge of the downtown area so very convenient for catching the boat and dining nearby. Bed was comfortable and had good water pressure in the large bathtub. I liked it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024