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Independence Stay

2.5 star property
Travelers stay active on their own terms at this well-situated hotel, where helpful staff and complimentary self parking allow guests to focus on what matters most.

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - Independence Stay (Houghton)
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

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

Room options

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Comfort Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(144 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Houghton, Independence Stay is in an area with good shopping. A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum and Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mine Shaft and Prospector's Paradise. Visit our Houghton travel guide
Map
913 Razorback Dr, Houghton, MI, 49931

What's nearby

  • Michigan Technological College Houghton
    Michigan Technological University
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Houghton, MI, USA - Oct 3,2020:The Portage Lake Lift Bridge connects the cities of Hancock and Houghton, was built in 1959.
    Houghton–Hancock Bridge
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mine Shaft
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters
    22 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 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 like 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 speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Independence Stay feature perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

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 available

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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property 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 elevators

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 is parking?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Independence Stay located?

Situated in Houghton, this hotel is steps from Mine Shaft, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Houghton–Hancock Bridge and A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum. Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center and Michigan Technological University are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Independence Stay Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 564 out of 723 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 723 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 723 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 723 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 723 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable hotel and bed, restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis and Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was modern, clean, comfortable, and the staff was friendly. Awesome stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Clean room, good service, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laudy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A fantastic stay! The hotel was spotless, cozy, and incredibly well-located—perfect for exploring the area. Highly recommend for anyone looking for comfort and convenience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New Hotel very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was very nice and clean. we'll be staying there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was clean with nice staff. We stayed 2 nights- my only complaint was the delicious takeaway microwaveable breakfast sandwich was out of stock the second morning- not a big deal. Will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family trip to visit our student at MTU. All was excellent for our needs. Very clean and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 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

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

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. Very clean, looks brand new!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly check in, clean and very comfortable room!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great lication

Freshly remodeled with great amenities, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Consistent good service.

I've stayed here before. I've always had good service and a clean room. This stay was no exception.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

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

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well equipped and clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

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

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

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Omg..We can not wait to come back and stay here. The room was super clean and well stocked. Bed was a little springy for our liking and no breakfast sandwiches were stocked this morning but we did not mind as the staff and room itself exceeded our expectations..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025