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Viking Arms Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry

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Standard Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Standard Single Room | In-room dining
Viking Arms Inn offers a welcoming retreat with practical amenities. Enjoy in-room WiFi and helpful staff providing tour and ticket assistance. Convenient luggage storage and a front-desk safe ensure peace of mind.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Whirlpool) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite (Whirlpool)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Ludington is home to Viking Arms Inn. North Breakwater Light and Historic White Pine Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Sandcastles Children's Museum and West Michigan Fairgrounds. Ludington Waterfront Park and Port of Ludington Maritime Museum are also worth visiting.
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930 EAST Ludington AVENUE, Ludington, MI, 49431

What's nearby

  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stearns Park Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Buttersville Park - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ludington Bay Brewing Co. - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pier To Pier Picnics - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Viking Arms Inn

Motel near S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
Viking Arms Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and 1 meeting room
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Viking Arms Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April to October

Property is also known as

Viking Arms
Viking Arms Inn
Viking Arms Inn LUDINGTON
Viking Arms LUDINGTON
Viking Arms Hotel Ludington
Viking Arms Inn Motel
Viking Arms Inn Ludington
Viking Arms Inn Motel Ludington

Frequently asked questions

Does Viking Arms Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Viking Arms Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Viking Arms Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Viking Arms Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Viking Arms Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Viking Arms Inn located?

Situated in Ludington, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sandcastles Children's Museum, West Michigan Fairgrounds, and Ludington Waterfront Park. S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry and North Breakwater Light are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Viking Arms Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 515 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1021 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Staff & service
Great location and easy check in!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an awesome stay while up there for a fishing trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good location clean safe
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean and comfortable. It was near town and the beach. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient, clean, and enjoyed the pool and hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet Didn’t use the pool. But would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price we were happy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELISSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and the hotel and grounds were very clean. Id stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. The room was clean. The bed was comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
everyone was so nice and definitely a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Easy clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel. Very clean rooms, friendly and professional staff and fun pool for kids to play in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Updated old 'Motor Lodge' property. Small room, everything is in good condition. Quiet. Inexpensive. Good for an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We've stayed her several times and it is a good value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, and roomy room. Staff was friendly and prompt to needs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed easy access to jumping in the car to go places as our parking place was just outside our door! The pool and hot tub was clean and easy to access, as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the convenience of this property to the Ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Always great service and a great hotel!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet place to stay the night after taking the SS Badger across Lake MI.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room. Very clean and pretty!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's nice to park outside your room and not carry the luggage far.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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