Viking Arms Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry

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Standard Single Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Suite (Whirlpool) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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930 EAST Ludington AVENUE, Ludington, MI, 49431
  • Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Stearns Park Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite (Whirlpool)

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

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ludington

Viking Arms Inn places you within a mile (2 km) of Sandcastles Children's Museum and West Michigan Fairgrounds. This 45-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Stearns Park Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Buttersville Park - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪House Of Flavors - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stix Bar - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Viking Arms Inn

Motel with free parking, near S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
Viking Arms Inn features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a meeting room and a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

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 (single-level property)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Viking Arms Inn LUDINGTON
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Viking Arms Inn?

Viking Arms Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Viking Arms Inn?

This motel is located in Ludington within a short 19-minute walk of Sandcastles Children's Museum. You'll also find S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry and West Michigan Fairgrounds within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Viking Arms Inn?

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

Does Viking Arms Inn have a casino?

No, Viking Arms Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Viking Arms Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from April until October.

What do couples enjoy most about Viking Arms Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include fireplaces and jetted bathtubs.

Does Viking Arms Inn have a hot tub?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Viking Arms Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Viking Arms Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Viking Arms Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Viking Arms Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Viking Arms Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Viking Arms Inn?

The closest major airport to Viking Arms Inn is Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker), which is about 23.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Viking Arms Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Viking Arms Inn.

Viking Arms Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 495 out of 995 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 995 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 995 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 995 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 995 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The hot tub wasn’t hot (it was only 98 degrees). Door to the room needs some weather stripping or something to cover the substantial gaps.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

King

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

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvin G

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

8/10 Good

Rick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was good except the heaters were problematic. I was comfortable in bed but a little cool otherwise. The bathroom was nice and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

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

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

melinda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Navin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Courteous staff. Everything worked.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick

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

Ludington's Best!

Been going up to Ludington, MI for over 63+ years and finally bought a place on Hamlin Lake so I needed somewhere to stay and Ive always wanted to stay at Viking Arms it looks very Welcoming! It was the Best! Great rooms, friendly owners, Clean, well taken care of and just perfect for what I needed. Always recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Paul E

Traveled with family
Family emergency tried to cancel you took 6 hrs to call and assist me and they said no refund to late said I should have book through the motel for$65.00 and she would have refunded the money. You charged me $90.00 which I lost
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, quiet, clean, comfortable beds. There was plenty of hot water for the whirlpool tub. The “fireplace“ produced plenty of heat. I would go here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A simple, inexpensive room. Clean and comfortable. We were just passing through so it worked out for a quick place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Dianne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stanley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast checkin. Clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient from car ferry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024