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A wooden spiral staircase with a view of the outdoors through large windows, framed pictures on the walls, and a small white shelf with plants. - The Avanti Houses (South Bend)
A cozy living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There are framed pictures on the walls and a television on the wall. - The Avanti Houses (South Bend)
A loft-style bedroom with exposed wooden beams, a desk, two chairs, a bed, and a hanging light fixture. - The Avanti Houses (South Bend)
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a ceiling fan, and a potted plant. - The Avanti Houses (South Bend)
A spacious attic room with wooden beams, a large window, and a cozy seating area with a chair and table. - The Avanti Houses (South Bend)
Near Four Winds Casino South Bend, The Avanti Houses provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Room options

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A bedroom with two beds, wooden flooring, a chandelier, and various wall decorations including posters and framed pictures.

AVANTI ROOM - 4

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with two beds, a chair, a desk, and a window with blinds.

NEWMAN ROOM - 6

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with two beds, a wooden door, a window with blinds, and various framed pictures on the walls.

KELLOGG ROOM - 7

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a chair, a window with blinds, and a door.

BLAKE ROOM - 8

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for GOLDENHAWK ROOM - 17

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a dresser, and a chair.

GOLDENHAWK ROOM - 17

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for VILLA RICA ROOM - 18

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, and a fireplace.

VILLA RICA ROOM - 18

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for CANCUN SUITE - 19

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a window with curtains.

CANCUN SUITE - 19

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A loft bedroom with a sloped ceiling, wooden beams, a desk with a chair, a bed, a rocking chair, and a small table with a lamp.

THE LOFT - 20

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for SEATON ROOM - 9

A bedroom with two beds, wooden flooring, and large windows with blinds.

SEATON ROOM - 9

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for SILVERHAWK ROOM - 16

A room with two beds, a ceiling fan, wooden walls, and vintage decor.

SILVERHAWK ROOM - 16

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for CAFARO ROOM - 10

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a desk, and a lamp.

CAFARO ROOM - 10

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

West Washington, a neighborhood in South Bend, is home to The Avanti Houses. Morris Performing Arts Center and Kennedy Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit University Park Mall and Heritage Square Shopping. South Bend Chocolate Factory and Potawatomi Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our South Bend travel guide
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900 Thomas St, South Bend, IN, 46601

What's nearby

  • A large, historic house with a steeply pitched roof, stone walls, and large trees in the foreground.
    The History Museum
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A vintage car exhibit with a beige car labeled H942Q.
    Studebaker National Museum
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Four Winds Field
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Morris Performing Arts Center
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Century Center Convention Center
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • South Bend Station
    6 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Salvation Lounge
    17 min walk
  • Frankie's BBQ
    15 min walk
  • Ivy Alley
    12 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    15 min walk
  • Save-A-Lot
    6 min walk

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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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

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  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
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 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 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; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Avanti Houses 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 Avanti Houses?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Avanti Houses?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Avanti Houses located?

Located in West Washington, this guesthouse is steps from The History Museum, and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Notre Dame and Notre Dame Stadium. Four Winds Field and St. Joseph County Courthouse are also within 15 minutes. South Bend Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Avanti Houses Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find. Just what we needed for an overnight stay. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toshiaki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff responded to my questions quickly via text message. There were enough parking lots.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quinn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay in the loft. Spacious and full of memorabilia. Was great to have a private bathroom and room itself was quiet. Forgot to turn the air down before coming back late or temperature was a little too warm for a great night’s sleep, so remember to do that as it takes s while for the room to cool down being on the top floor. The host, Don, was very friendly and took time to explain some history of the house and Avanti cars and even took us over to see two over the cars across the street. Overall, a unique and memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our four night stay at the Avanti House in the Kellogg Room (room#7) was amazing, they had everything we could need including private bath, common rooms, and kitchen with toaster oven/microwave, and everything you need for coffee/tea and snacks
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was easy, and directions were good. I enjoyed this stay. The rooms were well restored, clean and comfortable. I would totally stay here again!
The fireplace in room 18.
Room 18 in Avanti 2
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my room! I had my own private bathroom and enjoyed all of the memorabilia. So happy I got to meet and speak at length with Don. He is a fantastic person who was more than eager to share his knowledge about Avanti and the history of that era. I was astounded with the massive amount of history on the walls, in the rooms and on the tables at Avanti Museum and Guest house!! The home itself is quite spectacular with a copious amount of work done to preserve its heritage. It truly takes you back in time for the duration of your stay. I definitely can't wait to go back, hopefully next June for the National Car Meet of Avanti, early and later model Studebakers!!! Thank you for an awesome stay in South Bend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Room is unique but bed is comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked this place and the on site hosts were very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and Comfortable Accomodation, unique decor with an easy and flexible check-in and check-out process and free on-site parking. A great value option for those staying in Southbend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Owner Don was very helpful and friendly. A bit of clutter, but great value
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allan Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not much room but pleasant and affordable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, parking, private AC, good location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very clean, nice helpful people, beautiful home. Pretty neighborhood close to downtown.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristina

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

Great place

This is a great place to stay in South Bend if you’re on a budget but want something comfortable and homey. The rooms are nice and the historic aspect of the house is great. It is also nice to have a kitchen to use, plus mini fridges in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet house, great location. Don, the owner was super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Don was welcoming and gave us a quick tour and some site seeing ideas.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The theme of the house was very neat with the old car collectibles. Very easy to enter & leave, not too far from downtown. Good for visiting South Bend, I would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Cozy stay

I love old houses and the room was very cozy, clean, and homey. Check in/out couldn't have been easier. I wish we had more time to check out South Bend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

Excellent stay at the Avanti!

We highly recommend the Avanti for your next stay. It is quiet and very relaxing. The Avanti offers all the amenities necessary to be comfortable while providing a lot of history in every room. We could not have had a better stay! Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

good stay

convenient location to Downtown and the museum. only 'gripe' would be room could use a ceiling fan and a window that opens to let in fresh air.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the house, very clean, safe, interesting and comfortable. The check in instructions were written for someone who was familiar with the house and rooms. The very nice guest in room #7 helped a lot. Cassandra was very good, and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

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

Great stay!

Stayed in The Loft at 131 Chapin. Code access worked perfectly. Extremely clean. We were happy to have a decent sized refrigerator to keep tailgate food cold. Loved having a Keurig in the room and microwave. We had everything we needed in this spacious and charming loft. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachael Van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't say enough nice things about our stay in room #7 at the Avanti House. This is an old house, and with that comes both the charm and quirks of an older home. The couple who manage it do an amazing job keeping it up, and everything from the architectural details to the tributes to a classic car legacy make this such a charming place to stay. The location was an easy walk to so many wonderful restaurants and landmarks around South Bend, and getting to Notre Dame was a breeze. I know where I'll be staying when I come to visit my baby for her freshman year next fall!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a nice place to sleep, this is the place for you. They have a kitchen and a bathroom that are quite small but do their job. It’s clearly an older house, but is really well maintained. Everything was clearly labeled and it’s easy to find your room. Only thing is you have to deal with other people, so if you are expecting a house to yourself you would be wrong.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023