Nova Motel

2.0 star property
Hotel convenient to S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry

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By Lake Michigan, Nova Motel offers a charming retreat. Unwind at the seasonal pool, explore the nearby nature reserve, or stroll through the off-leash area with your pet. With helpful staff and free parking on site.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Bath or shower
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor seasonal pool

Room options

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Traditional Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Living room
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
472 S Pere Marquette Hwy, Ludington, MI, 49431

What's nearby

  • West Michigan Fairgrounds - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ludington Waterfront Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Stearns Park Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Buttersville Park - 10 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪House Of Flavors - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stix Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Nova Motel

Nova Motel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry. A seasonal outdoor pool and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3.5 per cent 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Off-lead area available
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 per cent

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 14 June 2025 to 30 June 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from July 01 to September 04

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

nova motel Hotel
nova motel Ludington
nova motel Hotel Ludington

Frequently asked questions

Does Nova Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Nova Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Nova Motel?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Nova Motel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 23 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at Nova Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Nova Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Nova Motel and nearby?

Nova Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Nova Motel like?

Nova Motel is located a short 19-minute walk from West Michigan Fairgrounds.

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Nova Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

6/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

Great stay! Friendly, clean, good location!
1-night trip

8/10

Staff is friendly and helpful. Motel is rustic but well kept. Beds were comfortable and rooms clean.
2-night trip

8/10

The owner was friendly and very quick with our arrival.
2-night trip

10/10

I loved everything from the owners to my room to the people.
1-night trip

6/10

The place was nice, friendly, fairly clean, old rustic look, reasonable on price, swimming pool which was clean. Stayed 3 nights.
2-night trip

8/10

It is a great place to stay at a reasonable price when fishing in the area. They have coolers available for your fish at the end of the day. Definitely nice for a no frills guy trip.
3-night trip

8/10

It's an older motel, room was clean, staff was welcoming and pleased to offer assistance.
1-night trip

10/10

Convenient location
1-night trip

10/10

It was a nice area and room.
1-night trip

10/10

Clean, cozy and quiet. The office staff was very friendly and accommodating.
1-night trip

10/10

Easy commute to S.S. Badger.
1-night trip

8/10

Nice little roadside motel.
1-night trip

10/10

Friendly staff. Good value
2-night trip

8/10

This is a great location to stay at when going to the Silver Lake Off-road park. it is only 30 min from the park, and a few minutes to downtown Ludington. They have great trailer parking, and good prices. The pool was very nice. The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful.
3-night trip

10/10

Very convenient located.
1-night trip

10/10

Loved the pool and hot tub!
2-night trip

10/10

The people at the Nova were extremely nice and accommodating. They were booked and made room for us. Clean room with new flooring, offered beach towels for the pool instead of just standard size and had fresh coffee ready at 6 am- great little place- will stay again!!
1-night trip

8/10

Very nice and great staff, Thank you
1-night trip

10/10

A nicely done, basic motel- we found it clean, quiet and comfortable. The manager was very friendly and helpful.
1-night trip

10/10

The swimming pool
1-night trip

10/10

Comfortable beds
2-night trip

10/10

Obvious that this motel is lovingly cared for by the family on site.
1-night trip

6/10

The exterior is rough due to age, but the room was clean and bed comfortable. Staff very friendly and allowed early check-in. Important to know that the room is basic. No frills but the price is right for the area and season.
2-night trip

8/10

We drove 3 hours and it was pleasant. So we stsyed an ectra night as well. I would recommend.
1-night trip