Spotless and quaint. Excellent rooms and staff. Delicious food. Beautiful property. The bathroom…read morewas small but again, spotless. The area is fun. Hope to return and will stay at this inn again.

Great find! Staff were so welcoming and allowed an early check in. Room was simple but super clean…read moreand functional; bed was very comfy. The garden and pond behind the motel are an unexpected delight-offering a quiet, shady place to sit. Great proximity to downtown and the SS Badger.

This was our second year staying at Ludington Beach House, and that really says something because…read morewe actually found this place completely on a whim last year. We loved it so much that when we decided we had to come back to Ludington, we worked the cost into our budget specifically so we could stay here again. Ludington stole our hearts, and this place has become part of the experience for us. The location is absolutely spectacular. You're directly across the street from the beach and lighthouse access, and you can walk into town in about 10-20 minutes for ice cream, snacks, shopping, restaurants, and all the cute little things that make Ludington such a fun beach town. You're also right near the harbor. We hardly needed our car once we arrived. I really love the amenities here because they aren't trying to be over-the-top. Everything is simple, comfortable, and thoughtfully done. There's a pool that goes all the way to 9 feet deep, with a rope separating the deep and shallow areas. I love spending time out there, and there are plenty of tables and lounge chairs. They even provide pool towels, which is such a nice touch. Our room was small, but it was very thoughtfully laid out. We had a comfortable queen-size bed, a little table with two chairs, Wi-Fi, a microwave, and a mini fridge WITH an actual freezer. I know that sounds like such a small thing, but having a real little freezer is incredibly convenient when you're traveling! I also really appreciate the little details. There are cute retro coasters, a little guide with information about the property and Ludington, coffee with flavored creamers, and really nice bathroom products. The body wash smelled SO good. The linens deserve some credit too. There's nothing fancy about them, but the sheets are white, clean, crisp cotton, and the towels are nice and thick. They even provide a makeup towel, which I always appreciate. There's also a spot where you can grab an extra towel or blanket yourself whenever you need one. I LOVE this. Nobody wants to have to call the front desk because they need an extra washcloth or towel. It's just one more little thing that makes staying here easy. And because you're staying directly by the beach, I love that they have a broom available too. There is ALWAYS going to be sand when you stay at a beach, so having a way to sweep it up is just practical and thoughtful. Even though there are quite a few units, I've found it to be surprisingly quiet. The staff has also always been incredibly kind and accommodating. You get one parking space per unit, which has never been an issue for us. I'm not sure what the arrangement would be if you needed additional parking, but for the two of us it has been perfect. The only minor complaint I could possibly make is that the room does feel a little humid at times. However, the air conditioner worked absolutely fabulously, so we were never uncomfortable or too hot. This isn't a luxury resort, and the rooms aren't huge or fancy. That's not what makes this place special. It's the location, the cleanliness, the thoughtful little touches, the pool, the friendly staff, and the fact that it makes being in Ludington so easy. It feels simple, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. We loved it enough to come back for a second year, and I have a feeling we'll be back again.

We stayed two nights, loved it and would return absolutely. Family operated by very nice people we…read moremet. Modest and clean. Nice bedding, wonderful soap, coffee in the room. Right across the street from the public beach, pier -- yet quiet at night. We walked down to see fishermen catch salmon while the sun set. Played cornhole before dinner. Open windows allowed for a crisp cross breeze in our room. A pretty vinyl floor made for easy cleaning of sand tracked in from the beach. Not fancy. Just a step back in time that enhanced our whole trip. On a side note, we were able to use an AirBnB gift card at the hotel.

Easy check in. Good view of nature from the room on the 2nd floor…read more Easy parking and helpful employees who actually like working for IHG and this location shows. The breakfast bar is top notch and fresh too. Wish for honey for the tea but the cinnamon rolls are delicious and coffee great as well. Hot hot tub that's huge and empty at 10pm. And overnight firm mattresses but 2 types of pillows a polyester and a king feather pillow make this hotel experience a positive experience!

It was awesome in advance because I won't be there till later this week. The breakfast was already…read moreawesome new stuff every other day and the pool will be super good. Overall you should stay here and I'm looking forward to it.

Nice updated interior with comfortable rooms. Very basic accommodations but was nice. Dedicated…read moreparking spots are nice. When getting chased out of camping by mosquitoes we were a bit cautious to stay at a motel because of the virus but it was VERY CLEAN and comfortable. Felt safe from a sanitation stand point. Family run and super friendly. Thank you.

My boyfriend and I just had a nice 2-night stay at Avenue Motel. The pros: old school motor court…read morecharm, great location, impeccably clean rooms, reasonable nightly rate ($125/night + tax for a room with a queen bed on a weekday), and excellent covid protocols in place. The cons: cozy rooms (but how much time do you spend in your room on vacation anyway?), our shower was slow to drain and left me in a puddle by the time I was done, no fridge/microwave in room (no place to put them, I understand), beds weren't the most comfortable, and a sizeable gap between blinds and windows that would allow people to see in. We hung a sheet over the window to fix this problem. It would be a good idea if the motel added curtains. Despite these few inconveniences, I definitely wouldn't hesitate to return to Avenue Motel in the future.

