S.S. Badger: Lake Michigan Carferry - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Ludington Waterfront Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Buttersville Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 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
When you stay at Nova Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
28 rooms
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
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
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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 23 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Off-lead area available
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Seasonal outdoor pool
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
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 May 29 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 on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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 2 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.
What's the area around Nova Motel like?
Nova Motel is located a short 19-minute walk from West Michigan Fairgrounds.
Nova Motel Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
9 Oct 2024
Ginger
Ginger, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Oct 2024
Great stay
Great stay! Friendly, clean, good location!
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
19 Sep 2024
So gross, we had fleas in our room and it smelled like vomit in the bed
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Sep 2024
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.
Gregory
Gregory, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
22 Aug 2024
Jeff
Jeff, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2024
The swimming pool
Ted
Ted, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Aug 2024
It's an older motel, room was clean, staff was welcoming and pleased to offer assistance.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Aug 2024
We stopped for a night at the motel before staying at the state park. Really did love the motel, rooms, bedding, towels were all nice and clean. We didn’t use the pool but it also looked clean and well kept. There was fresh coffee and muffins in the office in the morning. I was able to park my camper in a lot behind the motel. Not far from town and close to a Dairy Queen :)
Verified traveller
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
19 Aug 2024
TV did not work, had to keep askingmanagement to fix it.Desk clerk refused to come help with tv. Floor was sopping wet by entrance and under air conditioner upon our arrival. Soap not replaced after room cleaned. No extra roll of toilet tissue left. Room was not as pictured as shown on website. Room looked like hadnt been updated for 20 years as opposed to updated picture shown on website. Desk clerk was rude and unwilling to help, just kept telling us to call manager but didnt give name or number who to call. This is the worst place and misrepresented place I have ever stayed. I'm going to pursue getting a refund!
Martha
Martha, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Aug 2024
Nice place could use a little updating
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
16 Aug 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
13 Aug 2024
Older motel, beds dominate room space. Old but clean. Freezers for salmon. Must swap out towels. No bed making.
Gregory
Gregory, 7-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
13 Aug 2024
Kurt
Kurt, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Aug 2024
Easy commute to S.S. Badger.
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Cute
An older motel. Rustic and dated but nice. Bed was very comfortable. I slept great. Lits of seating outside each room. Quiet and peaceful. I enjoyed my stay. Cleaning could be a bit more thorough.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Aug 2024
We drove 3 hours and it was pleasant. So we stsyed an ectra night as well. I would recommend.
Patti
Patti, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
4 Aug 2024
The place was nice, friendly, fairly clean, old rustic look, reasonable on price, swimming pool which was clean. Stayed 3 nights.
Patricia
Patricia, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Aug 2024
Great location
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.
Kelly
Kelly, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Aug 2024
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!!
Tammy
Tammy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
31 Jul 2024
The Air Conditioning and WIFI didn’t work well. The room felt humid and musty. The curtain rod fell off the wall. The man at the front desk was very kind and friendly though.
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jul 2024
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!!
Michael
Michael, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jul 2024
Corrinne
Corrinne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
28 Jul 2024
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.
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jul 2024
Doug
Doug, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
22 Jul 2024
Shower water changes immediately to hot to cold n vice versa. No hair dryer. Not enough plug sockets for charging. No glass or cup provided. Hanging area of clothes wrong place on d head part of bed which touches head when in bed