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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

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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About the neighborhood

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. Sandcastles Children's Museum and Ludington Waterfront Park 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 - 0.4 miles
  • The city of Ludington hosts a monthly bonfire on the beach from 8-10pm during the summer. It is timed to be able to take in the sunset as well as the departure of the car ferry SS Badger.
    Stearns Park Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sandcastles Children's Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pere Marquette River
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • House of Flavors
    7 min walk
  • Jamesport Brewing Company
    7 min walk
  • Burger King
    3 min drive
  • Cluck Bucket
    5 min walk

About this property

Stearns Hotel

Hotel near Lake Michigan
Stearns Hotel provides amenities like laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Wedding services, an elevator, and a water dispenser
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Stearns Hotel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs 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 transportation

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

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
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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

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?

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stearns Hotel located?

Situated in Ludington, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sandcastles Children's Museum and Lake Michigan. Ludington Waterfront Park and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Stearns Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 221 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

mishelle

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Friendly staff. Good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay at the Stearns. For years we have been using other hotels and motels in the area but I will always check availability at this one first - from now on. It has a very "fancy" feel, for a very good rate. The staff was super-friendly. Lots of cool areas that offer great backgrounds for photos or selfies. If you like a nightcap, there is a very cool bar inside but - open only certain days. Parking is no problem and it is right around the corner if you plan to take the U.S.S. Badger!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Staff & service

Quiet and basic

Quaint and historic. We stayed during the week and it was very quiet. The Tiki bar is only open on the weekends so we went downtown for a drink and dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

robert

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

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Nice Clean Old Hotel

I loved the old building and the look back in time. Everything was very clean and in working order. The hotel in itself was very warm, uncomfortably so, but the air conditioning in the room worked well, so we slept fine. Great location. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

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

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