Nova Motel

2.0 star property

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

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, Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Traditional Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

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

Basic Room

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

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
  • Little River Casino - 40 min drive - 37.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Nova Motel

Guests of Nova Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a vending machine. 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 garden and a picnic area.
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
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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 Jun 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nova Motel on Jun 23, 2026 start from $82, 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.

Is there parking available at Nova Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

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.

What do couples enjoy most about Nova Motel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.

Does Nova Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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.

Does Nova Motel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Nova Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Nova Motel.

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

Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

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
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10/10 Excellent

Jervis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are quite comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Great stay

Great stay! Friendly, clean, good location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lennie

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Beds weren’t the most comfortable but the rooms were clean! Owner was very friendly and very welcoming! I would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and a good value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was friendly and very quick with our arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little roadside motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Veronique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient located.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly and helpful. Motel is rustic but well kept. Beds were comfortable and rooms clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool and hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice area and room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property under renovation. Bed was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and what we expected for the price. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything from the owners to my room to the people.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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6/10 Okay

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The place was nice, friendly, fairly clean, old rustic look, reasonable on price, swimming pool which was clean. Stayed 3 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The owner is wonderful and super helpful! The outdoor pool and hot tub were super clean and fun! The hotel is outdated but we had a blast! Would stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and great staff, Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nicely done, basic motel- we found it clean, quiet and comfortable. The manager was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023