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Nova Motel

2.0 star property
Hotel convenient to S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry

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Relax in this serene retreat with a comfortable bed, sofa, and dining area.
Bathroom features a sink, toilet, and shower area with towels.
Guests can enjoy a covered porch with benches at this motel.
Escape to a serene natural oasis with a winding gravel path through lush greenery and trees.
Guests can park in the spacious parking lot, surrounded by tall trees.
By Lake Michigan, Nova Motel offers a charming retreat. Unwind at the seasonal pool, explore the nearby nature reserve, or stroll through the off-leash area with your pet. With helpful staff and free parking on site.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (5)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
$102 nightly
The total price is $113
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Traditional Room | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Cable channels
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Living room
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
472 S Pere Marquette Hwy, Ludington, MI, 49431

What's nearby

  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Buttersville Park - 10 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪House Of Flavors - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stix Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Nova Motel

When you stay at Nova Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 14 2025 to September 1 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from July 01 to September 04

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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nova motel Ludington
nova motel Hotel Ludington

Frequently asked questions

Does Nova Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Nova Motel 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.

Is there a pool at Nova Motel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Nova Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Nova Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Nova Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Nova Motel and nearby?

Nova Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Nova Motel like?

Nova Motel is located a short 19-minute walk from West Michigan Fairgrounds.

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Nova Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Bed
Air conditioning
Bathroom

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good place clean some holes in my wall that could been patch up before renting to people but overall was clean and good comfront beds was great
Jessica, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Zero frills, you-get-what-you-pay-for kind of roadside motel. Was clearly undergoing some major renovations when we visited at the end of the off-season. Owner was super friendly, welcoming, and helpful.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Very old motel

Very old motel, not well kept up. One room, refrigerator and micro on an old desk. No desk space, small over-the-air TV screen. Tiny bathroom, not too clean. High cost in a tourist-trap town.
Alvin J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Great stay! Friendly, clean, good location!
Angela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff is friendly and helpful. Motel is rustic but well kept. Beds were comfortable and rooms clean.
Karl, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The owner was friendly and very quick with our arrival.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved everything from the owners to my room to the people.
Elysia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The place was nice, friendly, fairly clean, old rustic look, reasonable on price, swimming pool which was clean. Stayed 3 nights.
Patricia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location
sara, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It's an older motel, room was clean, staff was welcoming and pleased to offer assistance.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice area and room.
Patricia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It is a great place to stay at a reasonable price when fishing in the area. They have coolers available for your fish at the end of the day. Definitely nice for a no frills guy trip.
Gregory, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, cozy and quiet. The office staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Jodi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy commute to S.S. Badger.
Wendy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice little roadside motel.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient located.
Veronique, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the pool and hot tub!
Myka, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Good value
Dusty, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

This is a great location to stay at when going to the Silver Lake Off-road park. it is only 30 min from the park, and a few minutes to downtown Ludington. They have great trailer parking, and good prices. The pool was very nice. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful.
Kelly, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice and great staff, Thank you
Gregg, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A nicely done, basic motel- we found it clean, quiet and comfortable. The manager was very friendly and helpful.
Timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The people at the Nova were extremely nice and accommodating. They were booked and made room for us. Clean room with new flooring, offered beach towels for the pool instead of just standard size and had fresh coffee ready at 6 am- great little place- will stay again!!
Tammy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds
Brad, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Obvious that this motel is lovingly cared for by the family on site.
ELLEN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The swimming pool
Ted, 1-night trip