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Best Western Lakewinds

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ludington with free breakfast and a fitness center

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BBQ/picnic area
Business center
Exterior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
At Best Western Lakewinds, guests can relax in the spa tub after a gym workout or watch their kids enjoy the playground. The indoor pool suits all ages, and the helpful staff ensures a comfortable stay. The free to-go breakfast offers a convenient start to each day.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Living Room,Sofabed,Full Kitchen)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View (with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(91 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
5005 W US Highway 10, Ludington, MI, 49431

What's nearby

  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Stearns Park Beach - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Buttersville Park - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Best Western Lakewinds

Hotel near S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
You can look forward to free to-go breakfast, a playground, and an arcade/game room at Best Western Lakewinds. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, a gift shop, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 85 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and free infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Lakewinds have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Best Western Lakewinds pet-friendly?

Yes, Best Western Lakewinds allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western Lakewinds?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Lakewinds?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Lakewinds?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Lakewinds located?

Situated in Ludington, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from West Michigan Fairgrounds and within 3 mi (5 km) of Pere Marquette River and Sandcastles Children's Museum. Ludington Waterfront Park and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Best Western Lakewinds Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 526 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1010 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good and we loved the arcade, pool, and gym.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel & staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. We liked that it was pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wieslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and nice service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that this was a pet friendly hotel and close to Ludington and State Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff is friendly, overall a very good stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at this hotel - no issues found. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly. Breakfast was good. Pool and hot tub were clean and enjoyable. The hotel overall was very clean. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good family hotel, with good breakfast, pool and children’s play area. Useful location out of town a bit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well maintained. The breakfast was well done.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Pet friendly! Clean!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Zackary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveniently located
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, very good internet and TV recption, very good front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to many restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My kids love hot tubs and pools and this place had both that were clean and nicely done! The staff were friendly, breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and attentive to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff were extremely polite and helpful. A real credit to the community they hail from.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the wood ceiling in the pool area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property for a reliable and quality experience from Best Western.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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