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Nova Motel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Ludington with free parking

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Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed | Living area | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Exterior detail
Traditional Room | Bathroom | Towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper
Golf view
Comfort Room | Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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472 S Pere Marquette Hwy, Ludington, MI, 49431
  • Place, West Michigan Fairgrounds
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ludington Waterfront Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manistee, MI (MBL-Manistee County-Blacker)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room

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

Traditional Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, 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

View all photos for Basic Room

1 bedroom, 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
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Stearns Park Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Buttersville Park - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Nova Motel

Hotel in Ludington with free parking
Guests of Nova Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a picnic area. 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 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

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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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.

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 S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry 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 amenities will couples enjoy at Nova Motel?

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

Does Nova Motel have a hot tub?

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

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?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Nova Motel.

Nova Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 157 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Howard, Britton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were doing some renovations on the property. The pool was very nice with a spa. One bad thing was the refrigerator would not freeze my ice packs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

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

4/10 Poor

Sheila

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't like anything at that motel. Only left 1/2 roll toilet paper, didn't have cups of glasses. Only 2 bath towels, 2 washclothes and 2 hand towels. All of the linens were stained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Shower was fine except when every 30 seconds it would be scalding
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Armando

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with family
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

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I paid $206 thru Expedia for my room after selecting Pet friendly properties. After I arrived and checked in I was tokld I needed to pay an additional 25 dollar pet fee. I shared that I paid the full price already, The staff started knocking on my dore at dusk and continnued knocking for 1.5 hours. I felt scared fromt he first knock. I called the front desk and shared that I paid the full proce prior to arrival. They insisted on the additonal $25. I shared that I felt threatened and would call the police if they knocked again. They did. I called the police. I ended up packing my things while the police were there and leaving in my car becaus eI felt so threatened and unsafe. They refused to refund my money. I had spent a total of 4.5 hours at their facility. 1.5 hours of which they knocked incessently.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was surprised by the condition of the room/hotel. I wasn't expecting the Ritz, but based on the rating I guess I expected a bit more. The room we got was nothing like the pictures. The floors were quite dirty,. I wiped up a water spill and unfortunately the towel was black afterwards. It was dirty enough that we ended up using the towel in the room to create a runner of sorts to keep out feet off the floors. There was hair from where someone had shaved on the faucet handles and counter. Large dusty cobwebs above the bed. The shower head was quite clogged which made it so the water only came out in a few random streams. Other things like a broken deadbolt, broken refrigerator and broken toilet paper holder should be addressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Travis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank, bloomington

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

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Traveled with group
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Leanna

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space is really small. The TV was tiny. I almost couldn’t believe I paid money to stay in a room so poorly updated. I guess it was only 80 dollars but I don’t understand why it hasn’t been renovated since 1982. We still managed to have a good time in spite of these hurdles with the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024