At Stearns Hotel, warmth and comfort await near Lake Michigan. With a cozy fireplace in the lobby, laundry facilities for convenience, and high-speed WiFi to stay connected. The helpful staff is available 24/7 at the front desk.
S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Stearns Park Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Pere Marquette River - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
West Michigan Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
House of Flavors - 7 min walk
Jamesport Brewing Company - 7 min walk
Ludington Bay Brewing Co. - 8 min walk
Pier To Pier Picnics - 5 min walk
Little Caesars Pizza - 2 min drive
About this property
Stearns Hotel
At Stearns Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
28 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Water dispenser
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Wedding services
Facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Stearns Hotel Hotel
Stearns Hotel Ludington
Stearns Hotel Hotel Ludington
Frequently asked questions
Does Stearns Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Stearns Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Stearns Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Stearns Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Stearns Hotel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What's the area around Stearns Hotel like?
Stearns Hotel is a short 18-minute walk from Lake Michigan and 14 minutes' walk from S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry.
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Stearns Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2025
Quick couples get away
Great location within walking distance of Ludington's downtown.
MARK
MARK, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
The hotel is a step back into Ludington history. Very clean, well appointed and close to downtown shopping, restaurants and beaches! Great location.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great hotel.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 18, 2025
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
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
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!
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Will stay again!
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
It had a unique vibe, for an older place and the staff was polite
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2025
Nice historic hotel in Ludington. Short distance from the ferry. Room was cute and clean.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 19, 2025
Hotel is very dated.
Even the coffee service was dated.
Nice receptionist.
Good location.
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 28, 2025
Severe severe updates needed
The hotel needs some vast updating. The bathroom was severely old and the paint that they had applied on the tub was peeling. The carpet was very worn. The furniture look like it was from the 1970s. It generally needs some severe updating. We will not be staying there again.
ERIC
ERIC, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 15, 2025
A little overpriced for what is offered.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
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.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Loved being able to stay within walking distance of downtown shops and restaurants.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2025
This is the most gorgeous Hotel I've even stayed at. I must return on a Fri/Sat when the Tiki Lounge is open!
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 2, 2025
The hotel was painting at the time of our arrival. The fumes were iverw
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
I LOVE the fact was OLD CHARM, but yet modern in a way, that was Touch Old School!!
Christy
Christy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 23, 2025
Old hotel (1901), but well maintained. Probably would not be desirable for younger families, but we are elderly and the hotel brought back thoughts of the old grand hotels of decades ago. In town, so walking distance to food and shops. Rooms were like 124 years ago, but modern bathrooms and furniture. Lobby was like 1901! Highly recommend for older generations.
Lonnie
Lonnie, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 26, 2025
Good location, friendly staff but very old and tired hotel.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Love that old hotel 🏨 great place to stay
Henry
Henry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Great downtown location in Ludington!
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Great
Very good, id say cleanest hotel we have been to in awhile.
Lee
Lee, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 16, 2025
Loved the location, the room was clean, breakfast was nice. I sure do hate that the necklace I left in the room was not turned in by the person who was in charge of cleaning the room after we left. Hope they're happy with the necklace my daughter bought for me that is now stolen property.
Aimee
Aimee, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 30, 2024
the location for the parade is great. .
robert
robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 31, 2024
We stayed just one night. Hotel is clean but outdated
Miodrag
Miodrag, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2024
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!