Summers Inn

2.5 star property
Adults-only motel in Ludington with free breakfast

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Balcony
Free daily full breakfast
Interior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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717 E Ludington Ave, Ludington, MI, 49431
  • Place, Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Park Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Two Full Beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ludington

Summers Inn places you within a short walk of Sandcastles Children's Museum and within a mile (2 km) of Ludington Waterfront Park. This motel has 29 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Sandcastles Children's Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Pere Marquette River - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Stearns Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪House of Flavors - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jamesport Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ludington Bay Brewing Co. - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pier To Pier Picnics - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cluck Bucket - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Summers Inn

Adults-only motel in Ludington with free breakfast
Renovated in 2019, Summers Inn offers free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a library. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Other amenities at this adults-only motel include a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1956
  • Renovated entire property - April 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 16 and older are allowed)

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free 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, credit card, or debit 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Summers Inn Ludington
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Ludington Four Seasons Lodging Hotel Ludington
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Summers Inn?

Summers Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Summers Inn?

This motel is located in Ludington, a short 16-minute walk from Ludington Waterfront Park and also 10 minutes on foot from Sandcastles Children's Museum. You'll also find Pere Marquette River and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Summers Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Summers Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Summers Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Summers Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Summers Inn?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this adults-only motel include premium bedding as well as free breakfast and concierge services.

Are there hot tubs at Summers Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Summers Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Summers Inn offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Summers Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Summers Inn.

Does Summers Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Summers Inn?

The closest major airport to Summers Inn is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is about 23.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Summers Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at Summers Inn offer a patio and may feature garden views.

Summers Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 799 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and cozy. Located in a residential area that is great for walking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique 1960s motel with updated features and decor. Staff was very nice. A beautiful outside sitting area with a large koi pond. Convenient to Carferry and downtown. Stayed in a large 2 room King suite which was clean and it had all of the amenities. Small kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, toaster, sink, and some dishware. Bathroom was small, but that’s how they used to be back in the day. Other two rooms were very large.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

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

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a thoughtfully renovated classic motel. Breakfast was very good, out performing other hotels on our journey. Only problem was the noisy air conditioning unit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a excellent place for adults as we have stayed here multiple times and will again. My only complaint is that the pillows in our room were hard and flat. We'll bring our own next time just in case.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

Wonderful Stay

Summers Inn is a beautiful place to stay for adults. Very quiet, our room was very clean, and you start your day with a wonderful breakfast served to you. The gardens are pretty and it’s close to the beaches and State Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

Very nice, updated motel

Updated Motel in Ludington. Clean rooms, amazing breakfast service included. Convenient to all you want to do in Ludington.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are so very impressed with Summer's End Inn. It is a very short walk from downtown Ludington. We had a picnic dinner and played games in the garden. The sound of the water flowing into the coy pond was so relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

Relaxing stay

The only bad thing about this inn was the size of the toilet and sink. It was not your standard size but more like a child's size. Everything else was great! Love all the flowers around the Inn. The food was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breskfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jiachen, Ann Arbor

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

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

Little Gem

So quaint with outdoor pergola and koi pond
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Hot breakfast was great. The grounds and gardens were beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joellen

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

Ohio Harley

This hotel was amazing-- the check in with the staff who offered us so many helpful tips about things to do in Ludington. The quite pond area and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is always nice to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Great location. Wonderful MCM vibes and very friendly staff!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed here many times, and I keep going back. Clean rooms, great breakfasts, friendly and helpful staff. I feel very much at home here. And, if you're taking the ferry to Wisconsin, it's close and breakfast is served early enough to accommodate travelers leaving that early.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025