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Nova Motel

Property class: 2

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Traditional Room | Pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom | Towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper
Exterior detail
Comfort Room | Exterior
Golf view

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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472 S Pere Marquette Hwy, Ludington, MI, 49431
  • Place, West Michigan Fairgrounds
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Pere Marquette River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Room | Pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Traditional Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ludington

Located within a mile (2 km) of West Michigan Fairgrounds, Nova Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Pere Marquette River. This 28-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Pere Marquette River - 1 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Silver Lake State Park - 29 min drive - 32.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Nova Motel

Guests of Nova Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include a picnic area and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Climb into the pillowtop bed for a pleasant night's sleep. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from July 01 to September 04.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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nova motel Ludington
nova motel Hotel Ludington

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Nova Motel?

Nova Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Nova Motel?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nova Motel on May 17, 2026 start from $93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Nova Motel?

This hotel is located in Ludington within a short 19-minute walk of West Michigan Fairgrounds. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Pere Marquette River within a short drive.

Does Nova Motel have a casino on the premises?

No, Nova Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Nova Motel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from July 01 until September 04.

Does Nova Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Nova Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Nova Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Nova Motel though service animals are welcome.

How close is the airport from Nova Motel?

The closest major airport to Nova Motel is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is 29.3 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Nova Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 159 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dana

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Douglas

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The heat was uncontrollable the entrance door would not ln
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Edward

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 25 had bed bugs, the tub was black with filth, and one of our towels had a wad of something sticky with hair in it. When we tried to talk to the clerk about the issues and wanting to cancel our second night, they said the manager would be in at 10:30 a.m, that we needed to talk with them. We left the property at 8 a.m., returning the key with the clerk. I messaged the motel through my Expedia reservation, and have not heard back from them. I requested a refund. I took a picture of the bed bug for evidence. I have never stayed in a room that filthy before. The carpets weren't vacuumed, there were sprays of brown liquid on the walls, the comforters were stained, and the curtains were stained both in the room and bathroom. The motel was creepy and run down. The "office" is someone's bedroom with a drive through window. So, when you check in, you see their living quarters and their bed. The pictures online do not match the actual motel. 100% do not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jervis, Vermilion Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are quite comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ty

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff rude, made sure to tell us 8 times checkout is 10a which I knew. The sign next to the door in the room says checkout is 11a.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked a two night stay at the property. We were put in a room that had a very "old, tangy" odor. People were very loud outside of the room for half of the night. There was only one electrical outlet in the room and the tv and refrigerator were plugged into it. No place for phone charger. We were given a different room the second night which was a bit nicer, but the refrigerator was on a bench and was very tippy when opened. It had a fairly large dent in the door, which I assume, came from a fall. It was cheap though.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The picture of motel is deceiving. It is severely run down and dated. After I walked into our room I was going to check out and go to another hotel but I was unable to get a refund. The shower was dirty and I wore my water shoes to take a shower. Go elsewhere for lodging.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

pamela

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty rvs in back people living there run down smells terrible. Pool dirty people hanging aroung smoking and drinking. No window in bathroom screen only. Feared for safety
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very pleasant and others staying there were all very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
The owner was courteous and kind I fill he had a lot work to do by himself with little funds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I left the motel without staying. The room was filthy with cobwebs hanging from the ceiling which obviously have been hanging there for years as they where encased in grime. The air conditioner was covered in dust and grime.The exterior door leading directly to the street was a only a hollow core door with a flimsy physical key, The door jam actually had a hole broken in it and the safety chain had been haphazardly reattached to the wall.The photographs of the motel posted on Travelocity were very misleading. The photos present an older motel that has been renovated but in reality it is a dump that should be torn down. I don't understand how an establishment like this could possibly been promoted by Travelocity!! I feel scammed and have lost trust in Traveocity Very seedy and ghetto indeed!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jean

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place should not be on the list of places to stay. Discussing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lennie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute great welcome personality, great service and friendly. Clean room, comfy...definitely plan another trip to stay here. Its being renovated but easily adaptive.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Alvin J

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Beds were uncomfortable. Bathroom very small, shower narrow. Very old
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and a good value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025