Stayed overnight after making the crossing on the SS Badger…read more The bed was very comfy and the room was quiet. Lots of pillows on the beds. Very clean. The door on fridge in the room was open so it took overnight for it to be cold again. The breakfast area was very small and crowded so we skipped breakfast there and walked to the McDonald's next door. Also they didn't keep it stocked well. There are so many things to do there. A small decent gym, a good size indoor pool with a hot tub. A game room with air hockey and video games. Definitely not walking distance from downtown, unless you really like to walk a good distance. The remote for the tv has a Netflix button on it but the hotel has blocked it and it's not available. Definitely would stay here again.

It's clean although they are remodeling so it's a little rough in areas. My room was newly…read moreremodeled and felt new. The continental breakfast was a little rough but I never expect much.

Stayed for one night, ended up wanting to leave early due to a cockroach being found in the…read morebathroom. I let the front desk know about it and all they said was "sorry"... I understand things happen and bugs get in but be a little more understanding than just saying "sorry" and then walking away. Offer to do something about it.... Other than that, pool was nice, breakfast was pretty decent. Kids had a fun time w the arcade there.

We stayed 2 nights at this hotel. It was a basic Best Western and pretty busy. It's a little old…read moreand could use an update but I was impressed by several things. First of all the staff. Everyone was SO nice. My son burned his finger on the waffle iron and they immediately got him an ice pack and bandaids. She even gave us a few free waters. So kind. I also noticed they were cleaning the pool in the morning. It seems like a no brained but I'm sure many of these hotels don't get the pools cleaned. This one did! The pool was really nice and had a hot tube and a sauna (which was closed). There's also a game room that you have to pass to get to the pool so prepare for that if you have kids. They ran out of towels but had them filled back up in 5 min. Breakfast was standard but again the staff was super nice. It's always nice to get free breakfast. My kids loved the mini waffles. Very close to the beach and a great place to stay!

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying in the stable suite at the Cartier mansion for our…read more"minimoon" the couple of days after our wedding. Jenna and Chris are awesome, they have really thought of everything. The breakfast was phenomenal, I will definitely be attempting some of their recipes at home, they were super helpful in providing local recommendations and extreme detail was given to the design of both the mansion and the sable suite. They provide modern amenities while keeping the charm of the original architecture..

My wife and I had a lovely time celebrating our wedding anniversary. We stayed in Hayloft 2 which…read moreis in the Carriage House. The loft was beautiful and contemporary while still maintaining the genre of the era. The attentional to details by the innkeepers was phenomenal. The Cartier Mansion itself was exquisite, and the woodwork in the mansion was beautiful. Finally, the breakfast that we were served was simply divine, meeting the standards of this Foodie. Highly recommend this property for a B&B stay!

This place is one to remember! Very clean, cozy and amazing location. 3 minute wall to the beach…read more The owner is very nice and accommodating. I was traveling with 2 small dogs and got very lucky that they're dog friendly. Call and check to make sure they still are though, the owner told me when I checked out that they may not be dog friendly for much longer. I could tell the owner is a big time dog lover but understand her possible future decision to not take dogs anymore, can never tell how responsible of a dog owner one is or how behaved one dog is to the next. Great experience! So glad to have found this gem!!!

This is probably the most comfortable I've been in a motel. Jill made it easy to make reservations…read morefrom Florida. Then we got here she upgraded us to the cutest apartment across the street. We moved back to a regular room when we extended our stay. Both the apartment and motel rooms were clean and well organized. Location is beach adjacent and close to stores and coffee shops. We barely moved the car our entire stay. Dog friendly and clean are hard to find. If you get an opportunity to stay in Ludington, stay at the Lighthouse Motel, you will love it!!

Naders is a wonderful place to stay and a wonderful experience staying there several times over the…read moreyears originally from Ludington, Michigan, born and raised there. PAM, who is always made my reservations very professional and very helpful. I give her a four star five star.

I'm ashamed to say that I usually shy away from lodging that has the word "motel" in it, and prefer…read moreto stay at places that have the word "hotel" in it. But Nader's also has the word "suites" in its name, so that appeased my snobby side enough to take a chance on this place. And I'm glad I did! If only all motels were like this one. First of all, Nader's offers suites, which come with full kitchens: a stove/oven, full refrigerator, silverware and dishes, a kitchen sink, a living room that transforms into a pull-out bed, and a little kitchen table. There are two TVs in the suites, plus two full-sized beds. It's all very tidy and nice for families, because you have so many comforts of home. The one thing that wasn't my favorite about the suite is that there isn't a bathroom sink. You have to use the kitchen sink for everything. Which I'm sure most people don't care about, so your mileage may vary. But the rest of the hotel amenities offset that minor inconvenience. Things like the Adirondack chairs that circle around a big fire pit that's lit in the evenings. The free bikes that you can just pick up and ride around Ludington. The basketball court and little area with corn hole, shuffle board and giant Connect Four. The outdoor pool (that's heated, but not warm). The free wifi and free parking. The location -- oh man, the location! You're literally a four-minute walk from the beach. All of these things make Nader's a great place to stay for families. And other families must agree, because we saw lots of them during our stay.

What a lovely two night stay a The Ludington house! Beautiful house filled with period furniture…read moreand games, comfortable bed and lovely room, and the BEST breakfasts! The breakfast was served by the owners of the house in the Cartier mansion next door, so you got to enjoy seeing two beautiful old homes. Gourmet breakfasts were top notch, and the owners and staff were stellar! Highly recommend staying here!

This is a charming Bed and Breakfast in a lovely part of Ludington. Each morning there was a large…read moreselection of breads, fruit, pastries and that day's egg dish. The hosts are exactly what you would hope for in friendless, attention to details and being very responsive.