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The Library Historic Hotel

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A bar area with a wooden counter, green upholstered bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses. - The Library Historic Hotel (Saint Joseph)
A cozy lounge area with a leather sofa, a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items, a chandelier, and a patterned rug. - The Library Historic Hotel (Saint Joseph)
A coffee station with a coffee machine, cups, and a coffee can. - The Library Historic Hotel (Saint Joseph)
A public library entrance with a dark wooden door, a decorative metal gate, and a column. - The Library Historic Hotel (Saint Joseph)
A room with a dark patterned wallpaper, a framed picture on the wall, a bookshelf with books and decorative items, a lamp, and a bed with a dark quilt. - The Library Historic Hotel (Saint Joseph)
Close to Silver Beach, The Library Historic Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and an outdoor entertainment area. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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Room options

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A four-poster bed with a blue quilt, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Double Room

  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a bookshelf, and a window with blinds.

Double Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a large bed, a bookshelf, and a globe.

Double Room

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with a brick wall, a four-poster bed, a window with curtains, and a lamp on a bedside table.

Double Room

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a framed picture, and a shelf with books.

Double Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

Double Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Saint Joseph, a neighborhood in Saint Joseph, The Library Historic Hotel is near a train station and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Silver Beach. FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Margaret B. Upton Arboretum are also worth visiting. Visit our Saint Joseph travel guide
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500 Main St, Saint Joseph, MI, 49085

What's nearby

  • A river with seagulls perched on wooden posts, a bridge, and a grassy bank.
    Lake Bluff Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A glass of red wine and a wedge of cheese on a wooden table with a beach and ocean in the background.
    White Pine Winery
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A lighthouse and pier at sunset.
    Silver Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A sunset over a beach with the sun reflecting on the water.
    Lions Park Beach
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St. Joseph Today
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station
    5 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Silver Beach Pizza
    5 min walk
  • Atrium Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Java City Cafe, Lakeland HealthCare
    3 min drive
  • Azul Tequila
    7 min walk
  • Clementines Too
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to noon
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 9 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (29 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lever door handles
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Renovated entire property - July 2026
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 21 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 21 and older are welcome

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Library Historic 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 The Library Historic Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Library Historic Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Library Historic Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Saint Joseph, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of FuzzyButz Pet Bakery and Silver Beach. Lake Michigan is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away. St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station is only a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Library Historic Hotel Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay at the Library Historic Hotel, the owners did a fantastic job decorating and keeping the historical charm. We really enjoyed spending time in the speakeasy and at the rooftop terrace. I cannot recommend this place enough if you’re looking for a couples night getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with great attention to historic details. Loved the gold fixtures... it was a nice touch. Spotless room and all amenities. Late night cookies and snacks were a great surprise. The Directors room was private and quiet. Please check the outlets in the room, the plugs needed to be "wiggled" to work. The water hotpot was super cute, but we couldn't get the outlet to keep it on. Thank you for the stay. You've created a wonderful atmosphere and beautiful space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
brand new hotel, very quiet, close to downtown and lake. speakeasy downstairs is a hit. will go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026